Leading candidate for next NYC Council speaker calls for inquiry into accidental four-figure payments made to former staff members
Congress Seeks Repayment from Former NYC Council Employees Former employees of the New York City Council are facing a surprisingly tough situation as Congress calls for the return of hundreds of thousands of dollars they reportedly received by mistake during a backpay settlement. These individuals have been instructed to repay amounts ranging from several hundred […]
House Speaker Johnson officially appoints Republican Matt Van Epps following a close special election.
Swearing-In Ceremony for Matt Van Epps Speaker of the House Mike Johnson officially swore in Matt Van Epps, the newly elected representative from Tennessee, on Thursday morning. This followed Van Epps’ recent victory in a special election aimed at filling the seat left by former Congressman Mark Green, who resigned in July to transition to […]
Following Stefanik’s advocacy, Speaker Johnson consents to add FBI oversight measure to NDAA.
A recent debate within the legislative branch featured House Republican Leaders Chairman Elise Stefanik and Speaker Mike Johnson. This discussion centered on whether Congress should be notified about FBI counterintelligence investigations involving federal candidates. After facing considerable public backlash and pressure from within his party, Johnson ultimately reversed his stance. In the days leading up […]
Elise Stefanik expresses her views on Speaker Johnson’s leadership in the GOP.
Stefanik Critiques Johnson’s Leadership Amid NDAA Controversy WASHINGTON — Rep. Elise Stefanik has openly criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson’s leadership, sharing vital feedback she received from fellow lawmakers during a debate held on Tuesday, according to reports. This exchange occurred shortly after Stefanik, who recently kicked off her campaign for the New York gubernatorial race, […]
Two NYC labor unions overlook Zohran Mamdani supporter for City Council speaker, endorse Julie Menin
New York City Council President Candidate Gains Union Support The leading candidate for New York City Council president received new backing from unions on Monday, which indicates a potential strategy to counter Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani. Julie Menin, a Democrat representing Manhattan’s Upper East Side, identifies as Jewish and aligns with a moderate pro-Israel stance. This […]
Trump Facilitates Call Between Speaker and Stefanik Regarding NDAA Provision Dispute
Trump Intervenes in Defense Bill Dispute President Donald Trump stepped in to help resolve tensions between Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik from New York and House Speaker Mike Johnson regarding contentious elements in the national defense bill that needs to pass. As reported by Politico, this intervention occurred after Stefanik threatened to block the National Defense […]
NY Rep. Elise Stefanik criticizes House Speaker Mike Johnson in a dispute that endangers the defense package
Stefanik Accuses Speaker Johnson of Blocking Legislation Rep. Elise Stefanik has accused House Speaker Mike Johnson of hindering one of her proposed measures during a recent party disagreement. This issue arose in the context of discussions surrounding Congress’ defense policy. Specifically, Stefanik claimed that Johnson is obstructing a provision related to the National Defense Authorization […]
GOP conflict emerges after Elise Stefanik claims Speaker Johnson is shielding the deep state.
Feud Among Republicans Over Defense Policy Bill A conflict has ignited between a Republican congressman, who is running for governor of New York, and the Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson. Rep. Elise Stefanik has accused Johnson of misleading the public regarding the inclusion of certain provisions in this year’s defense policy bill. She stated […]
Trump and Speaker Johnson support Tennessee Republicans on the night before the election in an important House race
Trump Urges Tennessee GOP to Vote Ahead of Special Election In Franklin, Tennessee, President Donald Trump rallied Tennessee Republicans on the eve of a significant special congressional election. He encouraged them to “get out there and vote” to, as he put it, “show the world something.” The election, taking place Tuesday, is for a vacant […]
Progressives react strongly to moderate Democrat Julie Menin possibly being the next City Council speaker, complaining she will undermine Zohran Mamdani.
Left-Handed New Yorkers React to Menin’s Expected City Council Leadership There’s a stir among progressive New Yorkers as many voice concerns online about Julie Menin, who is likely to become the next City Council president. They fear she might obstruct the agenda of Mayor-elect Zoran Mamdani, with a notable absence of congratulations from some progressive […]