Republican Party (United States) News & Breaking Stories

Kentucky voters will choose a governor as Beshear faces strong opposition. Polls show a close race. The election will come down to turnout.

Ohio and Virginia voters decide on abortion rights, impacting 2024 elections. Kentucky and Mississippi also elect governors. High stakes for both parties.

Reps. introduce resolutions to censure Rashida Tlaib for "from the river to the sea" slogan, calling it genocidal and supporting terrorism.

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds plans to endorse Ron DeSantis for president, giving his 2024 campaign a boost against Donald Trump.

Representative Rashida Tlaib demands President Biden's support for a cease-fire to stop "the genocide of the Palestinian people." #CeasefireNow

Ady Barkan, a California health care activist who went viral for a 2017 plane conversation with former Sen. Jeff Flake, has died of ALS.

Republicans are growing increasingly frustrated with Senator Tommy Tuberville's block on military promotions, which has resulted in over 350 vacant positions. Some Republicans have called Tuberville a liar and expressed concern over the negative impact on military readiness and morale. Tuberville's team may have made matters worse by suggesting that Republicans who joined a resolution to circumvent the block should face primary challengers. Tuberville remains defiant and refuses to change course.

Rep. George Santos survives a vote to expel him from the House as Republicans and some Democrats withhold punishment pending his trial and ethics investigation.

Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy wants to make a "deal" with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the war in Ukraine. Ramaswamy questions Ukraine's democracy and wants to end US aid to the country. He is currently fourth in the polls, behind Trump, DeSantis, and Haley.

Former US vice president Mike Pence drops out of the 2024 presidential race, highlighting Trump's dominance in the Republican Party.

Republican critics lash out at Democratic U.S. Rep. Jared Golden for changing his position on a proposed assault weapons ban after 19 people were killed by a gunman in Lewiston.

George Santos pleads not guilty to new charges, trial set for September 2024. Prosecutors request a speedy trial.

Lawmakers in the United States have introduced two Senate bills to address child labor violations, while a third bill aims to protect unaccompanied migrant children. The bills include measures to increase reporting requirements, disclose labor infractions, and penalize companies that violate child labor laws. The legislation follows a significant increase in child labor cases in the US.

Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman pleads guilty to triggering a fire alarm, pays fine and serves probation, but Republicans criticize him.

Bates College Museum of Art and Mount Desert Island Historical Society win recognition in New England Museum Association Publication Awards Competition.

Republicans elect Rep. Mike Johnson as House speaker, ending weeks of political chaos and ready to get to work.

Representative Mike Johnson becomes Speaker of the House, emphasizing his Christian faith and commitment to American values.

Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones Jr. announced on social media that he is stepping away from football to address personal family matters. Jones did not travel with the team for their game against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday.

House Republicans nominate Tom Emmer as their candidate for speaker, the third pick in three weeks. Emmer is a moderate with support for same-sex marriage and aid for Ukraine.

Electing Liz Cheney as Speaker of the House would bring stability, isolate extremists, and allow for bipartisan cooperation.

Former Trump Attorney Kenneth Chesebro pleads guilty to 2020 election charges in Georgia, along with Sidney Powell.

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-MN) is facing significant opposition from at least 12 GOP members in his bid to become Speaker of the House.

Utah Sen. Mitt Romney says he doesn't have a place in today's Republican Party, calling Donald Trump a failure of character.

President Joe Biden will deliver a prime-time address to rally support for his approach to conflicts in Israel and Ukraine. The speech aims to galvanize public opinion and pressure lawmakers to provide funding for the wars.

A State Department official resigned after Biden pledged $100 billion in aid to Israel, expressing disapproval over US military support.

Prominent lawyer Sidney Powell pleads guilty to reduced charges in Georgia election case, agrees to testify against co-defendants.

Republican Jim Jordan faces opposition within his own party in his bid to become Speaker, causing difficulties in passing bills and approving White House requests.

Firebrand Republican Rep. Jim Jordan loses support from more GOP colleagues as he fails to become House speaker.

The US Treasury Department has announced that it will temporarily lift sanctions on Venezuelan oil exports and gold for six months, with the option to amend or revoke the authorizations if President Maduro fails to fulfill his commitments. The move has drawn criticism from Republicans, who argue that it supports oppressive regimes and threatens US national security. However, Latin American scholars and energy analysts see it as a positive step towards stabilizing Venezuela's oil industry, which has been plagued by underinvestment and mismanagement.

