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Reporter Stunned' By 38 Republicans Defying Trump and Elon Musk By Rejecting Spending Bill

A surprising number of Republican lawmakers defied Trump and Musk by voting against the spending bill, indicating shifting dynamics within the party.

Republicans Push Hard Line on Russia While Defending Trump's NATO Comments

Senator Tim Scott criticizes Putin and calls for strong leadership against dictators like Russia, while supporting Trump.
Republican lawmakers struggle to navigate tough stance on Russia while avoiding alienating Trump and his base.

Donald Trump's long shadow exposes Republicans' internal division on Capitol Hill

Republican lawmakers faced a series of defeats in Congress, highlighting the influence of former President Donald Trump.
Democrats plan to bring up a vote on $118 billion in aid to Ukraine, Israel, and the Indo-Pacific without contributions for border control.

Reporter Stunned' By 38 Republicans Defying Trump and Elon Musk By Rejecting Spending Bill

A surprising number of Republican lawmakers defied Trump and Musk by voting against the spending bill, indicating shifting dynamics within the party.

Republicans Push Hard Line on Russia While Defending Trump's NATO Comments

Senator Tim Scott criticizes Putin and calls for strong leadership against dictators like Russia, while supporting Trump.
Republican lawmakers struggle to navigate tough stance on Russia while avoiding alienating Trump and his base.

Donald Trump's long shadow exposes Republicans' internal division on Capitol Hill

Republican lawmakers faced a series of defeats in Congress, highlighting the influence of former President Donald Trump.
Democrats plan to bring up a vote on $118 billion in aid to Ukraine, Israel, and the Indo-Pacific without contributions for border control.
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GOP Seizes on Musk Plan to Force Federal Workers Back to Office

Republican lawmakers are united in their push to end federal telework, focusing on returning employees to the office post-pandemic.

GOP Seizes on Musk Plan to Force Federal Workers Back to Office

Republican lawmakers are prioritizing the end of federal telework, seeking to bring employees back to physical offices following pandemic-related shifts.

GOP Seizes on Musk Plan to Force Federal Workers Back to Office

Republican lawmakers are united in their push to end federal telework, focusing on returning employees to the office post-pandemic.

GOP Seizes on Musk Plan to Force Federal Workers Back to Office

Republican lawmakers are prioritizing the end of federal telework, seeking to bring employees back to physical offices following pandemic-related shifts.
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Mike Johnson's onetime House GOP colleagues are becoming his big headache

Bipartisan support emerges as former Republican lawmakers endorse Democrat Janelle Stelson over incumbent Scott Perry, criticizing his extreme views.

Republicans urge air board to delay vote on new policies that could lead to gasoline price hikes

California environmental regulators may implement policies raising gas prices by nearly 50 cents, prompting Republican lawmakers to call for a delay in the voting process.

Defense secretary revokes plea deal with accused 9/11 plotters

Defense Secretary revoked plea agreement with 9/11 plotters, making it a capital case again.
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Ted Cruz Wants Biden's DOT to Explain Soaring Costs of CA High Speed Rail Project

Republican lawmakers investigate California high-speed rail project costs.

Republicans are pulling out all the stops to reverse EV adoption

Republican lawmakers are pushing back against key climate policies of the Biden administration.

Ted Cruz Wants Biden's DOT to Explain Soaring Costs of CA High Speed Rail Project

Republican lawmakers investigate California high-speed rail project costs.

Republicans are pulling out all the stops to reverse EV adoption

Republican lawmakers are pushing back against key climate policies of the Biden administration.
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Republicans and K-12 school leaders clash over handling of antisemitism

Republican lawmakers expand fight against antisemitism in K-12 education with mixed results during House Education Committee hearing.

Two anti-trans bill die in Mississippi legislature due to Republican fumble

Two transphobic bills in Mississippi failed to pass due to lack of compromise among Republican lawmakers.
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Stephen Colbert Asks AOC If House Republicans Are Spreading Russian Propaganda'

Republican lawmakers accused of spreading Russian propaganda.
Ocasio Cortez highlights GOP engagement in propagandistic rhetoric.

Jimmy Kimmel Burns Marjorie Taylor Greene Over Awkward 'Porn' Moment

The House Oversight Committee hearing became chaotic when Hunter Biden showed up and Republican lawmakers debated holding him in contempt.
Jimmy Kimmel compared the hearing to a combination of C-SPAN and 'The Maury Povich Show' with Republican lawmakers going into a frenzy.

Stephen Colbert Asks AOC If House Republicans Are Spreading Russian Propaganda'

Republican lawmakers accused of spreading Russian propaganda.
Ocasio Cortez highlights GOP engagement in propagandistic rhetoric.

Jimmy Kimmel Burns Marjorie Taylor Greene Over Awkward 'Porn' Moment

The House Oversight Committee hearing became chaotic when Hunter Biden showed up and Republican lawmakers debated holding him in contempt.
Jimmy Kimmel compared the hearing to a combination of C-SPAN and 'The Maury Povich Show' with Republican lawmakers going into a frenzy.
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TSU advocates upset by board overhaul, underfunding

Tennessee State University's Board of Trustees vacated by Governor Bill Lee's swift legislation at the urging of Republican lawmakers.
Debate over the university's financial state and leadership, with advocates citing chronic underfunding and calls for state support over external interference.

State lawmakers observe Transgender Day of Visibility. 'They just want to live their lives.'

