Johns Hopkins University's Lilliana Mason discusses her research on the rise in hyper partisanship in the U.S. and threat of political violence and Reps. Tim Burchett (R-TN) and Dina Titus (D-NV) discuss government funding and border security.
The House will consider legislation to bar the federal government from entering into or enforcing settlement agreements that include payments to third party groups.
2024 Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy joined a protest at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines to oppose the use of eminent domain to seize land for carbon dioxide pipelines in the Hawkeye State. Mr. Ramaswamy was challenged multiple times on his views on climate change by audience members. His appearance at the protest came just days before the 2024 Iowa Caucus.
The House will consider legislation to bar the federal government from entering into or enforcing settlement agreements that include payments to third party groups.
2024 Republican presidential candidate Ryan Binkley joined a protest at the Iowa State Capitol in Des Moines to oppose the use of eminent domain to seize land for carbon dioxide pipelines in the Hawkeye State. He talked about why he believes he is the right person to fulfill the role of president of the United States.
Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN) discussed government funding, the Hunter Biden contempt of Congress resolution, and impeachment proceedings against Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas.
The House will consider legislation to bar the federal government from entering into or enforcing settlement agreements that include payments to third party groups.
House Democratic Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D- NY) discussed the party's legislative agenda with reporters on Capitol Hill. Topics included the funding deal struck between Speaker Mike Johnson (R) and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D), the special election for New York's 3rd congressional district, and the GOP's agenda.
Former President Trump spoke to reporters as the civil fraud trial against the Trump Organization in New York City began wrapping up. The former president reiterated the entire trial was a "witch hunt" that amounted to "election interference" and sponsored by the Democratic Party. Earlier in the day the judge in the case allowed Mr. Trump to deliver a closing argument.
Rep. Dina Titus (D-NV), a member of the Homeland Security and Foreign Affairs committees, discussed impeachment proceedings against Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas, and U.S. aid to Ukraine and Israel.
"I was a part of the problem. I am here now standing as a man that wants to be a part of the solution,' said musician Jason "Jelly Roll" DeFord as he testified before the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee. The musician, who was once a drug dealer, now philanthropist, Country Music Association award winner and Grammy Awards nominee testified before Congress on how addiction is impacting communities across the country. He advocated for fentanyl awareness and legislative solutions to stop illegal smuggling of the opioid. In addition, he discussed crime sentencing and mental health.
Former President Trump spoke to reporters as the civil fraud trial against the Trump Organization in New York City began wrapping up. The former president reiterated the entire trial was a "witch hunt" that amounted to "election interference" and sponsored by the Democratic Party. Earlier in the day the judge in the case allowed Mr. Trump to deliver a closing argument.
House Democratic Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D- NY) discussed the party's legislative agenda with reporters on Capitol Hill. Topics included the funding deal struck between Speaker Mike Johnson (R) and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D), the special election for New York's 3rd congressional district, and the GOP's agenda.
White House National Security Council Strategic Communications Coordinator John Kirby, National Economic Adviser Lael Brainard and Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre held a briefing on the Biden administration's policy agenda. Topics included the economy and small businesses, the Israel-Hamas war, government funding, and communication with cabinet members amid the recent hospitalization of Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin.
"I was a part of the problem. I am here now standing as a man that wants to be a part of the solution,' said musician Jason "Jelly Roll" DeFord as he testified before the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee. The musician, who was once a drug dealer, now philanthropist, Country Music Association award winner and Grammy Awards nominee testified before Congress on how addiction is impacting communities across the country. He advocated for fentanyl awareness and legislative solutions to stop illegal smuggling of the opioid. In addition, he discussed crime sentencing and mental health.
Lilliana Mason, associate professor of political science at Johns Hopkins University, discussed her research on the rise in hyperpartisanship in the U.S. and threat of political violence.
Donald Trump Jr. campaigned on behalf of his father, 2024 Republican presidential candidate and former President Donald Trump, at a restaurant in Urbandale, Iowa. He spoke to voters about why he believes the former president is the right person to lead the country for the next four years. His remarks came less than a week before the Hawkeye State's first-in-the-nation caucus.
2024 Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley campaigned in Ankeny, Iowa, four days before the state's first-in-the-nation caucus. She urged voters to cast their ballot for her and outlined her stances on issues including border security, tax policy, education and foreign aid.
2024 GOP presidential candidate Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida participated in a meet and greet with voters in Clive, Iowa. He spoke about his track record as governor and answered questions from audience members, including a question on a previous legal battle in which the Walt Disney Company alleged the state of Florida unconstitutionally retaliated against the company for opposing a controversial education law. His meet and greet with voters came just days before the 2024 Iowa Caucuses.
Former President Trump spoke to reporters as the civil fraud trial against the Trump Organization in New York City began wrapping up. The former president reiterated the entire trial was a "witch hunt" that amounted to "election interference" and sponsored by the Democratic Party. Earlier in the day the judge in the case allowed Mr. Trump to deliver a closing argument.
