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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
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June 26, 2025
GOP's Megabill on Shaky Ground as Internal Divides and Procedural Hurdles Mount
Senate Republicans are facing mounting challenges in advancing their critical domestic policy bill, with internal policy disputes and procedural issues causing significant delays. Despite presenting a united front, the reality within th 👉 Full story
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June 26, 2025
Senate Upholds Parliamentarian’s Decision, Rejects Calls for Overrule Amid GOP Frustration
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has confirmed that the Senate will not challenge the advice of the Senate Parliamentarian, Elizabeth MacDonough, which has significantly impacted the GOP’s ambitious domestic-policy bill. This decision 👉 Full story
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June 26, 2025
Capitol Showdown: Thune’s Megabill Faces Stiff Resistance Over Medicaid Provisions
Senate Majority Leader John Thune is in a high-stakes tug-of-war over his sprawling legislative package, famously dubbed the megabill, as he faces mounting opposition from within his own party, particularly over Medicaid changes. The bi 👉 Full story
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June 26, 2025
Senate Republicans Hit Snag in Health Care Overhaul with Budgetary Setbacks
Senate Republicans are grappling with significant obstacles as they attempt to push through a sweeping domestic policy bill, facing setbacks after the Senate parliamentarian's recent advice. The parliamentarian indicated that several ke 👉 Full story
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June 26, 2025
Surging Ahead: Paxton Dominates Cornyn in Latest Texas GOP Primary Poll
In what appears to be a significant shift in Texas politics, Attorney General Ken Paxton has taken a commanding lead over four-term incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the race for the Republican nomination. A new poll, sponsored by a Paxt 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
House GOP Escalates ActBlue Investigation with Fresh Subpoenas Amid Allegations of Partisanship
In a significant escalation of their inquiry into ActBlue, House Republican committees have issued new subpoenas targeting current and former employees of the Democratic fundraising behemoth. This move intensifies the ongoing congressio 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Trump's Judicial Nomination Battles Heat Up Amidst Controversy and Partisanship
President Donald Trump's tenure has been marked by a fierce overhaul of the federal judiciary, a saga that seems to be reigniting with the nomination of Emil Bove, a former personal lawyer to Trump and now a senior Justice Department of 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Thune Encounters Resistance on Megabill as Tillis Demands Medicaid Clarity
In a pivotal moment for Senate Republicans, internal discord threatens the passage of a major domestic policy bill, with Senator Thom Tillis spearheading a contingent of lawmakers demanding more transparency and concessions. During a co 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Senator Ron Johnson's Crucial Talks on Trump's Megabill: A Push for Fiscal Responsibility
Senator Ron Johnson of Wisconsin has voiced that he is not yet ready to back President Donald Trump’s key domestic policy legislation, despite ongoing discussions with the White House and direct talks with the President himself. In an e 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Xenophobia Surges as Zohran Mamdani Poised to Become NYC's First Muslim Mayor
Following Zohran Mamdani's lead in the New York City mayoral Democratic primary, a wave of xenophobic rhetoric has targeted him, particularly focusing on his Muslim faith. Prominent figures aligned with the MAGA movement have been vocal 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Justice Department Official Emil Bove Acknowledges Past Management Issues During Judicial Confirmation Hearing
In a revealing and tense confirmation hearing, Emil Bove, a Justice Department official nominated for a circuit court judgeship, confirmed details of a prior internal inquiry regarding his management style while at the Manhattan U.S. at 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Democratic Shakeup: Schumer, Jeffries to Meet With Rising Star Mamdani After NYC Mayoral Primary Upset
In a stunning turn of events in New York City's political landscape, Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani has emerged as the apparent victor in the Democratic mayoral primary, prompting both Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minor 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Senate GOP Proposes $15 Billion Fund for Rural Hospitals Amid Medicaid Tax Concerns
Senate GOP leaders have stepped forward with a preliminary proposal aimed at mitigating the potential adverse effects of the forthcoming domestic policy bill on rural hospitals. On Wednesday, a memo circulated among Senate offices revea 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Emil Bove Refutes Claims of Advising DOJ to Disregard Court Orders Amid Judicial Nomination Hearing

Emil Bove, a prominent Justice Department official nominated for a circuit court judgeship, staunchly denied allegations that he ever advised the Department of Justice (DOJ) to ignore court orders to advance the administration's agenda.

