Efforts by some GOP rebels, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, to oust Speaker Mike Johnson have not gained traction within the Republican base. Despite claims of support, Greene's motion to vacate has been untouched for nearly 40 days. Conservative critics returned to Washington after a recess reporting little constituent feedback on the matter. Lawmakers like Rep. Ralph Norman emphasize constituents' focus on priorities like border security and cost of living over internal party politics. Representatives from various states, including Florida and Texas, highlight voter concerns about border security outweighing current leadership disputes.
House Speaker Mike Johnson responds to Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's motion to vacate him, calling it a distraction from the goal of maintaining the Republican majority in the House and winning the Senate and White House in the 2024 election. The two are in communication, planning to discuss the matter. Johnson highlights the challenges of passing bipartisan legislation with a razor-thin majority and expresses a desire to reform the budgeting process. Greene's bid to oust Johnson is criticized as potentially weakening the Republican position in the House.
Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia filed a motion to remove Mike Johnson from the speakership due to anger toward the government funding bill. The House must consider Greene's motion within two legislative days. This challenge signifies growing division within the party since Kevin McCarthy's removal. Johnson, who relies on Democratic votes for key legislation, faces opposition from conservative hardliners. Greene's motion aims to warn and initiate a leadership change, causing tensions within the GOP.
Speaker Mike Johnson has successfully passed foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan with Democratic support. Some Republicans, led by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, are considering voting to oust Johnson from the speakership. The outcome remains uncertain as members are urged to consult their constituents before taking action. Johnson faces pressure to resign amidst rising conservative anger, with Rep. Thomas Massie supporting the ousting effort. Johnson's future leadership and support within the GOP are at stake as tensions escalate.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, facing tensions with GOP hardliners, acknowledged he lacks the votes to defang a potential motion to oust him. Rep. Matt Gaetz and allies confronted Johnson over changes to support thresholds. Johnson, 52, stated that any rule change requires a majority vote, admitting the harm caused by the existing Motion to Vacate rule. Kevin McCarthy's similar rule change led to his downfall. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene introduced a motion against Johnson, with Rep. Thomas Massie now co-sponsoring. Republican hardliners criticize Johnson's $60 plan.
After the House approved a $95 billion foreign aid package with $61 billion for Ukraine, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized Speaker Mike Johnson for betraying Republican voters and threatened to call for his resignation. Johnson, facing potential ouster, may need Democratic support as his majority is slim. Despite tensions, Greene postponed the motion to vacate, backed by Reps. Thomas Massie and Paul Gosar. Most House Republicans opposed the aid bill, while Greene argued for reflecting voters' will. Johnson, resolute in his decisions, faces uncertainty with some Democrats considering support.
House Speaker Mike Johnson faces backlash within the House GOP for supporting vulnerable incumbent Rep. Tony Gonzales against ultra-conservative House Freedom Caucus members. Gonzales called fellow lawmakers "scumbags" and was criticized for comparing them to Klansmen. Johnson's $95 billion foreign aid plan for Ukraine, Israel, and the Indo-Pacific also caused tension within the party. Rep. Matt Gaetz and allies accused Gonzales of spreading lies and criticized Johnson. Johnson's campaign events show the division within the House GOP as he navigates critical legislation with a slim majority.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is attempting to remove Speaker Mike Johnson, who has support from former President Trump and Democrats. Many frustrated conservatives oppose Greene's resolution, with Rep. Bob Good stating it's not the right time. Johnson's bipartisan deals with President Biden have angered some, leading to calls for his resignation. While Greene has some GOP support, the prevailing sentiment among conservatives is to keep Johnson in power.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is under scrutiny as lawmakers return to Washington following the passing of a foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and the Indo-Pacific region. There are discussions about a possible vote to oust Johnson due to opposition from some conservative members, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. Johnson has defended his decision, emphasizing the importance of aiding key US allies and warning against chaos in the House if he is ousted. It remains uncertain whether a vote on Johnson's leadership will take place.
Fox News senior congressional correspondent Chad Pergram reports on House Speaker Mike Johnson facing heat after the foreign aid vote Saturday. The House GOPs push to pass border security reform through the divided 118th Congress could end up an unrealized dream. A spokesperson for Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., pointed out to Fox News Digital that House Republicans have passed multiple border security and immigration enforcement bills none of which have been taken up by the Democrat-controlled Senate. The Johnson spokesperson indicated that with Republicans and Democrats still far apart on the issue, House GOP leaders are relying on former President Trump to take back the White House next year for any meaningful border policy changes to take place.
