GOP Senator Warns Trump Faces Miserable Two Years
#GOP #MidtermsOutgoing GOP Sen. John Cornyn warns Trump faces “the most miserable two years of his life” if Democrats win midterms, calling it a “disaster” for the party. Cornyn criticizes Trump’s demand for “slavish” loyalty after losing primary to Trump-backed Ken Paxton. read more
Trump redistricting plan suffers double defeat
#Redistricting #GOPSouth Carolina’s GOP-led Senate rejected a Trump-backed redistricting plan to redraw congressional maps, citing ongoing primaries. A federal court also blocked Alabama’s Republican map for racial discrimination. The setbacks challenge GOP efforts to gain House seats before November midterms. read more
Trump Posts 3-Month-Old Paper Amid Senate Revolt
#Trump #GOPTrump shared a three-month-old New York Post front page celebrating his State of the Union address, hours after Senate Republicans revolted against his $1.8B "slush fund." The late-night post also included swipes at Stephen Colbert and media. read more
GOP senators stall Trump immigration funding amid discord
#GOP #ImmigrationPolicySenate Republicans delay immigration funding amid discord over Trump's $1.8 billion "Anti-Weaponization" fund and White House ballroom costs. DNC releases incomplete 2024 election autopsy. Hurricane season forecast predicts 8-14 storms. Abortion ad spending declines as cost-of-living concerns dominate. read more
Poll: 37% of GOP voters want new direction from Trump
#GOP #TrumpPollA new poll reveals 37% of GOP voters want a 2028 candidate different from Trump. Among Republican-leaning independents, 55% oppose his leadership. Many question the Iran war's cost, with 43% deeming it worthwhile. read more
Cassidy walks tightrope in Kennedy hearing
#GOP #VaccinePolicySenator Bill Cassidy faces a political dilemma, balancing oversight of Health Secretary RFK Jr. on vaccines while avoiding conflict with Trump, who endorsed his primary challenger. Cassidy's survival hinges on Trump's declining approval. read more
Greene Urges GOP to Burn to the Ground
#USPolitics #GOPMarjorie Taylor Greene, a former Trump ally, says the Republican Party must "burn to the ground." She criticizes it as a Trump "cult" overly loyal to Israel and calls for a new populist coalition to replace it. read more
Republican Rep. Storms Out After Misgendering Trans Colleague in Hearing
#GOP #TransgenderRightsA Republican representative storms out of a hearing after being called out for misgendering Democratic congresswoman Sarah McBride. The incident reveals ongoing GOP attacks on transgender rights and misgendering incidents towards McBride, sparking controversy in US politics. read more
House Passes Trump-Backed Budget Bill with Deep Cuts to Safety Net
#GOP #socialsafetynetThe House passes a Trump-backed budget bill to cut America's social safety net, focusing on government "waste" and blaming federal workers and the poor. The GOP plan diverts funds to defense instead of economic improvements, with restrictions on benefits proposed. read more
Republican House leaders advise lawmakers to skip contentious town halls
#GOP #townhallmeetingGOP House leaders have advised lawmakers facing angry constituents at town hall meetings to skip the events or switch to tele-town halls. Furious voters voice concerns about President Trump and Elon Musk. Republicans are urged to avoid public confrontations amid widespread complaints and protests. read more
Republican Congressman Faces Hostile Crowd Over Trump's Government Cutbacks
#GOP #firedworkersGOP congressman Mark Alford faced backlash at a Missouri town hall, telling fired federal workers that "God has a plan." Anger at Trump's policies and Elon Musk's influence was evident in similar town halls across the U.S., hinting at growing frustration. read more
GOP 2028 Successors: Who Will Carry Trump's Legacy?
