Koch Network Endorses Nikki Haley in Bid to Push G.O.P. Past Trump

Nikki Haley, vying for a strong position in the Republican presidential primary against Governor Ron DeSantis, has secured a significant boost from the political network founded by the Koch brothers. Americans for Prosperity Action, the endorsing group, outlined its support in a memo on Tuesday, providing organizational support and financial backing as Haley contends with DeSantis for the second spot in Iowa. As the campaign … Continue reading Koch Network Endorses Nikki Haley in Bid to Push G.O.P. Past Trump

GA prosecutors oppose plea deals for Trump, Meadows, Giuliani

Fulton County prosecutors reportedly have no plans to extend plea deals to Donald Trump and at least two prominent co-defendants implicated in their alleged involvement in attempting to overturn the 2020 election in Georgia. According to sources familiar with the matter, the preference is to proceed to trial rather than offer plea bargains. Notably, the individuals deemed ineligible for plea negotiations include Trump himself, his … Continue reading GA prosecutors oppose plea deals for Trump, Meadows, Giuliani

Pence told special counsel harrowing details about 2020 election aftermath

During discussions with special counsel Jack Smith’s team earlier this year, former Vice President Mike Pence reportedly shared alarming details about the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election. Pence described how then-President Donald Trump surrounded himself with questionable attorneys, endorsed “un-American” legal theories, and nearly pushed the nation into a “constitutional crisis,” according to sources familiar with Pence’s statements to investigators. These sources indicated that … Continue reading Pence told special counsel harrowing details about 2020 election aftermath

Hunter agrees to testify publicly before House Oversight Committee

Hunter Biden is prepared to provide testimony before the House Oversight Committee, but he insists that it must be conducted in a public setting, as conveyed in a letter from his attorney to Republican lawmakers on Tuesday. Chairman James Comer of the House Oversight Committee had issued a subpoena earlier in the month, scheduling Hunter Biden’s deposition for December 13. In the letter penned by … Continue reading Hunter agrees to testify publicly before House Oversight Committee

Biden grants turkey’s Liberty and Bell traditional presidential pardon

Arriving at the White House in pursuit of justice, Liberty became the focus of President Joe Biden’s annual Thanksgiving tradition on Monday. The president exercised the time-honored turkey pardon, granting clemency to Liberty, weighing 42.5 pounds, and Bell, at 42.1 pounds. This lighthearted event on the South Lawn provided a momentary diversion from the weighty global challenges confronting the administration. With metaphorical roasting, President Biden … Continue reading Biden grants turkey’s Liberty and Bell traditional presidential pardon

Far-right outsider Javier Milei wins Argentina’s presidency

Javier Milei secured victory in Argentina’s presidential elections on Sunday, steering the country rightward with an anti-establishment campaign reminiscent of former US President Donald Trump. The runoff concluded with rival Sergio Massa conceding even before official results were released. Milei, a former TV pundit, pledged to break with the status quo and aims to dollarize Argentina, a move unprecedented for a country of its size. … Continue reading Far-right outsider Javier Milei wins Argentina’s presidency

Sen. Roger Marshall Endorses Donald Trump, Calls for GOP to Unite

Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) is set to declare his endorsement of former President Donald Trump for the presidency on Monday morning, urging the Republican Party to rally behind the 45th president, as disclosed by his office. In a press release sent via email, Marshall’s team provided excerpts from his forthcoming statement of support for the 45th president. He initiates his endorsement by criticizing President Joe … Continue reading Sen. Roger Marshall Endorses Donald Trump, Calls for GOP to Unite

Appeals panel grapples with scope of Trump gag order in Jack Smith case

On Monday, a federal appeals court displayed skepticism towards former President Donald Trump’s efforts to lift a gag order in his election-subversion case. However, the court seemed open to refining the restrictions on what the ex-president can express, particularly during the intensity of the 2024 campaign. In oral arguments, a three-judge panel on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit delved into the … Continue reading Appeals panel grapples with scope of Trump gag order in Jack Smith case

