This time, it’s not just Democrats who are upset. While Democrats have been quick to decry President Trump’s first budget proposal to Congress, they have been joined by more than a few Republicans. While not all of them are outright condemning the proposal, many have
The Texas Democrat made the call on the House floor on Wednesday. “I rise today with a sense of responsibility and duty to the people who have elected me, a sense of duty to this country, a sense of duty to the Constitution of the
Could this be the win that Trump and GOP need? GOP claims they have the votes to make the passage of their healthcare bill a reality. Should Speaker Paul Ryan manage to finally vote on and pass GOP health bill on Thursday, it will be
The deal would fund the federal government through September. Bipartisan congressional negotiators reached an agreement late Sunday on a massive spending bill. If approved by the House and Senate the government would be funded through the end of September. According to officials, the plan would
Crisis averted, for now. Congress has approved a short-term measure to keep the government funded for another week. This will allow lawmakers more time to reach a deal on a larger spending package. The measure now heads to the president’s desk for his signature. The
In June, District 6 voters in Georgia will pick their new representative. But who to choose? It’s an election that should have received little attention and yet somehow has become a national spectacle. Not that it isn’t an important one. Certainly it’s quite important to
The powerful Utah Republican has decided to return to the private sector. Chaffetz announced Wednesday he will not be a candidate for any political office in 2018. He posted the statement on his Facebook page. “After long consultation with my family and prayerful consideration, I
Congressmen seek to ensure President Trump get approval for all actions in Syria. In this Congress, or this political climate in general, its rare to see lawmakers from opposing parties agree on anything. That is, until now. Rep. Jim McGovern (D-MA), and Rep. Tom Cole
As America approaches 100 days of President Trump, leadership questions remain. As we approach the 100 day mark, there is no doubt that Trump has failed to rally the country around him. Political divisions are as deep as they have ever been and no where
Presidential Aide Dan Scavino Jr. lashed out against Rep. Justin Amash (R-MI.), member of the Freedom Caucus, on Saturday. Echoing the methods of his boss, he called for members of the “Trump Train” to defeat Amash in the primary. “[email protected] is bringing auto plants &