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Speaker McCarthy's secret weapon in the debt ceiling negotiations is paying off

May 18, 2023

Speaker McCarthy's secret weapon in the debt ceiling negotiations is paying off

When the Republicans in the House passed the “Limit, Save, Grow Act" in April, the Washington establishment was shocked. Now, President Biden and Democrats find themselves in an unusual position.

Riley Gaines says liberals are supporting her activism to protect women’s sports: ‘Sick of their own party’

May 18, 2023

Riley Gaines says liberals are supporting her activism to protect women’s sports: ‘Sick of their own party’

Riley Gaines spoke with Fox News Digital on Capitol Hill after Republicans unveiled their Women's Bill of Rights, noting the support she's getting from liberals.

Nashville musicians worried AI could deprive them of their right to make a living: Sen. Blackburn

May 18, 2023

Nashville musicians worried AI could deprive them of their right to make a living: Sen. Blackburn

Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee spoke with Fox News Digital after grilling OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on artificial intelligence and content rights.

Republicans block George Santos expulsion, refer matter to House Ethics Committee

May 17, 2023

Republicans block George Santos expulsion, refer matter to House Ethics Committee

House Republicans blocked an effort by Democrats to expel embattled Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., and instead referred the matter to the House Ethics Committee.

McCarthy rebrands looming debt ceiling breach: 'Biden default'

May 17, 2023

McCarthy rebrands looming debt ceiling breach: 'Biden default'

McCarthy and the gathered Republicans broke into laughter when a reporter asked about Biden's recent comments on work requirements

Left-wing lawmakers press for federal reparations for Black Americans: 'We're here to demand it'

May 17, 2023

Left-wing lawmakers press for federal reparations for Black Americans: 'We're here to demand it'

A group of Democrats, led by progressive Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri, held a press conference outside the Capitol unveiling the Reparations Now resolution.

Blinken backs down, will let Congress see Afghan dissent cable that warned of swift Taliban takeover

May 17, 2023

Blinken backs down, will let Congress see Afghan dissent cable that warned of swift Taliban takeover

The State Department said Wednesday it would let lawmakers view the dissent channel cable related to the withdrawal of Afghanistan, in the face of a contempt vote against Blinken.

The Durham report is missing one critical thing

May 17, 2023

The Durham report is missing one critical thing

The Durham report has released a scathing review of what could possibly be described as the greatest hoax in American history. So what needs to happen next?

House Democrats begin 'Hail Mary' attempt to go around Speaker McCarthy and raise the debt limit

May 17, 2023

House Democrats begin 'Hail Mary' attempt to go around Speaker McCarthy and raise the debt limit

House Democrats on Wednesday filed a discharge petition, a long-shot procedural move that could force a vote on a debt limit increase if bipartisan negotiations fall apart.

Byron Donalds slams Democrats for debt ceiling 'calamity': House Republicans 'the only adults in the room'

May 17, 2023

Byron Donalds slams Democrats for debt ceiling 'calamity': House Republicans 'the only adults in the room'

Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Fla., rips President Biden and Democrat leaders for their "reckless" handling of the economy as debt ceiling negotiations continue.