California rep warns Los Angeles fires could be ‘worst disaster in California’s history’
California Representative Ami Bera (D) said the fires raging across parts of Los Angeles could be the worst disaster in the state's history. Berra appeared on NewsNation's The Hill on Wednesday to discuss the ongoing fires and the briefing the California delegation received from the Department of Emergency Services. “This is horrifying and tragic and […]
EXCLUSIVE: GOP Rep Unveils Bill To Protect Fracking From Future Presidential Crackdowns
Republican Rep. August Pflueger introduced new legislation Friday that would prohibit the president from imposing a nationwide ban on fracking without Congressional consent. Pfluger's “Protecting America's Energy Production Act” would explicitly require an act of Congress to impose a moratorium on fracking and would prevent the president from doing so directly. Several Democrats, including Vice […]
Disgraced former US Rep. George Santos seeks to delay fraud sentencing to make more podcast episodes
Disgraced former congressman George Santos is seeking a federal fraud sentence so he can repay more than $500,000 in fines by producing more episodes of his recently launched podcast, Pants on Fire. They asked a New York judge to postpone the case until the summer. But in their plea Tuesday, prosecutors dismissed the New York […]
Rep. Lauren Boebert Introduces Bill to Abolish the ATF
Representative Lauren Boebert (R) has introduced a bill to abolish the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). The bill, HR 129, was introduced with Republicans just weeks away from taking control of the House, Senate and White House. newsweek noticed Boebert's effort to abolish the agency is the latest in a growing number […]
Dem Rep. Bera ready to meet Republicans '50-yard-line,' and even '40-yard-line' since they're in majority
Rep. Ami Bera (D-Calif.) said Monday that he is prepared to confront Republicans on the “50-yard line” and even the “40-yard line” because Republicans are in the “majority.” “So the American people clearly want a more secure border,” Berra told NewsNation's Blake Berman on “The Hill.” “Great. I also want to say, let's meet at […]
‘We’ll Vigorously Push Back’: Dem Rep Talks Impeachment Before Inauguration
Democratic California Rep. Adam Schiff hinted at possible impeachment on CNN on Monday, weeks before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration. Monaka exterior Schiff said on CNN's “January 6th: Congress Certifies Election” that he was ready to “fight” Trump and repeat what he did to Trump during his first term. Schiff's comments came at a time when […]
This is a ‘distraction’ from Trump’s policy agenda, Montana rep says
Rep. Ryan Zinke, R-Mont., reacts to Trump’s latest call out of China’s influence over the Panama Canal on ‘Mornings with Maria. source
Rep. Gonzales says he’s 'optimistic' about Speaker Johnson’s leadership
Rep. Tony Gonzalez (R-Texas) said Sunday that Republicans are united in passing a single reconciliation bill and carrying out President-elect Trump's “America First” policies, and will continue to do so. He said he was optimistic about Republican governance for the year. In an interview on NewsNation's “The Hill Sunday,” Gonzalez praised House Speaker Mike Johnson […]
‘Tougher Than A $2 Steak’: GOP Rep. Virginia Foxx Injured After Fall, Critical Vote On First Day Of Congress
North Carolina Republican Rep. Virginia Foxx collapsed at the Capitol on Friday after a crucial vote to become speaker of the 119th Congress, according to the News & Observer. The 81-year-old man slipped while walking down the marble stairs outside the House chamber. reportedIt quoted a text message from publicist Alex Ives. Ms Fox reportedly […]
Mike Johnson will remain our House speaker, and here’s why: GOP rep
Rep. Pat Fallon, R-Texas, previews Mike Johnson’s future as House Speaker during an appearance on ‘Fox & Friends Weekend. source