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July 1, 2025
Trump Ally Launches "FSD PAC" to Counter Elon Musk's Political Influence
An influential supporter of President Donald Trump, James Fishback, who previously served as an adviser in the Department of Government Efficiency, announced the formation of a new super PAC on Tuesday. Named FSD PAC, which stands for F 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Senator Murkowski Battles Inner Turmoil to Vote for Contentious Megabill
In a move that echoed across the halls of Congress, Senator Lisa Murkowski, amidst significant personal conflict, cast a pivotal vote in favor of the Senate Republicans' expansive legislation, often referred to as the "big, beautiful" b 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Senate GOP Unveils Updated Draft of Key Domestic-Policy Megabill, Final Version Still in Progress
In a significant development, Senate Republicans have released an updated draft of their comprehensive domestic-policy megabill, signaling a critical phase in legislative proceedings. The 887-page document, which is available for public 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Senate Nears Compromise on Clean Energy Tax Credits in Landmark Budget Megabill
In a significant move toward clean energy policy, Senate Republicans are poised to eliminate a controversial tax on solar and wind energy projects, signaling a potential breakthrough in the budget reconciliation process. This change com 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Senate Passes Trump's Controversial Megabill in a Razor-Thin Vote After Marathon Session
In a dramatic overnight session, the Senate narrowly approved President Donald Trump's expansive legislative package, known as the "big, beautiful bill," with a 51-50 vote, Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote early Tue 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Senate Set to Vote on Critical Amendments to GOP Megabill
The Senate is gearing up for a pivotal series of votes on the GOP megabill, signaling a significant phase in legislative proceedings. Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed confidence to reporters, stating, "I believe we do" have a 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
GOP Sidelines Clean Energy Amendment as Megabill Vote Approaches
In a last-minute legislative maneuver, Senator Joni Ernst's amendment to preserve tax credits for wind and solar energy will not reach the Senate floor for a vote. The decision comes amid final adjustments to the GOP's substantial legis 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Trump Hints at Flexibility on July 4 Deadline for Congress to Pass Key Legislation
In a surprising twist, President Donald Trump indicated a potential shift in his previously firm July 4 deadline for the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, as tensions and delays persist within the Republican ranks in the Senate 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Senate Abandons Controversial Medicaid Amendment Amid Internal Dissent
Senate conservatives have quietly shelved a contentious amendment that sought to significantly reduce the federal government's contribution to Medicaid costs, a plan that was part of a broader push to trim down the national budget. The 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Texas Showdown: Cornyn Rallies With Massive Fundraising Ahead of Senate Primary Against Paxton
John Cornyn is gearing up for a formidable challenge in the Texas Senate primary, signaling he’s not ready to back down. Despite lagging in early polls, Cornyn's campaign has received a significant finan 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Colin Allred Announces Second Bid for Texas Senate Amidst a Crowded Democratic Field
Former Congressman Colin Allred is re-entering the political fray in Texas, announcing his candidacy for the U.S. Senate just eight months after a previous unsuccessful bid against Ted Cruz. In a campaign/a 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Capitol Showdown: Murkowski's Key Role in Megabill's Fate
As the clock ticks on Senate Majority Leader John Thune's ambitious legislative agenda, all eyes are on Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, whose pivotal vote could determine the fate of the sprawling legislative package dubbed the "big, 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Trump Administration Launches Aggressive Campaign to Secure Passage of Landmark Megabill
President Donald Trump and his administration are mounting an all-out effort to rally support for what the President has dubbed the "big, beautiful bill," which is currently facing hurdles in the Senate. Top officials have been vocally 👉 Full story
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July 1, 2025
Senate Rejects Collins’ Proposal to Aid Rural Hospitals and Increase Taxes on the Wealthy
The U.S. Senate has voted down an amendment proposed by Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine) designed to financially bolster rural hospitals and increase taxes on America's wealthiest individuals. The amendment was part of the larger GOP meg 👉 Full story
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June 30, 2025
Senate Megabill Faces Stiff Opposition from House Fiscal Hawks Over Budget Concerns
House fiscal hawks are raising alarms over the Senate Republicans' expansive domestic policy bill, which they argue breaches a crucial budgetary agreement aimed at controlling federal deficits. As the Senate pushes forward with what Pre 👉 Full story
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June 30, 2025
Musk Ramps Up Campaign Against Trump's Megabill, Threatens GOP Backers
