House Republicans unveil articles of impeachment against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

On Sunday, House Republicans advanced their push to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas by officially outlining their allegations in preparation for a committee vote. The first impeachment article contends that Mayorkas demonstrated a “willful and systemic refusal to comply with the law,” while the second article asserts that he breached public trust by “knowingly made false statements, and knowingly obstructed lawful oversight of the … Continue reading House Republicans unveil articles of impeachment against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas

AG Garland to go under knife, hand power to deputy

Attorney General Merrick Garland will be indisposed this weekend due to back surgery and is taking proactive steps to ensure clarity regarding leadership during his absence. The Biden administration’s top law enforcement official made an early announcement to preempt any potential criticism, drawing from the recent situation involving Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Austin faced backlash for not promptly informing colleagues and the White House about … Continue reading AG Garland to go under knife, hand power to deputy

Senate GOP press Biden to target Iran directly over soldiers’ deaths

President Biden is under pressure from hawkish members of Congress to intensify strikes on targets associated with Iran, both inside Iran and beyond, following the deaths of three U.S. service members in a drone attack in Jordan. Senate Minority Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) called for “serious, crippling costs” to Iran, “not only on front-line terrorist proxies, but on their Iranian sponsors who wear American blood as … Continue reading Senate GOP press Biden to target Iran directly over soldiers’ deaths

Biden urges border deal as Johnson calls plan ‘dead on arrival’

On Friday, President Joe Biden urged Congress to embrace a bipartisan Senate agreement that pairs border enforcement measures with aid for Ukraine. However, House Speaker Mike Johnson hinted that the compromise on border and immigration policy might face significant opposition in his chamber, stating it could be “dead on arrival.” In a late Friday statement, the Democratic president expressed that the proposed policies would constitute … Continue reading Biden urges border deal as Johnson calls plan ‘dead on arrival’

GALLUP: Biden third-year job approval worst since Carter

Throughout President Joe Biden’s third full year in office, covering the period from January 20, 2023, to January 19, 2024, an average of 39.8% of Americans approved of his job performance. Among presidents in the Gallup polling era elected to their first term, only Jimmy Carter faced a lower third-year average, with 37.4% approval during a challenging year marked by soaring gas prices, double-digit inflation, … Continue reading GALLUP: Biden third-year job approval worst since Carter

Trump wins New Hampshire in blow to Haley

Former President Trump is poised to secure victory in the New Hampshire GOP primary, as projected by Decision Desk HQ. This outcome deals a significant setback to his rival Nikki Haley and brings him closer to clinching the party’s nomination. Trump’s triumph in the Granite State is particularly impactful for Haley, who had dedicated a substantial amount of time and resources to the state. Despite … Continue reading Trump wins New Hampshire in blow to Haley

Recording reveals AZ Republican trying to bribe Kari Lake not to run for Senate

A leaked audio recording obtained by DailyMail.com captures the remarkable moment when Jeff DeWit, 51, the chair of the Arizona Republican Party, allegedly attempted to persuade prominent figure Kari Lake to abstain from participating in the state’s Senate race. The recording, dated the beginning of March last year, reveals DeWit, a key figure in Arizona’s GOP, asking Lake, 54, a close ally of Donald Trump, … Continue reading Recording reveals AZ Republican trying to bribe Kari Lake not to run for Senate

Trump Leads Joe Biden Among Independents

In the latest survey conducted by the Economist/YouGov, former President Donald Trump is leading President Joe Biden among independent voters. When respondents were asked about their preferences in a hypothetical matchup between Trump and Biden, the overall results showed a narrow gap of one percentage point, with 44 percent favoring Biden and 43 percent favoring Trump. However, among independent voters, Trump holds a three-point advantage … Continue reading Trump Leads Joe Biden Among Independents

