Dozens of Republicans Broke with Trump Are Primary Challenges Next
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House Republicans brush aside Musk's primary threats
House Republicans are largely brushing aside Elon Musk’s threats to unseat members who supported the initial government funding measure he helped torpedo earlier this week. After the tech ...The Hill - 53m -
Musk vows to fund ‘moderate’ Democratic primary challengers
Politico - 1d -
Musk's primary threat
Presented by CCA, TIA, WIA, and Ericsson — {beacon} \ Technology Technology PRESENTED BY The Big Story Republicans shrug as Elon Musk takes aim in primaries House Republicans are largely ...The Hill - 1d -
The Republicans Who Defied Trump on the Spending and Debt Deal
The rebels are largely the most conservative lawmakers who are passionate about slashing spending and debt. They hail from deep-red districts where a primary challenge is less of a danger.The New York Times - 1d -
Musk says he'll fund 'moderate' Democratic primary challengers
Tech billionaire Elon Musk on Thursday claimed he will fund moderate primary challenges to incumbent Democrats in heavy-blue districts around the country. "Oh … forgot to mention that I’m also ...The Hill - 1d -
Are ‘national security Republicans’ prepping for a Trump-sized fight?
Mitch McConnell has broken cover. Will others soon follow?Financial Times - 1d -
Dozens of House Republicans Defy Trump’s Orders to Support Spending Bill
Thirty-eight Republican lawmakers resisted the president-elect’s command to support a spending and debt deal, showing that at least some of his followers are willing to buck his leadership in the ...The New York Times - 2d -
Analyzing Trump's historical impact on the Republican Party
CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett analyzes President-elect Donald Trump's influence on his party and how it will impact the next four years. Garrett also breaks down Democratic ...CBS News - 2d -
Trump-backed bill to avert government shutdown fails; dozens of Republicans vote No
House Republicans earlier scrambled after President-elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk panned a bipartisan deal to avoid a government shutdown.CNBC - 2d -
Trump threatens primary against Texas conservative Chip Roy
President-elect Trump encouraged Republicans in Texas to consider a primary challenge to Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) on Thursday after he blamed the congressman for "getting in the way" of a push to ...The Hill - 2d -
Reproductive health advocates brace for return of Title X challenges under Trump
Reproductive health advocates expect President-elect Trump to reinstate a rule that weakened the country's sole federally funded family planning program during his first term once he returns to ...The Hill - 3d -
Trump: Republicans who back spending bill without debt increase should face primary
President-elect Trump on Wednesday said any Republican lawmaker who backs a continuing resolution without including an increase to the debt limit should face a primary challenge, placing the issue ...The Hill - 3d -
Lillard and Antetokounmpo won an NBA Cup together. Now, the next challenge: chasing the big prize
Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo stood side-by-side during the postgame celebration after the NBA Cup finalABC News - 3d -
Trump's mass deportation plans face challenges
President-elect Donald Trump hopes to move quickly on mass deportation plans he promised during his 2024 presidential campaign. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez breaks down the challenges ahead for ...CBS News - 4d -
As Adams and Trump Get Cozier, Some N.Y. Republicans Recoil
Donald J. Trump is speaking sympathetically about Mayor Eric Adams, but Republicans in New York still view the mayor with skepticism.The New York Times - 5d -
Trump meets with TikTok CEO as video app challenges potential ban
TikTok CEO Shou Chew met with Presdient-Elect Donald Trump after the company appealed a court decision allowing a potential TikTok ban to proceed in the U.S.NBC News - 5d -
5 Senate Republicans who could face primaries in 2026
Republican senators are gearing up for the possibility of primary challenges ahead of the 2026 midterms as they seek to navigate the new political environment of a second Trump administration. ...The Hill - 6d -
Trump says Republicans will try to end daylight saving time
President-elect Donald Trump said Republicans will try to end the decades-long ritual of changing the clocks twice a year.CBS News - Dec. 13 -
The First New Foreign Policy Challenge for Trump Just Became Clear
Because of Syria’s centrality in the Middle East, positive change there could radiate out in all directions.The New York Times - Dec. 13 -
Murkowski says she's 'more of a Ronald Reagan Republican' than a Trump one
Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) on Thursday described herself as "more of a Ronald Reagan Republican" than a "Trump Republican." "I don't think I've made any secret of the fact that I'm more of a ...The Hill - Dec. 13 -
Republicans clash over 'SALT' deduction as they seek to extend Trump's tax law
