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‘Don’t care if Brandon’s wife is half Indian’: Internet reacts to US congressman calling out Indians at 7-Eleven

A US lawmaker’s remarks about Indian workers at 7-Eleven stores triggered an online debate, with reactions ranging from MAGA support to criticism from progressives over his comments and personal ties.

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'Married to an Indian woman': US rep Brandon Gill's remark on Indian 7-Eleven workers triggers backlash online

US rep Brandon Gill is facing extreme heat online for his comment on hiring Indians at 7-Eleven stores in the US. In a video that is quickly gaining traction on X (formerly Twitter), Gill said the idea that America would bring a 7-Eleven worker from India or anywhere else on…

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Salazar Slams Critics Over Claims That Dignity Act Amounts to Amnesty for Immigrants: 'Read the Bill Before You Open Your Mouth'

Supporters describe the bill as a "pragmatic" attempt to address labor shortages, border enforcement and the legal status of long-term residents

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'Isn't there an actual war': Hindu American Foundation claps back at American politician's outrage against Chhath Puja in Texas

The Hindu American Foundation responded to the major row over a viral clip of Indians observing Chhath Puja in Texas and questioned whether Congressman Brandon Gill had nothing else to worry about apart from milk being poured into water -- at a time when an actual war is going on.

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‘Don’t want Third World rituals’: US Rep Brandon Gill’s Chhat Puja jibe sparks online fury

American politician Brandon Gill has once again entered the social media hot waters after he made a remark on a video of Chhat Puja celebrations in Texas being circulated across social media.

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Additional Testimony Against the Proposed "Preserving a Sharia-Free America Act"

I submitted some additional testimony to a House subcommittee, in response to questions from Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon.

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House conservatives revolt over stalled SAVE Act

Forty House Republicans voted against a noncontroversial measure to extend the Small Business Innovation Research program.

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Hardline House Freedom Caucus gains ground in Texas GOP primaries

If they win in November, Steve Toth and Brandon Herrera are poised to join the group known for its conservative absolutist approach and willingness to defy GOP leaders.

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Rep Brandon Gill expresses concern over rising Muslim population in US, says he doesn’t want kids growing up in country where 90% wear ‘burqas’

US Representative Brandon Gill voiced concerns about the growing Muslim population in Texas, expressing a desire to preserve the America he knows for his children. This sentiment echoes far-right activist Laura Loomer, who stated she felt unsafe due to the number of Muslims working at US airports, citing an experience…

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'Your wife is Indian': US rep Brandon Gill faces backlash over anti-immigration post

American politician Brandon Gill has sparked sharp criticism online after making an anti-immigration remark on social media. Taking to X, the Congressman representing Texas’ 26th Congressional District argued that immigration is not inherently beneficial simply because it is legal.

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US congressman refuses to resign after allegations of affair with staffer

Republican Tony Gonzales allegedly pressured Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who died by suicide, into sexual relationship

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Rep. Tony Gonzales faces growing Republican calls to resign over alleged affair

The backlash from conservative lawmakers could create headaches for Speaker Mike Johnson.

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Nancy Mace among Republicans calling for colleague to resign over affair allegations with staffer who died by suicide

Republican reps have begun calling on Tony Gonzales to drop out of the upcoming election in Texas

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Texts show Rep. Tony Gonzales asked for explicit photos from aide who later died by suicide

Additionally, a police report shows that the aide, Regina Santos-Aviles, told responding officers she set herself on fire because her husband was romantically involved with her best friend.

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‘Keeping Indian wife happy’: Row over Republican congressman saying Texans go to malls and ‘feel like they’re in Pakistan’

A Republican congressman stirred a row after warning that Texans should not visit shopping centres and feel like they are in Pakistan, with social media saying the comments were made in order to appease his wife, who is of Indian origin.

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‘Importing radical Islam will destroy America’: Texas congressman Brandon Gill warns of ‘consequences like Europe’

Texas lawmaker Brandon Gill's viral speech linking immigration to radical Islam and citing Europe's challenges sparked fierce online debate. He warned of security and social threats, drawing parallels to European integration issues. Supporters lauded his stance on national security, while critics accused him of conflating Islam with extremism and ignoring…

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'Married to daughter of Indian immigrant': Row over Republican leader saying immigration system is 'suicidal'

British journalist Mehdi Hasan criticised Republican Congressman Brandon Gill after the lawmaker made controversial remarks about Islam and immigration in the US. Hasan pointed out that Gill is married to the daughter of an Indian immigrant.

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House advances measure to block DC tax code decoupling

Local advocates warn of tax season chaos if Congress intervenes — not to mention a slippery slope for D.C.’s already limited autonomy.

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Top Republicans throw cold water on ‘nationalizing’ elections

The SAVE Act has become a rallying cry, but some see larger constitutional issues — or warn of slippery slopes in partisan times.

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Republicans look to rebuke DC Council with swing at local tax code

“They are spending more time trying to overturn D.C. laws than they’re doing with a number of pressing issues,” one organizer said of Congress.

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House GOP hearing highlights Minnesota fraud concerns - Roll Call

House Republicans sought Wednesday to draw attention to an emerging scandal in Minnesota of misuse of federal funds by Somali communities.

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Democrats condemn Republicans calling for Muslim ban on the heels of Australia shooting

Randy Fine and Tommy Tuberville, US legislators, face backlash for Islamophobic calls to deport Muslims

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Senate panel sets up hearing on impeachments of 'rogue judges' - Roll Call

A Senate hearing Wednesday will focus on a GOP push to impeach judges who have ruled against President Donald Trump’s agenda.

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The Crypto Congressman? Brandon Gill's Bitcoin Buys Top $1 Million In 2025

A congressman has continued his buying spree in Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC), disclosing recent purchases of the leading cryptocurrency and a Bitcoin ETF. Here's a look at the latest purchases.

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Some Republicans push more visas despite hard line on immigration - Roll Call

Some Republican lawmakers seek to qualify their party's tough-on-immigration approach with an exception for agriculture, tourism.

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