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Key Network of G.O.P. Megadonors to Meet With Trump and Haley Camps

A network of Republican megadonors, known as the American Opportunity Alliance, is assessing the presidential race ahead of Election Day.

The group has invited aides from both Donald Trump and Nikki Haley's campaigns to make presentations at their upcoming winter meeting.

There are some members of the group who have openly expressed support for candidates other than Trump. [ more ]

HuffPost

US news

Seth Meyers Scorches Republicans With Stunning Pre- And Post-Trump Comparison

Republicans used to pretend they cared about the Constitution but abandoned that with the rise of Trump.

Trump declared multiple times that he had the "absolute right" and "total authority" to do anything he wanted as POTUS. [ more ]

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Fox News Contributor Says Trump Can Be President From Jail if He Has To'

Former President Donald Trump could be president from jail if he has to

Republicans are still rallying around Donald Trump despite the threats and charges against him [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Column: Watch your step, Democrats. O.C.'s purple shine hides a red underbelly

Orange County, traditionally known for its conservative politics, has shifted towards Democrats in recent years, embracing a purple political color. [ more ]

time.com

Democrat Tom Suozzi Wins Special Election in New York to Succeed George Santos in Congress

Democrat Tom Suozzi won a special election in New York to retake a U.S. House seat previously held by Republican George Santos.

Suozzi's victory narrows the Republican majority in the House and gives Democrats a much-needed win in Long Island suburbs.

Suozzi's campaign focused on tough border policies and rolling back New York laws, echoing Republican talking points. [ more ]

The Atlantic

US news

After January 6

President Biden delivers his first speech of the year in Pennsylvania.

Republicans are focusing on campus speech and DEI initiatives as the next battleground in the culture war. [ more ]

The Sacramento Bee

Who will succeed retiring Republican Rep. Kevin McCarthy in his red California district?

There is no clear favorite to succeed Kevin McCarthy in California's 20th Congressional District, but it is highly likely that the seat will go to another Republican.

The district is solidly red and considered too Republican for Democrats to seriously contest. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Arizona voting officials charged for refusing to certify 2022 election results

Two elected officials in Arizona have been charged with conspiracy and interfering with an election officer for stalling the certification of election results in their county.

The officials face two felony counts for their refusal to certify the county's election results in 2022, leading to a court order for certification.

The indictment alleges that the officials conspired to delay the vote canvass and interfere with the statewide vote canvass. [ more ]

POLITICO

NYC politics

'Witch hunt': Eric Adams defenders sound a lot like Trump

Some Republicans are comparing the investigation into Eric Adams' campaign to the perceived overzealous prosecution of Trump.

Even conservative outlets like the New York Post have criticized the Justice Department's handling of the investigation. [ more ]

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US Elections

Opinion | The Squandered Potential of Tim Scott

Senator Tim Scott ended his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination after failing to connect with the primary electorate.

Scott made hard-right appeals and offered policies such as a federal abortion ban and ending birthright citizenship.

Scott attempted to sell a message of racial uplift but was unable to differentiate himself from the rest of the pack. [ more ]

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19 hours ago

US news

Virginia Foxx's Focus on Antisemitism on College Campuses Has Raised Her Profile

Virginia Foxx, a long-standing Republican congresswoman, gained visibility through her campaign against antisemitism on college campuses, guided by her Baptist church teachings and experiences in education. [ more ]

New York Post

4 weeks ago

New York City

Texas rep urges NYPD cops to 'escape' NY for Lone Star State after Detective Jonathan Diller's death

Texas congresswoman urges New York police to move due to pro-criminal politicians

Contrast in treatment of police between Texas and New York [ more ]

New York Post

New York City

New York Assembly Republicans on 'Friendship Delegation' visit to China

Several Republican members of the New York Assembly, including Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay, went on a surprise trip to meet with Chinese Communist Party officials.

