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The House has voted to pass a debt ceiling bill. Here’s what’s in it.: With just days to spare, the House has approved a bill that will avert a financial crisis.
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Chick-fil-A “woke” controversy: Why conservatives are calling for boycotts: Right-wing commentators seem to think the restaurant is “woke” after realizing it has ...
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The House has voted to pass a debt ceiling bill. Here’s what’s in it.: With just days to spare, the House has approved a bill that will avert a financial crisis.
vox.com/politics/2023/5/31/23744457/us-debt-ceiling-vote-deal-2023
Chick-fil-A “woke” controversy: Why conservatives are calling for boycotts: Right-wing commentators seem to think the restaurant is “woke” after realizing it has ...
vox.com/politics/2023/5/31/23742373/chick-fil-a-boycott-controversy-conservative-backlash
Ronna McDaniel out at NBC News following backlash: Her hiring set off a rare on-air protest from the network's top talent.
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Quick Glance: NBC ends association with former RNC head Ronna McDaniel
- NBC News severed ties with former Republican National Committee chief Ronna McDaniel on Tuesday, shortly after bringing her on board as a political contributor on air.
- The decision came in response to a strong backlash from some of the network's journalists and commentators.
- McDaniel learned about her job termination through media reports rather than directly from NBC.
- The hiring and subsequent swift termination of McDaniel sparked public protests within the NBC network and beyond.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski not ruling out splitting with GOP: "I am navigating my way through some very interesting political times, so let's just leave it at that ...
axios.com/2024/03/24/lisa-murkowski-gop-exit-trump
House Republicans invite President Biden to testify at public hearing as impeachment inquiry stalls
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Some Republicans who supported Nikki Haley are still refusing to back Donald Trump
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Chick-fil-A Shifts Its ‘No Antibiotic’ Chicken Policy: The fast food restaurant chain will continue to bar the use of antibiotics used to treat people but will ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/25/business/chick-fil-a-antibiotic-chicken.html
Trump lashes out at N.Y. judge who issued gag order in hush money case: The presumptive GOP presidential nominee on the gag order against him: "illegal ...
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Quick Glance: Restriction on Statements in New York Criminal Case against Trump
- A judge imposes a restriction on statements about Trump in the New York criminal case involving hush money.
- Public comments on witnesses and court staff are prohibited.
- The necessity of silence around Trump is emphasized due to his attacks on involved parties.
- Trump faces multiple charges, pleads not guilty, and alleges political motivations behind the cases.
Chick-fil-A’s Chicken Will No Longer Be Antibiotic-Free—Here’s What That Means: Chick-fil-A will start serving chicken raised with certain antibiotics this ...
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"We must make America pray again:" Trump now selling Bibles: The former president launched a high-top sneaker last month
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Quick Glance: Trump Initiates Bible Sales During Political Campaign
- As he gears up for a White House comeback, Donald Trump has commenced selling Bibles.
- In a video on his Truth Social platform, Trump encouraged his supporters to purchase the 'God Bless the USA Bible' inspired by Lee Greenwood.
- Selling Bibles is just the latest commercial venture Trump has undertaken during his campaign.
- A spokesperson for Trump and the God Bless the USA Bible did not immediately respond to inquiries about the licensing agreement.
Georgia Republican Party official voted illegally nine times, judge rules
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Quick Glance: Trump Attorney Challenges Georgia Charges
- Former President Trump's attorneys argued that the charges in Georgia target core political speech and urged the judge to dismiss them under the First Amendment before the trial.
- Trump contested the November 2020 election results, alleging fraud, and faces accusations of attempting to subvert Georgia's election results to stay in power.
- Trump, along with allies, faces 10 charges in Georgia related to the election, with his attorney pressing a First Amendment defense while other defendants like David Shafer also challenge their charges.
- McAfee presided over the hearing, where various legal arguments were presented, including challenges to the indictment's language regarding Shafer's involvement in sending alternate electors and Trump's alleged false votes.
