Live updates: Rounds says Gabbard needs ‘good coaching’ before Senate hearing; Graham says conservatives don't trust FBI
Sen. Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) said on Sunday that he believes former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard needs “good coaching” before her Senate confirmation hearings, but he has confidence in her.
He joined NewsNation’s “The Hill” on Sunday, where he weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding Gabbard’s confirmation.
Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) on Sunday joined CNN in one of his last interviews before retiring from Congress.
Romney, a frequent critic of President-elect Trump who ran an unsuccessful bid against former President Obama in 2012, announced he would not seek reelection in late 2023.
At the time, Romney told reporters that he did not plan to endorse anyone to replace him.
Wisconsin Democratic Chairman Ben Wikler will appear on NewsNation’s “The Hill,” where he will discuss his bid for chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) as the current leader, Jaime Harrison, is not seeking reelection.
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is set to appear on NBC’s “Meet the Press.” Sanders has been in the spotlight after he said in an interview that he likely won’t seek reelection after his term ends in 2030.
“Fox News Sunday” will host Connecticut Rep. Jim Himes (D), the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee. His appearance comes amid several drone sightings in New Jersey and different parts of the country.
Former Gov. Chris Christie (R-N.J.) will appear on ABC’s “This Week” as New Jersey has been among the areas that mysterious drone sightings have rattled.
See the full Sunday show lineup here and read our show live updates below.
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Graham on politicization of the FBI: ‘None of us trust these people anymore’
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said on Sunday that conservatives don't trust the FBI anymore when asked about his remarks from 2017, pushing for President-elect Trump to select an FBI director who ...The Hill - 1h -
Graham says Hegseth ‘being tried by anonymous sources’
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said he thinks President-elect Trump’s pick to lead the Pentagon, former Fox News host and veteran Pete Hegseth,” is “being tried by anonymous sources.” In an interview ...The Hill - 2h -
Lindsey Graham says anonymous Pete Hegseth accusers should make their case publicly before Senate
During an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) says he’s leaning toward supporting President-elect Trump’s pick to lead the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, but calls on ...NBC News - 3h -
The FBI says your texts aren't secure. Do you need to stop?
In the wake of a massive cyberattack linked to the Chinese government, FBI officials are renewing warnings that your private text messages aren't secure.The Hill - 4h -
New Jersey drones don't appear to pose national security or public safety threat, FBI says
There have been dozens of sightings of what appear to be drones over New Jersey and adjacent areas in recent weeks.CNBC - 2d -
Live updates: FBI director Christopher Wray to resign; Hegseth, Trump picks woo senators
It's set to be a busy day on Capitol Hill as Congress races to wrap up major, must-pass legislation and President-elect Trump's Cabinet picks make their case to senators. In the House, lawmakers ...The Hill - 3d -
FBI Director Christopher Wray says he will resign before Trump term
FBI Director Christopher Wray says he intends to resign before President-elect Donald Trump's second term in the White House. CBS News' Lana Zak has the latest.CBS News - 3d -
Syria live updates: Assad is now in Moscow, Russian state media says
Rebel forces in Syria captured the capital Damascus and toppled the regime of President Bashar al-Assad in a lightning-quick advance across the country.ABC News - 6d -
JD Vance says FBI nominee Kash Patel in ‘very good spot’ for Senate approval – as it happened
This blog is now closed. Read our latest story here . A small number of Democrats have signaled a willingness to work with the “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) on whatever it ends up ...The Guardian - Dec. 7
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