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The Never Trumper Listening to Trump Voters

Republicans alarmed by Trump's behavior tried but failed to take action against him. [ more ]

Axios

GOP's old guard on verge of extinction as Trump allies circle Senate

Only two Republicans who became Senators during the Trump era voted to pass the Senate's foreign aid bill.

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is running out of GOP leaders who refuse to endorse Trump. [ more ]

Above the Law

Law

Ken Paxton Takes Time Off Of Harassing Trans Kids And Pregnant Women To Start Shit With His Own Senator

Donald Trump ordered Republicans to kill a border security bill.

22 Republicans voted with Democrats to fund aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. [ more ]

Intelligencer

Republicans Killed the Border Deal Because It Proved Biden's Moderation

Republicans oppose the immigration deal to maintain Trump's campaign issue

Republicans don't want to admit that Biden's promise of unity has been fulfilled [ more ]

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Border and Ukraine aid bill in jeopardy in Senate due to staunch Republican opposition

The bill that applies new immigration controls and aid to Ukraine and Israel is on the verge of failure due to lack of support from Republicans, including those who helped negotiate it.

Donald Trump opposes the bill and believes it is bad for him politically, which has created opposition from Republicans. [ more ]

The Atlantic

The GOP's Ongoing Moral Surrender to Trump

Conservative Republicans continue to abandon decency to defend Trump.

Elected officials who defend Trump's immorality are just as bad as his most devoted supporters. [ more ]

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Axios

1 week ago

Europe politics

Civil war hits House GOP over foreign aid

The House Speaker faces a threat to his job that risks a weakened speakership, potentially needing Democrats' help. [ more ]

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2 weeks ago

Biden and Other Democrats Tie Trump to Limits on Abortion Rights

Democrats blame Trump for abortion restrictions, see his support for state decisions as potential total ban endorsement.

Biden accuses Trump of creating chaos post-Dobbs decision, challenges false claims on abortion support. [ more ]

Axios

4 weeks ago

Scoop: National Archives gives new tranche of Biden emails to House GOP

Republicans acknowledge lack of evidence for Biden impeachment.

National Archives released large volume of emails related to Biden and his family. [ more ]

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4 weeks ago

Political Malpractice:' Politico's Jonathan Martin Hammers Biden For Not Reaching Out to Anti-Trump GOP Leaders

Biden criticized for not reaching out to anti-Trump Republicans

Biden's strategy to target Nikki Haley voters with Trump's words [ more ]

Above the Law

I've Seen Lies From Both Sides Now, Immigration Edition

Democrats and Republicans lie about immigration strategies.

Biden initially ignored the immigration issue, later tried to address it due to electoral concerns. [ more ]

www.mediaite.com

Hunter Biden Sees His Sobriety In Terms Of A Fight For the Future of Democracy' In Rare Interview With Axios

Hunter Biden opens up about sobriety struggles impacting his father's reelection campaign.

Republicans focus on tying Hunter Biden's past struggles with his father's presidential campaign. [ more ]

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Biden's new move is playing offense on border politics. But will voters be swayed?

President Biden went on offense in response to Republicans tanking bipartisan legislation on border security.

Biden now has someone else to blame for the border. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

3 weeks ago

Republicans explode in rage at Joe Biden for honoring Trans Day of Visibility

Republicans blamed Biden for Easter and TDOV coincidence

Easter and TDOV dates were not decided by Biden [ more ]

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Tapper Tells Trump Adviser' Sean Hannity and Other Biden Critics to Pick a Lane': Is the President a Fool' or a Criminal Mastermind'?

Critics label Joe Biden differently before and after his speech

Republicans accuse Joe Biden of being both elderly and corrupt [ more ]

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Biden retained classified information but will not face charges, special counsel report says

The justice department special counsel has concluded that Joe Biden took classified information about the US war in Afghanistan, but he will not face criminal charges.

The release of the report is likely to impact the 2024 election, with Republicans seizing any criticism of the US president. [ more ]

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Europe news

Nine Republicans Vote Against Resolution Condemning Child Abductions in Ukraine

Nine Republicans voted against condemning abduction of Ukrainian children by Russian forces in House resolution.

Resolution overwhelmingly passed 390-9, holding Russia responsible for illegal abductions of children in Ukraine. [ more ]

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UK news

Marjorie Greene accuses Cameron of calling us Hitler' as she doubles down on insult

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene doubles down on mistaken assertion that British Foreign Secretary David Cameron compared Republicans to Hitler

Greene dismisses Cameron's opinion, criticizes his association of Republicans with Hitler, and tells him to focus on his own country's problems [ more ]

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Europe news

German Chancellor Scholz on a mission to Washington DW 02/08/2024

The European Union has committed to providing 50 billion euros in aid to Ukraine until 2027, a move that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes will break the deadlock in Washington and support Ukraine against Russia.

