Representative Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) said Monday that he will “announce his retirement from office” when the House reconvenes on Tuesday, an announcement that came just an hour after Representative Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) said he would resign from Congress. Both Congressmen were facing increasing demands for their resignation or expulsion based on the allegations… Source link
The Trump administration will allow the LGBTQ pride flag to fly at Stonewall National Memorial, after the flag’s removal prompted an outcry and lawsuit. According to court documents, the administration agreed to place a rainbow pride flag on the New York City monument, which commemorates the struggle for LGBTQ rights. The settlement ends the lawsuit…
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton lashed out at President Trump on Monday for several “intemperate” social media posts criticizing his administration’s approach to negotiations with Iran. Speaking to hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski on MS Now’s “Morning Joe,” the former first lady and senator said Trump must be held “accountable”… Source link
The Cook Political Report on Monday shifted four Senate races to the left, but noted the GOP is still favored to retain its majority in the upper chamber this November. “With the national climate increasingly favorable to Republicans, the Senate battleground is shifting in favor of the Democrats,” wrote Senate & Governors editor Jessica Taylor….
The House Ethics Committee has launched an investigation into Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) amid allegations of sexual misconduct. The investigation follows explosive allegations by a former aide that Swalwell sexually harassed her on two occasions — allegations that were first made public Friday in the San Francisco Chronicle. After that article… Source link
President Trump said Monday he will not apologize for his criticism of Pope Leo XIV, calling him “weak” after the pontiff spoke out against the Iran war. When Trump was asked whether he should seek an apology from the first American Pope in history, he told reporters outside the Oval Office, “No, I don’t want…
President Trump gave unscheduled remarks to reporters Monday morning, shortly after the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz was imposed. President Trump announced Monday afternoon that 34 ships had passed through the Strait of Hormuz today, “the highest number ever since this senseless closure began.” The blockade started at 10 am… Source link
Why did an Oxford-educated journalist say something so transparently stupid? Source link
More than 1,000 professionals in the entertainment business are voicing opposition to the planned mega merger between Paramount and Warner Bros., which is eyeing a deal that would deal a major blow to the TV and film business. In an open letter, which was signed by Hollywood stars like Bryan Cranston, Ben Stiller and… Source…
Congressional Republicans are being criticized for their silence on President Trump’s erratic behavior and possible cognitive decline, as they have previously criticized President Biden for similar behavior. Source link