Three House Republican rebels are seeking to oust Speaker Mike Johnson, with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene leading a resolution for a House-wide vote on his leadership due to discontent over Johnson's foreign aid plan. Reps. Thomas Massie and Paul Gosar have joined Greene in protest. Former President Donald Trump has backed Johnson, praising his efforts despite the internal unrest within the GOP. Meanwhile, Greene and Massie's offices did not respond to inquiries about Trump's support.
House Democrats are split on whether to support Speaker Mike Johnson in the face of a possible ousting, with concerns about preventing chaos ahead of the presidential election versus maintaining party unity and support from the base. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries may play a key role in the decision. The current situation contrasts with past unity in a similar situation. Some members are hesitant to engage in a divisive speakership battle amidst post-terror attack tensions and evolving global dynamics. Representatives express strong opposition to supporting individuals like Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie in their efforts to remove Johnson.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized the Republican House majority, stating they had completely failed and expressing her frustration with their actions at a town hall event in Georgia. She highlighted their failure to address key priorities such as the border issue and criticized GOP lawmakers for following instructions from Donald Trump, who wanted to prevent President Joe Biden from achieving a legislative victory. Greene's comments have garnered agreement even from her critics, who concurred with her assessment of the GOP's performance.
Marjorie Taylor Greene's resolution calling for the removal of Rep. Mike Johnson from the House speaker position over the $1.2 trillion spending bill has sparked social media backlash from both Republicans and Democrats, with some using the #MarjorieTraitorGreene hashtag. Greene claimed it was a warning rather than a removal, but her actions have led to criticism and calls for her expulsion from fellow lawmakers.
Tensions arose in the House of Representatives as conservative lawmakers confronted Speaker Mike Johnson over his $95 billion foreign aid proposal, leading to heated exchanges between different Republican factions. Lawmakers like Matt Gaetz, Lauren Boebert, and Tim Burchett expressed opposition to Johnson's plan, which includes separate bills for aid to Ukraine, Israel, and the Indo-Pacific. Rep Derrick Van Orden confronted the group, including Gaetz, with verbal jabs, while Reps Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie are also considering ousting Johnson. The Republicans are divided over the significant aid package, similar in cost to the Senate's previous funding for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan.
14 months after being temporarily exiled, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene returns to Washington, turning her punishment into a platform for conservative influence and potentially fueling vice presidential rumors. Greene filed a motion to trigger a vote on Speaker Mike Johnson's ouster, enraged by his government funding deal with Senate Democrats and the White House. Despite disagreements, McCarthy refrains from condemning Greene's actions, in contrast to his own ouster situation.
Rep. Paul Gosar, along with Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie, has signed a motion to remove Speaker Mike Johnson from his role. The House could potentially consider this motion within two legislative days, with conservative lawmakers criticizing Johnson for his foreign aid bills and reliance on Democrats for support. Some GOP hardliners, like Rep. Chip Roy and Rep. Eli Crane, have expressed discontent but have not confirmed their support for ousting the speaker.
House Democrats are considering saving Mike Johnson's speakership if he announces plans to approve aid to Ukraine. While Johnson has shown openness to a bipartisan plan in the House, Democrats are hesitant due to new border security restrictions and turning the aid into a loan. The first procedural vote to oust Johnson is expected to address Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's resolution. Democrats are waiting for Johnson to publicly outline his intentions on Ukraine aid before deciding on the vote.
Speaker Mike Johnson of the House GOP Conference is facing backlash for potentially bypassing the 72-hour rule on bill text review, with the $1.2 trillion spending package released less than 48 hours before the government funding deadline. Conservative members, including Rep. Ralph Norman, criticized the move, calling it "insanity" and expressing disappointment. There are calls to leverage a government shutdown for policy concessions from the Democrat-controlled Senate and White House.
Former President Donald Trump has expressed support for House Speaker Mike Johnson amid Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene's efforts to remove him from leadership position after a $95 billion foreign aid vote. Trump highlighted Johnson's support during his time in NATO and praised his efforts in securing economic assistance for Ukraine. Trump emphasized the need for electing new members of Congress and senators, stating that winning the presidency is crucial to avoid the decline of the country.
