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politics1 year ago

Biden's Controversial Pardon of Hunter Sparks Political Debate

Some Democrats are criticizing their party for not distancing itself from President Joe Biden after he pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, following the party's loss in the 2024 presidential race. While some Democrats, like California Gov. Gavin Newsom, have openly criticized Biden's decision, others have remained silent or defended him. The pardon has sparked intraparty tension, with some viewing it as a misuse of power and a political liability, while others believe it will soon be forgotten or could even open discussions on broader issues like addiction and incarceration.

via POLITICO|
#democratic-party#hunter-biden#intraparty-conflict
politics1 year ago

GOP Infighting Intensifies in Texas Runoff Between Gonzales and Herrera

Rep. Tony Gonzales is facing a tense GOP runoff against gun activist Brandon Herrera, highlighting deep divisions within the Republican Party. Gonzales, who has been criticized by hard-right members for his bipartisan votes on gun safety and immigration, has labeled his opponents as "scumbags" and "anarchists." The outcome of this race could signal the direction of the House GOP Conference and its agenda.

via CNN|
#brandon-herrera#gop#intraparty-conflict
politics1 year ago

"Uvalde's GOP Runoff: Guns, Immigration, and Celebrity Endorsements"

Rep. Tony Gonzales is facing a tense GOP runoff against gun activist Brandon Herrera, highlighting deep divisions within the Republican Party. Gonzales, who has been criticized by hard-right members for his bipartisan votes on gun safety and immigration, has labeled his opponents as "scumbags" and "anarchists." The outcome of this race could signal the direction of the House GOP, with Gonzales vowing to campaign against hard-right members if he wins. The race underscores broader intraparty conflicts affecting GOP primaries nationwide.

via CNN|
#brandon-herrera#gop#intraparty-conflict
politics2 years ago

The Impeachment of Ken Paxton Reveals Deep Divisions in Texas GOP.

The impeachment of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton by fellow Republicans has exposed a growing rift in the state's GOP. The conflict between moderates and hard-liners highlights tension over the future of the party, with some members advocating for a more traditional Republican Party while others support the version under Trump. The fight is especially urgent in Texas, where increasing urbanization and demographic changes threaten the party's dominance over Democrats. The impeachment drew in national Republican figures, including former President Donald J. Trump, and offered a stark demonstration of two increasingly warring currents in Republican politics.

via The New York Times|
#impeachment#intraparty-conflict#ken-paxton