Growing opposition to Rep. Jim Jordan's bid for Speaker of the House has sparked calls to empower Rep. Patrick McHenry with new powers to get the House operational again. McHenry, who currently oversees the chamber as Speaker Pro Tempore, would be faced with challenges such as government spending fights and ongoing cryptocurrency efforts. The idea has gained support from prominent conservative figures, including three former GOP House speakers, and Democrats have also expressed support for expanding McHenry's authorities. However, the proposal faces challenges from Jordan and his allies, and the extent and duration of McHenry's powers are still up for debate.

House Democrats rally behind Representative Hakeem Jeffries as their pick for speaker, despite him failing to reach the majority threshold.

House Democrats are in informal talks with Republicans about finding a bipartisan solution to selecting a new speaker.

Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan is confident he will secure the necessary votes to be elected speaker of the House, despite facing opposition from some members of his own party. Jordan, a polarizing figure in American politics, will need the backing of nearly all 221 GOP lawmakers in order to hold the highest office in Congress. Multiple votes may be held to elect a speaker, as happened in January when Kevin McCarthy won after 15 ballots. Jordan and his allies are pressing House GOP members to vote for him, arguing that the chamber needs a speaker to begin moving legislation again.

Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert used campaign donations to fund a party at a bar owned by her Democrat lover, where drag shows are held. Boebert faced backlash after being kicked out of a theater for groping her date during a performance.

Republican Attorney General Jeff Landry, backed by former President Donald Trump, has won the Louisiana governor's race, marking a major victory for the GOP. Landry will replace the only Democratic governor in the Deep South, John Bel Edwards.

Far-right Ohio Republican Jim Jordan faces an uphill battle to secure the 217 votes needed to win the House Speaker nomination.

NYC Councilwoman Inna Vernikov arrested for openly carrying a firearm at a pro-Palestinian rally, sparking calls for her dismissal.

Georgia Rep. Austin Scott has filed to be the Speaker of the House after Louisiana Rep. Steve Scalise withdrew his bid.

President participates in tour of Tioga Marine Terminal in Philadelphia,PA and discusses Bidenomics agenda creating union jobs and clean energy future.

Israel vows to maintain its siege on Gaza until hostages are released, causing a growing humanitarian crisis in the region.

Tlaib clarifies stance on Israel-Palestine violence, emphasizes she does not support targeting and killing of civilians. Controversy ensues.

House Republicans have nominated Rep. Steve Scalise to be the next House speaker, but deep divisions within the party have delayed the election process. Scalise narrowly beat Rep. Jim Jordan in a private ballot, but it remains uncertain whether lawmakers who supported Jordan will back Scalise in a full House vote. The GOP majority is divided, and Democrats are expected to oppose the Republican nominee.

Republicans struggle to unite and elect Rep. Steve Scalise as the next House speaker following the removal of Rep. Kevin McCarthy.

Kamala Harris faces criticism from both Republicans and Democrats ahead of the 2024 presidential election, with insults targeting her appearance.

74-year-old Steve Garvey, a former World Series champion, is running for the Senate in California and aims to be the first Republican to hold the position in decades. Despite the challenges, Garvey is confident he can win with his common sense campaign and focus on quality-of-life issues. He has received support from rival fan bases and Democrats who appreciate his care for them and their families. Garvey's former teammates, including Tommy Lasorda, have also shown their support. Garvey believes in the power of belief and hopes to connect with Californians before the election.

U.S. Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., has been charged with conspiracy, wire fraud, and other offenses in a 23-count superseding indictment. The charges include stealing people's identities, making unauthorized charges on donors' credit cards, and lying to the Federal Election Commission. Santos allegedly inflated his campaign's reported receipts and submitted false reports to the FEC to mislead officials and the public. The indictment also alleges that Santos participated in multiple fraudulent schemes. His treasurer, Nancy Marks, has already pleaded guilty to related conduct. Santos has refused to resign and denies the new charges.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a member of the famous Democratic family, has dropped his primary bid and will run for president as an independent in the 2024 race. Kennedy wants to declare independence from corporations, the media, and the two major political parties.

Former President Donald Trump complies with a gag order by not attacking the judge's staff in his civil fraud trial, but criticizes New York State Attorney General Letitia James instead.

Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) confirms his run for Speaker of the House, potentially attracting support from hardline conservatives.

Judge issues gag order in Trump's fraud trial, warning against personal attacks on court staff; Trump called judge "rogue" and AG "corrupt."