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Stefanik excoriates Dem for Elon Musk 'Nazi salute' accusation at UN ambassador hearing

January 21, 2025

Stefanik excoriates Dem for Elon Musk 'Nazi salute' accusation at UN ambassador hearing

"No, Elon Musk did not do those salutes," New York Rep. Elise Stefanik told Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy when pressed before lawmakers at her confirmation hearing.

Laken Riley Act set to become one of first bills to hit President Trump's desk

January 20, 2025

Laken Riley Act set to become one of first bills to hit President Trump's desk

The long-pushed Laken Riley Act could be one of the first bills to hit President Trump's desk in his new term.

Trump national security adviser pick Waltz resigns from House, shrinking GOP majority

January 20, 2025

Trump national security adviser pick Waltz resigns from House, shrinking GOP majority

Trump tapped Waltz, a House lawmaker and former Green Beret, in the fall to serve as his national security adviser.

JOHN YOO: A big TikTok consideration Trump needs to prioritize on Day One

January 20, 2025

JOHN YOO: A big TikTok consideration Trump needs to prioritize on Day One

Donald Trump has a duty to protect the national security of the United States. TikTok must be a part of that consideration for the 47th president.

LEADER JOHN THUNE: Congress is ready to work with President Trump to deliver on mandate from Americans

January 20, 2025

LEADER JOHN THUNE: Congress is ready to work with President Trump to deliver on mandate from Americans

President Trump’s inauguration will usher in a new era focused on American strength – including a strong economy, a strong border and a strong military.

If Trump is serious about helping working families, here’s what we can do together

January 20, 2025

If Trump is serious about helping working families, here’s what we can do together

Nevada voters opted for bipartisanship during the election. There are key issues where Democrats and Republicans can work together -- such as taxes on tips and the Child Tax Credit.

Johnson says price tag on Trump mass deportation plan is ‘small investment’ to ‘restore’ security, safety

January 19, 2025

Johnson says price tag on Trump mass deportation plan is ‘small investment’ to ‘restore’ security, safety

House Speaker Mike Johnson said President-elect Trump’s mass deportation plan to restore safety and security to the country won't cost trillions of dollars.

HHS cuts off funding for EcoHealth Alliance in light of COVID Committee evidence

January 18, 2025

HHS cuts off funding for EcoHealth Alliance in light of COVID Committee evidence

HHS formally debarred EcoHealth Alliance Inc. and its former president Dr. Peter Daszak for allegedly failing to report dangerous gain-of-function research in China.

Next Ohio senator, a 'fiscal conservative,' aims to 'get government out of people's lives'

January 17, 2025

Next Ohio senator, a 'fiscal conservative,' aims to 'get government out of people's lives'

In his first interview since being named the next Senator-designate for Ohio, Lt. Gov. Jon Husted explained he wants to bring his fiscally conservative philosophy to Washington.

DOJ 'politicized' under Biden, Ted Cruz confident Pam Bondi will reverse it

January 17, 2025

DOJ 'politicized' under Biden, Ted Cruz confident Pam Bondi will reverse it

Sen. Ted Cruz supports Pam Bondi's confirmation as attorney general, calling her Trump's most crucial nominee and praising her strong hearing performance.