McCarthy indicates Republicans plan to investigate Jan. 6 panel

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US sanctions against Israel's military: The vote of no confidence: US takes action against a settler leader - and for the first time against a unit of the ...

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"Ungovernable": How Republicans willingly gave up their power in the House of Representatives

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Apr 21

How Johnson came to embrace Ukraine aid and defy his right flank: The day after Iran attacked Israel, House Speaker Mike Johnson was on the phone with a man who ...

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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.

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Apr 22

"Bike Bus" revolutionizes the way children go to school in the USA: Every week, physical education teacher Sam Balto organizes a so-called "Bike Bus" with which ...

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Apr 19

Lauren Boebert Gets Support for Becoming House Speaker: Representative Matt Gaetz said he believes the congresswoman would do a better job in the role than ...

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Apr 19

Former Jan. 6 panel chair seeks to strip Secret Service protection from felons: The former chair of the now-disbanded Jan. 6 committee introduced a bill Friday ...

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Apr 19

Third House Republican backs Johnson ouster: Rep. Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) announced Friday that he will co-sponsor Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s (R-Ga ...

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Apr 14

"USA should stay out": Tehran warns of counter-attacks: After the Iranian attacks on Israel, Tehran warns other countries against counter-attacks ...

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Apr 18

Greene says she doesn’t care if ‘Speaker’s office becomes a revolving door’: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) said Thursday she doesn’t care if the “Speaker’s ...

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Apr 20

Johnson temporarily dodges ouster vote as House passes foreign aid: Conservative rebels are hoping the week-long recess will build support for their pending ...

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Apr 19

GOP lawmaker blames ‘Gaetz and 7 useful idiots’ for House turmoil: Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) blamed Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and “seven useful idiots” for ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4604636-gop-rep-blames-gaetz-and-seven-useful-idiots-for-house-turmoil/

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Apr 15

McCarthy on Greene’s move to vacate Johnson: ‘I don’t think it’ll ever happen’ : Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) poured cold water on the prospect ...

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Apr 14

Escalation in the Middle East: horror after Iranian attack on Israel: It is the first direct attack in history: Iran has fired drones, cruise missiles and ...

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Apr 17

"Gender pay gap" in basketball: super-talented Caitlin Clark's salary causes outrage

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Apr 20

Kinzinger, Santorum among former lawmakers backing Johnson on Ukraine aid: A coalition of former lawmakers on Saturday sent a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson ...

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Escalation in the Middle East: Media in the USA report Israel's attack on Iran: Several drones were shot down in the Isfahan region. According to American ...

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Rep. Bennie Thompson: Remove Trump's security if he's sent to prison: As a former president, Trump is currently entitled to Secret Service protection for life.

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Apr 20

Comer denounces Greene’s motion to vacate Speaker: ‘Not the right business model’

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Apr 12

Trump backs Johnson amid Greene ouster threat: ‘He’s doing a very good job’: Former President Trump threw his support behind Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La ...

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Quick Glance: Focus on Support for Israel and Ukraine by Mike Johnson

House Speaker Mike Johnson is heavily advocating for support for Israel and Ukraine while trying to push a national security package through the House.

Johnson faces the challenge of juggling the Republican Party's divided support for Kyiv's defense while feeling the pressure to pass a comprehensive aid package for U.S. allies.

In his quest to find ways to promote funding for Ukraine, Johnson is engaging in discussions with the White House and former president Donald Trump. The divisive dynamic within the party and the urgency of the situation in Ukraine present a significant challenge for Johnson.

Johnson must craft a package that includes some policy wins for Republicans while also gaining Democratic approval. Despite concerns from some progressive Democrats regarding support for Israel, most Democratic lawmakers have rallied behind the Senate-passed package.

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Apr 08

McCarthy calls Greene ‘serious legislator’ amid Johnson ouster threat: Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) called Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4581253-mccarthy-calls-greene-serious-legislator-amid-johnson-ouster-threat/

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Apr 19

Gingrich: ‘It would be totally stupid’ to move forward with motion to oust Johnson

thehill.com/homenews/house/4604847-gingrich-johnson-motion-vacate/

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Apr 22

“Peak of absurdity”: Israel warns US against sanctions against military unit: Washington is apparently planning sanctions against an Israeli military battalion ...

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Apr 18

Mike Johnson skips nuclear option that would protect his speakership: A rules change this Congress "harmed this office and our House majority ...

axios.com/2024/04/18/mike-johnson-motion-to-vacate-rules-change

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Apr 10

McCarthy says he’s not Speaker because ‘one person’ in Congress wanted to avoid ethics complaint

thehill.com/homenews/house/4585217-mccarthy-gaetz-motion-vacate-speaker-ethics-complaint/

Quick Glance: The Controversial Rise of Matt Gaetz

Matt Gaetz is a product of his time: adept in the art of political performance and willing to blow up anything to achieve something.

Starting as an unknown freshman in Washington, he rose to become a key figure of Trumpism and now aims to run for governor.