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June 25, 2025
Capitol Concerns: Crossing Guards, Allergy-Friendly Menus, and Elevator Woes
House appropriators have laid out their priorities for the Legislative Branch's fiscal 2026 funding, with concerns spanning from member security to the reliability of Capitol elevators. The comprehensive committee report, released ahead 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Fierce Debate Erupts as Durbin Confronts Bove in Judiciary Hearing
In a charged session of the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, Senator Dick Durbin, the leading Democrat, launched a scathing critique against Emil Bove, a former Trump Justice Department official nominated for the Third Circuit C 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Democratic Party Reconsiders Strategy as Mamdani Clinches NYC Mayoral Primary with Affordability Focus
In a surprising turn of events, New York State Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani has likely secured the Democratic nomination for New York City mayor, signaling a potential shift in the Democratic Party's approach to campaign messaging. Hou 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Scott Brown Announces Second Bid for Senate in New Hampshire, Targets Border Security and Trump’s Policies
Former Massachusetts Senator Scott Brown is throwing his hat into the political ring once more, announcing his candidacy for the U.S. Senate seat from New Hampshire. This marks his second attempt at earning a Senate spot in the Granite 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Capitol Tensions Rise as GOP Faces Medicaid Cut Backlash and Judicial Hearings
As President Donald Trump sets a tight deadline of July 4th for sweeping legislative changes, Senate Majority Leader John Thune is optimistic about commencing votes on a significant bill by Friday. However, Thune is navigating through i 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
White House Intensifies Campaign for GOP's Tax Overhaul as Senate Vote Approaches
The White House is intensifying its push to rally support for the GOP's major tax legislation, which is on the brink of a critical Senate vote. The Council of Economic Advisers (CEA) is set to deliver its initial analysis of the Senate 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Federalist Society's Influence Remains Despite Trump's Criticisms
Despite President Donald Trump's public disapproval of the Federalist Society, his administration continues to appoint members of the influential conservative legal group to significant judicial positions. Trump recently expressed dissa 👉 Full story
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June 25, 2025
Trump Targets GOP Congressman Massie in Escalating Political Feud
Just as President Donald Trump has seemingly de-escalated one major international conflict, he’s ramping up another battle on the home front, setting his sights on Representative Thomas Massie (R-Ky.). The president’s powerful political 👉 Full story
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June 24, 2025
Democrats Divided Over Response to Trump's Iran Strikes Amid Rising Tensions
Democrats are facing a communication crisis in the wake of President Donald Trump’s controversial decision to strike Iran's nuclear facilities. This move by the president has left the party struggling to present a united front, revealin 👉 Full story
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June 24, 2025
Senate Showdown: GOP Struggles with Math as Tax Bill Deadline Looms
Republicans in the Senate are facing a critical challenge as they race against the clock to align their domestic-policy bill with the fiscal demands of their House counterparts and the directives of President Donald Trump, who has set a 👉 Full story
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June 24, 2025
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Links JFK Assassination to His Stance on Israel’s Nuclear Program
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) stirred controversy by suggesting on the social media platform X that former President John F. Kennedy's assassination was linked to his opposition to Israel's nuclear ambitions. This provocative stat 👉 Full story
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June 24, 2025
House Democrats Largely Oppose Green's Impeachment Resolution Against Trump Following Iran Strikes
Most members of the House Democratic caucus, alongside their Republican colleagues, voted on Tuesday to dismiss a resolution aimed at impeaching President Donald Trump in response to his recent military actions in Iran. The resolution, 👉 Full story
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June 24, 2025
Congressional Briefings on Iran Conflict Delayed Amid Heightened Tensions
In a sudden shift of schedule, critical congressional briefings concerning the escalating situation in the Middle East have been postponed. This decision affects both the House and Senate, which were initially set to receive detailed up 👉 Full story
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June 24, 2025
California's Robert Garcia Elected as Top Democrat on House Oversight Committee
In a decisive victory, California Representative Robert Garcia has been chosen to lead the Democrats on the House Oversight Committee, securing the position with a robust majority of 150-63 in a caucus vote against Massachusetts Represe 👉 Full story