Bernie Sanders supports Maine Senate candidate in light of Nazi tattoo controversy
Support for Graham Platner Amid Controversy Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) has expressed strong support for Graham Platner, a first-time Senate candidate from Maine, despite the backlash regarding Platner’s Nazi-style tattoos and controversial Reddit posts that have resurfaced. In a discussion with Axios, Sanders suggested that the media should take responsibility for the uproar surrounding Platner’s […]
Who will receive payments and when under the Senate GOP shutdown pay proposal
The Senate is set to vote on a proposal by Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) this Thursday. The legislation aims to pay federal employees who are classified as “excepted,” meaning they have to continue working during the ongoing government shutdown. This comes as the shutdown, now in its fourth week, stretches on. On Wednesday, Democrats thwarted […]
Democrat Oyster Farmer Running For Senate Allegedly Taught Class For Pro-Trans Far-Left Gun Group
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, who faces some challenges in his political journey, has reportedly been involved in providing tactical firearms training for the far-left Socialist Rifle Association, known for its pro-transgender stance. In a Reddit post under the name P-Hustle, he boasted back in August 2020 about teaching a “handgun defense course” amidst the […]
‘No Kings’ initiative reaches the Senate with Merkley’s lengthy speech
This week, the “No Kings” movement made its way to Capitol Hill as the Democratic opposition to President Trump ramped up. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) held the Senate floor for 22 hours and 39 minutes from Tuesday night through Wednesday afternoon, shortly after millions across the country protested against the administration’s actions. Merkley, who has […]
Jasmine Crockett, a Texas Democrat, is seriously thinking about running for the Senate in 2026.
Jasmine Crockett Considers Senate Run Texas Democratic Representative Jasmine Crockett discussed her potential candidacy for the Senate during an appearance on SiriusXM’s “The Lurie Daniel Favors Show” Wednesday. She mentioned that current polls indicate she could be a leading candidate in the Texas Democratic primary, saying she would “strongly consider” making the leap. When asked […]
Government shutdown reaches Day 22 as Senate Democrats prevent reopening for the 12th time
Government Shutdown Enters 22nd Day The government shutdown has reached its 22nd day, with no resolution in sight. A Republican attempt to reopen the government fell flat on Wednesday, facing a block from Senate Democrats that evening. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and his fellow Democrats thwarted Republican efforts to reopen the government for the […]
Bernie Sanders supports Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner despite controversies
Sens. Bernie Sanders from Idaho and Vermont is facing criticism from Republicans for endorsing progressive oyster farmer Graham Platner for the Democratic nomination in Maine. This backlash comes after concerns about Platner’s past social media comments and notable tattoos. Paul Dame, the chairman of the Vermont Republican Party, urged Sanders to reconsider his support for […]
Ted Cruz spearheads Senate effort to oppose China’s crackdown on Christian persecution
Cruz Advocates for Christians in China Senator Ted Cruz from Texas is spearheading an initiative in the Senate aimed at holding the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) accountable for its ongoing oppression of Christians. “The CCP is currently undergoing yet another extensive crackdown on Christians, particularly targeting Pastor Jin and the Zion Church. They seem to […]
What to understand about Graham Platner, Maine’s challenged progressive Senate candidate
Since launching his Senate campaign in August, Graham Platner has garnered significant attention and backing from the progressive side of the Democratic Party. Platner, an experienced oyster farmer, aims to challenge long-standing incumbent Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) in his home state. His platform advocates for campaign finance and immigration reform, breaking up monopolies, enhancing government […]
Democrats support Senate candidate who has a Nazi tattoo and identifies as a communist.
Graham Platner’s Senate Run Faces Challenges Graham Platner, an oyster farmer from Maine, declared his candidacy as a Democratic challenger to Republican Senator Susan Collins in August. He quickly gained endorsement from independent Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont. The recent entry of Maine Governor Janet Mills into the race is certainly a setback for Platner, […]