Democrats ramp up attacks on RFK Jr.: ‘He should be ashamed of himself’: Democrats are stepping up their criticism of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. after he announced ...
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Quick Glance: RFK Jr. selects attorney Nicole Shanahan as his VP candidate
- Independent presidential hopeful, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., revealed on Tuesday that Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy attorney and entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area, is joining his campaign as his vice presidential candidate.
- Shanahan has been actively contributing to Kennedy's campaign and his super PAC, solidifying her position as a potential vice presidential candidate.
- Additionally, Shanahan has established a foundation advocating for issues such as reproductive longevity and equality, criminal justice reform, and a sustainable planet.
- Kennedy has a strong emphasis on anti-vaccine efforts and has incorporated anti-vaccine activists into his campaign team to bolster his stance on the matter.
Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene files motion to oust Speaker Johnson over budget vote
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Quick Glance: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Moves to Oust Speaker Mike Johnson
- Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene filed a motion to oust Speaker Mike Johnson, refraining from forcing an immediate vote on his removal.
- The motion was submitted as the House voted to prevent a government shutdown.
- The motion requires a simple majority vote to remove the speaker and won't be addressed until after the House returns on April 9.
- Some Republican members opposed removing Johnson as speaker due to concerns about potentially ending up with a Democratic speaker.
Democrats fear Trump more than Biden scares GOP: Poll: More Democrats fear former President Trump being reelected than Republicans fear President Biden’s ...
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Pregnant Chick-fil-A manager killed in crash with prison transport van before baby shower
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Rep. Mike Gallagher says he's resigning early, leaving House Republicans with thinnest of majorities
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Quick Glance: Republican Mike Gallagher to Resign Early, Impacting House Majority
- Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher from Wisconsin, who previously announced he would not seek re-election, will resign from Congress early.
- Gallagher's early resignation deals another blow to Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republicans who have faced struggles in governing and demonstrating stability during this Congress.
- His decision to depart on April 19 also means there will not be a special election to fill his seat, following state law procedures for vacancies after the second Tuesday in April.
- Gallagher, an Iraq war veteran and chairman of the committee investigating the Chinese Communist Party, has chosen to resign early despite his frustrations with his own party.
Trump unable to post $450M bond in New York fraud case, his lawyers say: Trump's lawyers say they've approached 30 companies through four brokers and none will ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Struggles with Bail and Frustration Grows
- Donald Trump and some members of his inner circle are frustrated by the prospect of him failing to post the $464 million civil fraud penalty by Monday's deadline.
- Trump is urgently seeking campaign funds and potential guarantors for his bail to prevent New York Attorney General Letitia James from seizing his assets.
- Trump's defense team is considering options to challenge the judgment without posting bail and speculating on the impact of asset seizure on his campaign.
- Despite concerns from his team regarding bail, Trump's campaign is leveraging the situation to mobilize supporters and reinforce the perception of unfair treatment by the justice system.
Senate to get impeachment articles against Mayorkas on April 10: The Democrat-led Senate is expected to quickly dismiss the impeachment case.
axios.com/2024/03/28/speaker-johnson-impeachment-articles-mayorkas-senate
A day after bridge collapse, Republicans are blaming Dems, floating unfounded and sometimes racist theories
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/03/27/politics-baltimore-bridge-collapse-republican-conspiracy/
Quick Glance: Survivors of Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Workers in Their Cars
- Julio Cervantes survived bridge collapse, others missing or dead
- Construction workers were in their cars when ship hit bridge
- Two bodies found, four missing, presumed dead
- President Biden promises bridge reconstruction
Republican-passed bill removes role of Democratic governor if Senate vacancy occurs in Kentucky
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Many GOP billionaires balked at Jan. 6. They’re coming back to Trump.: Elite donors are rediscovering their affinity for the former president over taxes — even ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/03/29/trump-billionaires-gop-donors/
House Speaker Mike Johnson is committed to advancing Ukraine aid. But it will be a difficult task
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Quick Glance: House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Difficult Task
- House Speaker Mike Johnson has been contemplating a funding package for over a month that would send desperately needed ammunition and weaponry to Ukraine.
