Capitol breach grandma’s case highlights justice double standard
Have you ever wondered what our prisons and jails would look like if the 2020 Black Lives Matter rioters got the “January 6th treatment”? Well, it’s hard to imagine such a parallel world. We don’t have enough prison cells to hold tens of thousands of people. Hundreds of thousands — individuals who, under the standards […]
Abortion Protest Locks Down Lawmakers Inside Arizona Capitol, Tear Gas Deployed
Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes Protesters angry about Friday morning’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling released some frustration at the state Capitol building in Phoenix later that evening. Several hundred protesters gathered at the doors of the Capitol as the Legislature was finishing up its legislative session. A short time later, protesters could be seen on […]
Big Tech antitrust bill nears reintroduction on Capitol Hill — but could be thwarted by key Democrats
A major antitrust bill aimed at reining in big tech companies is expected to be reintroduced in Congress, but insiders worry that key Democrats with close ties to Silicon Valley could undermine their own party’s agenda. Rep. Jerry Nadler of New York, the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee, is leading a push to […]
‘The Five’ reacts to ‘fireworks’ on Capitol Hill over Fauci’s testimony
‘The Five’ co-hosts discuss Dr. Anthony Fauci’s testimony at a House subcommittee hearing on the U.S. response to the … source
Former Capitol Police officer calls GOP lawmaker’s embrace of Trump ‘disappointing’
Former Capitol Police Sergeant Aquilino Gonnell slammed Republican lawmakers for welcoming former President Trump to a closed-door meeting earlier this week, even as Trump boasted about his “great relationship” with House and Senate Republicans. Gonnell, who defended the Capitol during the January 6, 2021, riot, said in an interview with MSNBC’s Jason Johnson: Called their […]
Sunday shows preview: Trump sells GOP unity with Capitol visit
Former President Trump appeared at the U.S. Capitol this week, speaking with lawmakers for the first time since the Jan. 6, 2021, riot and attempting to rally Republican lawmakers. Some of Trump’s staunchest supporters are expected to appear on Sunday talk shows this week to discuss his message to the Republican Party, his looming legal […]
Raskin hits Republicans for bowing to 'sugar daddy' Trump after Capitol visit
Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Md., on Saturday criticized Republican lawmakers who met with former President Trump in a private meeting earlier this week, calling the positive atmosphere surrounding the visit “scandalous and disgraceful.” The Maryland lawmaker’s comments came just two days after President Trump visited the U.S. Capitol on Thursday — his first since the Jan. […]
Hill runs on Celsius: The energy drink fueling the Capitol
For those who work in the ecosystem that is Capitol Hill, hours are often long and temperatures can run hot. But a new elixir has emerged as a fuel for Congress, helping people recharge their batteries and allow cooler heads to prevail — Celsius energy. The fruity energy drink, which features flavors such as Sparkling […]
Jan. 6 panel chair: 'How dare Trump show his face' on Capitol Hill?
Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Mississippi), who chairs the committee tasked with investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol, sharply criticized former President Trump for returning to the U.S. Capitol on Thursday for the first time since that infamous day. “How can Trump show his face like this after inciting a deadly insurrection that desecrated […]
Usher brings diabetes awareness and swagger to the Capitol
Sighting: Usher visits Capitol Hill to lobby for Congress to support diabetes awareness and testing. The “Love in This Club” singer was expected to appear before the Senate on Wednesday looking his trademark dashing self. Usher was seen donning a brown suit and sunglasses during his appearance at the Senate. Senate Subway With Sen. Raphael […]