Republicans
The latest on the Republican Party. Also referred to as the Grand Old Party (GOP), it is one of the two major political parties in the United States, alongside the Democratic Party. The current chairperson of the party is Ronna McDaniel, granddaughter of former Michigan Governor George Romney and the niece of Utah U.S. Senator Mitt Romney. Former President Donald Trump is the last Republican president.
George Conway, Other Lincoln Project Co-Founders, Call Group to Shut Down
Conway urged the political action committee to cease operations on Monday, after a report raised concerns about its use of donor funds amid ongoing controversy surrounding sexual harassment allegations against co-founder John Weaver.
Cindy McCain Warns GOP Can't Survive by Appealing to Humanity's 'Dark Side'
Senator John McCain's widow said the Republican Party is on the "brink" and will be forced to either "find its way or dissolve."
New York Republicans Take First Step Toward Impeaching Andrew Cuomo
"There's been one bombshell after another," Republican minority leader Will Barclay announced Monday.
Roy Blunt Won't Seek Reelection, Giving Dems Better Chance of Flipping Seat
Winning an open seat is easier than ousting an incumbent, but Republicans have held the seat in more than 30 years.
Lindsey Graham Calls Donald Trump a Cross Between Helms, Reagan and Barnum
"It's just this bigger than life deal," Graham said about Trump. "He could make the Republican Party something that nobody else I know can make it. He can make it bigger, he can make it stronger, he can make it more diverse and he also could destroy it."
Manchin Wants GOP to Have More Say in Biden's Next Package Than Stimulus
"I am not going to get on a bill that cuts them out completely before we start trying," Manchin said in a Sunday interview.
Lindsey Graham Warns Donald Trump Could 'Destroy' GOP After Combative CPAC
The Republican senator also said Trump had the power to make the party stronger and more diverse.
Joe Manchin Opens Door to Making Filibuster 'More Painful' to Use
"There's things we can talk about," the West Virginia Democrat said, suggesting modifications could be made to the Senate's contentious legislative rule.
Fox News Accused of Radicalizing Americans by Former Neo-Nazi Recruiter
Frank Meeink, once a prominent neo-Nazi, said that Fox News says the "same radical stuff that I used to say."
GOP Senator Barrasso Backs Murkowski Despite Trump's Threat Against Her
The Wyoming Republican praised Murkowski on Sunday after Trump called her "disloyal" and "very bad" and promised to campaign against her in Alaska next year.
Progressive Caucus Chair Calls Changes to Stimulus Bill 'Minor Concessions'
"The American Rescue Plan is a truly progressive and bold package that delivers on its promise to put money directly in people's pockets," Representative Pramila Jayapal said.
Lauren Boebert Accuses Dems of Being 'Obsessed With Conspiracy Theories'
"There's clearly not a threat. There was nothing that happened on March 4," said the freshman congresswoman.
'Destroy Them!' Children Burn Face Masks at Anti-Mask Rally in Idaho
"OK, that's enough for right now, kids. Just watch and let them burn," one enthusiastic anti-masker adult said in a video shared on Twitter.
Stabenow Doesn't Know How GOP 'No' Vote to Relief Bill Is 'Winning'
The Democratic Michigan senator also criticized some of her Republican colleagues filing amendments that sought to cut the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children.
Rep. Ted Lieu Says 'Big Lie' Poses Capitol Security Threat
The California congressman called on Republicans to tell members of the party that President Joe Biden won the election "fair and square."
Stop Blacklisting Republicans Who Denied Biden's Win, Business Leaders Say
The Chamber of Commerce has previously supported all eight senators who voted against President Biden's win.
Senate GOP Down One for 'Vote-a-Rama' as Sullivan Returns Home for Funeral
Sen. Sullivan's father-in-law recently passed away, and he is flying back Friday evening to Fairbanks, Alaska for the funeral.
Michelle Obama Denounces 'Partisan and Unpatriotic' Efforts to Limit Voting
The former first lady slammed what she called "partisan and unpatriotic" efforts to limit voting, all while urging the Senate to pass a voting rights bill championed by Democrats
Alabama Gov Breaks With Fellow Republicans, Sides With Biden on Mask Order
Governor Kay Ivey extended the statewide mask mandate until April 9, which will not be extended upon expiry.
New Jobless Claims Rise Again as Congress Debates Biden's $1.9T Stimulus
More than 1 million American workers filed new unemployment claims for the 50th consecutive week.
Mississippi Gov. Reeves Claims Biden Called Middle America 'Neanderthals'
President Joe Biden said that "the last thing we need is Neanderthal thinking" while discussing the easing of COVID-19 restrictions in Texas and Mississippi on Wednesday.
No Republicans Vote to Advance Election Reform Bill Passed by the House
H.R. 1—also known as the For the People Act—would touch on nearly every piece of the electoral process, including voter access and campaign finance.
Pompeo Teases Possible 2024 Run for President: 'Always Up for a Good Fight'
"I care deeply about the American conservative movement for an awfully long time now. I aim to keep at it," Pompeo said.
Mitch McConnell Thinks $1,400 Stimulus Checks Could Stop People Working
The Senate Minority Leader also predicted that Senate Democrats will unite and pass Biden's $1.9 trillion bill soon.
Graham Dismisses Trump's CPAC Voter Fraud Claims: 'I Haven't Seen Evidence'
The Republican senator said the former president's false claims aren't a "winning storyline" and get "in the way of the future."
What Polls Say About GOP Support for $1,400 Checks
Democrats and Republicans reportedly reached a deal to limit the number of people who will receive a third stimulus check, one of the few measures that has broad bipartisan support.
Joe Manchin's $11 Minimum Wage More Popular Than Biden's $15
While a majority (60 percent) of voters approve of the increase to $15 per hour, 71 percent support a more modest hike to $11.
Rep. Votes Against Education Funding That Helps Moms 'Come Out of the Home'
The state House killed a bill giving access to a $6 million federal grant after conservative lawmakers including Rep. Charlie Shepherd spoke out against it.
Lindsey Graham Doesn't Want Andrew Cuomo to Resign Without Offering Defense
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on Tuesday urged critics of Democratic New York Governor Andrew Cuomo to allow the governor to "defend himself" against multiple allegations of sexual harassment, instead of "jumping to the conclusion" that Cuomo should resign.
Kevin McCarthy Falsely Claims Democrats Outlawed Dr. Seuss from House Floor
"First they outlaw Dr. Seuss, and now they want to tell us what to say," House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy said.
