Fed Employees Pour Cash Into Blue Coffers, Leaving GOP Out in the Cold
According to OpenSecrets.org, Federal Reserve employees have overwhelmingly donated to Democrats this election cycle, with $552,000 going to blue candidates and only $51,000 going to Republican candidates. It was a dollar amount. The woeful underestimation of Republicans underscores concerns that the Fed is becoming politically unbalanced. The Fed has tremendous influence over the economy, and […]
Political heavyweights partake in pressure campaign for GOP Senate leader
While most U.S. senators have remained silent ahead of the Republican leader's vote, many influential figures online are starting to raise their ratings. Republican Sens. John Thune (South Dakota), John Cornyn (Texas) and Rick Scott (Florida) will face off in the race to replace Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell on Wednesday. are. Only nine senators […]
Former GOP strategist: Election was a ‘thorough a–kicking for Democrats’
Former Republican strategist Mark McKinnon said the election was a “deep dive” for Democrats and argued it may be the wake-up call they needed. “I think the only good news about this election for Democrats is probably that it was such a thorough election…There shouldn't be a debate about 'was this or was that?'” It […]
Trump allies back Rick Scott in GOP Senate leader race as they look to influence secret ballot
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) has begun to receive a large amount of support from conservatives aligned with President-elect Donald Trump, following his decisive presidential re-election victory last week. That includes support from billionaire X owner Elon Musk and several U.S. senators. “Rick Scott for Senate Majority Leader!” Musk wrote on his platform Sunday. The Tesla […]
GOP Senators Rally Behind Newly-Elected McCormick As Schumer Refuses To Invite Him To Orientation
According to Politico, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has refused to invite Pennsylvania Republican Sen.-elect Dave McCormick to his Senate orientation in November, saying McCormick's campaign is not yet over. Associated Press (AP) called In Pennsylvania's Senate race, it was announced Thursday that McCormick defeated incumbent Democratic Sen. Bob Casey with 49% of the vote […]
Trump Chooses GOP Rep Elise Stefanik As US Ambassador To UN
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Republican New York Rep. Elise Stefanik to be the United States' ambassador to the United Nations, the New York Post reported on Sunday. Stefanik is one of the first appointments announced by the incoming administration since Trump won this year's presidential election last Tuesday. President Trump told the New York […]
GOP Senate Majority Leader-Hopefuls Scramble To Address Trump Demands Ahead Of Inauguration
Republican senators vying for majority leader vowed Sunday to meet President-elect Donald Trump's demands ahead of Inauguration Day. playing cards revealed On Sunday, Republican-majority Senate leaders must support recess appointments to ensure Cabinet positions are confirmed quickly and unimpeded. The three senators vying for the leadership position – Sens. John Thune of South Dakota, Sen. […]
Musk backs Scott as Senate GOP leader
Elon Musk, the tech billionaire and ally of President-elect Trump, has publicly endorsed Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) in the Senate Republican leadership race. “Rick Scott becomes Set Majority Leader!” Posted by Musk on Sunday on the social media platform he owns. Scott will face off against Senate Republican Leader John Thune (S.D.) and Sen. John […]
House, Senate GOP to consider new leadership as Trump administration approaches
House and Senate Republicans will meet this week to select new leadership candidates for next year's Congress, the first step toward the Trump administration's looming legislation. The move comes as Republicans are on the brink of securing a triumvirate in Washington. President Trump heads to the White House, Republicans have secured a majority in the […]
State education chief ‘on GOP radar’ launches gameplan for nixing cabinet department
Exclusive: As President-elect Donald Trump privately selects his cabinet, a state official rumored to be on the shortlist for education secretary has announced plans to move the department's responsibilities to states and parents. Fox News Digital has learned that the plan has been announced. In a memo to Oklahoma parents and school administrators, Oklahoma Superintendent […]