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Jan 17 2025POLITICS

Rep. Rick Crawford Takes Helm of House Intelligence Committee

In an unexpected move, Speaker Mike Johnson picked Rep. Rick Crawford from Arkansas to lead the House Intelligence Committee. This comes just a day after Johnson removed Rep. Mike Turner from the position. Crawford, a retired Army sergeant, has been serving on the committee for several years. He was

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Jan 16 2025POLITICS

Why Pete Hegseth's Defense Nomination Raises Red Flags

Pete Hegseth, nominated for Secretary of Defense, has a history that's raising eyebrows. From tattoos linked to white supremacy to a severe drinking problem, and even a rape allegation, his past is controversial. His book, 'The War on Warriors', criticizes women in combat and Geneva conventions. Yet

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Jan 12 2025POLITICS

Rep. Roy Joins Freedom Caucus Meet with Trump amid Threats

Representative Chip Roy from Texas, who recently received threats from the incoming President regarding his political future, attended a dinner meeting at Mar-a-Lago with the House Freedom Caucus. Representative Eli Crane from Arizona shared a picture of the event, showing a group that included Roy,

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Jan 07 2025POLITICS

A Global Shift: Voters Kick Out Leaders Across the World

Voters around the globe are saying "no" to current leaders. From the U. S. to Germany, people are tired of the status quo. The Republican win in Washington is part of a bigger pattern. Inflation, cultural clashes, and frustration with political elites are driving this change. Key figures like Olaf S

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Jan 05 2025POLITICS

Republicans Rally Behind Trump's Plan for One Major Bill

House Republicans recently gathered for a secret meeting on Saturday. Former President Donald Trump had a big idea he wanted to share, according to insiders. He wanted to combine border security, energy policies, and taxes into one giant bill. This plan was a bit risky but super important for pushin

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Jan 05 2025POLITICS

The Challenges of a Split House: A New Speaker’s Struggle

Mike Johnson, the newly appointed House Speaker, isn’t having an easy time. He barely squeezed into the job, with some Republicans only backing him at the last minute. These rebels want promises on spending reductions and a say in major laws. Johnson agreed to create committees to trim government wa

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Jan 03 2025POLITICS

Will Mike Johnson Keep His Job as House Speaker?

It's a big day for Mike Johnson, the US House Speaker, as he faces a close vote to stay in his job. Republicans are hoping for a smooth start to the second Donald Trump era in Washington, but things aren't looking so certain. Johnson, who took over from Kevin McCarthy last October, needs almost ever

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Jan 03 2025POLITICS

House Republicans Face Senate Republicans' Ire

Senate Republicans are openly critical of their counterparts in the House of Representatives. They're worried about the House's ability to function effectively, especially with a slim GOP majority and the looming threat of government shutdowns. Senate members like Sen. Josh Hawley from Missouri are

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Jan 01 2025POLITICS

Speaker Johnson's Job on the Line: Can He Survive GOP Split?

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La. ) is facing a tough re-election this Friday. Despite President-elect Donald Trump's endorsement, not all Republicans are on board. Rep. Thomas Massie from Kentucky has been loudly criticizing Johnson. He's mad about Johnson working with Democrats to send money to Uk

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Dec 23 2024POLITICS

Billionaires Target Government Diversity Programs

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, two wealthy businessmen appointed to cut government waste, are expected to suggest erasing all spending on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs across federal agencies. This could impact offices like the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity & In

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