University of Maryland invites Kermit the Frog as the speaker for graduation.
University of Maryland to Host Kermit the Frog as Commencement Speaker The University of Maryland (UMD) has announced an unusual choice for its commencement speaker this Thursday—Kermit the Frog, a beloved character known for his family-friendly appeal and commitment to environmental causes. A YouTube video released by the university featured Kermit, who describes himself as […]
Speaker Johnson: Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ With $900B in Spending Cuts Remains ‘On Track’ Despite GOP Defections
House Speaker Discusses Trump’s Budget Plan On Sunday, House Speaker Mike Johnson mentioned that President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” is set to reduce federal spending by approximately $900 billion, aiming for passage by the end of next week, despite some pushback from fiscal conservatives within the GOP. Johnson explained, during a Fox News interview, that […]
We must succeed and we will complete it,” Speaker Johnson says Trump’s “great, attractive bill” is still “on schedule.
House Speaker Stays Optimistic About Budget Bill Despite Recent Setback On “Fox News Sunday,” House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) expressed confidence that, despite a setback from the House Budget Committee’s recent vote, the proposed budget bill remains on course. Johnson emphasized the benefits of the bill and his determination to push it forward. During the […]
NYU refuses to grant diploma to student speaker Logan Rozos after he criticized ‘genocide’ in Gaza during graduation speech
New York University has decided to withhold diplomas from students who acted as graduation speakers and referred to the Gaza conflict as “genocide.” Logan Rozos, a student from the NYU Gallatin School, used the opportunity to express his disapproval of the ongoing Israeli-Hamas conflict. According to the university, this went against established guidelines. A university […]
Moskowitz questions NYU grad speaker for pro-Palestine remarks: ‘Hope you find a job’
Representative Jared Moskowitz, a Democrat from Florida, has publicly criticized a student from New York University (NYU) who made pro-Palestinian statements during his graduation speech. This criticism came after the university announced it would withhold the student’s diploma. During the opening ceremony at NYU’s Gallatin School on Wednesday, graduate speaker Logan Rozos expressed his concerns […]
Speaker Johnson states that all options are being considered as GOP members from blue states advocate for an increase in the SALT deduction cap.
WASHINGTON – Republicans are feeling the pressure on Capitol Hill. On Thursday, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) mentioned he was adjusting various “dials” related to potential tax credits for blue states as part of President Trump’s ambitious bill. “Not everyone will be thrilled with every part of a bill like this, but there should be […]
Speaker Johnson supports efforts to prohibit stock trading by Congress members
On Wednesday, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) voiced his backing for a proposed law that would prohibit stock trading among members of Congress. “Should I give you my real opinion on that? I’m in favor of it, because we don’t want there to be any sort of fraudulent appearance,” Johnson mentioned while speaking to reporters […]
Rep. Ogles Urges Speaker Johnson to Make Trump’s Executive Orders Law: ‘Fewer Vacations, More Legislation’
Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) expressed concern that while President Donald Trump has signed over 100 executive orders to promote America’s first agenda, Congress has fallen behind in making those policies law, as reported by Breitbart News. In a letter obtained by Breitbart News, Ogles, along with 16 colleagues, called on House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) […]
Ex-Michigan House Speaker announces run for Senate
Michigan Senator Joe Tate Launches Senate Campaign On Sunday, Michigan Senator Joe Tate (D) kicked off his Senate campaign, joining a crowded Democratic primary field. In an interview, Tate criticized the Trump administration, alleging attempts to cut Social Security funding in various agencies, including the Veterans Affairs Bureau, arguing that it’s causing confusion. “What we’re […]
Speaker of the House of Commons has received nearly 300 gifts in the last four years.
House Speaker Lindsay Hoyle has received around 300 gifts in the last four years, including a variety of items such as alcohol, hampers, ties, cufflinks, and even bottles of chocolate. The gifts have come from a range of foreign officials—ambassadors, lawmakers, and sometimes companies—and rather than donating them to his official residence or the council, […]