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.
Trump Says GOP Being 'Absolutely Savaged' by Democrats in Infrastructure
"Republicans, don't let the Radical Left play you for weak fools and losers," former President Donald Trump wrote in a statement.
Louisiana GOP Rep. Clay Higgins Says He Has COVID-19 for the Second Time
Higgins confirmed that his wife and son have both also caught the virus for the second time.
Tim Scott Hopeful on Police Reform Bill, Warns We 'Can't Demonize' Officers
The lead GOP negotiator said Sunday that lawmakers have been working toward reaching an agreement before the scheduled August recess.
Anthony Fauci Lauds Republicans for Recent Support of COVID Vaccines
"We've got to get more people who relate well to the individuals who are not getting vaccinated to get out there and encourage them to get vaccinated."
Democrats Claim McCarthy Tried to Make 1/6 Commission a 'Big Lie' Circus
"We tried to do this in an independent, national commission. The Republicans refused," said Democratic lawmaker David Cicilline.
Arkansas Gov: State's Conservative Leanings Account for Low Vaccine Rates
"We're a very rural state," Republican Governor Asa Hutchinson said during a new interview.
Rep. Markwayne Mullin Defends Capitol Police Officer Who Shot Ashli Babbitt
Rep. Mullin said of the officer: "He was physically and emotionally distraught. I actually gave him a hug and said, 'Sir, you did what you had to do.'"
GOP Maine Lawmaker Who Dismissed Vaccines, Masks Appears to Have COVID
Chris A. Johansen has joined other Maine Republicans in flouting mask rules.
DeSantis Accused of Taking 'Bribe' by Conservatives After Promoting Vaccine
Negative reactions to the Florida GOP governor's vaccine push among vaccine-resistant individuals and new polling data suggests that it could be too late to change the minds of those who refuse to get the shot.
Arizona GOP Audit Director Barred After Sharing Data Backing Trump Loss
Arizona Senate President Karen Fann reportedly made the decision to block Ken Bennett from the building.
Biden Says GOP Lawmakers Have Finally 'Seen the Lord,' Embraced Vaccines
"You notice a lot of our very conservative friends have finally had an altar call,'" Biden told attendees at a Virginia campaign event.
Arizona Republican Who Wants New Election Likes Robert E. Lee, Not Traitors
The state senator appeared to be responding to the Cleveland Indians' decision to rename the team Cleveland Guardians.
Trump Allies Break With Ex-President on Supporting Ohio House Candidate
Trump's Save America PAC described Trump-backed candidate Mike Carey as "a courageous fighter for the people and our economy."
Donald Trump Jr. Responds to Kimberly Guilfoyle 'The View' Rumor
Speculation is growing over the conservative figure who will be chosen to replace Meghan McCain on the ABC show.
Only a Third of Republicans Think Voting Is a Fundamental Right: Poll
Conversely, nearly 80 percent of Democrats view casting a ballot in elections as a fundamental right.
Dems Defend Tracy Stone-Manning as Biden's Pick for Public Land Manager
"What is really on trial here is the future of America's public lands... oil, gas, coal, mineral extraction," said Democratic Sen.Maria Cantwell of Washington.
Fact Check: Is Asking Someone If They Are Vaccinated a HIPAA Violation?
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene refused to disclose her vaccination status in a press conference on Tuesday, claiming she is protected by a health privacy law.
Mitch McConnell Goes Against GOP, Won't Blame Biden for Vaccine Hesitancy
Several prominent Republicans in Congress have said the COVID-19 vaccine is effective, while also taking aim at the White House rollout strategy.
Republican Voters Fear for Their Children's Future Under Joe Biden: Poll
Pew Research Center's latest survey shows a huge swing in Republican economic pessimism since Biden replaced former President Donald Trump.
Chris Christie Wanted Donald Trump to Go on Thank You Tour: Book
The tour would have seen the former Republican president visit hospitals and manufacturing plants across the USA, and Joe Biden "wouldn't know what to do."
Mass. GOP Vice Chair Resigns Over Alleged 'Creepy' Comments to Women
Tom Mountain said that he would be resigning as vice chairman of the Massachusetts GOP to immediately "focus on an effort to clear my name."
Republicans Warn Against Digital Currency at 2022 Beijing Olympics
"Olympic athletes should be aware that the digital yuan may be used to surveil Chinese citizens and those visiting China," senators wrote in a letter to USCOP.
NJ State Senator Wants Twitter Apology for Account Suspension Over Vax Post
The Garden State lawmaker said his account was restored after he deleted a tweet that questioned mandatory vaccinations.
Matt Gaetz Hits Out at Protesters As Rally With Marjorie Taylor Greene Cut
Rep. Gaetz and Rep. Greene had to hold their press conference outside after three venues canceled their requests to hold an "America First" rally.
MSNBC's Joy Reid Calls Out Sinema Over Voting Rights After John Lewis Tweet
The MSNBC host said Sinema shouldn't "allow" the late congressman's work to "die."
Recall Campaign Against Alaska Gov. Can Proceed, Rules State Supreme Court
Supporters of the recall campaign allege that Dunleavy abused his power, neglected his duties as governor and is unfit for office.
One-Third of Voters Say They're 'Woke,' More Men Than Women: Poll
About 72 percent of Republicans said "wokeness" is further dividing the country along racial lines.
Fourth Stimulus Check Update: Petition Surges Toward 3M Signatures
Progressive Democratic lawmakers have been urging congressional colleagues to support recurring monthly payments since last spring.
Ted Lieu Hits Back at Megyn Kelly Amid Feud Over Capitol Riot Remarks
Lieu, a California Democrat, criticized Kelly after she said on her podcast that the media had exaggerated the January 6 deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Manchin to Speak At Fundraiser With Oil Industry Leaders, GOP Donors
Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W. Va.) was reportedly headed to a Texas fundraising event hosted by Republican donors from the oil industry two days after saying that a Democratic plan to eliminate fossil fuels would make climate change "worse."