Biden’s birthday prompts debate about president’s age

President Joe Biden is quietly observing his 81st birthday on Monday with a subdued family celebration, all while gearing up for a challenging election year. Despite the low-key nature of the festivities, the occasion brings attention to one of his significant campaign challenges – his advanced age and the associated perceptions among voters that his physical and mental sharpness may be declining. During the annual … Continue reading Biden’s birthday prompts debate about president’s age

House votes to avert shutdown

On Tuesday, the House successfully passed a temporary funding bill aimed at preventing a government shutdown. The unusual two-stage continuing resolution, the first significant challenge overcome by Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) since assuming leadership, is now on its way to the Senate. The short-term funding measure received approval in a 336-95 vote, just days before the looming shutdown deadline on Friday night. Ninety-three Republicans and … Continue reading House votes to avert shutdown

Fani Willis Asks For ‘Emergency Protective Order’ In Trump Trial

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has urgently sought a protective order to prevent the unauthorized release of potential evidence intended for presentation in the Georgia racketeering trial involving former President Donald Trump. Initially reported by ABC News on Monday, leaked “proffer” videos featured discussions among indicted members of Trump’s team, including attorneys Jenna Ellis, Sidney Powell, and Kenneth Cheseboro, who have already pleaded guilty. … Continue reading Fani Willis Asks For ‘Emergency Protective Order’ In Trump Trial

Burchett accuses McCarthy of elbowing him in back as former House speaker denies it

In a reflection of the heightened tensions within the House Republican conference, GOP Rep. Tim Burchett accused Kevin McCarthy of elbowing him in the back during a conversation with a reporter after the party’s conference meeting on Tuesday morning. Burchett informed CNN that as he was talking to a reporter in the hallway outside the meeting, McCarthy pushed past him with his security detail. Burchett … Continue reading Burchett accuses McCarthy of elbowing him in back as former House speaker denies it

Bernie Sanders Stops Fist-Fight Between Republican and Union Boss During Hearing

A Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions hearing was disrupted by Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) when he brought attention to a previous tweet from Teamsters President Sean O’Brien and openly challenged him to a physical altercation right in the hearing room. The ongoing exchange of verbal jabs between Mullin and O’Brien has spanned several months. Earlier in the summer, the Republican senator had … Continue reading Bernie Sanders Stops Fist-Fight Between Republican and Union Boss During Hearing

Biden will push China to resume military ties with US, official says

White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan stated on Sunday that U.S. President Joe Biden aims to renew military-to-military connections with China. This announcement comes just days before the scheduled in-person meeting between President Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The meeting is set to take place during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in San Francisco on Wednesday. It marks the first face-to-face encounter between … Continue reading Biden will push China to resume military ties with US, official says

Longtime NY House Democrat Brian Higgins to step down over frustrations in Congress

On Sunday, Representative Brian Higgins (D-N.Y.) disclosed his intention to resign in February after 19 years, attributing his decision to mounting frustrations with the increasing dysfunction in Congress, especially during a particularly tumultuous year for the chamber. Higgins, who represents New York’s strongly Democratic 26th Congressional District, revealed the challenges that influenced his choice to step down. “I’ve always been a little impatient, and that … Continue reading Longtime NY House Democrat Brian Higgins to step down over frustrations in Congress

House Speaker Mike Johnson proposes 2-step stopgap funding bill to avert government shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson presented his proposal on Saturday to avert a partial government shutdown by extending funding for certain agencies and programs until Jan. 19, while continuing funding for others until Feb. 2. This approach deviates from the usual method of extending funding for all programs until a specific date. Johnson opted for a combination approach to address concerns from GOP lawmakers, aiming to … Continue reading House Speaker Mike Johnson proposes 2-step stopgap funding bill to avert government shutdown