Elon Musk, once a collaborator with the Trump administration, has dramatically intensified his campaign against what he deems the "Big Beautiful Bill," a contentious piece of legislation currently moving 👉 Full story
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June 30, 2025
Senate Ruling Puts Planned Parenthood Funding in Jeopardy Amid Budget Bill Battle

After years of legislative skirmishes, Republican lawmakers are poised to make a significant move against Planned Parenthood, with a recent Senate ruling signaling potential cuts to its federal funding. On Monday, Senate Parliamentarian

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June 30, 2025
House Republicans in Tumult over Senate's Medicaid Cuts as Deadline Looms
Dozens of House Republicans are currently in a state of high anxiety, attempting to counteract substantial Medicaid reductions proposed in the Senate's version of a sweeping party-line megabill, which might be approved as early as tonig 👉 Full story
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June 30, 2025
Fetterman Expresses Frustration and Urges Swift Action as Senate Vote-a-Rama Drags On
While his Democratic colleagues in the Senate painstakingly dissect the expansive GOP megabill in an enduring vote-a-rama, Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman expressed a simple, personal grievance: he just wants to return home. “Oh my 👉 Full story
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June 30, 2025
Dusty Johnson Sets Eyes on South Dakota Governor's Seat Amid Political Shifts
South Dakota's political landscape received a significant shake-up as GOP Representative Dusty Johnson officially announced his candidacy for governor on Monday. Johnson, who has been a notable figure in Congress since 2019 and chairs t 👉 Full story
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June 30, 2025
Philadelphia to See New Era as Veteran Congressman Dwight Evans Announces Retirement
Democratic Representative Dwight Evans has declared he will not seek reelection, heralding a new chapter for Philadelphia's political landscape. After a period of reflection and discussions over the past weekend, Evans, who has faced he 👉 Full story
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June 30, 2025
GOP Divisions Deepen Over Clean Energy Tax Credits in Megabill Showdown
In an unfolding drama on Capitol Hill, a group of Republican senators, led by Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), is pushing forward with amendments that could dramatically alter the fiscal landscape of a major new legislative package. Thes 👉 Full story
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June 30, 2025
Senate Republicans Advance Controversial Budget Maneuver Amid Democratic Opposition
In a pivotal session marked by fierce debate, Senate Republicans successfully defended their use of a controversial accounting method in the latest GOP megabill, dismissing a Democratic effort to challenge the tactic. By a vote of 53-47 👉 Full story
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June 30, 2025
Senate Engages in Fierce "Vote-a-rama" Over GOP Megabill Amid Controversial Accounting Debate
The Senate has commenced a grueling "vote-a-rama" session, targeting a sweeping array of amendments to the Republicans' ambitious domestic policy megabill. At the heart of the initial discussions is a contentious debate over an accounti 👉 Full story
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June 30, 2025
Capitol Showdown: Thune Faces a Crucial Vote-a-Rama Amidst Division and High Stakes
The Senate is poised for a dramatic "vote-a-rama" session that kicks off in just two hours, with the outcome hanging in the balance. Senate Majority Leader John Thune is in a precarious position as he can afford to lose only one more vo 👉 Full story
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June 29, 2025
Senator Thom Tillis Criticizes GOP Medicaid Cuts in Passionate Senate Speech
In a striking departure from party lines, Senator Thom Tillis (R-NC) delivered a fiery critique of the Republican-led megabill proposing significant Medicaid cuts, shortly after revealing his plans not to seek reelection. Addressing his 👉 Full story
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June 29, 2025
Senator Rick Scott Proposes Major Medicaid Reform in GOP Megabill
In a bold move that could reshape the future of Medicaid financing in the United States, Florida Senator Rick Scott has introduced an amendment to the sweeping GOP megabill that aims to terminate a significant Medicaid financing mechani 👉 Full story
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June 29, 2025
Senate Republicans Push Through with Controversial Budget Maneuver Amidst Fierce Opposition
Senate Republicans are poised to implement a contentious accounting strategy to neutralize much of the cost associated with their expansive domestic policy legislation. This decision came to a climax on the Senate floor late Sunday when 👉 Full story
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June 29, 2025
Marathon Reading of GOP Megabill Concludes After Exhaustive 16-Hour Session
Senate clerks have finally put down the hefty 940-page text of the GOP's proposed megabill after a continuous reading that stretched nearly 16 hours, concluding Sunday afternoon. The session, which start 👉 Full story
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June 29, 2025
White House Seeks Kentucky Senator for GOP Primary Challenge Against Rep. Thomas Massie
In a strategic move that underscores the deepening rifts within the Republican Party, the White House has set its sights on Kentucky State Sen. Aaron Reed as a potential challenger to GOP Rep. Thomas Massie in the upcoming primary elect 👉 Full story
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June 29, 2025
