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Gaetz gets cozy with Democrats on the House floor as he tries to prevent McCarthy speakership

January 6, 2023

Gaetz gets cozy with Democrats on the House floor as he tries to prevent McCarthy speakership

Congressman-elect Matt Gaetz of Florida was seen talking to several Democrats on the House floor this week during his attempt to prevent a McCarthy speakership.

McCarthy ally says speaker fight 'very personal' for Gaetz, but that his actions 'damaging' America

January 6, 2023

McCarthy ally says speaker fight 'very personal' for Gaetz, but that his actions 'damaging' America

Rep.-elect Austin Scott gave his thoughts on Rep.-elect Matt Gaetz’s Thursday vow on the Ingraham Angle that he would “resign” if Dems help elect a moderate Republican as speaker.

‘CORPORATE KINGDOM’: DeSantis-backed plan to take control of Disney's land announced

January 6, 2023

‘CORPORATE KINGDOM’: DeSantis-backed plan to take control of Disney's land announced

Planned legislation pushed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis aims to replace Disney World's self-governing power with a state-run board comprised of appointees.

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott begins 4th term by urging lawmakers to help the poor, middle class

January 6, 2023

Vermont Gov. Phil Scott begins 4th term by urging lawmakers to help the poor, middle class

Vermont's governor began his fourth term as the state's leader by pushing lawmakers to even the gap between poor and well-off communities.

Veteran Brazilian surfer 'Mad Dog' Freire killed in giant wave

January 6, 2023

Veteran Brazilian surfer 'Mad Dog' Freire killed in giant wave

Veteran Brazilian surfer Marcio Freire died while surfing off the coast of Portugal in an area known as Nazare, home to some of the world's largest and most dangerous waves.

Racially charged attack on Byron Donalds continues left-wing pattern against minority conservatives

January 6, 2023

Racially charged attack on Byron Donalds continues left-wing pattern against minority conservatives

The attack on Black Florida Rep. Byron Donalds as a "prop" is the latest example of racially charged rhetoric against minority Republicans by liberal figures.

San Diego Padres all-time home run king Nate Colbert dead at 76

January 6, 2023

San Diego Padres all-time home run king Nate Colbert dead at 76

San Diego Padres Chairman Peter Seidler announced the death of Nate Colbert at the age of 76. The Padres Hall of Famer was their all-time home run leader.

Biden 'praying' for Damar Hamlin and family as Buffalo Bills provides update on condition

January 5, 2023

Biden 'praying' for Damar Hamlin and family as Buffalo Bills provides update on condition

President Biden said he is praying for Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin and his family after he suffered cardiac arrest during a game Monday.

Georgia Republican says GOP speaker holdouts have 'slowed' Biden probes, but there are 'seven days in a week'

January 5, 2023

Georgia Republican says GOP speaker holdouts have 'slowed' Biden probes, but there are 'seven days in a week'

Georgia Republican Rep.-elect Austin Scott said that the GOP holdouts not voting for GOP Leader Kevin McCarthy have "slowed" down investigations into issues like the border.

'OUR GOVERNMENT IS A BUST': Americans weigh in on fight to elect speaker of the House

January 5, 2023

'OUR GOVERNMENT IS A BUST': Americans weigh in on fight to elect speaker of the House

Americans are split on whether Republicans will be able to lead the House of Representatives effectively as the party continues to debate who will become speaker.