Lawmakers dismiss possibility of debt limit off-ramp

Lawmakers dismiss possibility of debt limit off-ramp

[ad_1] Some Republicans — particularly House conservatives — see that as a win for Democrats and Biden, who have been pushing to lift to the debt ceiling with no strings attached as the GOP calls for significant cuts to federal spending in exchange. So they’re not looking to open that particular escape hatch, at least … Read more

Florida lawmakers restrict pronouns and tackle book objections in sweeping education bill

Florida lawmakers restrict pronouns and tackle book objections in sweeping education bill

[ad_1] Florida’s proposed parental rights expansions, FL HB1069 (23R), are part of the push by state conservatives to uproot what they say is “indoctrination” in schools and is one of several bills taken up this session focusing on the LGBTQ community and transness in particular. It’s an issue DeSantis frequently raises ahead of his expected … Read more

Appeals court upholds Florida voting restrictions approved by GOP lawmakers

Appeals court upholds Florida voting restrictions approved by GOP lawmakers

[ad_1] But on Thursday, the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals determined that Walker’s 288-page order was based on legal errors and “clearly erroneous” findings of fact. The appeals court sent the case back to the lower court for review. It also reversed the requirement that Florida needs prior clearance to change parts of voting law. … Read more

Lawmakers are worked up about Tucker Carlson’s exit from Fox News

Lawmakers are worked up about Tucker Carlson’s exit from Fox News

[ad_1] Kari Lake, a former Arizona gubernatorial candidate and television host, congratulated Carlson on the move. “The best decision I ever made was leaving Fox. Good for you, @TuckerCarlson. You’re free & uncensored!” she tweeted. Former Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney, who frequently lambasted the Fox News host in the past, said it’s “about time” after … Read more

More care at home could save Medicare, lawmakers believe

More care at home could save Medicare, lawmakers believe

[ad_1] The sponsors and industry backers say that by allowing Medicare to pay for at-home care for more patients, Congress can reduce expensive hospitalizations and help stabilize Medicare’s teetering finances. “When you look at the numbers and demands on Medicare in the years on the horizon, we need to innovate,” Smith said. The legislation would … Read more

Lawmakers stay in their lanes on Supreme Court abortion pill ruling

Lawmakers stay in their lanes on Supreme Court abortion pill ruling

[ad_1] On Sunday, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) said he will “live with whatever decision” eventually emerges from the court, while also attacking abortion as a practice and citing his previous support for national legislation limiting it. “It’s a human rights issue,” Graham said on CNN’s “State of the Union.” “At 15 weeks you have a … Read more

GOP lawmakers put new pressure on colleagues to quit TikTok

GOP lawmakers put new pressure on colleagues to quit TikTok

[ad_1] The lawmakers’ push follows internal guidance on Capitol Hill from the top cybersecurity officials in each chamber starting back in 2020, warning staff against downloading or using TikTok. The memos have centered on concerns that the Chinese government could get its hands on TikTok’s massive amounts of user data because the app is owned … Read more

Florida lawmakers vote to end state’s legacy as an abortion refuge

Florida lawmakers vote to end state’s legacy as an abortion refuge

[ad_1] The Florida House approved it on a 70-40 vote on Thursday. The state Senate approved it last week. The six-week ban will help DeSantis show conservative voters in a primary contest that he’s solidly anti-abortion, but it also carries big risks in a general election. Republicans overall underperformed during the 2022 midterm elections, in … Read more

GOP lawmakers condemn French President Macron’s ‘betrayal’ of Taiwan

GOP lawmakers condemn French President Macron’s ‘betrayal’ of Taiwan

[ad_1] Republicans on Capitol Hill sounded equally as dire. “The Chinese Communist Party is the most significant challenge to Western society, our economic security, and our way of life…France must be clear-eyed about this threat,” said Sen. Todd Young (R-Ind.), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Macron’s statements “were embarrassing, they were disgraceful… … Read more

GOP lawmakers condemn French President Macron’s ‘betrayal’ of Taiwan

GOP lawmakers condemn French President Macron’s ‘betrayal’ of Taiwan

[ad_1] Republicans on Capitol Hill sounded equally as dire. “The Chinese Communist Party is the most significant challenge to Western society, our economic security, and our way of life…France must be clear-eyed about this threat,” said Sen. Todd Young (R-Ind.), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. Macron’s statements “were embarrassing, they were disgraceful… … Read more