- Johnson is facing dilemmas in Congress about how to handle funding for Ukraine and how decisively to act while his own leadership position is being threatened.
- There is growing support for the funding package proposed by Johnson, despite challenges from hardliners within the House party and concerns about Israel's offensive.
- The mood in Kyiv is tense as the city withstands missile attacks and awaits approval of aid from Washington.
Lifelong GOP Voter Makes Stunning Admission on CNN: ‘Hillary Was Right’: “This election is a referendum on freedom and democracy at this point,” said Texas Trey ...
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Senate passes $1.2 trillion funding package, ending threat of partial shutdown: The Senate has passed a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills that pushes any ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Signs $1.2 Trillion Funding Legislation
- The Senate approved the bill after facing hours of deadlock on funding for most of the government for the upcoming six months.
- President Joe Biden officially endorsed a $1.2 trillion spending package following the United States Congress's recent passage of the overdue legislation, thus eliminating the risk of a partial government shutdown.
- As per reports from the White House, Biden finalized the legislation at his residence in Wilmington, Delaware. The Senate, under Democratic leadership, voted 74-24 shortly after the funding lapsed for three-quarters of the government at midnight.
Former Vice President Mike Pence says he's not endorsing Trump: Former Vice President Mike Pence says he will not be backing Donald Trump in the 2024 election ...
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Quick Glance: Mike Pence Rejects Trump's Endorsement
- Mike Pence says he will not be endorsing Donald Trump in the 2024 election.
- This marks the end of a metamorphosis for Pence, who had long been seen as one of Trump's most loyal defenders but broke with his two-time running mate by refusing to go along with Trump's unconstitutional scheme after he lost the 2020 election.
- Pence made it clear that he had serious reservations about Trump's actions and policy stances, leading to his decision not to endorse Trump in this campaign.
- While Pence declined to say whom he would be voting for, he emphasized that it wouldn't be Biden, stating that he is a Republican and would never vote for Joe Biden.
Tennessee politicians strip historically Black university of its board: Tennessee’s governor has named a whole new board of trustees to the state’s only publicly ...
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Lara Trump on 2020 election: ‘I think we’re past that’: Lara Trump thinks the Republican Party is past disputing the 2020 presidential election ...
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Katie Britt used dated example of rapes in Mexico to attack Biden border policy: The Republican senator who gave the party’s response to President Joe Biden’s ...
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GOP Rep. James Comer doubles down on shift from Biden impeachment to criminal referrals
axios.com/2024/03/25/james-comer-biden-impeachment-criminal-referrals
Republicans threaten to hold AG Merrick Garland in contempt over Joe Biden documents case
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Quick Glance: Republicans Threaten AG Garland Over Biden Documents Case
- House Republicans threatened to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress if he did not turn over unredacted materials related to the special counsel probe into President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents.
- Reps. James Comer and Jim Jordan demanded Garland comply with the subpoena by providing the unredacted audio and transcripts of Hur’s hourslong interviews with Biden and his ghostwriter by April 8.
- The Justice Department emphasized its transparency with Congress throughout the process in response to the letter from the Republican chairmen.
- There are major differences between the two probes: Biden returned the documents and cooperated with the investigation, while Trump is accused of concealing documents from the government and seeking to destroy potentially incriminating evidence.
Alabama Democrat flips state House seat after campaigning on IVF and abortion access
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Quick Glance: IVF Ruling and Abortion Debate in Alabama Election
- As the Alabama election approaches, candidates focus on abortion and in vitro fertilization (IVF), with Republicans reinforcing support for IVF and Democrats opposing abortion restrictions.
- Democrats strategically highlight reproductive issues post Roe v. Wade overturn, viewing the Alabama race as a pivotal test for their stance on abortion.