Some House Republicans are demanding an increase to SALT deduction in order to support an extension of President-elect Donald Trump's tax law next year.NBC News - Dec. 12 -
Trump says he's meeting with Bezos next week
President-elect Trump will meet next week with Amazon founder and Washington Post owner Jeff Bezos next week, Trump said during a visit to the New York Stock Exchange. Trump rang the opening bell ...The Hill - Dec. 12 -
Top Republicans split over strategy to move Trump's 2025 agenda
Top Republicans are divided over the best strategy to advance border, tax, energy and other core components of President-elect Donald Trump’s agenda through reconciliation next year.NBC News - Dec. 11 -
Zinke: Many House Republicans 'beholden' to Trump
Rep. Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.) says many House Republicans are “beholden” to President-elect Trump after getting his support during the 2024 election cycle, and that he will have a big influence on the ...The Hill - Dec. 10 -
Democratic attorneys general are itching to challenge Trump’s agenda
Without question, Democratic attorneys general will be important national actors over the next four years.The Hill - Dec. 8 -
Trump's return may be a boon for Netanyahu, but challenges abound in a changed Middle East
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is jubilant about President-elect Donald Trump's return to the White HouseABC News - Dec. 8 -
Republicans who oppose Trump face risk of retaliation from Musk
Billionaire has hinted he will back challenges to lawmakers who vote against the Maga agendaFinancial Times - Dec. 7 -
Elon Musk spends $277 million to back Trump and Republican candidates
Elon Musk was the largest donor in the 2024 election cycle, spending at least $277 million to back President-elect Donald Trump and other Republican candidates.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Here are the billionaires stocking Trump’s next administration
President-elect Trump has named several billionaires to top roles in his next administration — a combination worth over $360 billion and that includes the world’s richest person. Elon Musk, the ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
World Bank reaches $100bn funding target but faces Trump challenge
US contribution under Biden sets up potential battle in the new Congress next yearFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Pam Bondi’s Journey From Traditional Republican to Warrior for Trump
The president-elect’s choice for attorney general is known for her charm and fealty to him.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Top Republicans collide on strategy for Trump tax agenda
House and Senate Republicans are clashing over how to advance President-elect Trump's tax agenda after incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) offered a plan that would put off tax ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy draws primary challenger citing Trump impeachment vote
Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming announced he would challenge GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who voted to convict Trump after his 2021 impeachment trial.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Ken Griffin, Top Republican Donor, Says He Voted for Trump
Mr. Griffin, who had previously derided Donald J. Trump as a “three-time loser,” said he voted for the president-elect.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Republican senators torn over FBI background checks for Trump Cabinet picks
Republicans senators returned to Washington after Thanksgiving recess to a renewed peppering of questions about President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks.ABC News - Dec. 3 -
Georgia Republicans Seek Fani Willis’s Testimony and Records in Trump Case
Ms. Willis, who charged Mr. Trump in connection with his efforts to cling to power after the 2020 election, came under scrutiny over her relationship with a lawyer she hired to lead the case.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Republicans call for investigation into FEMA employees avoiding homes with Trump signs
House Republicans are calling for an investigation into Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) employees, alleging they avoided homes with Trump campaign yard signs in multiple states when they ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Black Republicans feel left out of Trump’s 2nd-term picks
As President-elect Donald Trump fills out his Cabinet and closest advisers, African American Republicans ask why more Black people haven’t been selected.ABC News - Dec. 3 -
Why Republicans Might Oppose Trump’s Push to Undo Biden’s Triumphs
President Biden wants to make it more difficult for President-elect Donald J. Trump to repeal his signature legislation, which sent money flowing to Republican districts nationwide.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Trump picks Republican mega-donor Warren Stephens as ambassador to UK
Investment banker has donated regularly to conservative causes although not always in favor of the president-elect. Donald Trump announced on Monday he has picked investment banker and Republican ...The Guardian - Dec. 2