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Shutdown crisis reveals challenges for Speaker Johnson's leadership
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1 day, 18 hours ago

Shutdown crisis reveals challenges for Speaker Johnson's leadership

India Today  

WASHINGTON: One of the most turbulent sessions of Congress in the modern era is about to make way for the next one. “Ultimately, and let’s be honest, that’s going to be — a large portion of that — will be up to Donald J. Trump.” And yet, Johnson was able to buy time, convincing Trump he would meet the president-elect’s …

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Shutdown saga exposes new fault lines for Speaker Johnson and tests his grip on the gavel
1 day, 22 hours ago

Shutdown saga exposes new fault lines for Speaker Johnson and tests his grip on the gavel

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — One of the most turbulent sessions of Congress in the modern era is about to make way for the next one. Johnson’s shaky grip on the gravel Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., right and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, R-La., left, are listen during a U.S. Capitol Hanukkah event with a ceremonial Menorah lighting to commemorate …

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The Trump-Musk governing duo is clearly a work in progress
4 days, 18 hours ago

The Trump-Musk governing duo is clearly a work in progress

Politico  

The sequence highlighted the evolving dynamic with his high-profile benefactor-turned-adviser and raised an awkward question for Trump of whether he or Musk was running the show. In phone interviews with reporters at ABC, CBS and NBC, Trump also called for the debt ceiling to be eliminated or extended and emphasized that if the government did in fact shut down, “it’ll …

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GOP senators targeted by Trump allies keep door open to controversial picks
1 week, 4 days ago

GOP senators targeted by Trump allies keep door open to controversial picks

CNN  

CNN — Sen. Mike Rounds of South Dakota is the kind of Republican who has been willing to clash with Donald Trump in the past and could be seen as wavering on some of the president-elect’s more controversial choices for his Cabinet. Rounds told CNN on Wednesday he doesn’t see himself opposing any of Trump’s selections, short of “a very …

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Donald Trump stands by Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth despite drinking, sexual assault allegations: ‘He will be fantastic’
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Donald Trump stands by Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth despite drinking, sexual assault allegations: ‘He will be fantastic’

Hindustan Times  

US President-elect Donald Trump on Friday expressed public support for Pete Hegseth, his beleaguered nominee to oversee the defence department, whose confirmation by the Senate is in doubt due to claims of excessive drinking, sexual assault, and his views on women in combat. US President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be secretary of defence Pete Hegseth speaks to reporters after meeting …

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Trump defends Hegseth amid allegations of excessive drinking and sexual assault, says he believes he can be confirmed
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump defends Hegseth amid allegations of excessive drinking and sexual assault, says he believes he can be confirmed

Firstpost  

Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News Host, Army National Guard major and combat veteran, spent much of the week on Capitol Hill trying to salvage his Cabinet nomination and privately reassure Republican senators that he is fit to lead Trump’s Pentagon President-elect Donald Trump on Friday offered a public show of support for Pete Hegseth, his embattled choice to lead …

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Week in politics: Musk, Ramaswamy meets lawmakers on Capitol Hill
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Week in politics: Musk, Ramaswamy meets lawmakers on Capitol Hill

NPR  

Week in politics: Musk, Ramaswamy meets lawmakers on Capitol Hill President-elect Trump's call for government efficiency found some enthusiasm on Capitol Hill this week, while opposition for controversial nominees seemed to weaken. ELISSA NADWORNY, HOST: On Capitol Hill this week, the buzzword's been efficiency. NADWORNY: That's Senator Mike Rounds of South Dakota at the Capitol this week, as President-elect Trump's …

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Elon Musk introduces ‘DOGE Jr.’ as he plans ‘naughty and nice’ list during Capitol Hill meeting: Watch
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Elon Musk introduces ‘DOGE Jr.’ as he plans ‘naughty and nice’ list during Capitol Hill meeting: Watch