US President Joe Biden expressed frustration with Republicans in Congress who are blocking the release of further funds for Ukraine, stating that this delay is detrimental to Ukraine's defense capabilities against Russian aggression. [ more ]

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Joe Biden came out swinging at his State of the Union address - will it be enough?

Biden's State of the Union address was energetic and interactive, showcasing his feisty demeanor and quick wit.

The address focused on countering Republican narratives, challenging historical revisionism, and criticizing Trump's comments on Russia. [ more ]

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Kash Patel's Deep State: How Trump Trained the GOP to Hate Rule of Law 2 - emptywheel

Republicans were already willing to gin up criminal investigations against people named Clinton before Trump.

Trump's changes driven by Russian interference. Concerns about Trump's plans to remake the Deep State in his image. [ more ]

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Europe news

After Report of Navalny Death, Haley Attacks Trump Over Past Praise for Putin

Nikki Haley criticizes Putin and Trump

Republicans condemn Putin over Navalny's death [ more ]

Axios

"No sane American President": Cheney blasts Trump over NATO comments

Liz Cheney criticizes Trump's suggestion to encourage Russia to attack NATO allies

Concerns arise over how a second Trump presidency could impact the United States' role in NATO [ more ]

Washington Post

Trump vs. Biden on immigration: 12 charts comparing U.S. border security

Illegal border crossings have reached the highest level ever under Biden's presidency.

Republicans are critical of Biden's handling of the surge and Trump is promising to crack down on immigration if elected. [ more ]

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US news

Here are North Dakota's 2024 Republican caucus results

North Dakota Republicans hold presidential caucus before Super Tuesday

Caucus for Republicans lasts three hours, commencing at 6 p.m. ET. [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

Women in technology

Republicans are bashing trans people to try to win over women voters. It won't work.

Republicans are attempting to win back women voters by introducing bills like 'Women's Bill of Rights' that focus on defining gender based on body parts.

Republican lawmakers are prioritizing attacking transgender people's rights instead of improving protections for women in the workplace or reproductive freedom. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

California

Republicans to launch another long-shot effort to recall Newsom

Rescue California plans a new effort to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom, citing budget deficit and lack of focus on state issues.

Newsom dismisses the recall attempt as a distraction from important issues like democracy and reproductive freedom. [ more ]

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Parenting

Joy Reid Asks Why Do We Need More Kids?' in Rant Against Alabama Senator After IVF Ruling

Republicans calling for more kids while complaining about resources for immigrants questioned by Joy Reid

Critics mock Sen. Tuberville for calling for more kids despite concerns about resources and immigration crisis. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Television

Jimmy Kimmel: Tom Suozzi Has Very Big Clown Shoes to Fill'

Tom Suozzi won a special election to fill a congressional seat, shrinking the Republicans' majority in the House.

Late-night hosts made jokes about Valentine's Day and congratulated Tom Suozzi on his win. [ more ]

Truthout

Dems Pick Up House Seat - Suozzi Wins New York Special Election to Replace George Santos

Democrats win a highly sought-after House seat in a special election in New York, tightening the Republicans' slim majority in the House of Representatives.

The outcome of the special election could indicate how the two major parties will perform in the suburbs in the upcoming congressional elections this November. [ more ]

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Not an Ordinary Special Election, and Yet a Typical Result

Tom Suozzi, a former Democratic representative, won the special election in New York's Third District by just under eight points.

The victory puts Democrats one seat closer to retaking the House, which is significant considering Republicans had a thin majority. [ more ]

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New York special election to fill George Santos' House seat

The special election in New York's 3rd Congressional District is expected to be a close race.

The outcome could provide insights for both parties as they head into the general election season. [ more ]

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In New York Win, Democrats Sense a Pivot on Immigration and Border Politics

Democrats found success in a New York special election by addressing immigration head-on, neutralizing it as a potential vulnerability in future elections.

Former Representative Tom Suozzi's victory came after he addressed immigration and showcased his support for ICE, countering Republican attacks on his stance on illegal immigrants. [ more ]

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Here's What's in the Senate's $118 Billion Ukraine and Border Deal

Senate Democrats released an emergency national security bill that includes aid to Ukraine and border security measures.

The bill needs bipartisan support to pass, but faces opposition from Republicans and former President Trump. [ more ]

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Tennessee's Legislature Can't Move Past the Bitter Clashes of 2023

Tensions between Democrats and Republicans in the Tennessee legislature are escalating, as shown by Representative Justin Jones refusing to lead the Pledge of Allegiance and Republicans calling for his resignation.