- Despite voter resonance on reproductive issues, the election outcome is not expected to significantly alter Republican dominance in the state legislature, but would symbolically mark a notable win for Democrats.
- The stark divide in candidate strategies underscores the ongoing debate over reproductive rights, shaping the battleground district's electoral landscape with high stakes for both parties.
Trump slow to invest in states that could decide election as some in GOP fear 'skeleton' campaign
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Quick Glance: Limited Trump Investment Contrasts Biden's General Election Infrastructure
- Trump has made limited investments in the general election in Michigan, while Biden has increased his presence in battleground states.
- Biden has already opened 100 new offices and added over 350 new staffers in swing states.
- The Trump campaign lacks significant general election infrastructure compared to Biden.
- There is uncertainty surrounding Trump's team rewriting the 2024 battleground-state strategy.
Senate GOP cautions Trump on 15-week national abortion ban: Senate Republicans are warning former President Trump that restrictions on abortion should be left to ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4555080-senate-gop-trump-abortion/
Trump-backed GOP leaders call for embrace of early and mail-in voting even as former president continues to cast doubt
cnn.com/2024/03/28/politics/gop-trump-early-voting-mail-in/
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Trump’s Bibles and the evolution of his messianic message: Few politicians have commanded the loyalty of the religious right like Trump has.
axios.com/2024/03/28/trump-bibles-christianity-easter
Vowing the U.S. Will ‘Do Our Job,’ Johnson Searches for a Path on Ukraine: The Republican speaker, with his job on the line, has privately told people he would ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/25/us/politics/speaker-mike-johnson-ukraine.html
Quick Glance: Johnson Seeks Path on Ukraine Aid
- The Republican speaker has privately discussed ensuring House assistance to Ukraine, despite opposition within his party.
- Johnson has expressed a personal desire to send aid to Ukraine, even though he has voted against it in the past.
- At a private meeting in New Jersey, Johnson emphasized the importance of American aid to Kyiv, despite facing strong opposition within his party.
- The challenge for Johnson is to find a way to provide aid to Ukraine without angering the growing isolationist faction of his party.
Donald Trump Is Not the Victim of ‘Lawfare.’ He’s a Crook.: Republicans claim Donald Trump’s legal problems are the result of ‘lawfare,’ their term for alleged ...
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Republicans livid as chaos threatens to cannibalize House majority: Dysfunction doesn't even begin to cover it.
axios.com/2024/03/23/house-republicans-chaos-majority-motion-vacate
NY Republican says House could ‘end up having a Speaker Hakeem Jeffries’ as GOP majority narrows
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Va. Gov. Youngkin arrived like a GOP star, but arena failure clouds legacy: The Republican parlayed business success into the Governor’s Mansion ...
washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/03/28/virginia-youngkin-wizards-arena-legacy/
Quick Glance: Youngkin signs 2 gun control measures in Virginia
- Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed an assault weapons ban passed by the state Legislature and instead signed two more limited gun regulations into law.
- Youngkin signed laws banning gun trigger switches that can make firearms fire automatically and allowing criminal charges against parents who allow children access to weapons deemed threats.
- While praised by gun control activists, they urge him to do more, emphasizing that the work does not stop here.
- The signing of the two gun control bills by Youngkin is seen as a step in the right direction, showing that America's gun violence crisis does not have to be accepted as inevitable.
Hunter Biden's bid to dismiss tax charges met with skepticism by Trump-appointed judge
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Quick Glance: Hunter Biden to Challenge Tax Charges as Politically Motivated
- Hunter Biden, son of U.S. President Joe Biden, unexpectedly appears at a House Oversight Committee meeting to vote on contempt of Congress charges.
- A U.S. judge expresses skepticism towards Hunter Biden's attempt to dismiss his tax evasion case on the grounds of political targeting.
- The judge questions the evidence of political pressure and doubts the influence of two IRS agents on the prosecution's decision.
- Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to tax evasion charges and faces two separate criminal cases, one involving alleged illegal gun purchase while using drugs.
