All articles tagged with #political infighting
Ukraine faces ongoing military and political turmoil as Russian forces advance, with internal government conflicts and a worsening war situation, including heavy Russian drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian cities.
Jim Jordan's bid for the speakership of the House of Representatives has ended in failure, revealing the deep divisions within the Republican Party. Jordan's reliance on threats and intimidation backfired, alienating his colleagues and leading to his humiliating defeat. The House Republicans now face the challenge of finding a new leader who can unite the party and move beyond the damage caused by the January 6th insurrection. The article suggests that Jordan's downfall is a sign of an even more fractured Republican Party to come, as the party grapples with the legacy of Donald Trump and the rise of extremist factions.
Tennessee lawmakers abruptly ended a special session aimed at improving public safety following a deadly school shooting, as the GOP-dominated Statehouse refused to address gun control measures and instead became embroiled in political infighting. Only four bills were passed, which included encouraging safe gun storage, requiring an annual human trafficking report, and increasing funding for mental health and education safety initiatives. Tensions escalated when Republican House Speaker Cameron Sexton and Democratic Rep. Justin Pearson had a brief physical altercation. The session's purpose was overshadowed by the lack of progress on gun control, leading to public outrage and limited access to the Capitol building.