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"The GOP's Perfect Storm of Dysfunction"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Bulwark

The GOP is facing a perfect storm of dysfunction, with recent events including the failure to impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas and a lost vote on aid to Israel, Ronna Romney McDaniel stepping down, and a DC Court of Appeals ruling rejecting Trump's claim of presidential immunity. The ruling paves the way for Trump's potential criminal trial, with the fate of his legal challenge now in the hands of the Supreme Court. Meanwhile, Republicans are accused of blocking policies they previously insisted on, and internal conflicts within the party are coming to light.

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Brian Higgins, Longtime NY House Democrat, Resigns from Congress in Frustration

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times

Representative Brian Higgins, a Democrat from New York, has announced that he will step down from Congress in February, citing dysfunction within the House and the failure of current leadership. Higgins, who has served for 19 years, expressed concern about the growing influence of Republicans seeking attention through aggressive floor speeches and controversial legislative amendments. His resignation will open a seat in New York's 26th Congressional District, and a special election will be held to find his successor.

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