The trip was an opportunity for state representatives to engage with their counterparts overseas and discuss various topics, including economic development and education. [ more ]

Axios

1 month ago

US Elections

Trump's VP shortlist: Tracking the top candidates

Top contenders for Trump's running mate: Tim Scott, Elise Stefanik, J.D. Vance

Loyalty and appealing to skeptical voter blocs key factors in Trump's VP selection [ more ]

POLITICO

US Elections

Wisconsin GOP Rep. Mike Gallagher won't seek reelection

Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher will not seek reelection in November.

Gallagher's vote against the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas prompted reports of a possible primary challenge. [ more ]

The American Conservative

Right-wing politics

Veep Symposium: Elise Stefanik

Elise Stefanik is a prominent Republican and MAGA politician who has been largely supportive of Trump.

Stefanik has a wide range of appeal to both moderate and MAGA voters, making her a potential candidate for Vice President in 2025. [ more ]

Jezebel

Books

Missouri GOP Candidate Torches Books in Bizarre Stunt for Office With No Book-Banning Power

A 24-year-old Republican candidate for secretary of state in Missouri is campaigning on an anti-LGBTQ platform.

The candidate posted a video of herself burning LGBTQ books and proclaiming that she would eradicate any mention of LGBTQ identity from schools and libraries.

The video has reached 2.3 million viewers and Twitter has restricted its visibility due to potential violation of rules against Hateful Conduct. [ more ]

Truthout

Left-wing politics

Poll Finds Gen Z Voters Are More Likely to Identify as LGBTQ Than Republican

Generation Z adults are more likely to identify as LGBTQ than to say they are Republicans.

Gen Z voters are less religious than Americans overall. [ more ]

Truthout

Left-wing politics

Barbara Lee Kicked Out of Hearing on Cuba by Republican Ironically Condemning Dictators

Republican House member kicks Rep. Barbara Lee out of subcommittee hearing.

Lee accuses Republicans of denying her the opportunity to present her point of view. [ more ]

time.com

Social media marketing

Utah to Revise Social Media Limits for Youth as Lawsuits Loom

Utah's Republican legislative leaders are reinforcing laws that require parental permission for kids to access social media apps

Laws have faced legal challenges due to concerns about constitutionality and data privacy [ more ]

Axios

Austin

Republicans erupt over secrecy around Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization

Republicans react strongly to Pentagon's delayed communication about Defense Secretary's hospitalization.

Some lawmakers are calling for Austin to testify or be ousted. [ more ]

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There's The Truth And There Are Lies!' CNN Anchor Destroys Republicans Over Trump-Inspired Riot In Blistering Commentary

Phil Mattingly delivers a blistering commentary on Republicans' response to the January 6 riot.

Mattingly emphasizes the indisputable facts of the attack, including guilty pleas, convictions, and injuries to law enforcement officers. [ more ]

HuffPost

George Conway And Jen Psaki Scorch 2 GOP Leaders Who Just Endorsed Trump

Conservative attorney George Conway and MSNBC's Jen Psaki criticize two top Republicans for endorsing Donald Trump despite past conflicts.

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer and House Majority Leader Steve Scalise endorsed Trump after he undermined their bids for House speaker. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

The major tests US gun control activists face in 2024

Gun safety groups plan to push for more change through state legislatures and executive actions in 2024.

Gun reform groups will face hurdles due to Republican resistance and a conservative Supreme Court. [ more ]

Washington Post

Republican loyalty to Trump, rioters climbs in 3 years after Jan. 6 attack

Republicans are increasingly sympathetic to those who stormed the U.S. Capitol and more likely to absolve Trump of responsibility for the attack.

Some Republicans believe the riot was instigated by law enforcement to suppress political dissent, a baseless conspiracy theory promoted by right-wing media and Trump himself. [ more ]

The Sacramento Bee

California

Republican running to replace Kevin McCarthy to sue California officials over Vince Fong bid

Candidate threatens to sue if Assemblyman Vince Fong is allowed to run for Congress while also on the ballot for the Assembly.

Fong initially announced he would not run for Congress but later changed his mind and filed as a candidate. [ more ]

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