Silicon Valley Insider Warns Trump: Beware of Elon Musk's Unforgiving Nature
SAN FRANCISCO — Philip Low, a seasoned neuroscientist and Silicon Valley entrepreneur, recently shared a stark warning for President Donald Trump regarding Elon Musk: "He doesn’t really move on." Low, who famously ousted Musk from the a 👉 Full story
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June 29, 2025
Senator Thom Tillis Announces Retirement Amid Trump Criticism

In a move that has shaken up the political landscape, North Carolina Republican Senator Thom Tillis declared on Sunday that he will not seek re-election for a third term. Tillis, who has been a key player in some of the most contentious

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June 29, 2025
Medicaid Work Requirements Spark Controversy As Senate Debates Trump's Megabill
In a fiery exchange on NBC's "Meet the Press," Sen. Markwayne Mullin defended President Donald Trump’s expansive domestic legislation, dubbed the "Big Beautiful Bill," against claims that it would sever millions from Medicaid. According 👉 Full story
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June 29, 2025
Warner Warns: Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Could Spell Disaster for GOP Support
As the clock ticks towards a decisive July 4 deadline, President Donald Trump's ambitious legislative package, dubbed the "Big Beautiful Bill," is stirring significant controversy. Spearheaded by Republicans with an eye on overhauling t 👉 Full story
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June 29, 2025
Marco Rubio Discusses White House Roles and U.S. Strategy in Middle East on POLITICO Podcast
In a riveting session with POLITICO’s Dasha Burns, Senator Marco Rubio, currently serving an unprecedented dual role as Secretary of State and National Security Advisor, opened up about the intricate dance of diplomacy and security he i 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
Trump Signals Primary Challenge Against Senator Thom Tillis After Key Legislative Vote
President Donald Trump announced on Saturday his intention to support a primary challenger against Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina, following Tillis' decision to vote against advancing a major piece of Trump's legislative agenda. 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
Senate Republicans Navigate Internal Divisions to Advance Sweeping Policy Bill
Senate Republicans on Saturday took a significant step towards passing a comprehensive domestic policy bill, securing a narrow 51-49 vote to initiate debate on the legislation. The bill, central to President Donald Trump’s agenda for hi 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
Senate Standoff: GOP's Megabill Hangs by a Thread Amid Intense Negotiations
In a high-stakes political drama unfolding in Washington, the Senate's vote on a crucial GOP domestic-policy bill has been suspended in suspense for over two hours. With the deadline looming and the July 4 goal to land the bill on Presi 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
Tensions Peak as Senate Prepares for Crucial Vote on Trump's Megabill
Senate Republicans are gearing up for a pivotal vote on Saturday afternoon on President Donald Trump’s expansive tax and spending proposal, with last-minute amendments still failing to assure unanimous GOP support. The bill, a cornersto 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
GOP Megabill Imposes New Tax on Wind and Solar, Risking Renewable Energy Growth
Senate Republicans have made a bold move against renewable energy by embedding a new tax provision aimed at solar and wind projects within a sprawling legislative package. This aggressive step is part of a broader strategy to reshape U. 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
House Set to Vote on Major GOP Megabill Amid Tensions Over Medicaid Cuts
The House of Representatives is gearing up for a pivotal vote as early as Tuesday evening on a comprehensive Republican megabill, as revealed by House Majority Leader Steve Scalise during a conference call with GOP members. Scalise, alo 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
Elon Musk Criticizes Republican Megabill, Citing Job Losses and Strategic Harm
Elon Musk, the tech billionaire known for his polarizing presence in political debates, has launched a fresh attack on a Republican megabill, reigniting controversy over its potential impacts on future industries. In a recent post on X, 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
Democrats to Demand Full Reading of 940-Page GOP Megabill in Senate Showdown
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has signaled a strategic slowdown in the Senate as he instructs fellow Democrats to enforce a full, out-loud reading of a substantial Republican bill, should the Senate proceed with a debate this Sat 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
Trump Pollster Urges GOP to Reconsider Deep Medicaid Cuts in Senate Bill
Jim McLaughlin, a prominent pollster for President Donald Trump, has issued a stark warning to Senate Republicans: reconsider the deeper Medicaid cuts proposed in the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" or face significant voter backlash. McLa 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
Senator Hawley Backs Major Bill After Medicaid and Hospital Funding Adjustments
Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) announced on Saturday his support for President Donald Trump’s major legislative initiative, indicating a positive shift in the Senate’s position on the bill. This announcement came after significant amendments 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
Digital Ghosts: Deceased Lawmakers Continue to Stir the Social Media Cauldron
