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politics1 year ago•4 min saved

"Trump and Speaker Johnson's Alliance Strengthens Amid Republican Revolt"

Speaker Mike Johnson is making efforts to align himself with Donald Trump as he faces a potential challenge to his speakership from House Republicans. Johnson plans to appear at a news conference with Trump to discuss "election integrity," a topic important to Trump. Seeking Trump's public support, Johnson is also navigating a politically sensitive Ukraine aid package, which Trump has criticized. While Johnson aims to stay in Trump's good graces, he faces challenges in proving complete alignment, particularly with his push for foreign surveillance reauthorization. Amidst this, Trump has indicated a desire to avoid another speaker fight, while some House Republicans hope for Trump's backing on key issues.

via CNN|

#donald-trump #house-republicans #mike-johnson

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Republican Women Candidates Prioritize Unity Over Speaker Controversy

Republican women members of the U.S. House of Representatives have chosen to stay on the sidelines during the ongoing fight over who should lead the Republican caucus, citing a desire to avoid the political toll of the brutal battle. Since the ouster of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, the caucus has been through multiple unsuccessful rounds of voting, with no women members putting themselves forward as speaker. With women making up only 15% of the House Republican party, compared to 43% of House Democrats, some Republican women have expressed that they are too smart to get involved in the recent political shenanigans, while others see it as a missed opportunity but are unwilling to subject themselves to the ongoing chaos.

via Reuters|

#political-strategy #politics #republican-caucus

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Gender Dynamics in the Speaker Fight: Elise Stefanik Observes Male Colleagues' Struggles

Elise Stefanik, a Republican lawmaker from Upstate New York, is strategically avoiding the chaotic race for Speaker of the House, allowing her to steer clear of the turmoil engulfing the GOP. While she has not ruled out seeking the position in the future, Stefanik is currently focused on unifying the House Republican Conference. By staying out of the speaker fight, she is preserving her stature and avoiding a potentially thankless job. Stefanik is also positioning herself as a power broker, acquiring leverage and becoming a sought-after ally for potential speaker candidates. Her ability to fundraise and support vulnerable Republicans in New York could further enhance her standing in the party.

via POLITICO|

#elise-stefanik #fundraising #gop

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

"House GOP Struggles with Leadership Void and Unwanted Responsibilities"

Republicans are currently grappling with a leadership crisis as they struggle to replace ousted House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. The party is divided and directionless, with internal battles and a lack of a strong leader. Former President Donald Trump remains the party's nominal leader, demanding absolute loyalty and creating chaos with his personal feuds and false claims about the 2020 election. This turmoil threatens to define the party's brand heading into future elections, as they seek control of the Senate and the White House. The messy battle for the speakership is largely symbolic, as Democrats currently control both chambers of Congress, but it highlights the dysfunction within the Republican Party.

via The New York Times|

#donald-trump #internal-dysfunction #leadership-crisis

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

GOP's Speaker Fight: A Ridiculous Dress-Up Game

The GOP is facing internal chaos and infighting as they struggle to elect a new Speaker of the House, leaving the House of Representatives at a standstill. Despite urgent matters such as providing aid to Israel and funding the government, some GOP members are more focused on performing for the cameras and drawing attention to themselves rather than resolving the leadership crisis. The situation has been described as "ridiculous" by a GOP member with close ties to leadership.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#gop #house-of-representatives #internal-conflict

politics2 years ago•6 min saved

"Scalise's Struggle for Votes: The Battle for GOP Speaker Continues"

Republican Representative Steve Scalise is struggling to secure the necessary votes to be elected as Speaker of the House, as many Republicans refuse to rally behind their party's chosen candidate. The GOP remains in chaos, with no clear end in sight to the infighting. Former President Donald Trump has also weighed in against Scalise, citing his battle with blood cancer as a reason he is unfit for the position. Some Republicans are considering alternative candidates, while others are discussing how the House might function without an elected speaker. The disarray has left the House leaderless and hindered its ability to address multiple crises.

via The New York Times|

#gop #house-republicans #jim-jordan

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Christie criticizes Republicans for paralyzing House with speaker fight after attack on Israel"

Republican presidential candidate Chris Christie criticized the Republican-led House of Representatives for its dysfunction and the recent ousting of Speaker Kevin McCarthy, stating that it highlights the irresponsibility of not having someone in place during a time of crisis, such as the recent attack on Israel by Hamas. Christie emphasized the need for the U.S. to support Israel and engage with regional allies to prevent the conflict from spreading.

via ABC News|

#chris-christie #house-of-representatives #israel