Senator Thom Tillis, a Republican from North Carolina, condemned Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene from Georgia for opposing a $95 billion foreign aid bill, which includes aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, as well as provisions related to TikTok. Greene has criticized the bill and called for the removal of House Speaker Mike Johnson. Greene's actions have divided the GOP and drawn criticism from both sides.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La, faced criticism from top Democrats, including Rep Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, for condemning anti-Israel protests at Columbia University where he visited Jewish students amid safety concerns. New York Governor Kathy Hochul accused Johnson of politicizing the demonstrations and urged him to focus on addressing pressing issues like migration and border security.
House Republicans, led by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Rep. Mark Green, walked the impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate, making him the first Cabinet secretary in nearly 150 years to be impeached. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer plans to quickly dismiss the trial, while GOP Leader Mitch McConnell opposes tabling the articles. The Senate is expected to decide Mayorkas' fate, with uncertainty looming over his future as the Democrat-held Senate is likely to acquit him.
Following the successful motion to vacate the speakership of Kevin McCarthy of California on October 3, 2023, the members of the U.S. House of Representatives began holding an extremely rare intra-term election for speaker of the House on October 17. In the 118th Congress, McCarthy's House Republican Conference holds the majority of seats. He had previously been elected on January 7, 2023, after an unusual fifteen rounds of voting in the January speakership election. Patrick McHenry of North Carolina, also a Republican, served as speaker pro tempore until a new speaker was elected. This was the 129th speaker election since the office was created in 1789. On the fourth ballot of voting on October 25, 2023, the Republican Party's fourth nominee, Mike Johnson of Louisiana was elected the 56th speaker of the House.Hakeem Jeffries of New York was unanimously nominated by the House Democratic Caucus on October 10. Majority Leader Steve Scalise of Louisiana was initially nominated by the House Republican Conference on October 11, but he withdrew from the race the next day. Jim Jordan of Ohio was nominated on a second internal Republican conference vote on October 13.In the first round of voting, Jeffries received 212 votes from all Democrats, Jim Jordan received 200 votes from most Republicans, and seven others received some Republican votes despite not being formally nominated. As no person received the majority of votes cast, a second round of voting was necessary. On the second round, a net of two Republicans switched their vote from Jordan to other candidates. In the third round, a further three switched their vote from Jordan, bringing the total Republicans against Jordan to 25. As it had become clear Jordan did not have enough support to be elected Speaker, the House Republican Conference voted to remove him as the Republican Party's nominee for Speaker.On October 24, the conference nominated Majority Whip Tom Emmer, who withdrew shortly after former president Donald Trump voiced his opposition to Emmer's candidacy. That night, Louisiana representative and conference Vice Chair Mike Johnson was selected in Emmer's place, having previously come in second place against him.In the fourth round, held on October 25, Johnson received 220 votes and was elected speaker, while Jeffries came in second place with 209 votes. Unlike previous ballots, no Republicans defected, and every representative present voted for their party's nominee for Speaker.
James Michael Johnson (born January 30, 1972) is an American politician and lawyer serving as the 56th speaker of the United States House of Representatives since October 25, 2023. A member of the Republican Party, he is in his fourth House term, having represented Louisiana's 4th congressional district since 2017.Johnson is a graduate of the Paul M. Hebert Law Center at Louisiana State University. Before entering politics, he worked as an attorney in private practice and for Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF); at ADF, he advocated for sodomy laws and criminalizing homosexuality, writing an amicus brief that opposed the eventual U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Lawrence v. Texas (2003). A young-earth creationist, Johnson sat on the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission of the Southern Baptist Convention between 2004 and 2012.Johnson's political career began when he was elected to the Louisiana House of Representatives in 2015; he served in that body until 2017. He was first elected to represent Louisiana's 4th congressional district in 2016. He has been identified as a member of the Christian right. During his time in Congress, he contested the results of the 2020 presidential election on the House floor and in court. He supported bills that would institute a nationwide ban on abortion. Johnson was chair of the Republican Study Committee, the largest caucus of conservatives in Congress, from 2019 to 2021. He was vice chair of the House Republican Conference from 2021 to 2023.On October 25, 2023, following the ousting of Kevin McCarthy from the speakership, Johnson was elected as the 56th speaker of the House.