Despite controversies and investigations, Gaetz has strengthened his alliance with the MAGA right and become a prominent voice of Trumpism.

His political strategy is based on media presence and direct engagement with Americans, earning him influence and followers.

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Apr 16

Tesla: e-car manufacturer may have to cut up to 14,000 jobs worldwide: Up to 14,000 jobs could be cut at electric car manufacturer Tesla, according to an ...

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Apr 14

Kevin McCarthy’s Rebranding Tour: The former speaker wants to shape how history remembers him — with some clever truth-bending and big omissions.

politico.com/news/magazine/2024/04/14/kevin-mccarthy-democracy-event-georgetown-00152038

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Apr 19

Jeffries: Biden not weighing in on whether Democrats should save Johnson: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said Friday the White House is not ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4605621-hakeem-jeffries-joe-biden-mike-johnson-marjorie-taylor-greene-ukraine/

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Apr 12

Jan. 6 committee chair rips Trump ‘election integrity’ event with Johnson: Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) on Friday slammed former President Trump’s upcoming ...

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4589993-jan-6-panel-chair-rips-trump-election-integrity-event-johnson/

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Apr 15

McCarthy thinks Trump is ‘gonna play Apprentice’ with VP pick: Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) predicted former President Trump would “play ...

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Apr 14

Allies support Israel: USA and Jordan shoot down drones - British send fighter jets

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Apr 13

Iran fires wave of ballistic missiles at Israel: Iran has made good on its threat and attacked Israel. Tehran had announced it would punish Israel over the ...

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Apr 22

Marjorie Taylor Greene Calls On Mike Johnson To Resign Or Be Ousted: Her remarks come shortly after the House passed a $95 billion aid package on Saturday.

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Apr 17

Republicans who voted to oust Kevin McCarthy face new ad onslaught: Three House Republicans who voted to oust former Speaker Kevin McCarthy are facing a new ...

nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/republicans-voted-oust-kevin-mccarthy-face-new-ad-onslaught-rcna148237

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Apr 18

Speaker Johnson won’t raise bar on motion to vacate rule: Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) announced Thursday that he won’t seek to raise the bar for removing a ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4603425-johnson-ouster-rule-motion-to-vacate-ukraine/

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Apr 17

Mike Johnson faces bruising forever war to hold onto his job: Johnson — facing a bruising, sooner-or-later fight to hold onto the speakership — categorically ...

axios.com/2024/04/17/mike-johnson-motion-to-vacate-mtg-speaker

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Apr 11

GOP rages over FISA as deadline inches closer: Frustrations are boiling over in the GOP conference after 19 Republicans blocked legislation to reauthorize the ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4587023-gop-rages-fisa-702/

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Apr 16

GOP tensions erupt over "destructive" Mike Johnson ouster threat: "People are mostly frustrated and angry," said one House Republican.

axios.com/2024/04/16/house-republicans-motion-to-vacate-massie-johnson

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Apr 15

Answers to hush money trial: Trump must be present, he faces years in prison: Did Donald Trump try to cover up his hush money payments to various women for ...

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Apr 18

At Johnson’s most vulnerable point yet, GOP sees potential successors jostle: Many of the speaker’s critics would prefer to air their disappointment with him ...

politico.com/news/2024/04/18/johnson-speaker-gop-successors-00153204

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Apr 21

If Trump were to become US President again, the media would be partly to blame: Self-criticism is not our thing: Michaela Haas on the role of the media in a ...

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Pelosi respects Mike Johnson and hopes Trump isn't 'his puppeteer': Mike Johnson may need to count of the support of Nancy Pelosi and other House Democrats to ...

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Apr 17

GOP rep on effort to oust Speaker Johnson: ‘I don’t know who would want the job at this point’

thehill.com/homenews/house/4601372-gop-rep-effort-oust-speaker-johnson-who-would-want-the-job-at-this-point/

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What If Mike Johnson Is Actually Good at This?: What if Mike Johnson is actually good at this?

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Apr 13

Greene threat to oust Speaker Johnson has Senate Republicans anxious: Senate Republicans are anxious and frustrated about the possibility of House conservatives ...

thehill.com/homenews/senate/4591178-greene-johnson-motion-to-vacate-senate-gop/

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Apr 09

Marjorie Taylor Greene escalates pressure on Speaker Johnson as ouster threat looms

cnn.com/2024/04/09/politics/marjorie-taylor-greene-johnson-ouster-threat/

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Apr 22

Christopher Meloni Pounces On Kevin McCarthy's Bonkers 2016 Election Claim: The "Law & Order" star joined a number of critics who weren't having it with the ...

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Apr 12

Hard-liners vow retaliation against Republicans who sank FISA warrant mandate: Hard-line conservatives are turning up the heat on their GOP colleagues who voted ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4590833-fisa-warrant-mandate-republicans-retaliation/

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Apr 17

Mike Johnson's Fundraising Numbers Spell Trouble for GOP: The speaker of the House has raised less money than his predecessor, Kevin McCarthy ...