DeSantis ends presidential campaign

On Sunday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis officially suspended his Republican presidential campaign, bringing an end to his 2024 White House aspirations just before the New Hampshire primary. Notably, he threw his support behind his rival, Donald Trump. With DeSantis stepping aside, Trump and former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley now stand as the last major candidates in the race leading up to Tuesday’s New Hampshire primary. … Continue reading DeSantis ends presidential campaign

Senate GOP fears drop in Trump enthusiasm

Republican senators are noting a decline in enthusiasm for former President Trump among Republican-leaning voters compared to 2016. This decrease in voter energy was evident in Iowa, where only 15 percent of registered Republicans turned up for Monday’s caucuses. While weather played a role in the low turnout, lawmakers highlight other indicators of waning enthusiasm for Trump. This diminished support could potentially pose challenges for … Continue reading Senate GOP fears drop in Trump enthusiasm

Haley questions Trump’s mental fitness

On Saturday, Nikki Haley raised concerns about Donald Trump’s mental fitness for a potential return to the presidency. This comes after Trump repeatedly confused Haley with former U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi during a campaign speech. While campaigning in Keene, New Hampshire, Haley referred to Trump’s recent speech where he inaccurately stated that she was in charge of Capitol security on January 6, 2021. On … Continue reading Haley questions Trump’s mental fitness

Alex Soros says a Trump win is a done deal for the Davos elite

“In Davos, Donald Trump is already the president,” Open Society Foundations Chairman Alex Soros told a panel at the World Economic Forum on Friday. “That’s a good thing, because the Davos consensus is always wrong,” he said. The potential for Trump, currently leading in the race for the Republican nomination in the upcoming election, to secure a second term in the White House has been … Continue reading Alex Soros says a Trump win is a done deal for the Davos elite

Johnson backed into corner as conservatives put speaker on notice

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is swiftly realizing the challenge of pleasing all factions within his party, a lesson learned by his predecessor. In under three months since securing the speaker’s gavel, the Louisiana Republican has navigated through significant votes that risked dividing the GOP conference. Attempting to maintain party unity, Johnson avoided tough decisions that could provoke dissent, placing him in a challenging position … Continue reading Johnson backed into corner as conservatives put speaker on notice

U.S. executives in Davos see a Trump victory in 2024

While global business leaders gather in the snowy hills of Switzerland at Davos, their conversations are consistently circling back to Washington, D.C. The focal point of discussions at the World Economic Forum has been Donald Trump, with many attendees contemplating the possibility of his return to the White House following his significant victory in the Iowa caucus. During the summit, numerous business executives have observed … Continue reading U.S. executives in Davos see a Trump victory in 2024

Biden, Trump polling nearly even in general election matchup

In recent U.S.-wide polls, Joe Biden holds a narrow lead over Donald Trump in a potential presidential contest, marking a significant improvement for the Democratic incumbent compared to earlier polls that placed him behind the Republican frontrunner. The surveys, conducted by Ipsos and YouGov, show Biden with a lead ranging from one to two percentage points. However, a Newsweek analysis released earlier in the month … Continue reading Biden, Trump polling nearly even in general election matchup

No Labels alleges criminal conspiracy against 2024 presidential effort

No Labels, the nonpartisan group preparing to field a third-party presidential ticket, has announced that it is urging the Department of Justice to investigate potential “unlawful conspiracy to subvert Americans’ voting rights” by Democratic and Republican strategists. Despite facing criticism from centrist Democrats and Never Trump Republicans, No Labels is determined to take an offensive stance. The organization aims to emphasize its broader political message … Continue reading No Labels alleges criminal conspiracy against 2024 presidential effort

Vivek Ramaswamy ends presidential bid following Iowa caucuses

Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has decided to suspend his campaign, with Fox News Digital confirming that he is now endorsing former President Trump. This decision comes after Ramaswamy fell short at Monday’s Iowa Caucuses. Ramaswamy began his announcement by expressing to his supporters that his campaign was built on the principle of “speaking the truth not just when it’s easy but when it’s hard.” … Continue reading Vivek Ramaswamy ends presidential bid following Iowa caucuses

