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Young Americans give big thumbs down to Democrats, Republicans, Trump: poll

December 4, 2025

Young Americans give big thumbs down to Democrats, Republicans, Trump: poll

New Harvard poll reveals young Americans deeply pessimistic about both parties, with Trump approval at just 29% among 18-29 age group nationwide.

Reporter's Notebook: House exodus threatens Johnson's grip on power as over 40 members head for exit

December 4, 2025

Reporter's Notebook: House exodus threatens Johnson's grip on power as over 40 members head for exit

Over 40 House members plan to exit Congress this year, threatening Speaker Mike Johnson's narrow majority amid growing safety concerns and frustration.

WATCH: Dem lawmaker thanks Trump for pardon, says it came as a surprise amid re-election bid

December 4, 2025

WATCH: Dem lawmaker thanks Trump for pardon, says it came as a surprise amid re-election bid

President Donald Trump pardoned Rep. Henry Cuellar, who was charged with accepting $600,000 in bribes from the Azerbaijan government.

Rep Nancy Mace slaps down early retirement rumor: 'BIG FAT NO from me'

December 4, 2025

Rep Nancy Mace slaps down early retirement rumor: 'BIG FAT NO from me'

GOP Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina repudiated the rumor that she might retire early from the House of Representatives, noting, "Retiring is a BIG FAT NO from me."

Dem congressman pardoned by Trump accuses Biden-era DOJ of weaponizing indictment

December 3, 2025

Dem congressman pardoned by Trump accuses Biden-era DOJ of weaponizing indictment

Rep. Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, accused the Biden-era DOJ of weaponizing his indictment after receiving a "full and unconditional" pardon from President Donald Trump.

Republicans bash Dems' 'vilification' of service members, say rhetoric increases odds of violence

December 3, 2025

Republicans bash Dems' 'vilification' of service members, say rhetoric increases odds of violence

Lawmakers debated ICE agents' use of masks and civilian clothing during operations, with Democrats warning the tactics could lead to dangerous confrontations.

Former NBA star teams up with GOP lawmaker to help young children suffering from stuttering disorder

December 3, 2025

Former NBA star teams up with GOP lawmaker to help young children suffering from stuttering disorder

Former NBA star Michael Kidd-Gilchrist is teaming with Reps. Addison McDowell and Shomari Figures on bipartisan legislation to require early stuttering screenings for kids on Medicaid.

House Republicans split over whether Trump should pursue regime change in Venezuela

December 3, 2025

House Republicans split over whether Trump should pursue regime change in Venezuela

House Republicans debate Venezuela regime change as a national security issue, with some cite concerns about repeating past Middle East intervention mistakes.

Trump torches Dems' 'fake affordability' pitch – but GOP panic in deep red state hints voters aren't buying it

December 2, 2025

Trump torches Dems' 'fake affordability' pitch – but GOP panic in deep red state hints voters aren't buying it

Trump criticizes Democrats' affordability platform as Tennessee congressional race between Matt Van Epps and Aftyn Behn draws national attention.

GOP rep weighs bolting California for Texas seat as dueling redistricting wars upend 2026 map: report

December 2, 2025

GOP rep weighs bolting California for Texas seat as dueling redistricting wars upend 2026 map: report

GOP Rep. Darrell Issa considers an unusual move from California to run for Congress in Texas amid controversial redistricting battles affecting both states.