The animosity from 2023, when Republicans expelled Jones and another Democrat for leading a gun control protest, continues to impact the legislative environment in Tennessee. [ more ]

Advocate.com

Police close Senate hearing room gay sex case after probe, finding no evidence of a crime

The U.S. Capitol Police have found no evidence of a crime in the case of a Senate staffer who allegedly taped himself having sex in a congressional hearing room, and they have closed their investigation.

The video of the incident was originally posted by The Daily Caller, a right-wing news outlet, and sparked criticism from the right about Democrats, but others have pointed out that Republicans have also been involved in inappropriate sexual behavior. [ more ]

New York Post

GOP erupts at Biden, call for retaliation against Iran after death of 3 US soldiers: 'Hit them hard'

Republicans blame Biden for attacks in Jordan

Calls for retaliation against Iran [ more ]

POLITICO

'Unbelievable hypocrisy': Democrats hope to turn the tide on border security

Democrats plan to attack Republicans for their hypocrisy on border legislation and use it against them in campaign ads.

Republicans welcome the fight and hope Democrats show footage of Biden's border crisis in every ad. [ more ]

The Atlantic

Welcome Back to the Chaos of the Trump Era

Republicans face disarray and chaos in various arenas

Tuesday's events provide a preview of what could happen if Donald Trump is reelected [ more ]

POLITICO

'An act of staggering bad faith': Connecticut lawmaker dings Speaker Johnson

Negotiations are in progress for a foreign aid deal that includes changes to the immigration system

Republicans are divided on whether to support the proposed deal or focus on the border issue [ more ]

POLITICO

Republicans test border security as campaign strategy in bellwether special election

The issue of illegal immigration and national security is affecting voters in the Long Island race.

Democrats are on the defensive due to the surge of migrants to New York City and the hyper-organized Nassau County Republican Committee. [ more ]

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Opinion | Another Political Failure on Immigration

President Biden is ready to sign a border deal to address the influx of migrants entering the US.

The situation at the southern border is overwhelming and requires federal action to ensure humane conditions for migrants. [ more ]

POLITICO

Senate squirms as Mayorkas impeachment moves along in House

The Senate can dismiss a trial with a simple majority of votes

Some Republicans don't want to have a trial [ more ]

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Truthout

AOC Says GOP's Mayorkas Impeachment Attempt Is "Craven and Without Merit"

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizes Republicans for their attempt to impeach Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas with no evidence

Ocasio-Cortez highlights the inexperience of the Republican House speaker and the baseless nature of the allegations as reasons for the failed impeachment vote [ more ]

LGBTQ Nation

NYC LGBT

Oklahoma Republicans introduce bill to ban Pride celebrations

Oklahoma Republicans introduce bill to ban state agencies from celebrating Pride Month

The bill would ban state agencies from using state funds to promote LGBTQ+ Pride Month [ more ]

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Biden tells Republicans to 'show some spine,' buck Trump, and back border bill

President Biden urges Republicans to revive failing bipartisan Senate bill on border funding and national security priorities.

Biden believes Donald Trump is obstructing the bill for political reasons and wants Republicans to choose between serving Trump or the American people. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Biden skips visit to South Carolina for presidential primary, stops in L.A. instead

President Biden was in Los Angeles during the South Carolina Democratic primary.

Biden's decision not to visit South Carolina on Saturday was criticized by Republicans. [ more ]

POLITICO

White House escalates attacks on House Republicans for border deal impasse

Some rank-and-file members admitted to blocking a deal for political purposes influenced by Trump

The White House and House Speaker are blaming each other for the surge of migrants at the border [ more ]

Intelligencer

Why Republicans Don't Want to Solve the Border Problem

Republicans are more willing to deal on taxes than on immigration due to the different nature of these issues in terms of political capital.

Republicans use immigration as a wedge issue against Democrats to win elections, while taxes are a policy goal they consider vital. [ more ]

New York Post

First brother James Biden agrees to deposition in impeachment inquiry

James Biden, President Biden's younger brother, has agreed to testify in the House impeachment inquiry next month.

Republicans are expected to question James Biden about his involvement in a lucrative venture with Chinese state-linked CEFC China Energy. [ more ]

The Atlantic

Social justice

A Rainbow Coalition of Haters

Some Republicans believe that tapping into right-wing gender politics can attract Black and Latino men.

There is a belief that misogynistic and homophobic appeals may help the Republican Party win over Black and Hispanic men with sexist views. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com