US lawmakers reach $78 billion deal on tax breaks, but passage uncertain

The leaders of Congress tax-writing committees unveiled on Tuesday an approximately $80 billion bipartisan agreement aimed at enhancing tax breaks for businesses and low-income families until 2025. However, the likelihood of the deal passing remains uncertain amidst ongoing fiscal divisions. Crafted by Senate Finance Committee Chairman Ron Wyden, a Democrat, and House Ways and Means Committee Chair Jason Smith, a Republican, the $78 billion package … Continue reading US lawmakers reach $78 billion deal on tax breaks, but passage uncertain

ABC News cancels Republican debate after Haley refuses to debate without Trump 

ABC News has decided to cancel its Republican presidential primary debate in New Hampshire on Thursday, following Nikki Haley’s announcement that she would not participate in further debates unless front-runner Donald Trump is present. The network released a statement, stating, “Our intent was to host a debate coming out of the Iowa caucuses, but we always knew that would be contingent on the candidates and … Continue reading ABC News cancels Republican debate after Haley refuses to debate without Trump 

Trump Wins Iowa Caucuses in Landslide

Former President Donald Trump secured a decisive win in the Iowa caucuses on Monday, signaling a likely preview of his performance in upcoming nominating contests. Both CNN and the Associated Press declared Trump the winner just 30 minutes into the nominating process, even with less than one percent of the vote reported. By 8:42 p.m., the New York Times’ election results indicated that the 45th … Continue reading Trump Wins Iowa Caucuses in Landslide

Trump, DeSantis, Haley ALL leading Joe in new poll

A recent CBS News/YouGov poll indicates that the top three GOP presidential contenders—former President Trump, former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis—all lead President Biden in a hypothetical general election matchup. In a head-to-head comparison, Haley emerges as the strongest contender against Biden, boasting an 8-point lead with 53 percent support to Biden’s 45 percent. This advantage is attributed to Haley garnering … Continue reading Trump, DeSantis, Haley ALL leading Joe in new poll

Biden has largest war chest of any Dem candidate in history

On Monday, the Biden-Harris reelection campaign revealed that it currently possesses $117 million, asserting that this marks the highest amount ever for a Democratic candidate at this stage of the race. The team reported a fundraising total exceeding $97 million in the fourth quarter of 2023, encompassing contributions from the campaign, joint fundraising committees, and the Democratic National Committee. In the third quarter of the … Continue reading Biden has largest war chest of any Dem candidate in history

Hunter Biden agrees to deposition as House moves toward contempt resolution

On Friday, an attorney representing Hunter Biden informed House Republican committee chairs that he is willing to comply with subpoenas for his deposition if they issue new ones. This marks a reversal from his previous stance, where he insisted that his testimony be conducted in a public hearing. The unexpected offer comes two days after two House committees passed resolutions recommending contempt of Congress for … Continue reading Hunter Biden agrees to deposition as House moves toward contempt resolution

Zelenskyy, Blinken, and more will come to Davos to talk about global challenges

Switzerland is set to host more than 60 heads of state and government, along with hundreds of business leaders, for the World Economic Forum’s annual gathering next week. Among the notable attendees are Israeli President Isaac Herzog, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Chinese Premier Li Qiang, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, French President Emmanuel Macron, and U.N. Secretary-General … Continue reading Zelenskyy, Blinken, and more will come to Davos to talk about global challenges

Judge says Trump not allowed to give closing arguments in NY civil fraud case

Former President Donald Trump will not deliver his own closing argument in his New York civil business fraud trial as initially planned. The decision to rescind the conditional permission for this unusual approach came from Judge Arthur Engoron a day before closing arguments. The judge insisted that Trump adhere to the standard rules applicable to attorneys’ closing arguments, prohibiting attacks on the characters of adversaries, … Continue reading Judge says Trump not allowed to give closing arguments in NY civil fraud case