Trump’s legal team readies defense in NY fraud trial

Former President Trump’s legal team is set to present its defense on Monday in the extensive civil fraud case aimed at his business empire. The legal team aims to shape the narrative surrounding Trump’s business dealings and seek to convince a New York judge that he should not be subjected to hundreds of millions of dollars in financial penalties for defrauding the state. Trump’s defense … Continue reading Trump’s legal team readies defense in NY fraud trial

Tim Scott says he’s suspending his presidential campaign

On Sunday night, Republican Tim Scott declared the suspension of his presidential campaign during an appearance on “Sunday Night in America with Trey Gowdy” on Fox News. “When I go back to Iowa, it will not be as a presidential candidate. I am suspending my campaign. I think the voters, who are the most remarkable people on the planet, have been really clear that — … Continue reading Tim Scott says he’s suspending his presidential campaign

CNN Poll: Majority Say ‘No Chance’ They Would Vote for Joe Biden in 2024

In a recent CNN poll, it was revealed that a majority of voters expressed a firm reluctance to vote for President Joe Biden in the upcoming 2024 election. This finding has heightened concerns among Democrats, with worries that swing voters are disengaging from the president’s talking points. According to the poll, 51 percent of respondents stated that there was “no chance” they would vote for … Continue reading CNN Poll: Majority Say ‘No Chance’ They Would Vote for Joe Biden in 2024

Biden says workers need ‘a fair shot’ as he celebrates labor deal

On Thursday, President Joe Biden donned a red United Auto Workers shirt to commemorate a labor agreement that safeguards the Stellantis plant in Belvidere from closure. He views the preservation of the factory as validation of his choice to stand alongside striking union members in their quest for increased wages. “American workers are ready to work harder than anyone else,” Biden told autoworkers in a … Continue reading Biden says workers need ‘a fair shot’ as he celebrates labor deal

Democrats postpone a subpoena vote in the Supreme Court ethics probe 

The Senate Judiciary Committee’s Democratic members abruptly concluded a meeting on Thursday without conducting the anticipated vote on subpoenas for two conservatives involved in orchestrating luxury travel and other perks for Supreme Court justices. The committee’s Democratic chairman, Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois, adjourned the session as Republicans on the committee signaled their intention to request subpoena votes for numerous Democratic officials and others. This … Continue reading Democrats postpone a subpoena vote in the Supreme Court ethics probe 

House Speaker Johnson Is Running Out of Time to Avoid Shutdown

House Speaker Mike Johnson, a relatively unknown congressman from Louisiana who rose to lead House Republicans amid a revolt by hardliners, faces a challenging task of averting a U.S. government shutdown. Despite his limited time and experience in major Washington negotiations, Johnson had intended to unveil his proposal for temporary government funding on Thursday. However, internal strife among Republicans threatens to impede any progress on … Continue reading House Speaker Johnson Is Running Out of Time to Avoid Shutdown

Manchin won’t seek reelection in West Virginia

On Thursday, Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) declared that he will not run for re-election in 2024. This decision significantly increases the likelihood of Republicans securing the Senate seat in the upcoming elections in the predominantly conservative state. “After months of deliberation and long conversations with my family, I believe in my heart of hearts that I have accomplished what I set out to do for … Continue reading Manchin won’t seek reelection in West Virginia

Abortion rights at center of Ohio and Virginia elections

Abortion is once again at the forefront of the Tuesday ballot, with Ohio residents casting their votes to determine the guarantee of abortion rights and Virginia voters considering whether to grant Republicans the authority to impose new restrictions on the procedure. With the first presidential nominating contest in Iowa drawing closer in less than 10 weeks, national Republicans and Democrats are closely monitoring Tuesday’s elections … Continue reading Abortion rights at center of Ohio and Virginia elections

5 Republicans qualify for third 2024 presidential debate

On Monday, the Republican National Committee disclosed that five presidential candidates have met the requirements to participate in the third primary debate scheduled for Wednesday in Miami. These candidates are former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, and South Carolina Senator Tim Scott. Notably absent from the debate stage will be North Dakota … Continue reading 5 Republicans qualify for third 2024 presidential debate