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politics1 year ago

"Primary Feud: GOP's Hard-Right Leader Faces Peril in Virginia as Federal Lawmakers Attend Campaign Event"

Republican Rep. Bob Good, leader of the House Freedom Caucus, is facing a primary challenge from fellow Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden and a band of House Republicans in Virginia. The infighting reflects a larger battle over the direction of the GOP, with Good's no-compromise approach clashing with calls for compromise and consensus. Good's support for DeSantis in the past and his vote to oust Kevin McCarthy have sparked criticism, while his opponents, including primary opponent John McGuire, are positioning themselves as unifiers and supporters of former President Trump.

via CNN|
#house-gop#politics#primary-feud
personal-tragedy2 years ago

Rep. Derrick Van Orden Mourns the Loss of His Eldest Daughter to Cancer

Wisconsin Rep. Derrick Van Orden announced the passing of his eldest daughter, Sydney Marie Martenis, after a year-long battle with cancer. Van Orden expressed profound grief and joy, stating that Sydney died peacefully surrounded by her family. Messages of support poured in from fellow lawmakers, offering condolences to the grieving family. Sydney is survived by her husband, children, parents, siblings, and extended family.

via New York Post |
#cancer#condolences#daughter
politics2 years ago

"Congressman Van Orden Faces Backlash for Vulgar Outburst Towards Senate Pages"

Rep. Derrick Van Orden, a Republican congressman from Wisconsin, faced bipartisan criticism after cursing at a group of high school-age Senate pages who were lying on the floor to take photos of the Capitol Rotunda. Van Orden refused to apologize, claiming he was protecting the integrity of the space. Senior members of Congress, including Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, expressed their dismay at Van Orden's behavior and lack of remorse. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy called the incident a possible "misunderstanding," while Rep. Chip Roy mocked Van Orden's outburst. This is not the first time Van Orden has faced controversy for his short temper, as he was previously accused of threatening a library staffer in 2021.

via NPR|
#bipartisan-scolding#capitol-rotunda#lack-of-remorse
politics2 years ago

"Republican Congressman Derrick Van Orden's Profane Outburst Shocks Senate Pages in Capitol Rotunda"

GOP Rep. Derrick Van Orden reportedly cursed out teenage Senate pages in the Capitol rotunda, calling them "pieces of s--t" and telling them to "get the f--k out." The incident occurred after midnight on Thursday while the pages were resting. Van Orden's behavior has sparked outrage among his colleagues, with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer defending the pages and criticizing Van Orden's refusal to apologize. Van Orden defended his actions, claiming that the pages were disrespecting the historical significance of the Capitol building.

via New York Post |
#capitol-rotunda#expletive-laced-tirade#gop