The Latest Breaking News from Republican Party

DeSantis moves to ban critical race theory in state colleges

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced plans to block state colleges from having programs on diversity, equity and inclusion, and critical race theory

The Independent UK · Jan 31, 2023

Former U.S. Sen. David Durenberger of Minnesota dies at 88

The Minnesota Republican served three terms and championed health care reform and protecting rights for disabled people, including the landmark Americans with Disabilities Act.

WEKU · Jan 31, 2023

Trump donations drop after 2024 launch

Trump's campaign has raised less money than he raised over the six weeks prior to announcing his candidacy

Salon · Jan 31, 2023

Ex-Indiana Gov. Daniels won’t seek state’s open Senate seat

Former Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels says he won't seek that state’s open U.S. Senate seat next year, ending weeks of speculation about whether the longtime Republican figure would enter a possibly vicious GOP primary fight with a combative defender of former President Donald Trump

The Independent UK · Jan 31, 2023

GOP Rep. Santos recuses himself from committees - Roll Call

Rep. George Santos told House Republicans during their weekly conference meeting Tuesday that he won't serve on any committees.

Roll Call · Jan 31, 2023

Thanks, GOP. Pelosi's attacker is proud

Of course, the Pelosi suspect feels supported — the GOP is the party of political violence now

Salon · Jan 31, 2023

Jim Jordan moves from leadership nemesis to key player in GOP agenda

During his early years in the House, Rep. Jordan pressured Republican leaders to move to the right. Now as Judiciary chairman, he is a key architect in Speaker McCarthy's oversight agenda this year.

WEKU · Jan 31, 2023

House GOP rhetoric worries housing advocates about HUD funding  - Roll Call

House advocates worry that House GOP comments about cutting spending will hit key programs just as rents are rising.

Roll Call · Jan 31, 2023

Commentary: Winning GOP strategy in 2024 – back to business with immigration reform

The recent GOP attacks on the business community, including its leading advocacy group the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, arguably contributed to a poor showing in the 2022 midterms and is not the answer for success in the presidential and congressional elections in 2024.

Tribune News Service · Jan 31, 2023

Editorial: A North Carolina case imperils the US electoral process. The Supreme Court can’t let that happen

Perhaps the first time you heard the phrase “checks and balances” was in middle school civics class. Not surprising, since it’s a cornerstone of American democracy. The executive, legislative and judicial branches of government act as counterweights to each other, so that no single branch dominates.

Chicago Tribune · Jan 31, 2023