GOP senators blast the DOJ’s attempt to jail their rivals, calling it a ‘reckless’ political scheme driven by Trump’s fury Another lawsuit inspired by Trump’s ramblings. We Got This Covered · Feb 12
Democrats eye legal action, GOP seeks answers on Trump admin "spying" on Congress "This is very serious, and we're not going to let it go," said one House Democrat. Axios · Feb 12
Trump promises ‘consequences come Election time’ for Republicans who voted with Democrats to oppose Canada tariffs President Donald Trump threatens to back primary challengers to rebel GOP members who defy him over signature economic policy following Wednesday House vote The Independent UK · Feb 12
The con behind nationalizing elections Conservatives praise small government and states’ rights — until power is at stake Salon · Feb 12
Former Elon Musk lawyer emerges as frontrunner in GOP primary for Michael McCaul’s congressional seat Ten Republicans, including Trump-endorsed attorney Chris Gober, are competing for the red-leaning 10th Congressional District in Central Texas. The Texas Tribune · Feb 12
“Rule follower”: In GOP primary, Joan Huffman promises to bring law and order to the attorney general’s office Huffman is running on her criminal prosecution experience and allegiance to the rule of law, cutting a contrast with her opponents who are emphasizing a continuation of Paxton’s culture war battles. The Texas Tribune · Feb 12
US House votes to overturn President Trump's tariffs on Canada Six Republican lawmakers joined Democrats to block the tariffs in a 219 to 211 vote. Trump is expected to veto the measure. Euronews · Feb 12
The Republican who Mike Johnson can't ever count on "What's my incentive to vote for anything?" Massie said to Axios. Axios · Feb 12
Oral Testimony at the House Judiciary Subcommittee Hearing on the "Preserving a Sharia-Free America Act" It was notable that the GOP members and witnesses made little effort to actually defend the legislation in question. Reason · Feb 12
US House backs bid to block Canada tariffs in rebuke of Trump Republicans join Democrats in objecting to national emergency US president declared to impose tariffs The Guardian - US · Feb 12
House Republicans defy Trump on trade The vote signals growing GOP discomfort with Trump's aggressive tariff strategy. Axios · Feb 11
The Latest: Bondi will face questions before Congress over Epstein files Attorney General Pam Bondi will face questions from lawmakers over the Justice Department’s handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein that have exposed sensitive private information about victims despite redaction efforts The Independent UK · Feb 11
GOP Senate candidates pitch themselves as best to boost down-ballot Republicans Both John Cornyn and Ken Paxton argue they’re best equipped to carry the torch for Republicans and fight off Democratic headwinds in local races. The Texas Tribune · Feb 11
GOP revolt opens up lane for votes on challenging Trump tariffs GOP leadership, with help from White House, had to work hard to get the measure over the finish line. Axios · Feb 11
The Independent UK · Feb 10 Why Republicans are suddenly seriously sweating the Texas Senate race NEWS ANALYSIS: Senate leaders are still hopeful that Trump will save a beleaguered GOP senator from a primary challenge. But Trump prefers to back a winner, writes John Bowden
The Independent UK · Feb 10 Immigrant rights groups seek to dismiss a Republican lawsuit to exclude noncitizens from US census Immigrant rights groups are seeking to toss out a Republican lawsuit that would prohibit the U.S. Census Bureau from counting people who are in the U.S. illegally during the 2030 census
Roll Call · Feb 10 House rejects rule that would block floor votes to end tariffs House rejects a rule that would prohibit lawmakers from terminating President Donald Trump's tariffs as three Republicans vote against it.
The Independent UK · Feb 10 Stephen Miller ‘working closely’ with Trump allies in the Senate against attempts to rein in ICE: report ‘We’re now going on offense,’ South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham said
The Times of India · Feb 10 'Absolutely not': Indian-origin Texas GOP chairman announces re-election bid, faces resistance Abraham George, the Indian-origin Texas GOP chairman, announced his re-election for the post only to face stiff resistance on social media amid the present anti-Indian narrative in Texas. "Absolutely not. Read the writing on the wall -- Texans do not want you," George was told as his past brushes with…
The Mary Sue · Feb 10 Democrats add another Donald Trump district to their name One by one, all the states in which Donald Trump had secured significant votes during the 2024 elections, leading to him becoming the President of the United States in 2025, are coming under the control of Democrats. This is despite him and the Republicans actively endorsing the individuals representing their…
The Texas Tribune · Feb 10 Houston-area developer Colony Ridge reaches $68 million settlement with Texas, feds The agreement seeks to remedy a variety of concerns raised by government officials, who accused the development’s owners of targeting Latino homebuyers with predatory loans and false promises.
Roll Call · Feb 10 Voter ID bill up next in the House, with Senate future uncertain Republicans are weighing how far to take their election-year push on voter ID — and whether to tighten federal control over elections in the first place.
Roll Call · Feb 10 How the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks explain the 2026 midterms The Seattle Seahawks' roster reveals a neat overlay between hometowns and college towns and key battleground states and districts.
The Guardian - US · Feb 10 Republican House bill guts laws protecting US consumers from toxic chemicals Bill limits type of science used to determine health risks and gives industry major role in chemical review process
We Got This Covered · Feb 10 Trump has $300 million to save the GOP this midterms, but a source claims he just doesn’t care He's reportedly checked out, and Republicans are getting nervous.