White House calls House GOP’s $17.6B Israel aid bill a ‘cynical political maneuver’
The White House on Saturday criticized House Republicans as a “cynical political maneuver” for announcing a $17.6 billion bill to provide additional aid to Israel, which is at war in the Middle East. The administration has particularly criticized the bill, with Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) saying it would be voted on in the House next […]
Utah bill proposes mandated potty training for kindergarteners
A proposed Utah law would make it illegal for parents to send their children to kindergarten without first potty training them. The bill, sponsored by state Rep. Douglas Welton, would also create guidelines for referring families who don’t comply with policy changes to social workers. Republican lawmakers said they had no choice but to do […]
Sunday shows preview: US strikes back after soldier deaths in Jordan; border bill still a mystery
The US military launched airstrikes on Friday in retaliation for recent attacks that killed three US soldiers, which will likely be the focus of this Sunday’s talk show. Additionally, Congress remains locked in a battle over the southern border bill, which is also likely to become a focus as tensions rise over continued negotiations. U.S. […]
Mike Johnson Says House Will Vote On Massive Israel Aid Bill As Senate Deal Stalls Out
House Republicans proposed a standalone $17.6 billion aid package for Israel on Saturday as the Senate’s comprehensive proposal stalled. The Senate bill, which includes aid to Israel as well as border security and funding for Ukraine, took months to complete and faced Republican opposition. according to To Axios.House Republicans are proposing this invoice House Speaker […]
‘Let’s Not Argue About Stupid Things’: Bill Maher Tells Chris Sununu That Trump Has Nomination Locked Up
Comedian Bill Maher said on Friday’s “Real Time with Bill Maher” that former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley has no chance of winning the Republican nomination against the top Republican surrogate candidate. Ta. Republican New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu Said Former President Donald Trump has not yet finalized his nomination, but Maher and panelist Jessica […]
Speaker Johnson reveals $17 billion Israel aid bill, says Senate ‘will no longer have excuses’
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) plans to introduce a bill in the House next week that would provide $17.6 billion in emergency funding to Israel. Senate and White House negotiators will release a legislative document this weekend that includes border security compromises, along with President Biden’s request for $106 billion in additional funding for Ukraine, Israel, […]
Cuellar: GOP lawmakers ‘irresponsible’ to reject border bill when ‘nobody has seen the text’
Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) said it would be “irresponsible” to reject the bipartisan border bill “without reading it.” post Saturday on Platform X, formerly known as Twitter. “The crisis at our southern border must not be about partisan politics. The entire country is finally beginning to feel the burden that border communities have felt for […]
Patriots’ Robert Kraft wishes the best for Bill Belichick after legendary coach misses out on new job
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft ushered in a new era when the team parted ways with Bill Belichick in January and promoted Jerod Mayo to succeed the legendary head coach. Ta. When the Patriots decided to work with Coach Mayo, Belichick interviewed twice for the head coaching position with the Atlanta Falcons, but was […]
Bill Maher slams Biden, Republicans for ‘acting’ in border crisis battle
“Real Time” host Bill Maher slammed President Biden and Republicans for their stance during the ongoing border crisis battle, claiming they deserved awards for their “acting.” Immigration became a major election theme during a panel discussion Friday night, with Republican New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu calling Biden’s vulnerability on the issue “very real” among voters. […]
Bill Maher claims ‘pretty famous’ celebrity yelled at him in email over hosting Republicans on his show
“Real Time” host Bill Maher said he received scorn from a “pretty well-known” figure for welcoming Republicans on his HBO show. In an interview published Monday by Reason Magazine, Maher spoke about how often “platforming” (an increasing charge among the left of tolerating conservatives on mainstream liberal platforms) was asked if he would be criticized. […]