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The White House has told key Republicans to expect a roughly $80 billion supplemental request to fund the Iran war, likely by week’s end, with funds intended to replenish missiles and cover ongoing operations. The move faces Democratic opposition and GOP navigations over timing and scope, as lawmakers weigh how defense spending should fit with other agenda items and broader reconciliation efforts.
Rep. Andrew Ogles deleted his official X post declaring, 'Homosexuality has no place in America. Happy Nuclear Family Month,' after backlash tied to Pride Month; he blamed a staffer and said the employee was reprimanded. House GOP leaders Mike Johnson and Steve Scalise criticized the post, while Rep. Michael Lawler called it idiotic and offensive, reflecting rare GOP disagreement over social-media activity. Ogles has a history of Islamophobic posts that have drawn Democratic criticism but limited leadership action. The incident highlights ongoing tensions within the party over LGBTQ issues.
Republicans return from recess to a stalled midterm agenda dominated by a $72B immigration-enforcement package tied to the Trump-backed Anti-Weaponization Fund; internal GOP feuds, a court block, and possible fund modifications threaten passage, even as Schumer vows to kill the fund. House factions clash over payouts to Capitol attackers, while Iran war-powers votes and a June 12 deadline to reauthorize a government spy authority loom, with hard-liners pushing anti-trans bills and other battles driving the agenda.
Vice President JD Vance downplayed Trump’s chatter about a 2028 GOP ticket with him and Rubio, joking that a televised 'apprentice' contest isn’t appropriate. He’s focused on his current duties, while Rubio remains a high-profile ally and has said he wouldn’t run against Vance. Trump has reportedly polled advisers on top contenders and even floated a Vance–Rubio dream ticket, while Vance has been building fundraising support as GOP finance chair.
Conservatives in the GOP threaten to vote against the procedural rule to renew FISA, risking a lapse on April 20. Johnson can lose only a couple of votes, and leadership is weighing a compromise that could allow a vote on warrant requirements and potentially extend the program through Trump’s term, with some lawmakers pushing to attach the SAVE America Act—negotiations continue as lawmakers seek a path forward.
With a June 1 funding deadline looming, GOP leaders seek to pass a slim, immigration-focused DHS funding bill via reconciliation to restore DHS dollars and end the shutdown, hoping to bypass Democratic hurdles, but face opposition from House conservatives and some Senate Republicans who want broader DHS funding and other GOP priorities. Senate leaders may move quickly on a budget blueprint for the reconciliation bill, while other Capitol watch items include a 702 spy powers extension and resignations of Swalwell and Gonzales.
After liberal Chris Taylor defeated Maria Lazar by more than 20 points in Wisconsin’s state Supreme Court race, GOP insiders are pressing for chair Brian Schimming’s resignation, arguing the party’s fundraising and messaging lag behind Democrats as Wisconsin heads into crucial November elections and a potential 2028 presidential contest.
The Senate-passed Homeland Security funding package triggered swift blowback from House Republicans, forcing Speaker Mike Johnson to rally the party amid internal divisions over the deal and its implications for border policy and government funding.
A report notes that anti-Muslim rhetoric is rising within the Republican Party with limited pushback from its leadership, highlighting examples from lawmakers such as Sen. Tommy Tuberville and Rep. Andy Ogles and raising concerns about the climate for Muslim Americans and other minority groups ahead of elections.
The article reports on the ongoing US government shutdown, highlighting disagreements between House and Senate leaders over emergency troop pay legislation, and covers various political confrontations and investigations involving prominent lawmakers and officials, including debates over law enforcement actions and healthcare policy issues.
The article discusses the ongoing US government shutdown, highlighting conflicting messages between President Trump and Democrats about health care negotiations, GOP leadership's stance on talks, and various political developments including FBI phone record investigations and legislative actions. It also covers intra-party disagreements and recent hearings involving Attorney General Pam Bondi.
House Republican leaders are moving forward with votes on three key cryptocurrency bills, including the CLARITY Act, GENIUS Act, and a CBDC ban, with plans to possibly merge some measures; the bills are expected to pass with some bipartisan support, while GOP debates continue over digital currency regulations and party strategies.
The Freedom Caucus members ultimately accepted the bill without any significant changes after intense negotiations with GOP leaders and the White House, with Trump and GOP leaders exerting pressure to pass the bill before July 4, despite initial opposition from some members.
The Senate GOP leadership is pushing to pass a comprehensive budget bill by July 4, facing internal disagreements and potential delays, with key negotiations ongoing to meet the aggressive timeline despite concerns about Medicaid provisions and House approval.
Senator John Thune has successfully navigated his way to becoming the GOP leader by focusing on Republican senators and mending his relationship with Donald Trump. Despite past criticisms of Trump, Thune has maintained communication with him and aligned his voting record with Trump's agenda over 90% of the time. Thune's victory indicates a balance between leading a bipartisan institution and supporting Trump's agenda, with GOP senators backing him to maintain congressional powers while endorsing much of Trump's policies. Thune's leadership is seen as a unifying force within the Republican conference.