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House Speaker Johnson Meets With GOP Holdouts Before Crucial Vote

House Speaker Mike Johnson in discussions with GOP representatives before crucial vote. Uncertainty adds suspense to outcome.

Will Mike Johnson make it? What to look out for ahead of Friday’s House speaker vote

ANALYSIS: Mike Johnson is in a better position now than Kevin McCarthy was two years ago, Eric Garcia writes. But he still has to navigate the Rubik’s Cube that is the House Republican conference. And Trump is watching

The Independent UK · Jan 2, 2025

Trump era: Most House members were first elected in 2016 or later

Welcome to the Trump era of Congress — 63 percent of House representatives were first elected with Trump in 2016 or in the years since.

Roll Call · Jan 2, 2025

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Speaker fight could overshadow awkward days for Harris after losing to Trump - Roll Call

Kamala Harris must on Jan. 6 oversee the final step in her election loss, but Republican infighting could dominate the next few days.

Roll Call · Jan 2, 2025

Trump endorsed Mike Johnson for House speaker. His future is still anything but certain

Some members of an unruly GOP caucus remain unenthused with Johnson — but what’s the alternative?

The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2024

Republican support wavers for Mike Johnson’s re-election as House speaker

Despite Donald Trump’s endorsement, Johnson is facing criticism for his handling of the government budget battle

The Guardian - US · Dec 31, 2024

Democrats' Use Of X Declines Under Elon Musk's Ownership

Report shows a decline in X use by Congressional Democrats under Elon Musk's ownership, sparking debate over platform's influence.

Farm Bill gets extension as Congress passes spending package and averts shutdown

The legislation includes financial aid and money for recent natural disasters, but farmers still will be relying on outdated provisions from the 2018 bill.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 21, 2024

Biden Administration Rolls Out H-1B Visa Overhaul: Boosting Innovation or Undermining U.S. Workers?

New rules promise flexibility and oversight to fill critical job vacancies, but critics claim the program prioritizes cheap foreign labor over American talent.

Latin Times · Dec 21, 2024

House Republicans Criticize Speaker Johnson's Handling Of Spending Bill

House Republicans express concerns about Speaker Johnson's leadership and funding bill, emphasizing the need for effective governance and productive outcomes.

Trump calls for Texas conservative Chip Roy to be voted out of office after he votes no on spending bill

Representative said fellow lawmakers lacked “an ounce of self respect.”

Fortune · Dec 20, 2024

Third Time's the Charm?

Plus: House Speaker Elon Musk, the value of the debt ceiling, and D.C.'s shut down specials.

Reason · Dec 20, 2024

Conservatives Call For Elon Musk Or Vivek Ramaswamy As Speaker

Conservative lawmakers criticize Speaker Johnson and propose Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy as replacements amidst debate over government spending measure.

Why Trump’s boast of newly found friends could prove fleeting - Roll Call

President-elect Trump says "everyone wants to be my friend" this time around. But in Washington, friendships can fade quickly.

Roll Call · Dec 20, 2024

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House GOP Leader Rejects Funding Plan, Demands More Cuts

Rep. Chip Roy's opposition to a new bill without spending cuts causes division in the Republican Party.

GOP Rep. Simpson Calls For House Rules Panel Shake-Up

GOP Rep. Mike Simpson calls for replacing dissenting House Rules panel members over funding plan disagreement.

Texas Rep. Chip Roy Responds To President-Elect Trump's Criticism

Texas Rep. Chip Roy responds to Trump's criticism by emphasizing fiscal responsibility and commitment to cutting spending.

The Texas Tribune · Dec 19, 2024

Donald Trump hopes a Republican challenges U.S. Rep. Chip Roy over debt ceiling opposition

President-elect Donald Trump blasted the Austin Republican for opposing his plans to raise the debt ceiling unless there are restrictions on future spending.

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The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2024

Democrats tank ‘laughable’ Trump-backed spending deal with the help of Republican conservatives

Trump and Elon Musk had commanded Congress to derail bipartisan resolution and bring on shutdown

Roll Call · Dec 19, 2024

Trump-endorsed stopgap funding plan goes down to defeat - Roll Call

House lawmakers from both sides of the aisle joined together to reject Speaker Mike Johnson’s latest stopgap funding package Thursday night.

House Speaker Johnson Holds Key Meeting With GOP Lawmakers

House Speaker Mike Johnson leads GOP lawmakers in crucial funding discussions to prevent government shutdown. Key figures like Andy Harris and Chip Roy are...

Latin Times · Dec 18, 2024

Marjorie Taylor Greene Warns Mike Johnson's 'Cramnibus' Bill Will Come Back to Haunt Him

The lawmaker issued an ominous warning for the House Speaker should he move on with the bill. "Beware the Ides of March.."

Rep. Chip Roy Vying For House Rules Committee Chairmanship

Rep. Chip Roy emerges as a potential candidate for House Rules Committee chairmanship, navigating GOP dynamics and potential leadership transition.

The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024

Steve Bannon warns GOP Congress will give wealthy and corporations ‘massive’ tax breaks

Bannon has advocated for raising taxes on wealthy individuals and corporations

The Independent UK · Dec 11, 2024

House voting on $895B defense bill with military pay raise, ban on transgender care for minors

National defense would see a 1% increase in spending this fiscal year under a Pentagon policy bill that provides for a double-digit pay raise for about half of the enlisted service members in the military

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