Former President Trump held a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, highlighting the importance of the upcoming election and emphasizing the threat posed by the current administration. He also discussed the ongoing support for his movement and the rise of new GOP leaders like J.D. Vance.
Anthony Scaramucci predicts a growing rift within the GOP, with more elected officials distancing themselves from Donald Trump. This comes as a prediction market indicates a significant chance that Senator Mitt Romney could endorse Vice President Kamala Harris, highlighting the potential for a significant shift in the 2024 election landscape.
House Speaker Mike Johnson faces a potential government shutdown as he pushes to attach a controversial voting bill requiring citizenship checks to a bill extending government funding. The plan has sparked resistance within the House GOP, with several members opposed to the move, potentially jeopardizing its passage.
House Republicans are pushing a plan to avoid a government shutdown by attaching a controversial elections bill to a funding extension. However, the bill has drawn opposition from both Democrats and some Republicans who worry about the political fallout of a shutdown, particularly in the run-up to the November elections.
The race for Senate GOP leadership is heating up, with several senators vying for the position vacated by Mitch McConnell. While Steve Daines, the current NRSC chair, is considered a strong contender, other candidates like John Thune, John Cornyn, and Rick Scott are actively campaigning for the role. The election results in November will likely determine the ultimate winner, with Donald Trump’s support potentially playing a key role.
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s stance on federally funded IVF has sparked a division within the GOP, with some Republicans supporting it while others oppose it. This debate highlights the complex intersection of abortion, life, and the role of government in reproductive healthcare.
May Lor Xiong, a refugee from Thailand and former teacher, secured the GOP nomination for Minnesota’s 4th Congressional District. She will face incumbent Democrat Rep. Betty McCollum in November’s general election. Xiong ran on a platform of tackling inflation and criticizing McCollum’s record, while McCollum has represented the district since 2001 and is considered a safe bet for re-election.
The House Freedom Caucus is demanding that any short-term spending bill include a bill requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote, threatening to trigger a government shutdown if their demand isn’t met. This move puts them at odds with their own GOP colleagues, who prefer a broader approach to government funding. The group’s actions come amidst a larger political battle over government spending and the potential for a shutdown before the November election.
Republican Senator John Thune, the Senate minority whip, says this year’s election is a crucial opportunity for the GOP to win back the Senate majority. He highlights the importance of targeting voters, turning out the vote, and capitalizing on the differences between the two parties. Thune also emphasizes the importance of focusing on key issues like the border and inflation, while avoiding distractions from the presidential race.
The House of Representatives passed a resolution condemning Vice President Kamala Harris’ handling of the U.S. southern border, with six Democrats joining all Republicans in voting for the measure. The resolution, the first targeting Harris since she became Democrats’ presumptive 2024 nominee, comes as Republicans intensify their attacks on Harris’ record as ‘border czar.’ Democrats countered that the resolution is politically motivated and an attempt to interfere in the 2024 election.