#GOP #MAGADonald Trump is not eyeing JD Vance as his successor for the GOP crown in 2028. Vance, despite Trump's endorsement, lacks Trump's full support. Trump may consider running again, or his son, Donald Trump Jr., could be a potential contender. read more
Trump administration explores using Defense funds for mass deportation efforts
#GOP #DeportationEffortsThe GOP is considering diverting Defense Department funding to support Trump's plans for mass deportations. The plan includes hiring civilian companies to expand detention facilities and increase deportation flights. Trump's promise to deport "millions and millions" may not be feasible within a year. read more
"Republican Lawmaker Questions DEI in Aviation After Deadly Collision"
#DEI #GOPRep. Andy Ogles questions if diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives were a factor in the deadly D.C. plane crash, suggesting they may have played a role. The lawmaker's statement aligns with larger GOP efforts to blame disasters on DEI. read more
NH Governor Chris Sununu: Trump has not permanently changed GOP
#GOP #DonaldTrumpGOP Senator claims Trump has not permanently changed the party, stating there is no "Trump-lite." New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu, a moderate Republican, believes the GOP remains a spectrum of conservatives and does not foresee Trump's influence lasting. read more
GOP Members Criticize Speaker Johnson's Handling of Spending Bill
#GOP #USPoliticsSpeaker Mike Johnson faces potential challengers in the new year within the GOP due to dissatisfaction over his handling of a stop-gap bill to fund the federal government. Some Republicans, including Thomas Massie, are critical, leading to discussions of alternative leaders. read more
"Five GOP Senators Pose Challenge to Trump's Nominees in Senate"
#GOP #SenateConfirmationRepublican senators Murkowski, Collins, Curtis, McConnell, and Tillis may pose a challenge to Trump's nominees and agenda. The confirmation of his appointees requires approval from the GOP-controlled Senate, potentially hindering Trump's plans. read more
Republican lawmaker questions State Department's post-election therapy sessions
#GOP #USpoliticsRepublican Representative Darrell Issa accuses the State Department of offering therapy sessions to employees after Trump's election win, questioning if it catered to those upset by the election results. Issa requests information from Secretary Antony Blinken. read more
GOP Senators Push for Vetting of Troublesome Trump Cabinet Nominees
#GOP #TrumpCabinetSome GOP senators wish other controversial Trump cabinet nominees would follow Gaetz’s lead amid sexual misconduct allegations. Focus now shifts to Hegseth, Kennedy Jr, and McMahon. Allegations include sexual assault and enabling abuse. read more
Senator defends Hegseth in sexual assault case against nominee.
#GOP #SexualAssaultSenator Markwayne Mullin defends Donald Trump’s defense secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, in a sexual assault allegation, claiming that the woman involved was the aggressor. The police report from the incident revealed conflicting accounts, with Hegseth maintaining the encounter was consensual. read more
Republican Shift: Support for Health, Sports, and Selective Speech
#GOP #PoliticalFlipFlopRepublicans have shifted their stance on issues, endorsing RFK Jr.'s 'Make America Healthy Again' movement after Trump's presidency. They also embrace the 'Trump dance' in sports, support for free speech, and have displayed hypocrisy by loving what they once loathed. read more
Republicans Sweep Congress, Solidifying Unified Government With Trump
#GOP #USpoliticsRepublicans have gained control of both houses of Congress in the US, giving them more power and fewer checks on President-elect Trump. Despite some Democratic wins, the GOP's majority will enable them to advance their agenda. read more
GOP Shifts Stance, Embraces Early Voting Post-Trump Victory
#GOP #EarlyVotingFollowing Donald Trump’s win, GOP members are now endorsing early voting, a practice traditionally dominated by Democrats. Despite prior criticism of early voting, prominent Republicans are now advocating for its increase, with hopes that it will become a standard feature of future GOP campaigns. read more
GOP Operative Arrested for Cyberstalking After Alleged Antisemitic Posts
#GOP #cyberstalkingFormer GOP operative Jennifer Sloan Rachmuth, facing cyberstalking charges for covertly photographing a supermarket employee in a keffiyeh, blames Democrats for her arrest. She alleged the arrest was improper and plans to fight it, with ties to North Carolina politics. read more
Tensions Emerge in Idaho as State Senator Tells Native Candidate to "Go Back"