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House Democrats Indicate How They'd Vote On Ousting Mike Johnson: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said she plans to file a motion to vacate after the speaker worked ...

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Apr 22

Kevin McCarthy's Call For Election 'Fairness' Gets Swift Pushback From Fox News Host

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Apr 14

Israel: ++ Iran fires more than 300 drones and missiles - military discusses response ++

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Apr 19

'Has to come to an end': GOP lawmaker accuses Marjorie Taylor Greene of holding Congress hostage

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Apr 09

Ken Buck knocks ‘Moscow Marjorie’ Taylor Greene: Former Rep. Ken Buck (R-Colo.) took shots at Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) on Monday ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4582430-ken-buck-knocks-moscow-marjorie-taylor-greene/

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Apr 21

Accident on Lake Erie: Woman crashes her car into birthday party - two children dead

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Apr 19

Trump trial in New York: Man sets himself on fire in front of the courthouse: While the jury for Donald Trump's hush money trial is being selected in court ...

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Apr 09

Senate GOP urges Johnson to stand up to ‘chaos caucus’: Senate Republicans are urging Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to stand up to the “chaos caucus” in the House ...

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Apr 09

Greene renews threat to Johnson’s speakership with letter to House GOP: Members of both parties have made it clear in recent weeks that they’re not interested in ...

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Apr 16

House GOP looks for reset on government funding: House Republicans are looking for a reset on government funding following the chaotic — and prolonged — spending ...

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The situation in Ukraine: USA sends thousands of confiscated weapons to Ukraine: A billion-dollar aid package for Ukraine is currently stuck in the US Congress ...

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After Tehran's attack: America defends Israel against Iran: After the Iranian attack on Israel, the American armed forces intervene in defense of their ally ...

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Apr 18

Derrick Van Orden tangles with fellow Republican Matt Gaetz over threats to oust speaker

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Apr 19

House foreign aid bills advance with Democrats' help; Johnson may still be in peril

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Apr 18

A Wild Day in the House Could Cost Speaker Mike Johnson His Job: The chamber’s most unhinged members seem poised to plunge it into chaos again.

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The situation in the Middle East: Six months after the start of the war, Israel finds itself isolated

Quick Glance: Israel’s Military Recovers Hostage's Body in Gaza Amid Cease-Fire Talks

Israel's military found the body of a 47-year-old farmer held hostage in Gaza.

The discovery renewed pressure on Israel's government to secure the release of hostages.

The U.N. warned of an imminent shameful famine in Gaza.

The destruction of hospitals in Gaza has severely impacted the health system.

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“Attack likely next week”: Washington expects Iran to attack soon: The US is actively preparing for a “significant” retaliatory strike from Iran ...

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Apr 10

The next state after Florida: Tennessee wants death penalty for child rape: In the US state of Tennessee, the Republican-dominated Senate decides to introduce ...

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PG A.M.: Marjorie Taylor Greene hesitates in call for speaker’s ouster: House Speaker Mike Johnson unveiled a plan Monday to send more military aid to Ukraine ...

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US aid to Ukraine is not just about Ukraine: Donald Trump has indicated that he could imagine the following solution to the $60 billion aid package for Kiev: ...

freitag.de/autoren/konrad-ege/mike-johnson-speaker-im-us-kongress-sucht-beim-ukraine-paket-nach-einem-ausweg

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Hamas denies agreement: Confusion over progress in Gaza negotiations: Talks about a ceasefire and the release of hostages have been stalled for weeks ...

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Apr 14

War in the Middle East: UN chief: "Middle East on the brink of the abyss": Iran had targeted two specific targets in the airstrike on Israel on Sunday night ...

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Mike Johnson Insists He’s Not Resigning as Second Republican Moves to Oust Him: Rep. Thomas Massie announced on Tuesday that he is supporting Marjorie Taylor ...

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Mace spars with Fox’s Bartiromo about ‘disgraced’ McCarthy comment: Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) got into a spat Wednesday with Fox Business host Maria Bartiromo ...

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Constitutional protector on TikTok: "Trojans" on the cell phone: A TikTok ban is being discussed in the USA. Thuringia's president for the protection of the ...

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Apr 10

Lawler slams Greene’s letter to House GOP targeting Johnson: Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) slammed fellow Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4584185-lawler-slams-greenes-letter-to-house-gop-targeting-johnson/

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Apr 09

Opinion | One Real Step Toward Transforming Congress: There’s a way to modify the motion to vacate so it avoids causing more chaos.

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How China wants to influence the US election through disinformation: A Chinese disinformation campaign is trying to influence the US election campaign online ...

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Apr 07

With razor-thin GOP margin, could House control flip to Democrats?: The question will be pressing as Congress returns next week.

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Apr 14

War in the Middle East: Israel was well prepared for the hail of bullets from Iran

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