Congressional Lawmakers Divided on China Trade Deal: ‘Another Promise Made and Another Promise Kept’

Congressional Lawmakers Divided on China Trade Deal: ‘Another Promise Made and Another Promise Kept’

James Swafford
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May 12, 2025
Representatives from the U.S. and China have agreed to a new trade deal that rolls back most tariffs. The U.S. agreed to lower its tariffs on Chinese goods. China agreed to lower its tariffs on American goods. Congressional lawmakers, however, are deeply divided over the deal. The divide is mostly along party lines, as usual. […]
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Congressional Lawmakers Rally to Mourn the Loss of Pope Francis and Support Christians Worldwide

Congressional Lawmakers Rally to Mourn the Loss of Pope Francis and Support Christians Worldwide

James Swafford
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April 21, 2025
Pope Francis passed away this morning after a long battle with chronic lung disease. He was 88 at the time of passing after suffering from a bout of double pneumonia. The Pope was known for his humility and concern for the poor. Congressional lawmakers from both sides of the aisle have united to mourn the […]
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Angel Mom Warns of Dangers of Illegal Immigration, Republicans Criticize Democrats’ Priorities

Angel Mom Warns of Dangers of Illegal Immigration, Republicans Criticize Democrats’ Priorities

James Swafford
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April 17, 2025
A press conference was recently held featuring an angel mom named Patty Morris. She was invited by the White House to tell her story and warn about the dangers of illegal immigration. Morris’s daughter, Rachel, was beaten to death by an illegal immigrant on a running trail. Republican lawmakers took the opportunity to respond to […]
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Attempted Murder of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s: 'These acts of political violence … have no place anywhere in our country'

Attempted Murder of Gov. Josh Shapiro’s: 'These acts of political violence … have no place anywhere in our country'

James Swafford
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April 15, 2025
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro (D) and his family recently survived an arson attack on the governor’s mansion. Allegedly, the suspect snuck onto the property at night and gained access to the inside of the building. He then attempted to burn the mansion down with everyone in it.  A number of congressional lawmakers have come out […]
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House of Representatives Takes Action Against Rogue Judges and Voter Fraud

House of Representatives Takes Action Against Rogue Judges and Voter Fraud

James Swafford
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April 11, 2025
The House of Representatives recently convened to pass more bills on rogue judges and voter registration. These bills were passed around the same time as the new Senate amended budget. The first bill was House Resolution (HR) 1526, also known as the No Rogue Rulings Act. In a nutshell, the bill limits the authority of […]
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Congressional Members Divided Over Trump Tariffs Despite Recent Market Uptick

Congressional Members Divided Over Trump Tariffs Despite Recent Market Uptick

James Swafford
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April 10, 2025
President Donald Trump’s (R) new wave of tariffs has congress divided along party lines. The division has only deepened after a rough few days in the stock market. After a loss of value, the market has begun to rise again after Trump announced that he would lower certain rates. Congressional members from Georgia and abroad […]
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House of Representatives Passes Bills on Veterans Affairs and Clashes with Senate Budget Resolution

House of Representatives Passes Bills on Veterans Affairs and Clashes with Senate Budget Resolution

James Swafford
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April 9, 2025
The House of Representatives convened recently to pass two bills concerning Veterans Affairs and healthcare. The first one, House Resolution (HR) 586, is about healthcare. The second one, HR 1039, is about the Department of Veterans Affairs and their efficiency.  HR 586 requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct an epidemiological study and […]
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Georgia Lawmakers React to Supreme Court Siding With Trump Admin on Alien Enemies Act

Georgia Lawmakers React to Supreme Court Siding With Trump Admin on Alien Enemies Act

James Swafford
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April 9, 2025
The Supreme Court of the United States recently sided with the Trump Administration on the Alien Enemies Act. The administration has been using the law as a way to facilitate the deportation of criminals and suspected gang members. A number of Republican lawmakers have come out in support of the decision. They have framed it […]
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Georgia Republicans React to March Job Report 'Far Exceeding Expectations'

Georgia Republicans React to March Job Report 'Far Exceeding Expectations'

James Swafford
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April 7, 2025
Despite the recent economic downturn related to the new set of tariffs, the March jobs report saw a massive increase. Over 228,000 jobs were added to the economy in March and many republicans were quick to celebrate. Notably, a few Georgia republicans shared their opinions on X.  To start, Representative Mike Collins shared his opinion […]
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Byron Donalds Receives Speaker Johnson's Endorsement for FL Governor

Byron Donalds Receives Speaker Johnson's Endorsement for FL Governor

Jackson Bakich
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April 3, 2025
Gubernatorial candidate and Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) has received the endorsement of House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA). Both Rep. Donalds and Speaker Johnson were a part of the 2017 Congressional freshman class. They also both ran for the open House Speakership once Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) was ousted from the position. The Republican Conference eventually chose […]
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Senate Democrats Slam Trump Administration For Chat Leak: 'Pete Hegseth Must be Fired'

Senate Democrats Slam Trump Administration For Chat Leak: 'Pete Hegseth Must be Fired'

James Swafford
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March 27, 2025
  The Trump administration has been under fire for the alleged leak of classified material to a journalist. The Signal chat leak has been a disaster for the Trump administration with many calling for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to be fired.  Top Republicans have come to the administration's defense explaining how no classified information was […]
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House of Representatives Receives Special Orders From President Trump Declaring National Emergencies

House of Representatives Receives Special Orders From President Trump Declaring National Emergencies

James Swafford
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March 6, 2025
It was not a very busy day today at the House of Representatives as no legislation was considered. The only major thing to pass was a censure of Representative Al Green (D) of Texas for disrupting the State of the Union address.  Instead, the House heard two special order speeches from Speaker Mike Johnson (R). […]
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Republican Lawmakers Wrap Up 2025 Issues Conference in South Florida

Republican Lawmakers Wrap Up 2025 Issues Conference in South Florida

Mateo Guillamont
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January 29, 2025
Republican lawmakers are concluding a three-day retreat hosted at President Donald Trump’s National Doral golf course and hotel in Miami, Florida.  The retreat was held for Republican members of the US House of Representatives and covered issues ranging from budgets, to campaigning, to homeland security, to education, and more.  President Trump addressed the retreat during […]
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