The rainbow flag was flown on the main flagpole of the California state Capitol for the first time in history to celebrate LGBTQ Pride month.
During a recent California Senate discussion on Transgender Day of Visibility, Republican lawmakers shifted the focus to a debate over women's sports.

After Laken Riley killing, a Georgia bill prompts fears of an immigration crackdown

Immigrant advocacy groups protest bill requiring local law enforcement to take on immigration duties
Republican lawmakers claim bill will increase public safety despite concerns it demonizes immigrants
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Both Parties Have Turned the Border Wall Into a Death Trap

House Speaker and Republican legislators accuse Biden of creating a security crisis at the border
Both Republicans and Democrats have promoted the militarization of the U.S. Southwest for decades

Why Florida GOP lawmakers want to stop local governments from accepting community IDs

Republican lawmakers in Florida target identification cards for undocumented immigrants.
The bill aims to deter illegal immigration and is part of a broader effort by Republican lawmakers.

Both Parties Have Turned the Border Wall Into a Death Trap

House Speaker and Republican legislators accuse Biden of creating a security crisis at the border
Both Republicans and Democrats have promoted the militarization of the U.S. Southwest for decades

Why Florida GOP lawmakers want to stop local governments from accepting community IDs

Republican lawmakers in Florida target identification cards for undocumented immigrants.
The bill aims to deter illegal immigration and is part of a broader effort by Republican lawmakers.
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US lawmakers confront Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin over health secrecy

Republican lawmakers question Defense Secretary Austin's handling of cancer diagnosis disclosure to President Biden.
Secretary Austin apologizes for not promptly informing President Biden and Congress about his health situation.

NYC Council blasted as 'out of touch' by local GOP politicians for swatting down Mayor Eric Adams' 'harmful' call to change sanctuary policy to deport migrants accused of crime

Democrat-controlled NYC Council criticized for rejecting Mayor's call to change sanctuary policy
Mayor Adams calls for more cooperation with ICE to deport migrants suspected of serious crimes

Republican Floats Refusing to Invite Biden For State of the Union Until Border is Secured

House Republicans considering not inviting Biden for State of the Union until border secured
Using leverage, including State of the Union address, to highlight border security issues

West Virginia Wants to Prosecute School Librarians Over 'Obscene' Books - Jezebel

Republican lawmakers in West Virginia passed a bill making teachers and librarians accountable for students' access to books with 'obscene material.'
The bill's lack of specificity raises concerns that it could be used to target LGBTQ+ references in books and curriculum.

FBI Informant Touted by Republicans Indicted for Lying About Bidens' Involvement in Ukrainian Business

An FBI informant has been charged with lying about the business dealings of President Joe Biden and his son Hunter Biden.
The informant claimed that Burisma executives admitted appointing Hunter Biden to protect themselves from potential problems, and that the company paid $5 million each to Hunter Biden and his father.

I.R.S. Commissioner Aims to Show Progress Amid Threats of Budget Cuts

Daniel Werfel has made improvements to the IRS, such as clearing backlogs and reducing wait times, but Republicans still accuse him of intrusive behavior.
Werfel will face a hostile reception as he defends his agency's budget and explains the benefits of a well-funded IRS.

Citing the economy, more Republicans back child care spending

Republican state lawmakers are increasingly supporting plans to invest in child care across the country, recognizing the importance of the industry and the need to address workforce shortages.
The pandemic highlighted the precariousness of the child care industry and the reliance of working parents on it, leading to an unprecedented federal investment of $24 billion in child care businesses in 2021.

3rd Circuit judicial nominee opposed for ties to group said to amplify 'antisemitic speech' and 'terrorist propaganda'

Republican lawmakers call for withdrawal of nomination for 3rd Circuit judicial nominee
Nominee criticized for ties to group accused of amplifying antisemitic speech and terrorist propaganda

Appalling': Romney accuses Trump of trying to stop bill to blame Biden

President Trump has instructed Republican lawmakers not to negotiate a compromise bill with President Biden on immigration.
This stance by Trump is hindering efforts to address immigration issues.

Nearly 180 Republicans File Amicus Brief Urging Supreme Court to Deem Trump Eligible

Republicans file amicus brief to bar states from determining Trump's eligibility to run for office again
Claim that Trump 'quickly' called for peace and disbandment on January 6 is disputed

Nearly 180 Republicans File Amicus Brief Urging Supreme Court to Deem Trump Eligible

Republicans file amicus brief to bar states from determining Trump's eligibility to run for office again
Claim that Trump 'quickly' called for peace and disbandment on January 6 is disputed

Kentucky GOP's New Bill Decriminalizes Use of Deadly Force Against the Unhoused

Republican lawmakers in Kentucky have introduced a bill that would criminalize homeless encampments and allow property owners to confront unhoused people with a gun.
The bill has already received significant support from Republican co-sponsors and the Kentucky State Fraternal Order of Police.
The proposed legislation would designate specific areas for unhoused individuals and impose misdemeanor charges, fines, and potential imprisonment for those found outside of the designated area.

Three years after the January 6 insurrection, the GOP has totally embraced it

Republican members of Congress expressed panic and anger during the Capitol insurrection.
Some Republican lawmakers have now rewritten history and downplayed the severity of the attack.

'Bottom of the barrel': White House warns gridlocked Congress it's nearly out of money for Ukraine

Ukraine's prospects for victory over Russia hinge on support from Republican lawmakers in the U.S.
The fate of the $106 billion aid package for Ukraine appears grim as Senate Republicans focus on securing the southern border.
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