Trump, Republicans Facing a Cash Crunch Heading Into Election: This is Washington Edition, the newsletter about money, power and politics in the nation’s capital ...
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Republican committee to select Buck's likely replacement, adding a challenge to Boebert's campaign
apnews.com/article/lauren-boebert-election-2024-primary-colorado-congress-4f63a797ca66af5e0217fb0901b7d016
US election campaign: Biden gains in the polls - even in contested states: Voter polls have been rather frustrating for Joe Biden recently. But now there are ...
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The revamped Republican Party turns Trump’s lies into a loyalty test: Asking potential employees if the 2020 election was stolen is a possible preview of a ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/03/27/trump-2020-election-question/
The cosmic ineptitude of House Republicans’ Biden impeachment inquiry: The Republican majority on the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability are proving ...
thehill.com/opinion/congress-blog/4554133-the-cosmic-ineptitude-of-house-republicans-biden-impeachment-inquiry/
Donald Trump's Lack of Rallies Draws Scrutiny: The former president has no planned campaign events and has held only one since he became the presumptive 2024 GOP ...
newsweek.com/donald-trump-rallies-2024-campaign-biden-1883682
Rubio links ISIS threat to US border after Moscow attack: Florida GOP Sen. Marco Rubio on Sunday drew a connection between the deadly ISIS attack on a Moscow ...
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Georgia GOP Official Who Whined About Stolen Election Voted Illegally Nine Times: Brian Pritchard, who hosts a conservative talk show, was accused of illegally ...
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The House GOP thought it was moving past internal drama. Then more showed up.: Republicans thought threats to oust the speaker had largely subsided after many ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/03/27/house-gop-thought-it-was-moving-past-internal-drama-then-more-showed-up/
Buck: Congress is a "dysfunctional place" and he's "happy to move on"
axios.com/2024/03/24/ken-buck-republican-party-congress
GOP Rep. Tim Burchett Sued For Falsely Claiming Man Was Chiefs’ Parade Shooter, ‘Illegal Alien’
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Quick Glance: Tim Burchett Faces Defamation Lawsuit Over Chiefs Parade Shooter Post
- Denton Loudermill Jr. filed the defamation lawsuit against Rep. Tim Burchett for incorrectly identifying him as one of the shooters at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade.
- The plaintiff claims he suffered damages due to false representations made by Burchett on his personal social media account.
- The lawsuit seeks a jury trial and damages for spreading falsehoods under a law in Kansas.
- Burchett removed the post in question, admitting he misidentified Loudermill as an undocumented immigrant while still implying Loudermill was one of the shooters.
Donald Trump triumphs: How the ex-president multiplies his money: People keep saying that Donald Trump is on the verge of bankruptcy. In fact ...
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Judge Says Matt Gaetz and Marjorie Taylor Greene Can Sue Cities For Canceled Rally
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Liz Cheney says US can't 'survive' another Trump presidency during Drake speech: Former U.S. Rep. Liz Cheney said the future of the country's democracy hinges on ...
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Alabama governor signs law banning diversity programs in schools: Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed into law on Wednesday a ban on diversity ...
reuters.com/world/us/alabama-governor-signs-law-banning-diversity-programs-schools-2024-03-21/
Trump to hold Wisconsin rally on April 2: Former President Trump will hold a rally in the battleground state of Wisconsin next week in one of his first major ...
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Santos says he’s leaving GOP, will run as independent in New York House race: Former Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) announced online Friday that he is leaving the ...
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Quick Glance: George Santos Leaves the Republicans
- George Santos announced he would no longer seek the Republican line in a House race on Long Island and planned to run as an independent.
- His declaration could, in theory, have an effect on the House race in the First Congressional District on eastern Long Island, where he had intended to mount a primary challenge against Representative Nick LaLota.
- Neither Nick LaLota nor Jesse Garcia seemed particularly concerned by Mr. Santos's threat.
