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Paris Hilton Urges House To Pass Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act

Paris Hilton advocates for the Stop Institutional Child Abuse Act, sharing her personal experiences and pushing for reform in youth facilities.

Photos of the week ending December 13, 2024 - Roll Call

A couple of new senators and a lot of possible future Trump administration officials dominated the Capitol this past week.

Roll Call · Dec 13, 2024

Trump’s FBI pick Kash Patel locks down Senate support as Wray prepares to quit

Seen as a controversial nominee, Patel is acquiring senate judiciary committee support for confirmation

The Guardian - US · Dec 13, 2024

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Hegseth's GOP critics are caving to MAGA

Sen. Joni Ernst is now dismissing the "anonymous sources" who have questioned Hegseth's fitness and character

Salon · Dec 11, 2024

Sen. Cornyn Inclined To Support Kash Patel As FBI Director

Senator Cornyn supports Patel for FBI director to restore nonpartisan reputation and shield from partisan influences post-Comey era.

Sen. Cornyn Inclined To Support Trump's Pick For FBI Director

Republican Senators Cornyn and Ernst express support for Kash Patel as potential FBI director, emphasizing non-partisanship and transparency.

Trump’s pick to lead FBI identified ‘Government Gangsters’ - Roll Call

Kash Patel is set to face questions during a bid to be the next FBI director about his history of fierce criticism of federal officials.

Roll Call · Dec 9, 2024

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At the Races: Full House - Roll Call

The results of 2024 House elections are now final, with Democrats netting one seat and holding Republicans to a 220-215 majority.

Roll Call · Dec 5, 2024

Sen. Cornyn Seeks Reforms For DOJ And FBI

Senator Cornyn supports Bondi and Patel in reforming DOJ and FBI to be non-political, professional entities.

Senate Leaders Express Concerns Over Defense Secretary Nominee

Senate leaders discuss concerns about defense secretary nominee Hegseth's behavior and emphasize thorough vetting procedures.

Texas Man Released By China As Part Of Deal With U.S. Was Months Away From Being Executed

Mark Swidan had been arrested for 12 years on drug charges

Latin Times · Nov 27, 2024

Houstonian Mark Swidan to be released from Chinese imprisonment

The Texan has been imprisoned in China for 12 years on charges of drug trafficking.

The Texas Tribune · Nov 27, 2024

Senate Judiciary Republicans Praise Pam Bondi As Attorney General Pick

Senate Judiciary Republicans commend Pam Bondi's nomination for attorney general by President-elect Donald Trump.

Sen. Cornyn Warned Gaetz About Allegations

Sen. John Cornyn advises Matt Gaetz on transparency amid sexual misconduct allegations, emphasizing honesty and a fair evaluation process.

We Are Going To Learn More About Matt Gaetz's Sex Life Than We Wanted

Trump's pick for attorney general is manifestly unqualified for the job, even without considering the salacious details of the ethics charges against him.

Roll Call · Nov 19, 2024

Gaetz criticized GOP senators, now he would need their votes - Roll Call

If former Rep. Matt Gaetz wants to be the next attorney general, he will need the votes of Senate Republicans he has personally criticized.

The Texas Tribune · Nov 19, 2024

As Trump administration takes shape, Texas takes a back seat

So far Trump has looked elsewhere for his earliest cabinet and high-level staff appointments, in some cases passing over Texans who were in the mix.

Senate Republicans Call For Release Of Gaetz Ethics Report

GOP Senators push for transparency in assessing former Rep. Gaetz's nomination for attorney general.

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Reason · Nov 15, 2024

The Math Does Not Favor Avoiding Senate Scrutiny of Trump's Bizarre Cabinet Picks

Several Republican senators have said they are not inclined to abdicate their "advice and consent" role in presidential appointments.

The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2024

Republicans question ‘moral authority’ of Matt Gaetz for Justice Dept pick after sexual misconduct allegations

Republican senators say Gaetz is not ‘a serious’ nominee who doesn’t have the ‘moral authority’ to lead the Department of Justice

Salon · Nov 15, 2024

Trump nominees turn allies to enemies

Trump believes in rule by fear, but that stokes resentment and possibly even resistance

The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2024

What is the confirmation process for Cabinet picks — and what are ‘recess appointments’?

Eric Garcia details how Trump has previously hinted at using a never-used constitutional power. Would it be enough to get Matt Gaetz or Pete Hegseth through?

The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2024

Woman ‘told House Ethics Committee Matt Gaetz had sex with her when she was 17 years-old’

Gaetz - who resigned from the House of Representatives on Wednesday after Donald Trump announced him as his pick for Attorney General - strongly denies the allegations against him

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Chosen To Lead Health Department

President-elect Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for HHS Secretary sparks debate on Capitol Hill.

Salon · Nov 14, 2024

Senators: Show us Gaetz ethics report

Senators on both sides are asking to see the results of a years-long probe into the former representative

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