After Zohran Mamdani's recent triumph in New York's Democratic mayoral primary, an Instagram post congratulating him received a like from an unexpected source: former Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas. However, Jackson Lee passed away la 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
Senate Republicans Introduce Key Compromises in Sweeping Fiscal Bill Amid Tight Deadlines
Senate Republicans have unveiled an updated version of their ambitious domestic policy bill, incorporating significant compromises on Medicaid and taxation to address concerns from moderates within the party. As they strive to secure en 👉 Full story
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June 28, 2025
Tension Mounts as GOP's Megabill Faces Crucial Votes Amid Internal Disputes
In a high-stakes political drama, Republican leaders are racing against the clock to pass a sweeping domestic-policy megabill, with the self-imposed deadline of July 4 looming large. The bill, which has been a centerpiece of President D 👉 Full story
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June 27, 2025
Former President Biden Joins Mourners for Minnesota House Speaker Hortman in Historic State Lying-in
ST. PAUL, Minnesota — Amidst a somber atmosphere, former President Joe Biden was among the thousands who paid respects to the late Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, as they lay in state at the Minnesota Capi 👉 Full story
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June 27, 2025
GOP Centrist Congressman Don Bacon to Retire, Leaving Key Nebraska Seat Up for Grabs
Nebraska Republican Representative Don Bacon has announced that he will not seek reelection and plans to retire at the end of his current term. This decision marks the end of his tenure in a politically pivotal district that could swing 👉 Full story
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June 27, 2025
Rep. Dusty Johnson Set to Enter South Dakota Governor's Race
Rep. Dusty Johnson is poised to shake up the political landscape in South Dakota with his anticipated announcement on Monday that he will be running for governor. This move, confirmed by two sources who wished to remain anonymous, posit 👉 Full story
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June 27, 2025
Senate Prepares for Pivotal Vote on Megabill Amidst Internal Disputes and SALT Deal Negotiations

Senate Republicans are gearing up for a crucial initial vote, scheduled for noon on Saturday, to deliberate on a sprawling legislative package known as the megabill. This decision was confirmed during a private lunch on Friday, with Sen

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June 27, 2025
Trump Adjusts Expectations for July 4 Deadline on Megabill Amidst Congressional Hurdles
President Donald Trump has tempered his previous insistence on a July 4 deadline for the passage of his significant legislative package, signaling a shift as Republican lawmakers face a series of challenges in pushing the bill forward. 👉 Full story
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June 27, 2025
Muslim Democratic House Members Rally Against Islamophobic Attacks on NYC Mayoral Candidate Zohran Mamdani
In a united front, all four Muslim members of the Democratic House have condemned the "racist smears" targeting Zohran Mamdani, who recently clinched the Democratic primary for New York City Mayor. Representatives Andre Carson (Indiana) 👉 Full story
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June 27, 2025
Potential Delay Looms Over Critical Megabill, Speaker Johnson Indicates
Speaker Mike Johnson hinted at the possibility of a delay in passing a significant legislative package, initially set for a July 4 deadline, during a press briefing on Friday. As the Republicans work fervently to secure agreements with 👉 Full story
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June 27, 2025
SALT Negotiations Nearing Resolution as White House and Lawmakers Push for Compromise
In a significant development in Washington, the White House is reportedly on the verge of securing a deal on the contentious state and local tax (SALT) deduction, following intense last-minute discussions involving key GOP members from 👉 Full story
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June 27, 2025
Trump's July 4th Legislative Marathon: A Race Against Time and Procedure
Republicans are on a tight schedule as they strive to deliver a "big, beautiful bill" to President Donald Trump by July 4th, despite facing numerous procedural and political hurdles. Senate Majority Leader John Thune's plans have been d 👉 Full story
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June 27, 2025
Artful Insight: Weekly Political Cartoons Illuminate the Pulse of Politics
Every week, a vibrant tapestry of political cartoons emerges, weaving intricate tales of the nation’s political landscape. These works, crafted by a diverse array of cartoonists, serve as a barometer of public sentiment, capturing the q 👉 Full story
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June 26, 2025
Bill Moyers, Revered Journalist and Former White House Press Secretary, Dies at 91
NEW YORK — Bill Moyers, a pivotal figure in American journalism renowned for his thoughtful and probing television documentaries, has died at the age of 91. His death occurred at Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York after battling a lon 👉 Full story
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June 26, 2025
Former U.S. Congresswoman Carolyn McCarthy, Tireless Gun Control Advocate, Passes Away at 81
Former U.S. Representative Carolyn McCarthy, a prominent figure in the fight for gun control, died at the age of 81. Her passing was confirmed by numerous officials in Long Island and Jay Jacobs, chair of the New York State Democratic C 👉 Full story