- George Santos was expelled from office in December by a rare two-thirds majority of his colleagues, after a House Ethics Committee report found that he had brazenly stolen from his campaign and used the money to buy Botox and luxury goods.
Video of Biden effigy beating prompts calls for Kansas GOP leaders to resign: Two top Kansas Republican Party officials are facing internal calls to resign over ...
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Quick Glance: Calls for Resignation After Biden Effigy Incident in Kansas
- Following a viral online video depicting individuals at a fundraiser kicking and hitting a mannequin wearing a mask of President Joe Biden, two prominent Kansas Republican Party officials are now facing internal demands to step down.
- The clash between Brown and Kuckelman reflects the division within the national GOP between the most fervent supporters of former President Donald Trump, who endorse conspiracy theories, and its more established faction, including former Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel.
- The situation in Kansas unfolded after Trump's campaign rhetoric took a more violent turn. Last autumn, he proposed that immediate shooting should be done for shoplifters.
- Governor Kelly emphasized the need for Americans to make political discourse less contentious based on the video of the Biden effigy, highlighting the already significant decline in political discourse.
Appearance in Ohio: Trump irritates with “bloodbath” remark in campaign speech: Provocations and incitement are part of Donald Trump's standard repertoire ...
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Quick Glance: Trump's Controversial Campaign Speech in Ohio
- Former US President Donald Trump warned of a potential 'bloodbath' if he is not re-elected during a speech in Ohio.
- Trump's remarks stemmed from alleged Chinese plans to build cars in Mexico and sell them in the US, leading to his controversial statement.
- Biden's campaign team promptly responded to Trump's comments, accusing him of inciting political violence while rejecting his extremist views.
- Further controversial statements by Trump regarding migrants and the upcoming presidential election on November 5 were also discussed, with Biden being labeled as the 'worst president'.
Elon Musk says the US needs a 'red wave' to save it: "I voted 100% Dem until a few years ago. Now, I think we need a red wave or America is toast ...
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No matter the cost, it’s time for Coach Cal to go | Opinion
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Criminal referrals create new headaches for GOP impeachment investigators: Republicans are weighing criminal referrals to the Justice Department instead of ...
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Speaker Johnson says he plans to invite Netanyahu to address the US Congress: House Speaker Mike Johnson says he plans to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ...
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Why the tables turned, leaving conservatives as loser in spending fight: The tables have turned for House conservatives. Six months ago, emboldened by a new GOP ...
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White House criticizes GOP over funding provision that effectively bans Pride flags over US embassies
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Newsmax host tells Jim Jordan: Biden impeachment ‘not going anywhere’: Newsmax host Rob Finnerty pressed Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) on the House GOP impeachment ...
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Taylor-Greene vs. Johnson: Republican could plunge US Congress into chaos: The next drama is brewing in Washington. Mike Johnson, Speaker of the House of ...
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Trump 2024: Messianic messaging, a GOP transformed and RFK Jr’s impact: How the Republican party has changed over the last decade
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Baltimore mayor says critics ‘don’t have the courage to say the N-word’: Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott (D) has accused his critics of racism after many labeled ...
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GOP plans for Medicaid cuts could face backlash: Trump's been notably silent on Medicaid as his party eyes big cuts to the safety-net program.
axios.com/2024/03/28/republican-cut-medicaid-trump
Joe Lieberman, 2000 vice presidential nominee, dies at 82: He was the first Jewish American to be nominated on a major party’s ticket.
politico.com/news/2024/03/27/joe-lieberman-2000-vice-presidential-nominee-obit-033980
Quick Glance: Joe Lieberman, Former US Senator and Vice Presidential Candidate, Passes Away at 82
- Former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman from Connecticut, who came close to winning the vice presidency on the Democratic ticket with Al Gore in the disputed 2000 election and nearly became running mate to Republican John McCain eight years later, has passed away.
- Lieberman passed away in New York City as a result of complications following a fall.