Hindustan Times  

Elon Musk seems to be taking his role in the Department of Government Efficiency quite seriously. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson walks with Vivek Ramaswamy and Elon Musk, who is carrying his son X Æ A-Xii, as they walk to a meeting to discuss President-elect Donald Trump's planned Department of Government Efficiency, on Capitol Hill in Washington, Elon Musk …

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Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's DOGE mission: Revolutionising governance on Capitol Hill
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's DOGE mission: Revolutionising governance on Capitol Hill

India Today  

WASHINGTON: It's DOGE time at the US Capitol. Billionaire Elon Musk arrived at Capitol Hill on Thursday, expected to be joined by fellow entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy, for meetings with legislators behind closed doors about President-elect Donald Trump's plans to “dismantle” the federal government. “I think that’ll be a great start to the whole process,” said Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., …

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Republicans (Quietly) Disagree With Trump on the Fed
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Republicans (Quietly) Disagree With Trump on the Fed

Politico  

The president-elect’s chief issue with the Fed seems to be that he wants more influence over its decisions. Powell’s term also ends in May 2026, at which time Trump will be able to pick a new Fed chief, who could shift the modern, arms-length relationship between presidents and central bank leaders. “I like the way it’s set up right now,” …

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Playbook: Pete Hegseth's last stand
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Playbook: Pete Hegseth's last stand

Politico  

Playbook: Pete Hegseth’s last stand Presented by With help from Eli Okun, Garrett Ross and Bethany Irvine DRIVING THE DAY BIG FAMILY NEWS — From Global Editor in Chief John Harris: Rachael Bade — who for the past four years has been a Playbook co-author and for the past 14 years has fashioned a reputation as one of the best …

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Hegseth fights to save Pentagon nomination as sources say Trump considers DeSantis
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Hegseth fights to save Pentagon nomination as sources say Trump considers DeSantis

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — A defiant Pete Hegseth fought to save his nomination to be Donald Trump’s defense secretary Wednesday as the president-elect considered possible replacements in the face of growing questions about the former Fox News host’s personal conduct and ability to win Senate confirmation. He said he told Hegseth “it’s really important that we have a clear eyed secretary of …

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Fox News stars defend imperiled ex-colleague Pete Hegseth amid misconduct allegations
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Fox News stars defend imperiled ex-colleague Pete Hegseth amid misconduct allegations

CNN  

New York CNN — Pete Hegseth’s former colleagues at Fox News are rallying to his side. Last week, when The New York Times reported on the existence of a scathing 2018 email from Hegseth’s mother Penelope saying he “abused” many women, comments a short time later she said she regretted, Fox ignored the story completely. The network also ignored a …

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Trump considers DeSantis for the Pentagon with Hegseth under pressure over allegations
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Trump considers DeSantis for the Pentagon with Hegseth under pressure over allegations

LA Times  

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Defense secretary, meets with Sen. Tommy Tuberville, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, at the Capitol in Washington on Monday. Pete Hegseth fought to save his nomination to be Donald Trump’s Defense secretary Wednesday as the president-elect considered possible replacements amid growing questions about the former Fox News host’s personal conduct …

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‘Aliens checking over Congress?’: Eerie lights over Capitol Hill spark UFO concerns in America, netizens react
3 weeks, 3 days ago

‘Aliens checking over Congress?’: Eerie lights over Capitol Hill spark UFO concerns in America, netizens react

Live Mint  

A rare sight of unexplained lights over US Capitol Hill sparked speculations about aliens flying over America. Besides photos, several social media users shared videos of Capitol Hill, where the four lights remained fixated above the building's dome. Mysterious lights over US Capitol Hill dome | Watch videos “The lights at the U.S. Capitol building have been causing ‘UFO sightings’ …

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UFO over Capitol Hill? Viral snap sparks frenzy after Congress hearings on alleged ‘alien’ spacecraft programs
3 weeks, 3 days ago

