Republican Rep. Nancy Mace wins renomination in South Carolina primary race

Republican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina wins renomination in a competitive primary race in the 1st Congressional District. She survived a serious challenge from Catherine Templeton and Marine Corps veteran Bill Young.

Staff Departure from Speaker Mike Johnson's Office

Speaker Mike Johnson is reportedly losing three top policy staffers who previously worked for then-Speaker Kevin McCarthy. The departure is expected to impact Johnson's leadership as appropriations season approaches.

California State Rep. Vince Fong wins special election for House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's seat

California State Rep. Vince Fong (R) won a special election to fill former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's seat until January, defeating Tulare County Sheriff Mike Boudreaux. Fong received 60.2% of the votes. Fong plans to focus on securing the border, supporting small businesses, water storage, energy industry, and national security.

Political Beef Between Kevin McCarthy and Matt Gaetz

Former Rep. Kevin McCarthy and Rep. Matt Gaetz are engaged in a political beef dating back months, with McCarthy recently calling Gaetz 'the Hunter Biden of the Republican Party' in a public insult.

House Ethics Committee investigation into Rep. Matt Gaetz

The House Ethics Committee is investigating allegations that Rep. Matt Gaetz used illicit drugs and attended parties with underage individuals. Gaetz has denied all wrongdoing and the Justice Department declined to bring charges against him. The probe involves questions about drug use, sexual activities, and connections to other individuals. Gaetz has criticized the Ethics Committee for targeting him.

US Politics

Representative Mike Lawler believes the foreign aid bill will pass and emphasizes the importance of the US supporting allies and standing up to adversaries. He criticizes some Republican colleagues for weakening Speaker Johnson's hand in negotiations by ousting former Speaker McCarthy.

Foreign Policy Challenges under the Biden Administration

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy warns that the Biden administration's 'weakness' is creating a precarious world mirroring the run-up to World War II, with escalating tensions and conflicts erupting since the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Political Scandal Involving Kevin McCarthy and Matt Gaetz

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy claims he was ousted because a member of Congress wanted him to stop an ethics complaint related to alleged sexual misconduct with a 17-year-old. Rep. Matt Gaetz is implicated in the situation.

Blame for GOP's Dwindling House Majority

The GOP's House majority is dwindling, and there is internal blame among Republicans for key lawmakers leaving prematurely, which is creating deep divisions within the party.

Internal Blame for GOP's Dwindling House Majority

The GOP is facing a dwindling House majority, and internal blame is being placed on various lawmakers who have resigned prematurely. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and other hard-liners are accusing former Speaker Kevin McCarthy of abandoning the party, leading to deep divisions within the House GOP. The ongoing resignations are causing concerns about the party's ability to govern effectively and maintain its majority.

Turmoil within House Republican Caucus

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy criticized current House Speaker Mike Johnson for not allowing enough time to read spending bills, blaming the downfall of Republicans on Rep. Matt Gaetz leading his ouster. McCarthy highlighted accomplishments during his tenure and emphasized the importance of transparency in legislation.

California Special Election to Replace Kevin McCarthy

A special election in California to replace former Speaker Kevin McCarthy in the House ended in a runoff, with State Assemblyman Vince Fong failing to reach the 50% threshold. Trump's endorsement of Fong adds significance to the race.

House Speaker Mike Johnson's Challenges

House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing challenges inherited from the previous Speaker Kevin McCarthy, including funding the government, working with a divided House Rules Committee, and handling a Biden impeachment inquiry that is losing steam. Johnson is struggling to navigate these challenges with a small majority and is facing opposition from conservative hard-liners in his party.

President Biden's State of the Union Address

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy argues that President Joe Biden's State of the Union address was aimed at solidifying himself as the Democratic nominee, out of fear of being removed from the ticket by his own party.