- His advocacy for issues such as gay rights, civil rights, abortion rights, and environmental causes often earned him praise from many liberals, despite causing discontent among Democrats due to his independent stance and provocations towards Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama during the 2008 campaign.
- Renowned for his firm foreign policy perspectives, pro-defense inclinations, and robust support for environmental matters, Lieberman was instrumental in the legislative efforts leading to the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security.
Investor in TikTok’s Parent Company Owned Shares in Trump Media Merger Partner: NYT
thedailybeast.com/investor-in-tiktoks-parent-company-owned-shares-in-trump-media-merger-partner-nyt
Quick Glance: Appeals Court Decision Reduces Trump's Bond in Fraud Case
- In the New York civil fraud case, it was determined that Donald Trump and his co-defendants now have 10 days to post a $175 million bond, compared to the original $464 million.
- The late ruling from a panel of state Appellate Division judges, all appointed by Democratic governors, represents a significant victory and relief for the former president.
- Trump's legal team had previously stated that obtaining the larger bond was practically impossible. The court's decision also temporarily prevents the New York Attorney General's office from enforcing the judgment.
- Additionally, the court imposed a stay on the part of the initial judgment that restricted Trump from acting as a public officer of a company, as well as prohibitions on other individuals, although not all of Trump's requests were granted.
Trump and Tom Emmer bury the hatchet with Mar-a-Lago fundraiser: Trump on Wednesday attended a fundraiser hosted by Emmer at Mar-a-Lago
axios.com/2024/03/28/trump-tom-emmer-fundraiser-mar-a-lago
Biden's border "nuclear option" is still on the table: "The bullet's in the chamber."
axios.com/2024/03/24/biden-border-executive-action-immigration-2024-election
At House impeachment inquiry hearing, key witness Lev Parnas blasts Republicans for pushing 'falsehoods' - UPI.com
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Quick Glance: Parnas Accuses GOP Representative During Hearing of Working on Behalf of Russia
- Lev Parnas, a former aide to Rudy Giuliani who was convicted, named members of Congress on Wednesday whom he claimed were acting on behalf of Russia by attempting to uncover 'dirt' on President Biden during his 2020 campaign.
- During a GOP-led House Oversight and Accountability Committee hearing titled 'Influence Peddling: Examining Joe Biden’s Abuse of Public Office,' Parnas identified Sen. Ron Johnson (Republican from Wisconsin) and Rep. Pete Sessions (Republican from Texas) as collaborators in their efforts during his testimony.
- The accusation arose in response to ranking member Rep. Jamie Raskin (Democrat from Maryland), inquiring how Parnas and Giuliani managed to promote and amplify 'these false allegations, peddled by corrupt officials and Russian agents, here in the United States, in our political system.'
- Parnas, selected as a witness by the Democrats, was indicted on fraud and campaign finance crimes, receiving a 20-month prison sentence in 2022. Since his release last September, Parnas has opposed Republican attempts to disseminate the narrative that President Biden's actions in Ukraine were to benefit his son, Hunter Biden.
House GOP 'Imploding' as Gallagher Resigns and Greene Moves to Oust Speaker
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House wracked by dysfunction as members plot exits: "Most all of us are contemplating leaving," one House Republican said.
axios.com/2024/03/27/house-members-retiring-quitting-productivity
Linda Bean, L.L. Bean Heiress and Big-Time Trump Donor, Dies at 82: Bean’s unwavering support for Donald Trump caused some groups to boycott L.L ...
thedailybeast.com/linda-bean-ll-bean-heiress-and-big-time-gop-activist-dies-at-82
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Donald Trump: Billionaires collect money for bail payment: To support Donald Trump with his bail payment, some US billionaires are apparently opening their ...
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Polemics against Democratic voters: Trump outraged with statements about "Jews who hate Israel"
spiegel.de/ausland/donald-trump-empoert-mit-aussagen-ueber-juden-die-israel-hassen-a-8fc44ee0-61c2-4959-982a-4dba7596e168
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