A beloved national monument is under threat from Utah Republicans. Activists are calling to save the ‘crown jewel’ The monument came under threat during the previous Trump administration The Independent UK · Jan 23
A Jan. 6 officer stopped a Republican mid-speech with an unexpected outburst in Congress — and the drama didn’t end there Sometimes rage is the only appropriate response. We Got This Covered · Jan 23
Collins, Mills take different tacks on ICE's sweeping enforcement action in Maine Maine’s leading Republican and Democratic officials are taking different approaches to Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s sweeping ongoing action in the state The Independent UK · Jan 23
Where Have the 'Don't Tread on Me' Republicans Gone? Many conservatives are embracing big government, from police-state immigration tactics to socialist economic policies. Reason · Jan 23
After vicious 2024 cycle, Texas House GOP primaries see quieter landscape defined by tort battle With Texas’ hardline conservative megadonors largely staying on the sidelines, a handful of House primaries have become battlegrounds for the state’s civil justice debate. The Texas Tribune · Jan 23
US health insurance executives testify before Congress about increasing costs of healthcare CEO of UnitedHealth Group said his company will return profits earned from Affordable Care Act plans to customers The Guardian - US · Jan 23
Could ICE raids in Maine swing its key Senate race? NEWS ANALYSIS: Susan Collins is a barnacle who has clung to her seat for six terms. But Donald Trump is dumping a national issue in her backyard, and giving her opponent a chance to deal with it, writes John Bowden The Independent UK · Jan 23
House rejects resolution that would bar Trump from sending troops to Venezuela Vote on legislation falls just short of number needed for passage, showing Mike Johnson’s tenuous hold on majority The Guardian - US · Jan 22
January 6 cop curses at Republican blaming Capitol Police for insurrection at Jack Smith hearing A January 6 cop told a Republican blaming Capitol Police for the insurrection to 'go f*** yourself' in a heated moment during Jack Smith's testimony to Congress. The Independent UK · Jan 22
The GOP Looks Increasingly Like a Home for Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders Many Republicans are now openly embracing ideas from the progressive playbook. Call them "Depublicans." Reason · Jan 22
Republican Rep. Says He Expects Claudia Sheinbaum To Face 'Consequences' For Sending Oil To The Cuban Regime Republican Rep. Carlos Gimenez said he expects Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to face "consequences" for sending oil to the Cuban regime, helping its weather its worst economic crisis in the almost 70 years since the Communist revolution. Latin Times · Jan 22
The Latest: Jack Smith testifies in public about his Trump investigations Republican lawmakers are grilling former Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith at an open hearing, focusing fresh attention on two criminal investigations that shadowed Donald Trump during his 2024 presidential campaign The Independent UK · Jan 22
At the Races: Ready for Madam President? Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including campaign announcements and redistricting. Roll Call · Jan 22
Rural California is seeing its craziest election in years. Can a progressive win it? Audrey Denney is trying to win a House seat twice – first in a special election, and then again after the district is redrawn The Guardian - US · Jan 22
Roll Call · Jan 22 At House hearing, Jack Smith defends decisions to charge Trump John L. “Jack” Smith delivered a full-throated defense of his investigation into President Donald Trump on Thursday.
The Texas Tribune · Jan 22 Texas lieutenant governor primary: Who is running and what to know The lieutenant governor’s office is often described as the most powerful in Texas government. Here’s a look at who’s running in the 2026 Democratic and Republican primaries and where they stand.
The Texas Tribune · Jan 22 New red-leaning congressional seat in North Texas draws wide-open GOP primary field The once solidly blue 32nd District is considered the safest bet for Republicans out of the five Democratic seats targeted by the GOP’s new congressional gerrymander.
Latin Times · Jan 22 House Foreign Affairs Committee Members 'Wholeheartedly' Endorsing Maria Corina Machado To Be Venezuela's Next President Rep. Brian Mast, a Republican from Florida and chair of the committee, went on the record saying he could not see how there could be anyone else "with a greater vision" for Venezuela than Machado.
The Independent UK · Jan 21 Greenland American Flag cake served at Kennedy Center event with Republicans pushing for a Trump third term ‘It’s gonna be an international incident,’ one partygoer said before the cake was sliced
Roll Call · Jan 21 New York judge orders new Staten Island congressional district A New York state judge on Wednesday invalidated part of the state’s congressional map related to Staten Island.
The Texas Tribune · Jan 21 Gov. Abbott endorses Nate Sheets over Sid Miller for agriculture commissioner In a statement, Abbott said Texans deserve a commissioner focused on Texas agriculture and “with zero tolerance for criminality.”
Roll Call · Jan 21 Former special counsel Jack Smith set to testify at House panel John L. “Jack” Smith is set to testify before the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday on his investigations into Donald Trump.
Latin Times · Jan 21 Republican Rep. Slams Trump Over Handling Of Venezuela's Oil Industry: 'Selling Stolen Oil And Putting Billions Of Dollars In a Bank In Qatar' Republican Rep. Thomas Massie slammed President Donald Trump over his administration's handling of Venezuela's oil industry since the capture of authoritarian President Nicolas Maduro.
The Independent UK · Jan 21 Former NFL sideline reporter announces Senate bid in Minnesota as a Republican Michele Tafoya pledges to ‘ask the tough questions and demand honest answers’
Euronews · Jan 21 Greenland invasion could spark US constitutional crisis, experts say A US military action against Denmark’s arctic territory would be a violation of US law, with potentially massive political consequences.