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How Congress’ 'dwindling calendar' could spell doom for GOP leaders: analysis

100% Left coverage: 2 sources

When Donald Trump returned to the White House on January 20, he enjoyed Republican majorities in both branches of Congress. The Republican majority in the U.S. Senate confirmed most of Trump's controversial nominees, and Trump had enough votes in both the Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives to get his Big, Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 narrowly passed despite strong opposition from Democratic lawmakers.But it remains to be seen which parti…See the Story

Republican Party · Washington

US House GOP Preps Health Care Bill for Vote Before New Year - Garden City Telegram

Coverage: 2 sources

BY JENNIFER SHUTTStates NewsroomWASHINGTON — U.S. House Republicans released a health care bill Friday evening they hope will help curb rising costs, though the measure… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close See the Story

Polls · Washington

Republicans Panic Over Bad Affordability Polls, Rush Party-Line Bill Before Midterms

100% Left coverage: 2 sources

With midterm elections looming and polling numbers flashing warning signs, Republicans are starting to look nervous — and it shows. After spending months touting the sweeping One Big Beautiful Bill Act as the cure-all for the economy, GOP lawmakers are now floating yet another partisan package, this time laser-focused on “affordability.” The shift feels less like a bold new vision and more like damage control. President Trump has made clear he d…See the Story

Higgins’ Legislation to End $1.3 Billion in Improper Government Payments Passes Committee

Congressman Clay Higgins’ (R-LA) legislation, H.R. 2716, the Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, passed through the House Ways and Means Committee during a markup on Dec. 10. The bill would ensure that deceased people are removed from government payment rolls by permanently requiring the Social Security Administration to share the “Death Master File” with the Treasury Department’s “Do Not Pay” system. In 2023 alone, the federal gov…Washington · Washington Read Article

How Congress’ 'dwindling calendar' could spell doom for GOP leaders: analysis

100% Left coverage: 2 sources

US House GOP Preps Health Care Bill for Vote Before New Year - Garden City Telegram

Coverage: 2 sources

Republicans Panic Over Bad Affordability Polls, Rush Party-Line Bill Before Midterms

100% Left coverage: 2 sources

Top House Republicans cheer law firm tangled in bitter battle with Trump

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Top Republicans and Democrats on Capitol Hill came together this week to praise a prominent law firm and government watchdog group – even as the firm remains locked in a bitter legal fight with President Donald Trump’s administration.According to a new report in Politico, lawmakers from both parties attended a bipartisan event celebrating the release of “When Congress Comes Calling,” a newly updated handbook on congressional investigations publi…Donald Trump · Washington Read Article

House secures narrow victory for defense bill advancement

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) pulled off a high-stakes win Wednesday, steering the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) toward a final vote after intense negotiations on the floor. According to The Hill, the procedural vote to set up debate and final passage of the bill dragged on for over an hour, with five Republicans initially voting “no” and several moderates holding back, nearly derailing the effort. Johnson worked the room, huddl…Mike Johnson · Washington Read Article

Trump Recounts Story Involving Wife Of Congressman Who Was Shot, Says 'I Know Many Wives Who Would Not Even Be Crying'

Coverage: 2 sources

Last week at the White House Congressional Ball, President Trump brought up the 2017 shooting incident involving then-House Majority Leader Steve Scalise.Steve Scalise · Washington See the Story

'He's promised': GOP hardliners threaten to ruin Mike Johnson if he goes back on his word

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) finally managed to scrape together the votes to pass the annual defense authorization bill, known as NDAA. But he had to make some key concessions to Republican hardliners — and they're threatening to raise hell if those promises aren't kept, Axios reported on Thursday.If the holdouts perceive Johnson as going back on his word, they could pull out of the next continuing resolution to fund the government, potenti…Mike Johnson · Washington Read Article

NDAA passes in Johnson's latest victory despite GOP floor drama

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The National Defense Authorization Act passed the House on Wednesday afternoon, a win for Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) after he had to endure another round of drama from members of his own conference. The NDAA passed 312 to 112, with 18 Republicans voting against and 115 Democrats voting for the bill. The legislation, which authorizes funding levels and defense policy for the Pentagon, is one of the few bills that Congress must pass each year. It…Republican Party · Washington Read Article

Mike Johnson Moans About Having to Answer for Trump’s Deranged Rants

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House Speaker Mike Johnson has complained that he is constantly being asked to respond to Donald Trump’s deranged remarks. Johnson, who is third in line to the presidency, moaned to CNN’s Manu Raju that he is being “baited” into reacting to the president’s unhinged comments after being asked whether he was OK with Trump referring to nations like Somalia as “s–thole countries.” “Look, I’m baited every day with asking to be made—asked to comment a…Mike Johnson · Washington See the Story

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How Congress’ 'dwindling calendar' could spell doom for GOP leaders: analysis

US House GOP Preps Health Care Bill for Vote Before New Year - Garden City Telegram

Republicans Panic Over Bad Affordability Polls, Rush Party-Line Bill Before Midterms

Higgins’ Legislation to End $1.3 Billion in Improper Government Payments Passes Committee

How Congress’ 'dwindling calendar' could spell doom for GOP leaders: analysis

US House GOP Preps Health Care Bill for Vote Before New Year - Garden City Telegram

Republicans Panic Over Bad Affordability Polls, Rush Party-Line Bill Before Midterms

Top House Republicans cheer law firm tangled in bitter battle with Trump

House secures narrow victory for defense bill advancement

Trump Recounts Story Involving Wife Of Congressman Who Was Shot, Says 'I Know Many Wives Who Would Not Even Be Crying'

'He's promised': GOP hardliners threaten to ruin Mike Johnson if he goes back on his word

NDAA passes in Johnson's latest victory despite GOP floor drama

Mike Johnson Moans About Having to Answer for Trump’s Deranged Rants

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Higgins’ Legislation to End $1.3 Billion in Improper Government Payments Passes Committee

How Congress’ 'dwindling calendar' could spell doom for GOP leaders: analysis

US House GOP Preps Health Care Bill for Vote Before New Year - Garden City Telegram

Republicans Panic Over Bad Affordability Polls, Rush Party-Line Bill Before Midterms

Top House Republicans cheer law firm tangled in bitter battle with Trump

House secures narrow victory for defense bill advancement

Trump Recounts Story Involving Wife Of Congressman Who Was Shot, Says 'I Know Many Wives Who Would Not Even Be Crying'

'He's promised': GOP hardliners threaten to ruin Mike Johnson if he goes back on his word

NDAA passes in Johnson's latest victory despite GOP floor drama

Mike Johnson Moans About Having to Answer for Trump’s Deranged Rants

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