AOC loses bid to be top Democrat on powerful House Oversight Committee
Progressive Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., was defeated in her bid to be the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, losing to Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia.
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Funding Plan ‘Almost There,’ Still Negotiating: Johnson
‘The [continuing resolution] is coming together. Bipartisan work is ongoing,’ the House speaker told reporters during a Dec. 17 press conference. WASHINGTON—House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said that lawmakers are nearly done finalizing a plan to keep the government funded through March 2025. “The CR is coming together. Bipartisan work is ongoing. We’re almost there,”
Majority of Americans optimistic about Trump agenda, poll finds, despite tariff concern
President-elect Trump's expected policies remain popular with a majority of Americans as he sits weeks away from inauguration.
‘There’s always consequences’: GOP rebels plot mutiny against Johnson over government shutdown drama
House GOP hardliners are furious with House Speaker Mike Johnson about the way leaders have handled government funding.
Pete Hegseth may release sexual assault accuser from confidentiality agreement, setting up public showdown
Pete Hegseth, Trump’s defense secretary nominee ensnared in sexual assault allegations, plans to release his accuser from the confidentiality agreement he had her sign, according to Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Trump Says Freeland’s Departure Is Better for ‘Making Deals’
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump said the departure of Chrystia Freeland from the Liberal cabinet will help Canada strike better deals. Trump commented on Freeland’s resignation from the role of deputy prime minister and finance minister on Dec. 16, saying in a Truth Social post the “Great State of Canada is stunned” after she resigned or
Rep. Andy Harris Reelected Freedom Caucus Chairman
The Maryland Republican was initially elected to lead the caucus in September, succeeding Rep. Bob Good (R-Va.), who lost his primary. WASHINGTON—Rep. Andy Harris (R-Md.) was reelected chairman of the influential conservative House Freedom Caucus on Dec. 16. “This coming year will be pivotal as we work to deliver on President [Donald] Trump’s agenda, continue