WASHINGTON — Rep. Mike Johnson, a previously unassuming lawmaker from Louisiana, recently found himself thrust into the spotlight when he became speaker of the House. This sudden change in status has led to a whirlwind of activity for the congressman. He now has a security detail, meets with world leaders, and must deal with major …
In our current polarized political climate, elections serve as the primary means of understanding the information voters receive and how they use it to make decisions. Since Donald Trump’s victory in 2016, two key factors have heavily influenced our politics: the Trump takeover of the GOP and the issue of abortion. Regardless of the type …
Hello and Happy Halloween from our nation’s capital! Last night, adorable kids dressed in pumpkin suits and princess dresses roamed the Senate office buildings in search of treats. But that’s not all, folks—get ready for an iconic and bi-paw-tisan dog costume parade this afternoon! But first, let’s dive into the news. Newly appointed House Speaker …
This could be Nikki Haley’s moment. Not for her to become the leading candidate for the Republican presidential nomination, but rather, her opportunity to consolidate anti-Trump support within the GOP. Haley could position herself as a strong contender for the silver medal and potentially secure a prominent speaking slot at the RNC in Milwaukee next …
Rumors are swirling about Kevin McCarthy’s future in Congress. After being removed from the House speaker position, McCarthy was said to be considering stepping down from the House before his term ends. However, McCarthy himself debunked these rumors, stating that he is committed to his role and has more work to do. “I am …
The office of speaker of the House of the United States House of Representatives is hereby declared vacant. With those words, spoken in the House on Tuesday afternoon, Kevin McCarthy’s reign as speaker came to an inglorious end. McCarthy is the first speaker in history to be removed by his own party; eight Republicans voted …
Rep. Matt Gaetz announced on Sunday that he intends to remove House Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his leadership position after McCarthy relied on Democratic support to pass legislation and avoid a government shutdown. McCarthy responded to Gaetz’s statement with a defiant “Bring it on.” Gaetz, a known nemesis of McCarthy, accused him of breaking agreements …
The Senate’s decision to no longer enforce its unwritten dress code has sparked mixed reactions. While some are celebrating the change, Republicans are expressing their disapproval. “Terrible,” commented Sen. Shelley Moore Capito of West Virginia. Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley said, “It stinks,” and Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina admitted, “Not a big fan.” The …
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’s recent comment referring to Donald Trump supporters as “listless vessels” has triggered a controversy within the GOP primary. Trump surrogates have demanded an apology from DeSantis, intensifying an ongoing feud with biotech investor Vivek Ramaswamy, who has been gaining momentum against DeSantis in recent weeks. During an interview with The Florida …
Montana Republicans have faced criticism for their response to a recent landmark climate case ruling. Rather than acknowledging the constitutional rights of their constituents to a clean and healthful environment, Republicans attacked the judge as an “environmental activist” and dismissed the young plaintiffs as “pawns” and members of a “climate cult.” This reaction is surprising …