#GOP #racismGOP State Senator Dan Foreman reportedly told a Native American Democratic candidate to "go back to where you came from" and stormed out of an Idaho event, leading to accusations of racism and a denial from Foreman. read more
Liz Cheney Proposes New Conservative Party Amid Republican Party Concerns
#conservatives #GOPFormer Republican Liz Cheney suggests that conservatives may need to establish a new political party as the GOP has been "corrupted" by Trump. Cheney expresses skepticism about the Republican Party's survival and calls for a shift in American politics. read more
Former GOP Officials Endorse Kamala Harris Over Trump in Scathing Letter
#GOP #KamalaHarrisOver 100 former GOP officials have endorsed Kamala Harris over Donald Trump in a letter criticizing Trump's conduct. Notable signatories include former cabinet secretaries and intelligence leaders, who cite Trump's behavior and praise Harris for her stances on various issues. read more
GOP Strategist Dodges Question About False Trump Claims on Migrants
#GOP #TrumpRacismA CNN segment turned heated as a GOP strategist avoided giving a direct response about Donald Trump's debunked claims regarding Haitian immigrants. The baseless theory about migrants eating pets in Ohio was discussed, with the analyst not providing a clear answer. read more
Republicans in D.C. Silent on Trump's Controversial Debate Comments
#Trump #GOPRepublicans in DC avoid addressing Trump's racist remarks about Haitian migrants eating pets, a conspiracy theory spread by colleagues during a debate where VP Harris outshined Trump. Some evade questions, deflect, or engage in whataboutism rather than defend the indefensible. read more
Liz Cheney Endorses Kamala Harris for President Amid Trump Concerns
#LizCheney #GOPLiz Cheney, former GOP representative, endorsed Kamala Harris for president, denouncing Donald Trump. Her announcement at Duke University drew cheers from the audience, joining a growing list of Republicans voting against Trump. read more
House Republicans Release 291-Page Report Accusing Biden of Impeachable Conduct
#GOP #ImpeachmentAttemptHouse Republicans release a 291-page report accusing President Joe Biden of 'impeachable conduct', citing abuse of power and obstruction of justice but lacking evidence. They highlighted Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings but could not prove any criminality. read more
#GOP #Biden2024
Greene and Boebert celebrate Biden's 2024 exit with conspiracy theories and triumph, while top Democrats commend the president's decision. read more
#GOP #DonaldTrump
Eric Trump announces the Republican National Convention has secured enough votes to make Donald Trump the GOP's presidential nominee. Approximately 2,400 delegates will vote, with 1,125 needed for victory. read more
#GOP #TrumpReturn
Donald Trump is set to address the GOP conference, dividing Republicans who hope for unity and those who plan to boycott. Trump's visit is significant, with differing opinions among party members. read more
#GOP #Uvaldepolitics
Republican House candidate in Uvalde, Texas posts video joking about the IRA, while running against gun control advocate. The candidate, Brandon Herrera, faces backlash for his insensitive remarks, including references to British monarchy and IRA violence. read more
#GOP #ElectionResults
Republicans, including potential Trump running mates, refuse to commit to accepting the US election results. Some express concerns about fairness and constitutional issues related to the voting process, echoing past Trump claims of fraud. read more
#GOP #mailvoting
Trump initially blamed his 2020 loss on mail-in ballots, encouraging GOP voters to avoid them. However, the party is now advocating for mail voting in an attempt to gain an edge in the upcoming election, acknowledging the potential influence of this voting method. read more
#GOP #FloridaPolitics
Donald Trump has a strong hold on the GOP, especially in Florida, with his family members as state delegates. The family's involvement showcases his control over the party's state apparatus, as GOP lawmakers align in support of the former president. read more
#GOP #AntiwarActivist
GOP Congressman Mike Ezell knocked the phone out of Code Pink antiwar activist Sumer Mobarak's hand during a protest at the US Capitol about the Israel-Hamas war. The incident is under investigation by US Capitol Police. read more
#GOP #GrayWolfProtection
House Republicans led by Rep. Cliff Bentz call for the Biden administration to remove gray wolves from the Endangered Species Act due to population growth and conflicts with farmers. GOP urges delisting to allow state protections and ranchers' safety. read more