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politics2 months ago•8 min saved

GOP presses for explicit end to DOJ 'Weaponization' fund as immigration bill stalls

Republican lawmakers urge the DOJ to explicitly renounce the $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' as the department retreats from the program, arguing the latest statement doesn’t satisfy concerns that the fund could be used for Jan. 6 prosecutions. With a court injunction in place and the immigration-enforcement bill stuck in limbo, GOP leaders warn of a possible veto and seek stronger guardrails or a ban, while some House Republicans explore language to kill the fund entirely.

via Politico|

#doj #gop-senate #immigration-enforcement

politics3 months ago•6 min saved

GOP eyes scrapping White House ballroom funding in immigration bill

Four Republican senators publicly oppose funding for the White House East Wing ballroom as part of the immigration-enforcement bill, with others privately opposed; some urge removing or shrinking the $1 billion Secret Service line-item, while Democrats oppose the package overall. The White House has briefed lawmakers, and leaders aim to vote before Memorial Day recess, potentially stripping the provision if needed.

via Politico|

#ballroom #east-wing-modernization #gop-senate

politics2 years ago•10 min saved

Kari Lake's Struggles Threaten GOP Senate Pickup and Common Sense Claims

Kari Lake, a Republican candidate running for Senate in Arizona, is attempting to court moderate Republicans and broaden her base after a divisive and controversial campaign for governor. However, her efforts to reach out to former rivals and party members have been met with skepticism due to her refusal to acknowledge her electoral loss and her past attacks on fellow Republicans. Some Republicans fear that her ongoing legal battle and conspiracy theories surrounding the 2020 election may harm her chances of winning over moderate voters. National Republicans are cautiously observing her campaign and waiting to see if she can appeal to voters before providing significant support.

via The Washington Post|

#arizona #election-campaign #gop-senate