UFO over Capitol Hill? Viral snap sparks frenzy after Congress hearings on alleged ‘alien’ spacecraft programs

Hindustan Times  

A snap taken by US Air Force veteran and licensed tour guide Dennis Diggins reportedly displayed an apparent UFO sighting over Capitol Hill this week. According to the NYP, US Air Force veteran and licensed tour guide Dennis Diggins' snap of an apparent UFO sighting over the US Capitol Hill has sparked concerns online. Apparent UFO sighting over Capitol Hill …

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How to deal with the new US Congress
3 weeks, 5 days ago

How to deal with the new US Congress

New Indian Express  

India’s public obsession with Donald Trump’s victorious return to the White House has largely ignored the formidable challenges that New Delhi will face on Capitol Hill from January next year. A longstanding bipartisan consensus on India is likely to fray unless South Block—the seat of the prime minister’s office and the ministries of external affairs and defence—redoubles efforts to woo …

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President-elect Trump has made his top Cabinet picks. What happens next?
4 weeks, 1 day ago

President-elect Trump has made his top Cabinet picks. What happens next?

NPR  

President-elect Trump has made his top Cabinet picks. DETROW: Let's start with Trump's pick for attorney general, which is now Pam Bondi because former Congressman Matt Gaetz withdrew his name from consideration. President-elect Trump initially pick Gaetz and threw his full support behind him for the job of attorney general. Worth noting that a day before Gaetz withdrew, the House …

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With Gaetz out, Trump picks former Florida AG Pam Bondi for attorney general
1 month ago

With Gaetz out, Trump picks former Florida AG Pam Bondi for attorney general

NPR  

With Gaetz out, Trump picks former Florida AG Pam Bondi for attorney general AILSA CHANG, HOST: This afternoon, President-elect Donald Trump's first pick for attorney general, former Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz, withdrew from consideration for the job. Then this evening, Trump named his new pick to lead the Justice Department, former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi. LUCAS: Well, as you …

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White House Pushes Democrats To Send Weapons To Israel
1 month ago

White House Pushes Democrats To Send Weapons To Israel

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING The Biden administration is aggressively pushing senators to bless continued U.S. weapons shipments for Israel ahead of a first-of-its-kind vote in Congress on the policy, HuffPost has learned ― and administration officials are suggesting lawmakers who vote against the arms are empowering American and Israeli foes from Iran to the militant groups Hamas and Hezbollah, which the …

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Health Insurance For Millions Is Now Officially At Stake
1 month ago

Health Insurance For Millions Is Now Officially At Stake

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Everyone knew what Donald Trump and the Republicans had in mind for health care when they were about to take power eight years ago, because they had announced their intentions repeatedly — and loudly. Pressed on specifics, he famously said during his televised debate with Vice President Kamala Harris that he had “concepts of a plan.” Prominent …

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Republicans secure majority in US House, now have full control of Congress
1 month, 1 week ago

Republicans secure majority in US House, now have full control of Congress

India Today  

Republicans have won enough seats to control the US House, completing the party’s sweep into power and securing their hold on the US government alongside President-elect Donald Trump. When Trump was elected president in 2016, Republicans also swept Congress, but he still encountered Republican leaders resistant to his policy ideas, as well as a Supreme Court with a liberal majority. …

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Republicans win 218 US House seats, giving Trump’s party full control of Washington
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1 month, 1 week ago

Republicans win 218 US House seats, giving Trump’s party full control of Washington

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Republicans have won enough seats to control the U.S. House, …

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Republicans secure 218 seats, take House majority
1 month, 1 week ago

Republicans secure 218 seats, take House majority

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: Republicans have won enough seats to control the U.S. House, completing the party’s sweep into power and securing their hold on U.S. government alongside President-elect Donald Trump. When Trump was elected president in 2016, Republicans also swept Congress, but he still encountered Republican leaders resistant to his policy ideas, as well as a Supreme Court with a liberal majority. …

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