The feud between former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Florida GOP Rep. Matt Gaetz intensified over an alleged offer to halt an Ethics Committee investigation. McCarthy advised the Republican conference not to fear a motion to vacate, hinting at Gaetz's attempt to block an ethics complaint. South Carolina GOP Rep. Ralph Norman disputed McCarthy's account of a conversation between McCarthy and Gaetz, suggesting an unusual interaction that Gaetz denied involved any illicit offers.
In a recent session in the House of Representatives, Republican members engaged in weight insults towards each other and submitted outlandish amendments, including Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene's demand for 'space lasers' at the southern border and trolling of her own conspiracy theory about Jewish space lasers controlling the weather. The session also involved discussions about a $26 billion Israel aid bill and bills to fund Ukraine, Israel, and the Indo-Pacific. Additionally, there were amendments proposed to designate Greene as 'Vladimir Putin's Special Envoy to the U.S.' and to rename her office the 'Neville Chamberlain Room.'
House Speaker Mike Johnson is calling for Columbia University President Minouche Shafik's resignation, criticizing her for being 'inept' and 'weak' in handling pro-Palestinian student protests and antisemitism on campus. Johnson's visit to Columbia was met with mixed reactions from students. Similar calls from political figures have led to recent resignations of other university presidents. Columbia students have been protesting Israel's actions and demanding divestment from companies supporting Israel, leading to arrests and ongoing unrest on campus. House Republicans have threatened to withdraw federal funding from Columbia and other universities experiencing similar issues.
Former Rep Peter Meijer, who previously lost his House seat after voting to impeach then-President Donald Trump, has withdrawn his candidacy from the crowded Republican Senate primary in Michigan citing a changed landscape and lack of a clear pathway to victory. Former Rep Mike Rogers, endorsed by Trump and the National Republican Senatorial Committee, has solidified GOP support in the race. The Democratic field includes front-runner Rep Elissa Slotkin, actor Hill Harper, and businessman Nasser Beydoun, with Democratic Sen Debbie Stabenow not seeking re-election.
Florida GOP Representative Bill Posey announced that he will not be seeking re-election due to unspecified circumstances, endorsing former Florida Senate President Mike Haridopolos as his successor. Posey, a supporter of former President Donald Trump, has endorsed Haridopolos, praising his conservative values and work ethic. With Posey's exit, the Republican primary in Posey's district will feature Haridopolos, Joe Babits, and John Hearton. Posey's decision makes him the 23rd GOP member of Congress not seeking re-election, with 25 Democrats also opting out.
Tennessee's Republican-dominated House spiked a bill that would have prohibited local governments from funding reparations for slavery. The bill faced opposition despite previously passing the Republican-controlled Senate. Controversy over expelling Black Democratic lawmakers for a gun control protest also influenced the decision. The push for reparations resurfaced amid changes to the board of Tennessee State University, prompting criticism of white GOP leaders. House members avoided a heated debate on reparations amid escalating tensions. Democratic Rep. Larry Miller emphasized the importance of studying history and discussing reparations.
This is the electoral history of Mike Johnson, who has served as a United States representative from Louisiana since 2017 and speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives since 2023. Johnson previously served in the Louisiana House of Representatives, representing the 8th district from 2015 to 2017.
The US House of Representatives approved a $60 billion aid package for Ukraine with $300 million aimed at bolstering border security amid Russia's invasion. The vote was 311 to 112, with 101 Republicans in favor and Speaker Mike Johnson facing opposition due to the lack of border security measures. Concerns were raised by lawmakers like Rep. Chip Roy, who criticized the aid package as prioritizing Ukraine over US border security. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov criticized the approval of aid, warning of more conflict and casualties in Ukraine.
