U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson unveiled a new plan on Nov. 11 to keep the federal government operational, which notably excludes additional funding for Ukraine, as reported by AP. With only five legislative days remaining until the federal government shutdown deadline, lawmakers are racing to reach a consensus. “This two-step continuing resolution is crucial to …
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), facing the first big test of his leadership since taking on the role a little over two weeks ago, proposed a temporary funding extension to avoid a government shutdown set to begin after next Friday by extending funding into early 2024. While the proposed bill would have different agencies’ funding …
Amid concerns over an impending partial government shutdown, House Speaker Mike Johnson revealed his unconventional proposal to extend government funding. Johnson’s plan seeks to prolong funding for some agencies and programs until January 19, while maintaining funding for others until February 2. Unlike traditional stopgap spending bills, Johnson’s approach aims to address concerns from GOP …
President Joe Biden was warmly greeted by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in an intimate meeting on Oct. 18 during his recent visit to Tel Aviv. The president’s visit to Israel has stirred up some controversy among pro-Palestinian activists over his response to Israel’s deadly attacks on Gaza. These voters are vowing to withhold their …
Democrats Celebrate Strong Election Night as Biden’s Image Takes Hit Ignoring the polls and focusing on how voters cast their ballots is what President Joe Biden’s allies advise. After the recent off-year election, which produced a landslide win for Democrats in Kentucky, Virginia, and Ohio, Democrats were reassured about the 2024 election. The election results …
When President Joe Biden meets Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday, every detail will matter. The way they greet and eat, and where they sit, all hold utmost importance. White House officials state the need for navigating delicate protocols as “pretty intense”. Senior fellow for Asian Security, Bonny Lin, speaks to the very detailed planning …
Vice President Kamala Harris visited South Carolina to file paperwork for President Joe Biden’s 2024 presidential ballot, marking the state as the leadoff in the Democratic presidential primary. The scheduling change, led by the White House, aims to strengthen the influence of Black voters in the primary process. Rep. Jim Clyburn, a prominent voice in …
Back in 1876, the House passed the Holman Rule for the first time. After centuries of adjustments, the rule now enables legislators to decrease the pay of federal employees. This year, House Republicans have utilized the rule 36 times. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and House Republicans are working to revive an obscure House rule from …
President Joe Biden’s recent trip to Chicago on June 28th to deliver a speech on “Bidenomics” took an unexpected turn as he learned about a soon-to-close auto factory in Belvidere, Illinois. The news became an immediate priority for the president, spurring him to order an economic analysis and engage in discussions with the company. However, …
By Steve Holland and Trevor Hunnicutt WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Despite recent polls indicating a decrease in President Joe Biden’s popularity, a sense of vindication swept through the White House and Biden campaign on Wednesday after Democrats’ strong showing in off-year elections. “Pollsters, pundits, if I had $1, for every time they’ve counted Joe Biden or …