Trump remade the Supreme Court. Now it will determine his fate From keeping Trump on the ballot, to his legal investigations to the abortion pill, the Supreme Court’s actions will shape Trump’s future The Independent UK · Jan 4, 2024
The Electoral College is a ‘bad’ and ‘undemocratic’ system. So why does the US still use it? In the most powerful democracy in the world, two of its last four leaders have been chosen by a minority of voters. The US’s Electoral College system is now functioning far from how its creators originally intended, Gustaf Kilander writes The Independent UK · Jan 1, 2024
A look back at some of the top political stories of 2023 From former President Donald Trump's historic mug shot to the House speaker drama, here are moments that captured the unprecedented political drama and other powerful moments that unfolded in 2023. WEKU · Dec 28, 2023
The D.C. Circuit Mulls Trump's Alarmingly Broad Claim of Presidential Immunity From Prosecution His lawyers say no jury can ever consider charges based on his "official acts" as president, which include his efforts to reverse Joe Biden's election. Reason · Dec 25, 2023
Hemp gummies pose serious health risks for children nationwide Discover the mounting concerns over accidental ingestion of cannabis-infused gummies made from hemp. Learn how parents can protect their kids and advocate ... Top News · Dec 20, 2023
Trump insists "I never read Mein Kampf!" "I never read Mein Kampf!" Trump said as he warns migrants would bring "disease" Salon · Dec 20, 2023
Trump: Immigrants Poisoning America, Supported by Republican Senator Get a dose of the absurd as we navigate the twisted world of politics, where a leading presidential candidate champions anti-immigrant sentiments while ign... Top News · Dec 20, 2023
US Senate Leaders Say No Ukraine Aid Before Year's End The Democratic and Republican leaders of the US Senate said Tuesday that Washington will not be able to approve new aid for Ukraine before year's end, as the two sides continue to seek a compromise. International Business Times · Dec 20, 2023
Clarence Thomas' money woes revealed Thomas pushed for higher salary — and to allow Supreme Court justices to take speaking fees Salon · Dec 18, 2023
Senate passes NDAA, sending bill to House - Roll Call The Senate voted to pass a final defense policy bill, setting up the sprawling, $886.3 billion measure for House consideration. Roll Call · Dec 13, 2023
‘Overwhelm it with light’: Johnson talks antisemitism at menorah lighting Congressional leaders presented a united front at the Hanukkah event at the Capitol, as lawmakers debate funding for Israel. Roll Call · Dec 12, 2023
Zelenskyy makes one more push for aid before Christmas recess - Roll Call In the U.S. to plead for aid, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said congressional wrangling was inspiring "Putin and his sick clique.” Roll Call · Dec 11, 2023
Biden infuriated by Ukraine impasse but Republicans refuse to bend over border Failure to pass Ukraine bill reflects growing ‘America first’ trend among Republicans – and a desire for even stricter border security The Guardian - US · Dec 7, 2023
France 24 · Dec 7, 2023 Biden willing to 'compromise' on US border policy as Senate Republicans block Ukraine aid As Senate Republicans blocked the advance of tens of billions of dollars in military and economic assistance for Ukraine Wednesday, President Joe Biden berated their tactics as “stunning" and dangerous. Yet he also signaled an openness to what GOP lawmakers ultimately want: border policy changes.
The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2023 Top senators in shouting match as Republicans accused of derailing Ukraine defence talks Efforts to separate Ukraine funding from other issues seem to dim as Senate Republicans remain opposed
Roll Call · Dec 6, 2023 War supplemental stymied in Senate over border holdup - Roll Call Senate Republicans blocked a war funding package, making good on their threat to hold up aid to Ukraine without an immigration overhaul.
The Guardian - US · Dec 6, 2023 The 15 questions that will not be asked at the Republican debate The modern-day Republican party is nothing but a Potemkin village
The Guardian - US · Nov 30, 2023 George Santos: a creature of Congress, dark money and limitless Republican hypocrisy The New York fabulist faces expulsion but the fault for his rise lies with Trump, McCarthy, McConnell and the supreme court
The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2023 Tommy Tuberville avoids break on his military holds – for now Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said he was voting against the resolution to bypass Tommy Tuberville’s blockade “at this time”
The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2023 Daily Show guest host reveals three GOP lawmakers she’d like to fight Leslie Jones said she ‘wants in’ in the physical fights breaking out among GOP lawmakers in Congress
WEKU · Nov 15, 2023 A GOP senator challenges Teamsters head to a fight in a fiery exchange at a hearing A congressional hearing devolved into an angry confrontation between Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin and Sean O'Brien, the president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.
Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 15, 2023 House votes to prevent a government shutdown as GOP Speaker Johnson relies on Democrats for help The proposal, which the Senate is expected to approve this week, will continue funding the government and push a showdown over a final spending plan into the new year.
Roll Call · Nov 13, 2023 Senate leaders give green light to Johnson stopgap funds plan - Roll Call Senate leaders of both parties sent encouraging signals Monday for Speaker Mike Johnson’s bill to avoid a partial government shutdown.
WEKU · Nov 9, 2023 Longtime political journalist says Trump, Christie blame claims about KY governor’s race aren’t Former President Donald Trump’s assistance wasn’t enough to carry Attorney General Daniel Cameron across the finish line Tuesday. Two days before the election, Trump said his support boosted Cameron by 25 points. The day after the election, Trump said the McConnell connection was too much to overcome, while presidential candidate…