Trump Congressional Republicans

Trump is trying to control Congress. Republicans are quietly pushing back.

Republicans opted to quietly push back rather than vocally denounce a questionable Cabinet pick. Look out for that same strategy when it comes to spending and other nominees.

Politics - Politico - 3 days ago

Republicans lash out at Democrats' claims Trump intel pick Gabbard is 'compromised'

She had secret meetings, as a congresswoman, with Syria’s president.

After Gaetz, other controversial nominees test Trump's sway with Senate Republicans

After Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration for attorney general, Senate Republicans are weighing Donald Trump's other controversial picks for his Cabinet.

Florida Republican launches bid for Waltz's seat after Trump endorsement

Florida state Sen. Randy Fine (R) announced his run for Rep. Mike Waltz’s (R-Fla.) congressional seat this week following President-elect Trump’s endorsement. “I’m proud to announce that I’m going ...

Politics - The Hill - 21 hours ago

Newly Republican, Starr County will play a key role in Trump's deportation plans

Starr County, Texas, voted predominantly Republican for the first time in a century. Now, it's central to President-elect Donald Trump's mass deportation plans.

5 congressional races key to energy and environmental policy

The outcome of the presidential election is expected to have a dramatic impact on U.S. energy and environmental policy, with Vice President Harris and former President Trump offering starkly ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Supreme Court to Hear Louisiana Congressional Map Dispute

The case, which will not affect this election cycle, involves a legal fight over how the state draws its voting maps and could determine the political power of Black voters there.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 4

Congressional offices urgently need racial diversity

It's time to take the next step toward making Congress more diverse and inclusive.

Politics - The Hill - November 13

The truth is out there: Experts testify at UFO congressional hearing

Experts testified at a House oversight committee hearing Wednesday on potential alien life, suggesting that there are intelligent beings that live off the planet. They also urged governmental ...

Every uncalled congressional race left in the 2024 election

With votes still being counted, here's a look at the key congressional races that remain uncalled by the NBC News Decision Desk.

Politics - NBC News - 6 days ago

A Rite of Passage for Congressional Newcomers: Picking an Office

Since 1906, new members of Congress have drawn lots to choose their new homes on Capitol Hill. Staff and lawmakers often scout and strategize far in advance to find the best spaces.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

The congressional bathroom ban is the latest transgender policy battle

538's polling column about Republicans' transgender bathroom bans, Trump's transition, trust in polls and Thanksgiving plans.

US elections live: Harris addresses first-time voters as Trump performs ‘garbageman’ stunt

Democrat speaks in Wisconsin while Republican hammers Biden on Tuesday’s remarks. Don’t miss important US election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for election alerts . Tim Walz ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

Liz Cheney says Trump's 'intimidation' won't work, urges Republicans to vote Harris

Former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney, during an appearance on ABC's "The View," said Donald Trump's violent rhetoric toward her is a "threat to intimidate" that won't work.

Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik on Election Day issues, Trump's potential return to office

As Election Day unfolds, Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about America's political temperature and Trump's potential historic comeback.

Former Georgia Lt. Gov. Duncan: GOP could 'start hemorrhaging to Democrats' if Trump wins

Former Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan (R) said many Republicans are shying away from the party as former President Trump continues to “soil the brand,” which may encourage them to start ...

Politics - The Hill - November 5

Mitch McConnell speaks to reporters after Trump wins election, Republicans retake Senate

Outgoing Senate Minority leader Mitch McConnell held a news conference Wednesday where he took questions about Donald Trump's victory in the race for the White House and the gains Republicans made ...

Capital gains tax hikes 'entirely off the table' under President-elect Trump, Republican Congress, economist says

Higher capital gains taxes are unlikely under President-elect Donald Trump and a Republican-controlled Congress, experts say.

Business - CNBC - November 7

Swing states: how Democratic vote stayed flat while Republican gains won it for Trump

Guardian analysis suggests Harris underperformed compared with 2020 – but in the states that mattered most it was Trump’s gains that won him the White House. Nationwide, the US election was ...

World - The Guardian - November 8

Military officials reportedly discuss how to handle illegal orders from Trump – live

Pentagon officials discuss what to do if Trump were to attempt to deploy the military domestically, CNN reports. Nancy Pelosi says Biden’s delay in exiting race blew Democrats’ chances ...

World - The Guardian - November 9

Democrats and Republicans agree on one thing: any lessons learned from Trump 2.0 will be immediately forgotten | Marina Hyde

The whole horror show seems so predictable now, doesn’t it? Just like it did the last time .... My husband knows masses more about US politics than me, so do imagine how much he enjoyed me spending ...