The Latest Breaking News from Republican Party

War powers votes unlikely to rein in Trump after Iran strikes

A procedural vote on the resolution could happen as soon as Tuesday, according to a source familiar with the situation.

Roll Call · Feb 28

Midterm ‘blue wave’ could block Trump’s agenda and launch investigations – here’s what’s at stake

Democrats hope to capture the House, but the Senate could be a heavier lift in November’s midterm elections

The Guardian - US · Feb 28

Redrawn to favor GOP, Texas’ 35th Congressional District attracts competitive primaries in both parties

President Donald Trump recently endorsed Air Force veteran Carlos De La Cruz for the seat Texas Republicans drew at his request. Democrats also see a chance to win in November.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 28

Critics blast the 1950s ‘success sequence’ fantasy that GOP lawmakers are trying to make schools teach as a method to avoid poverty

Their vision looks like the white-picket-fence dream.

We Got This Covered · Feb 27

MAGA undercuts GOP on Hillary

How Lauren Boebert and Benny Johnson ruined James Comer’s big shot

Salon · Feb 27

Editor’s Letter: Introducing Our March/April 2026 Issue

A note from the editor-in-chief

Texas Observer · Feb 27

Trans adults in Kansas expected to surrender drivers licenses in draconian roll back of basic rights

Policies like this are likely to energize voters ahead of the midterm elections.

We Got This Covered · Feb 27

Hillary Clinton testifies she never met Epstein, accuses GOP of "cover-up"

"You have compelled me to testify, fully aware that I have no knowledge that would assist your investigation," Clinton said.

Axios · Feb 26

Tennessee's felony law when local officials vote for 'sanctuary' policies is ruled unconstitutional

A Tennessee law that threatens local officials with felony charges and possible imprisonment if they vote for so-called “sanctuary policies” on immigration has been ruled unconstitutional

The Independent UK · Feb 26

Republicans Say GOP Can't Afford to Lose Rep. Tony Gonzales Despite Affair Scandal: "It's a Game of Numbers and We're in a Losing Battle"

One House Republican, speaking anonymously to the outlet, said the GOP can afford to lose only one member on a party-line vote. "Leadership right now is scrambling just to do the normal business of the day," the lawmaker said.

Latin Times · Feb 26