North Carolina Governor Blocks Republican Attempt to Use Hurricane Relief Bill to Limit Power of Incoming Democratic Leaders
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper blocked a hurricane relief bill that contained clauses to limit the power of incoming Democratic leaders and transfer it to Republican officials.
Trump Once Distanced Himself From Project 2025, Now He is Inviting Its Top Architects to His Administration
From immigration, to CIA and the FCC, some of Project 2025's top contributors and architects will serve in Trump's second term come January
The Gender Paradox in U.S. Politics: Women Are Advancing in State Legislatures but Stall Elsewhere
For the first time since 2016, women did not see net gains in congressional representation. But at the state level, female lawmakers set a record high.
MAGA Hardliners Claim Immigration Hurts American Workers. Experts Say Otherwise
Vice President-elect JD Vance says that deporting migrants will bring back American men into the workforce, do experts agree?
From DACA to TPS: How a Second Trump Term Could Affect Immigration Programs and How States Are Working To Prevent It
As Trump is set to move into the White House in a few weeks, immigrants, experts and lawmakers brace for the next four years of promised immigration crackdown
Jim Jordan Issues Three-Word Demand For Biden's Attorney General, DHS Secretary: 'Preserve Your Records'
The Department of Justice responded to Jordan's insinuations by saying the department holds "legal obligations" of preserving records
Philadelphia City Council Prepares to Protect LGBTQ Residents With New Resolution Ahead of Trump Term
Philadelphia will become the latest city to assess how to prepare and protect their vulnerable residents ahead of the new Trump administration
Florida Rep. Luna Defends Trump's Cabinet Picks: 'He Wants People Who Know How to Message' Americans
Three of Trump's original picks have faced serious allegations of sexual impropriety, including Matt Gaetz who withdrew from Attorney General consideration
Ruben Gallego Reveals How Democrats Can Win Back Latino Vote From GOP After Winning Arizona Senate Race
The 2024 general election saw a historic shift of Latino voters to the right. As Democrats look forward to the 2026 midterms, Gallego offers some advice.
GOP Leader Mitch McConnell Among Republicans Who Refused to Vote for Matt Gaetz Nomination: Report
Matt Gaetz's short-lived nomination for U.S. Attorney General reportedly faced insurmountable opposition within his own party, including Mitch McConnell.
Anti-Trans Republican Nancy Mace Calls for LGBTQ+ Pride Celebration in Resurfaced Social Media Post
Despite recent anti-transgender legislation, South Caroline Rep. Nancy Mace previously called for "celebrating Pride" in a resurfaced social media post.
Democratic Arizona Governor Open to Collaboration with Trump on Border Security if It Won't Harm Families
Governor Hobbs backs anti-fentanyl efforts but opposes mass deportations, warning of harm to Arizona communities and diversion from effective border security
GOP Divided Over Mass Deportation Plans as Hardliners Clash with Moderates on Immigration Strategy
In Texas, Tony Gonzales warns that mass deportations would hurt the GOP, while Chip Roy calls for a halt to legal immigration until unlawful migration is resolved
Trump Rages After Dems Successfully Use Republican SpaceX Trip to Appoint Biden Judges: 'No More Judges'
Senate Democrats confirmed more of President Biden's judicial nominees, despite Trump's efforts to block new appointments before January.
Republicans Vote to Protect Matt Gaetz, Refuse to Release Ethics Report on Sex Misconduct Probe
The U.S. House Ethics Committee and Republicans voted to withhold a report detailing findings from its years-long investigation into allegations against Matt Gaetz.
Republican Leader Bans Trans Women from Using Women's Bathroom in US Capitol Building: 'Women Deserve Women's Only Spaces'
Speaker Mike Johnson announced transgender women will be banned from using women's restrooms and locker facilities throughout the U.S. Capitol complex.
Venezuelan Migrant Found Guilty of The Murder of 22-Year-Old Nursing Student Laken Riley
Riley's February murder sent shockwaves through the nation, sparking heating debates— led by Trump's MAGA allies— over immigration and border security
Trump Accidentally Helps Dems Get Key Judicial Nominees Approved by Taking Republicans to Watch SpaceX Launch
Republican senators expressed that Trump was hurting their progress by taking some congress members to watch the SpaceX launch, causing them to miss votes.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Says First Transgender Congressmember Using Women's Room Would Be 'Assault'
During an interview, Greene continuously misgendered Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender member in Congress
Two Weeks Post-Elections, Some High-Profile Candidates in Congressional Races Refuse to Concede Their Races
From Arizona to Pennsylvania, key congressional races are not over yet, as some candidates question election integrity or say their contest is too close to call
Wisconsin Republican Eric Hovde Finally Concedes His Defeat Against Tammy Baldwin in Senate Race
"It's time to move on," said the Trump-backed candidate in a social media post
Matt Gaetz Accuser's Attorney Reveals New Details About Alleged Encounter With Minor During 'Group Sex Situation'
According to Joel Leppard, his clients attended more than five and as many as 10 "sex parties" with Gaetz involving "group sex situations" and illegal drugs
Kari Lake Settles Suit From Republican Arizona Official Over Election Denial Claims
Lake blamed the local official for her loss in the state's 2022 gubernatorial race. The details of the settlement are confidential
How Recess Appointments Could Clear the Way for Trump's Cabinet Picks to Take Office
Trump is moving quickly to fill his Cabinet positions, but as he picks polarizing names, he simultaneously pushes for unilateral recess appointments.
House Republicans to Grill FEMA Head Over Alleged 'Bias' Towards Trump-Supporting Hurricane Victims
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said the Oversight Committee will have Deanne Criswell "for her failures and blatant political bias against Trump supporters"
Who Are The Republican Senators Who Could Block Some Of Trump's Most Controversial Appointments
Six GOP Senators will prove decisive on whether Trump's nominations breeze through or not.
Republican Senator Says Any Lawmaker Who Votes Against Trump Cabinet Picks Will Face Removal from Senate: 'He Deserves the Team He Wants'
Alabama's Tommy Tuberville warned his fellow Republicans against challenging the president-elect's wishes
Texas Lawmaker Says Republicans Must Do 'Whatever' Trump Tells Them Without Question: If He Says Jump 'We All Jump'
Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX) stated that Republicans must fully embrace the mission of President-elect Donald Trump, "whatever it is."
Lara Trump Pitches Herself As The Next Florida Senator As Marco Rubio Is Confirmed As Secretary Of State Nominee
"If I am able to serve, I would love to serve the people of Florida," said the wife of Eric Trump
Republicans 'Gasp' as Trump Announces Matt Gaetz, Who Is Under Investigation for Alleged Sex with Minor, as Attorney General Nominee
Republicans gasped when President-elect Donald Trump announced Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz, who is currently under investigation, as his nominee for attorney general.