The 46th and incumbent U.S. president Joe Biden has seen multiple efforts by some members of the Republican Party to impeach him. An impeachment inquiry against Biden was launched in September 2023, without a vote, by House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who designated three House committees led by James Comer, chairman of House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. A number of prominent Republican lawmakers, along with Donald Trump and some of his political allies, have indicated the motivation behind efforts to impeach Biden is also driven by resentment over Trump's previous two impeachments.There has often been a lack of consensus among supporters of impeachment as to what the root offenses for an impeachment should be. Issues that have been floated by prominent proponents have included Biden's handling of illegal immigration at the United States–Mexico border, the handling of the United States' withdrawal of troops from Afghanistan, Biden's extension of a federal COVID-19 eviction moratorium, other COVID-19 pandemic-related actions of Biden, business dealings of Biden's son Hunter (incorporating allegations of the Biden–Ukraine conspiracy theory), Biden's energy policy, the Joe Biden classified documents incident, and the accusation that Biden is "weaponizing" the government.During the Democratic-controlled 117th United States Congress, Republican members submitted nine resolutions to impeach Biden, although expressed support for these resolutions was limited among Republicans in the United States House of Representatives, as none of these resolutions had more than seven cosponsors, and a number had no cosponsors. More than half of the resolutions were submitted by Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, who submitted the first impeachment resolution on the first full day of Biden's presidency. Ahead of the 2022 United States House of Representatives elections, many news outlets predicted that impeachment might receive high priority from House Republicans if they retook the majority. However, after Republicans won a much weaker majority than many had predicted they would, many news outlets expected that the prospects of an impeachment were less likely. Several resolutions to impeach were introduced in the Republican-majority 118th United States Congress, but these did not advance beyond committee and have received very few co-sponsors.On July 24, 2023, Republican Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy stated that he sees House investigations into Biden as likely to justify a future impeachment inquiry. McCarthy launched such an inquiry on September 12, 2023, doing so without holding a House vote. There have also been differing degrees of efforts to impeach other Biden administration officials, including Vice President Kamala Harris, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, and Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Secretary Mayorkas was impeached in February 2024. Despite neither the earlier Comer committee investigation nor the impeachment inquiry finding evidence of wrongdoing by the president, on December 13, 2023, majority House Republicans unanimously approved a resolution to initiate formal impeachment proceedings. Democrats unanimously voted against the resolution.
The USPS announced its plan to reroute Reno-area mail processing to Sacramento, facing criticism from Nevada lawmakers concerned about mail ballot processing rates. Postmaster General DeJoy sees it as a cost-saving move, but lawmakers cite lack of transparency. The decision could impact mail service in the region, raising fears of disenfranchisement and slower mail processing. Lawmakers, including Sen. Rosen, oppose the move, expressing concerns about delays due to the distance and harsh weather between Reno and Sacramento.
Marjorie Taylor Greene (née Taylor; born May 27, 1974), also known by her initials MTG, is an American far-right politician, businesswoman, and conspiracy theorist who has been the U.S. representative for Georgia's 14th congressional district since 2021. A member of the Republican Party, she was elected to Congress in 2020 following the retirement of Republican incumbent Tom Graves and was reelected in 2022.Greene has promoted antisemitic, white supremacist, and far-right conspiracy theories, including the white genocide conspiracy theory, QAnon, and Pizzagate. Other extremist conspiracy theories she has promoted include government involvement in mass shootings in the United States, baseless allegations of murder against the Clinton family, and 9/11 conspiracy theories. Before running for Congress, she supported calls to execute prominent Democratic Party politicians, including Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. As a congresswoman, she equated the Democratic Party with Nazis, and compared COVID-19 safety measures to the persecution of Jews during the Holocaust, later apologizing for this comparison. During the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine, Greene promoted Russian propaganda and praised Vladimir Putin. Greene identifies as a Christian nationalist.A strong supporter of former president Donald Trump, Greene aided and supported Trump's attempts to overturn the 2020 U.S. presidential election and has since supported Trump's false claims of a stolen election. She called for the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election in Georgia to be decertified, and was part of a group of Republican legislators who unsuccessfully challenged votes for Joe Biden during the 2021 United States Electoral College vote count, even though federal agencies and courts overseeing the election found no evidence of electoral fraud. Days after Biden's inauguration, Greene filed articles of impeachment alleging abuse of power.On February 4, 2021, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to remove her from all committee roles, in response to her statements and endorsements of political violence. Eleven Republicans joined the unanimous Democrats in the vote. She was appointed to new committee roles in January 2023. In June 2023, Greene was expelled from the conservative House Freedom Caucus after insulting Congresswoman Lauren Boebert, another member of the caucus.
Kansas Republican state senators have blocked efforts to debate on legalizing medical marijuana and expanding Medicaid before the legislative session adjourns. Supporters argue they have popular support but face resistance. Kansas remains among 6 states not legalizing medical marijuana or expanding Medicaid, citing lack of voter initiative. The vote was 12-25 for medical marijuana and both proposals are seen as political grandstanding due to the GOP's Senate majority.
