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House ethics committee deadlocked on whether to release Matt Gaetz report

Panel met but failed to reach decision on releasing report into Trump’s controversial pick for attorney general

The Guardian - US

Republicans Consider Constitutional Pathway For Trump's Recess Appointments

Capitol Hill Republicans explore Trump adjourning Congress for recess appointments, sparking debate on constitutional implications.

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House Ethics Committee Chair Denies Speaker's Influence On Gaetz Report

House Ethics Committee chair confirms Speaker Johnson not influencing panel on report disclosure involving Matt Gaetz nomination.

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We Are Going To Learn More About Matt Gaetz's Sex Life Than We Wanted

Trump's pick for attorney general is manifestly unqualified for the job, even without considering the salacious details of the ethics charges against him.

Reason

Trump’s agenda will face hurdles in Congress, despite the Republican ‘trifecta’ of winning the House, Senate and White House

Beginning in January 2025, Republicans in Washington will achieve what’s commonly known as a governing “trifecta”: control over the executive branch via the president, combined with majorities for their party in both the House and the Senate.

The Conversation

House Speaker Mike Johnson Declines To Address Transgender Identity

House Speaker emphasizes respect, while Rep. Mace introduces resolution to ban transgender women from Capitol restrooms. Debate reflects differing views on...

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GOP Divided Over Short-Term Government Funding Plan

House Speaker Mike Johnson's proposal for a short-term government funding extension faces resistance within the House GOP, with concerns about delaying fis...

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‘A slap in the face’: Dems denounce Mace’s anti-trans bathroom bill

Nancy Mace has vowed to “triple” down on her effort to bar transgender women from using women’s restrooms at the Capitol.

Roll Call

Jon Stewart to Democrats: ‘Exploit the loopholes’

Late-night hosts urge Democrats to take a page from the GOP and discuss Trump’s controversial cabinet picks, from Matt Gaetz to RFK Jr

The Guardian - US

House GOP unites in attack on trans Dem

Rep. Nancy Mace is leading a GOP effort to harass their newly elected Democratic colleague

Salon

Hakeem Jeffries Re-Elected As House Democratic Leader

House Leader Hakeem Jeffries reelected as Democratic leader despite party's failure to regain majority control. Republicans maintain majority in House.

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Sex Trafficking Accusations Against Matt Gaetz Are 'Less Than Nothing', Elon Musk Says: 'Case Closed'

The billionaire also praised Gaetz, saying he will be "our Hammer of Justice"

Latin Times

Recess appointments: Can Trump bypass Senate to appoint Gaetz, other aides?

Donald Trump’s support for ‘recess appointments’ fuels concerns over weakened US congressional oversight of White House.

Al Jazeera

Jimmy Kimmel makes Rocky themed dig at Stallone following actor’s Trump praise

‘George Washington was the father of our country. Donald Trump is the father of Eric,’ joked Kimmel

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Latin Times

Calls Grow to Release Ethics Report on Matt Gaetz As Attorney Says He Paid Two Women For Sex

Democrats and GOP senators are urging for the release of Gaetz ethics report as Trump lobbies directly for his confirmation

Salon

Trump prefers nominees with shady pasts

Republicans complain nominees weren't "properly vetted," but don't get that accusations are a feature, not a bug

The Independent UK

Trump personally calls senators to pressure them to confirm Gaetz – as House Ethics report released to all committee members

House Ethics Committee report into Gaetz has now been made available to all committee members

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House Speaker Mike Johnson's Weekend With President-Elect Trump

House Speaker Mike Johnson's weekend with President-elect Trump showcases a new era for the Republican Party and hints at future collaboration.

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House Speaker Defends Blocking Release Of Ethics Committee Report

House Speaker Mike Johnson defends decision to block release of House Ethics Committee report on former Congressman Matt Gaetz, citing protocol and concern...

The Independent UK

Two women told House ethics panel Matt Gaetz paid them for sex with Venmo, lawyer says

Attorneys for women who testified to ethics panel are putting pressure on lawmakers to release report

The Texas Tribune

Tony Gonzales, Chip Roy clash over mass deportation plans

Gonzales’ warning that mass removals of undocumented immigrants are unfeasible got pushback from Roy, who said everyone in the country illegally must be deported.

Roll Call

White House asks for nearly $100B disaster relief package - Roll Call

President Joe Biden is seeking $98.6 billion in emergency disaster relief funding following a series of hurricanes this fall.

Salon

Gaetz forces GOP to pick power or ethics

Republican senators say they want to see a House ethics report on Gaetz, setting the stage for a showdown

Latin Times

Matt Gaetz Accuser's Attorney Reveals New Details About Alleged Encounter With Minor During 'Group Sex Situation'

According to Joel Leppard, his clients attended more than five and as many as 10 "sex parties" with Gaetz involving "group sex situations" and illegal drugs

International Business Times

US Speaker Opposes Calls To Release Ethics Report On Trump's AG Pick

US House speaker Mike Johnson on Sunday insisted that the chamber's ethics committee should not release a report on alleged sexual improprieties by Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general, Matt Gaetz, even as Democrats castigated Gaetz as unqualified and "a troll."

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