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.
Dems Twice as Likely as Repubs to Support D.C., Puerto Rico Statehood: Poll
About half of all Democrats support statehood for both Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico, while only one-quarter of Republicans agree, according to a new poll.
Buttigieg Appeals to GOP on Infrastructure: 'We're Already Losing the Race'
President Joe Biden recently unveiled his infrastructure plan, which is estimated to cost between $2.2 and $2.7 trillion.
Christian Pastor Claims Biden Surrounded By 'Demonic Hedge of Protection'
Pastor Mario Murillo said Christians should pray for the nation to "wake up from this spell."
'Go Big': Progressives Want Biden to Back Larger Infrastructure Bill
Progressive lawmakers have proposed pushing through a $10 trillion infrastructure package instead.
Gab Welcomes GOP Texas Chairman After State Party Votes to Delete Account
The Republican Party of Texas, which previously said it would "always fight censorship," is leaving the platform.
Arnold Schwarzenegger Dismisses Gavin Newsom's Claim Recall Is GOP Driven
Schwarzenegger told Politico that "these are the signatures of the ordinary folks that have signed on."
Ocasio-Cortez Shrugs Off Biden's $2Tn Infrastructure Package as Not Enough
"Needs to be way bigger," the progressive congresswoman said, adding that the money is spread out over 10 years, while the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan is for this year alone, with some provisions lasting two years.
Only 54% of Republicans Say They'd Use Trump's Social Media Platform: Poll
A new poll finds that 54 percent of Republicans say they would use the social media platform that former President Donald Trump plans to launch, while the same percentage of all respondents say that they would not use the platform.
Will There Be More Stimulus Checks? Dems Face Recurring Payments Struggle
Democrats are pushing President Joe Biden to include recurring payments in his economic plan but it's unlikely they'll get enough support from Republicans.
No, There's No Border Crisis. Republicans Are Perpetuating Another Big Lie
Republicans are outraged—outraged!—at the surge of migrants at the southern border. Republicans are outraged—outraged!—at the surge of migrants at the southern border. But in fact, despite the surging hysteria from Republican ranks, there is no surge of migrants at the border.
Wall Street Bonuses Rose by 1,217% in Past 35 Years
The federal minimum wage has not been raised in more than a decade, but Democrats are pushing to increase it to $15 an hour.
Indiana Rep. Under Fire for Slavery Comments to Black Surgeon on Facebook
"Blacks captured and sold blacks as slaves," Indiana state Rep. Jim Lucas, a Republican, said during a recent exchange with a Black surgeon on Facebook. "Slavery is vile and repugnant, but has, and is tragically a way of humanity."
Georgia Lieut. Gov. Criticizes Own Party's Election Reform Push
Geoff Duncan, a Republican, said members of his party need to say Trump lost "fair and square" if they want to discuss election reforms.
Daughter of Pro-Trump Pastor Calls Out Father for Calling Dems Evil
"I think it's completely possible that some of my dad's followers could pick up guns and cause violence because they think they're defending the country," Anna Jane Joyner said recently.
Biden's Approval Rating Rises, But Just 37% Back Immigration Polices: Poll
The president's approval rating has reportedly climbed 8 points since Inauguration Day.
Eric Trump Claims Immigration 'Was Not a Problem Anymore' Under Father
CBP data shows that there was massive surge in apprehensions of migrants in 2019, despite Trump's hardline border policies.
Park Cannon to Return to Georgia State Capitol Following Arrest
"She'll be doing the job that she was elected to do for her district and the people of Georgia," the state representative's attorney said.
Manchin Says Progressives Campaigning Against Him Would Help Him 'More'
As the West Virginia senator has called for more bipartisanship on the For the People Act, he does not feel that a more progressive candidate would pose a challenge for him.
Rep. Madeleine Dean Blasts Georgia's New Voting Law as a 'Shameful' Move
The congresswoman also spoke about working with the late Congressman John Lewis during an MSNBC interview.
Filibuster Threatens Biden, Democrats Agenda, Leaving All Eyes on Manchin
Biden has signaled that his position is softening on upholding the Senate rule that requires support from 60 senators to pass most legislation.
Georgia Voting Law Forbids Ballot Counters From Taking Breaks
"Neither the Fair Labor Standards Act nor Georgia law require breaks or meal periods be given to workers," the state's Labor Department says on its website.
GOP Stimulus Attacks Turn Republican Voters Against Joe Biden Relief
Republican lawmakers have staunchly criticized the president's COVID-19 package, and none voted for its passage through Congress.
Videos of Georgia State Rep. Cannon's Arrest Watched Over 4 Million Times
Cannon was charged with two felonies, one for allegedly "preventing or disrupting General Assembly sessions or other meetings of members" and one for willful obstruction. She was released on Thursday.
MO GOP Blocks Voter-Approved Medicaid Expansion, Citing Rural Opposition
Voters approved to expand Medicaid 53.2 to 46.7 percent, but the bill was supported by mostly urban and suburban populations.
21 GOP Officials Call on Biden to Stop Blocking Press Access to Border
Republican lawmakers are urging Biden to let journalists tour the migrant facilities at the border, but the president said he's not sure when that will happen.
Republicans Think Conservatives More Discriminated Than Black People: Poll
Polling asked how much discrimination respondents felt certain groups received, with many Republicans believing conservatives face a great deal.
Despite Recent Mass Shootings, Support for Stricter Gun Laws Has Declined
The drop is driven by Republicans, with GOP voters' support for stricter regulations declining by double-digits since 2019.
Donald Trump Fails To Change Minds of Republican Vaccine Skeptics: Poll
The former president told supporters that the vaccine was "safe" and "something that works" earlier this month.
White Texas Republicans Most Likely To Oppose COVID Vaccine—Poll
Asked whether they would get a shot as soon as it was offered, among Republicans regardless of race, 59 percent said they were either unsure or would refuse. Among white Republicans, this rose to 61 percent.
Ron DeSantis and Mike Pence Top Choices for 2024 GOP Presidential Nominee
Republicans chose Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and former Vice President Mike Pence as their top choices in a poll asking who they would vote for in the 2024 GOP presidential primaries if former President Donald Trump does not run.
