House Republicans annoyed by Senate GOP delaying funding for ICE and Border Patrol
House Republicans Express Frustration Over Senate’s Immigration Budget Moves House Republicans are reportedly displeased with Senate counterparts for attempting to nullify immigration enforcement budget reconciliation without holding a vote. Republican Representative Byron Donald from Florida expressed his discontent, stating, “The Senate has proven once again that they don’t even know how to properly do their […]
Army veteran criticizes Maine Senate candidate for mocking his survival story
Controversy Surrounds Maine Senate Candidate Graham Platner Ted Daniels, a veteran and Purple Heart recipient known for surviving a near-fatal encounter with the Taliban, has sharply criticized Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after a disturbing resurfaced post. Platner suggested that Daniels shouldn’t have lived through his experience. In an interview on “The Bottom Line,” Daniels […]
Senate Drops Trump’s Border and ICE Funding Bill to Start Vacation Early
Republican divisions surrounding the bill come at a time when President Trump has endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over incumbent Senator John Cornyn. As a result, the Senate is preparing to adjourn until June without finalizing a reconciliation bill. Punchbowl News Founder Jake Sherman shared on X: “Breaking news: The Senate is leaving without […]
Mike Collins Tops Derek Dooley in Initial Poll Following GOP Primary in Georgia Senate Race
The latest poll following Tuesday’s Georgia Republican Senate primary indicates that U.S. Rep. Mike Collins (R-Ga.) is leading opponent Derek Dooley by a significant margin ahead of the runoff elections scheduled for June 16. Collins, representing Georgia’s 10th Congressional District and a trucking company owner, is backed by Governor Brian Kemp (R-Ga.). He will compete […]
Senate Republicans halt $72 billion immigration plan amid anger over DOJ funding
Senate Republicans are currently advocating for a halt on funding efforts for immigration enforcement following a tense closed-door meeting. Meanwhile, internal disagreements remain, particularly concerning an unexpected “anti-weaponization” fund set up by the Trump administration and the Department of Justice. This comes at a time when Republicans are on the verge of finalizing a $72 […]
Iraq war veteran campaigning for Maine Senate receives criticism over Reddit comments
A Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate in Maine is encountering intense criticism after some of his past social media posts resurfaced. These comments touch on sensitive topics like race, sexuality, and political violence, alongside his own political views. Graham Platner, a 41-year-old Marine Corps veteran, attributed his previous online behavior to struggles with depression […]
Mike Collins and Derek Dooley to Compete in Georgia Republican Senate Primary Runoff
Georgia Senate Republican Primary Runoff Scheduled Rep. Mike Collins (R-Ga.) and former football coach Derek Dooley are set to face off in the Georgia Senate Republican primary runoff on June 16. This follows the recent primary where no candidate secured over 50% of the vote. Collins, representing Georgia’s 10th Congressional District and running a trucking […]
Senate legislation aims to stop future government shutdowns.
Senator Lankford Proposes Bill to Avoid Government Shutdowns In an effort to prevent future government shutdowns, Senator James Lankford (R-Okla.) is advocating for new legislation aimed at ensuring federal employees aren’t left without pay. This move follows a recent failed vote to fund federal workers during a government shutdown. Lankford’s proposal comes alongside a rule […]
Democrat Senate Candidate Graham Platner Insulted Purple Heart Recipient: ‘Fool Didn’t Deserve to Live’
Old Reddit comments from Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for the Maine Senate, have come to light. In these posts, the 41-year-old is seen disparaging a soldier who was shot four times in Afghanistan, stating, “That stupid motherfucker didn’t deserve to live.” In a June 2019 Reddit comment, Platner referred to a viral video, saying, […]
Alabama Senate contest moves to a runoff between Barry Moore and Jared Hudson
Alabama Senate Seat Race Heats Up Alabama is inching closer to selecting a new candidate for the seat of Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville, who has opted to pursue a gubernatorial run. This decision has stirred quite the competition among candidates, and, I guess, it will take some weeks before we really know who will lead […]