Minnesota state senator, Nicole Mitchell, 49, has been relieved of her committee assignments and removed from caucus meetings after being charged with one count of first-degree burglary, a felony, in connection with an incident where she allegedly broke into her stepmother's home to retrieve her late father's possessions. Mitchell denies the burglary and has been released with conditions not to contact her stepmother. The case has been referred to the Senate's Subcommittee on Ethical Conduct. Lawmakers have called for Mitchell's resignation, citing the unbecoming behavior of a legislator.
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell attributes the success of a $95 billion foreign aid package, which included crucial aid for Ukraine, to former President Trump's decision to remain silent on the matter. McConnell secured aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan by rallying 30 Republicans against isolationism. He plans to continue fighting isolationism, making it his mission even after stepping down as Republican leader. Trump's support indirectly through House Speaker Mike Johnson's efforts shifted the party away from isolationism toward American global leadership.
The Arizona GOP has chosen state Sen. Jake Hoffman, indicted for attempting to overturn President Biden's 2020 win, as a national committeeman. Alongside Hoffman, former state Rep. Liz Harris, expelled for questioning the election, was elected as a national committeewoman. Hoffman and Harris are described as leaders in election denialism, with their selection indicative of the Arizona GOP's recent transformation according to a Republican strategist. Harris was removed from office for inviting an election denier to provide unsubstantiated claims at a televised hearing. The Arizona GOP did not provide immediate comment on the selections.
The Republican-controlled Arizona House failed to advance a repeal of the state's 160-year-old abortion ban, impacting reproductive rights and GOP candidates like former President Donald Trump and US Senate candidate Kari Lake. Lawmakers voted against discussing the repeal bill, maintaining the ban that allows abortions only to save the pregnant person's life. Arizona could revert to a 15-week abortion restriction if the 1864 ban is repealed, joining 14 states with near-total abortion bans. The state court delayed the ban's enforcement to allow legal challenges, permitting abortions for now.
The House Rules Committee voted 9-3 to advance a package of bills providing aid to Israel, Ukraine, and other allies. Republican Reps Chip Roy, Thomas Massie, and Ralph Norman voted against the rule due to the lack of conservative border security provisions with aid to Ukraine. The full House will now vote on the rule and begin debate on the foreign aid bills, expected to pass with bipartisan support.
A dozen Utah Republicans are competing for the party nomination to replace Mitt Romney in the U.S. Senate, showcasing a divide between the moderate and far-right factions of the party. The race will also reveal the influence of former President Donald Trump's support, with candidates aligning with either Romney or conservative Mike Lee. The winner of the state GOP convention could gain momentum for the primary election on June 25, ultimately aiming to connect with general Utah Republican values.
The Supreme Court rejected an appeal from Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene, Thomas Massie, and Ralph Norman challenging fines they received for not wearing masks in the House during the Covid pandemic. The court let a lower court ruling stand, upholding the $500 fines issued in May 2021. The lawmakers were protesting the mask rules despite CDC guidance. Lower courts had ruled that they did not have the basis to sue based on the 27th Amendment. House Speaker Mike Johnson's lawyers urged the court to uphold the ruling due to the Speech and Debate Clause.
Riverton Mayor Trent Staggs secured the state Republican Party's nomination for U.S. Senate, backed by former President Donald Trump, but faces competition from U.S. Rep John Curtis and former Utah House Speaker Brad Wilson in the June 25 primary. State Rep Phil Lyman received the GOP nomination for Utah governor, yet incumbent Gov Spencer Cox is still considered the favorite for the primary, as Utah GOP voters tend to favor moderates in statewide elections.
The New York Post front page featured a mocked-up image of Marjorie Taylor Greene wearing a Soviet cap, criticizing her opposition to military aid for Ukraine and celebrating her failure to stop the aid bill passage. Greene, a pro-Trump congresswoman, faces backlash from sections of the US right for her conspiracy theories and support of Donald Trump's views on Ukraine. Despite her efforts, the aid bill passed the Republican-led House, providing military support to Israel and Taiwan. Greene's opposition to aid aligns with Trump's initial stance but contrasts with recent softening after a meeting with Poland's president.
During the State of the Union address, Speaker Mike Johnson rolled his eyes and made perplexed expressions as President Biden spoke. Johnson later apologized to Biden for the viral memes depicting the incident during a Capitol Hill event celebrating US-Ireland relations. Biden appreciated the apology, contrasting Johnson's decorum to Nancy Pelosi's actions at a previous address. Johnson's desire to be a gentleman in politics was noted, despite his criticisms of Biden's policies like the handling of the US-Mexico border.
