Congress Considering Eliminating Federal Courts in Response to Rulings Against President Trump

Speaker Mike Johnson suggests the possibility of Congress eliminating some federal courts in response to rulings against President Trump. Republicans are considering legislative remedies, including defunding certain courts, to push back on federal judges' decisions. However, bipartisan agreement and Senate approval pose significant challenges.

President Trump's Actions and Republican Legislation Against Federal Courts

President Donald Trump discusses his administration's actions against congestion pricing in New York City and his take on the budget bill. House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan outlines Republican legislation to rein in the judiciary as Trump battles federal courts. Legislation includes limiting nationwide injunctions and expanding federal judgeships.

President Trump, Elon Musk, and Musk's Son's Bizarre Interaction at Executive Order Signing Event

President Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Musk's son had a bizarre interaction during an executive order signing event in the Oval Office. Trump referred to Musk's son as a 'great guy, high-IQ individual.' Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) was mandated for federal agencies to cut government expenditure. Musk's son, X Æ A-Xii, was criticized for being brought to the event and Musk potentially violated the Hatch Act by wearing a MAGA hat. Musk is facing opposition in federal courts regarding access to Treasury Department records and efforts to put USAID employees on leave.

President Joe Biden's veto of The Judges Act

President Joe Biden vetoed The Judges Act, which would have added more judgeships to federal courts. The move was seen as a way to prevent President-elect Donald Trump from influencing the courts with more conservative judges.

Donald Trump's hush money trial

Former president Donald Trump faces a 60-70 percent chance of being convicted in a hush money trial related to alleged payments to Stormy Daniels. His former advisor claims there is a high likelihood of conviction and potential house arrest.