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Former doctor for Trump, Obama slams White House's 'malpractice' in allowing Biden to seek re-election

June 3, 2023

Former doctor for Trump, Obama slams White House's 'malpractice' in allowing Biden to seek re-election

Rep. Ronny Jackson, a former White House doctor, said President Biden is “not fit mentally or physically" after he fell on stage during a commencement ceremony at the U.S. Air Force Academy.

Biden signs debt ceiling bill, avoiding government default

June 3, 2023

Biden signs debt ceiling bill, avoiding government default

President Biden has signed a debt limit increase into law, averting a potential default on the national debt by allowing Congress to borrow more money.

Hurricane season is here. It's a reminder that climate and clean energy deserve Republican support

June 3, 2023

Hurricane season is here. It's a reminder that climate and clean energy deserve Republican support

The Inflation Reduction Act was passed nine months ago and now 200 clean energy projects have been announced. Republicans should support them. Climate is also an economic issue.

Debt deal delayed? How usual paperwork slows down Biden from signing bill into law

June 3, 2023

Debt deal delayed? How usual paperwork slows down Biden from signing bill into law

Congress' time-honored traditions and a some "paperwork" have delayed President Biden from signing the debt ceiling deal, with a looming Monday deadline.

Afghanistan veteran challenging George Santos blasts embattled congressman's 'mockery of our political system'

June 3, 2023

Afghanistan veteran challenging George Santos blasts embattled congressman's 'mockery of our political system'

Kellen Curry, a Republican and Afghanistan war veteran challenging Rep. George Santos, blasted the embattled congressman over the numerous federal charges he is facing.

Lawmakers demand answers from DHS about funding school program linking GOP, Christians to Nazis

June 2, 2023

Lawmakers demand answers from DHS about funding school program linking GOP, Christians to Nazis

The Department of Homeland Security must answer for bankrolling a program that lumped conservative groups with Nazis, Rep. Andy Biggs wrote to DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

Lawmakers sound off on Target woke controversy: 'Obsession with focusing on children'

June 2, 2023

Lawmakers sound off on Target woke controversy: 'Obsession with focusing on children'

Capitol Hill lawmakers react to the controversy over Target's Pride collection and decision to move some LGBT apparel following consumer outrage.

'Special Report' Spotlight: Is US power grid ready for summer?

June 1, 2023

'Special Report' Spotlight: Is US power grid ready for summer?

According to a report from the North American Electric Reliability Corporation, more than half of the country will experience blackouts this summer.

Man charged with attacking Rep. Angie Craig in DC apartment building pleads guilty

June 1, 2023

Man charged with attacking Rep. Angie Craig in DC apartment building pleads guilty

A man accused of assaulting Democratic U.S Rep. Angie Craig in a Washington D.C. apartment building has pleaded guilty.

Senate votes to kill $400 billion student loan handout, sets up fifth Biden veto

June 1, 2023

Senate votes to kill $400 billion student loan handout, sets up fifth Biden veto

The Senate voted Thursday to kill President Biden's student loan handout, which would cost the government more than $400 billion and has been delayed by court action.