The speaker of the United States House of Representatives, commonly known as the speaker of the House, is the presiding officer of the United States House of Representatives. The office was established in 1789 by Article I, Section II, of the U.S. Constitution. By custom and House rules, the speaker is the political and parliamentary leader of the House and is simultaneously its presiding officer, de facto leader of the body's majority party, and the institution's administrative head. Speakers also perform various other administrative and procedural functions. Given these several roles and responsibilities, the speaker usually does not personally preside over debates—that duty is instead delegated to members of the House from the majority party—nor regularly participate in floor debates.The Constitution does not explicitly require the speaker to be an incumbent member of the House of Representatives, although every speaker thus far has been, and as a member the speaker also represents their district and retains the right to vote. The speaker is second in the United States presidential line of succession, after the vice president and ahead of the president pro tempore of the Senate.The 56th and current Speaker of the House is Mike Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana.
The House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a $26 billion foreign aid bill that provides funding for Israel and humanitarian aid to Gaza, polarizing right and left-wing members. The bill passed 366 to 58, with provisions prohibiting funding for the UN Relief Agency and supporting Israel's conservative government led by PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Tensions in the Middle East have escalated, particularly between Israel and Iran. Progressives and some Republicans opposed the bill, while President Biden is expected to sign the bill into law, despite backlash from the progressive left.
Nikki Haley suspended her presidential campaign after Super Tuesday losses without endorsing Donald Trump, prompting her allies in South Carolina to support Trump's bid for the presidency in 2024. Key figures like Sen. Tim Scott and Rep. Ralph Norman have backed Trump, urging Haley to do the same. Haley emphasized the importance of Trump earning the support of those who did not originally back him in order to beat President Joe Biden. Trump, on the other hand, welcomed Haley's supporters to join his movement and criticized Biden, signaling a fierce competition between the two parties for the upcoming election.
Reporter, HuffPost The Daily Show on Thursday mocked Donald Trump s attempts to paint himself as an everyman while simultaneously seeking total immunity for potentially illegal acts he committed when he was president. Trump, on his way to his hush money trial, visited a construction site and Fox News waxed lyrical about him being just like one of the construction workers he posed for pictures with. It was at stark odds with a Trump lawyers absolute immunity argument for the presumptive GOP nominee in a Supreme Court hearing that took place the same day, noted Daily Show guest hosts Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper . Chieng and Klepper conducted a spoof interview with correspondent Michael Kosta in which Kosta amusingly tied himself in knots explaining why Trump can be both things he claims. With Trumps construction site visit, Kosta said hed again proved that he is a man of the people; blue-collar workers, union guys, Donald J.
President Joe Biden and his team pushed for additional aid for Ukraine through public and private efforts, including meetings, phone calls, and briefings with House Speaker Mike Johnson. The administration emphasized the consequences of inaction, particularly highlighting the national security implications for the US and Europe if Russian President Vladimir Putin succeeds. The push for aid began six months ago with briefings to Johnson on Ukraine's battlefield situation, with key officials like Jake Sullivan and Shalanda Young involved in the discussions.
Protests against the war in Gaza have led to clashes between police and demonstrators at Columbia University in the US, with Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson calling for university president Nemat Shafik to resign over the failure to ensure the safety of Jewish students on campus. Demonstrators have also demanded Shafik's resignation. Columbia officials moved classes online amid safety concerns. Johnson warned of potential National Guard intervention to disperse protests. Professor Page Fortna noted objectionable incidents like flag desecration during the protests.
Tennessee House Republicans passed a bill allowing some teachers and staff to carry concealed handguns on public school grounds, with measures to prevent disclosure to parents and other teachers. The bill, if signed by Republican Gov Bill Lee, would mark the state's largest expansion of gun access since a previous school shooting. Despite opposition and protests, the bill received a 68-28 vote in favor. Lawmakers rejected Democratic amendments, and the measure now awaits the governor's decision.
The House of Representatives is expected to vote on the REPO Act, which would allow President Joe Biden to confiscate over $6 billion of frozen Russian assets in U S banks and transfer them to a special fund for Ukraine. Most of the $300 billion in frozen Russian assets are located in Germany, France, and Belgium. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson released a foreign aid package including aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. Following Putin's invasion of Ukraine, the G7 countries froze all $300 billion of Russian foreign currency reserves held in banks across Europe.
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