All articles tagged with #infighting
In Michigan’s 7th District, three Democrats compete to take on Republican Rep. Tom Barrett, but behind-the-scenes infighting—centered on Sen. Elissa Slotkin’s backing of Matt Maasdam and fundraising support—has sparked anger and questions about which candidate can actually win in November, as outside groups pour money into the race ahead of the Aug. 4 primary.
Tensions within Michigan's Democratic Party surface as heated summer primaries threaten party unity, with questions about future endorsements after the Aug. 4 election, including Hillary Scholten dodging a direct answer on whether she would back Abdul El-Sayed if he wins the primary.
Jill Biden dismissed concerns that her memoir tour is reopening old wounds for Democrats, telling NBC's Today that the party should move forward and focus on winning the midterms. While some Democrats view the tour as a distraction, she said the 2024 election mistakes would be learned from and stressed that 'things are going to move forward.' The memoir, which recounts her husband Joe Biden's controversial 2024 debate, has unsettled some Democrats who worry it could relitigate the party’s losses while they try to balance accountability with electoral priorities.
Axios reports a wave of Pentagon exits in Trump 2.0's era, with at least 15 defense officials leaving or being pushed out as factions clash and leadership trust sours. The shakeup follows Navy Secretary John Phelan's and Army Chief Gen. Randy George's removals, fueled by personal rivalries (notably Phelan vs. Hegseth) and policy disputes such as shipbuilding reform, all while Iran war pressures complicate decisions and spur further rumors of more firings.
ESPN reports that the Lakers’ $10 billion sale intensified long-running Buss family tensions, with Jeanie Buss consolidating control after Jerry Buss’s death and a pattern of distrust and infighting among siblings. Interviews with staffers and insiders describe power struggles, coups, and questions about whether the sale aligned with the family trust, culminating in the firing of Joey, Jesse, and Janie Buss after the deal closed and leaving unresolved questions about how the transfer of ownership was handled.
The AmericaFest conference in Phoenix showcased divisions within the conservative movement, with high-profile figures like Tucker Carlson and Ben Shapiro clashing over ideological purity and controversial figures like Nick Fuentes, amid the backdrop of Charlie Kirk's death and internal disagreements about the direction of conservatism.
Donald Trump is struggling to select a Treasury Secretary amid infighting between factions supporting Howard Lutnick and Scott Bessent. The delay has increased the chances of other contenders like Robert Lighthizer and Kevin Warsh. Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have weighed in, with Musk favoring Lutnick. The decision is crucial as it involves overseeing financial markets, U.S. debt, and economic policy. Other key economic positions remain unfilled as Trump continues to deliberate.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition is experiencing internal conflicts over a proposed ceasefire plan, highlighting divisions within the government.
Navjot Sidhu's rallies in Punjab have sparked a sharp response from the state Congress, highlighting the party's internal discord as a major hurdle in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls. The infighting within the Congress, including public spats and power struggles, has overshadowed the challenge posed by political rivals AAP and BJP. The face-off has also fueled speculation about Sidhu's potential return to the BJP, further underscoring the Congress's organizational weaknesses. Similar internal conflicts are evident in Haryana and Himachal Pradesh, indicating a broader struggle for the party to set its house in order ahead of the elections.
Senator Ron Johnson has withdrawn a bill that would have expanded the FBI's surveillance powers after facing opposition from fellow Republicans, highlighting the ongoing infighting within the GOP over national security and civil liberties issues.
House Speaker Mike Johnson's plans to pass a bipartisan tax deal through the House this week are in jeopardy as House Republicans express last-minute concerns, including demands for state and local tax relief, opposition to expanding the Child Tax Credit, and frustration over relying on Democratic votes. The infighting complicates the path to a floor vote, with some members threatening to oppose unrelated rules for other legislation if their concerns are not addressed. The delay in passing the tax package could complicate the IRS's handling of tax returns for the 2024 filing season.
The Michigan GOP is in turmoil after a vote to remove Kristina Karamo, a Donald Trump-supporting election denier, as its chair. The vote, which saw over 88 percent of members present supporting Karamo's removal, has led to infighting and conflicting claims about the legitimacy of the decision. Karamo, who has made baseless claims about election fraud and has ties to the QAnon conspiracy theory, refuses to recognize the vote and plans to proceed with a special meeting. The party's leadership remains in dispute, with allegations of a "sinister plot" to fracture the party.
The Michigan Republican Party is facing financial turmoil, infighting, and calls for new leadership less than a year before the 2024 presidential election. Party officials accuse the current chair, Kristina Karamo, of mismanagement, failing to fundraise, and sparking division within the party. A recent report revealed that the party had a net income of just $71,000 between March and November and over $600,000 in debt. Karamo, who gained political clout by pushing election conspiracy theories, has defended her leadership and claimed to be "course correcting" the party. However, critics argue that effective state parties are crucial for winning close elections and believe a change in leadership is necessary.
There is a growing movement to remove Kristina Karamo as chair of the Michigan Republican Party due to dissatisfaction with her leadership. A majority of the party's state committee skipped a meeting she convened, attending an alternative meeting organized by discontented party leaders instead. Critics allege that Karamo has further divided the party and failed to revitalize it, with meager fundraising and financial struggles. State committee members have filed a petition for a special meeting to remove Karamo, but it remains uncertain if they have enough support. Karamo's controversial views, including conspiracy theories and Christian nationalism, have also caused concern among party members.
Infighting within Ron DeSantis's team has escalated as they struggle to respond to Nikki Haley's growing success in the presidential race. Some advisers even nearly came to blows during a meeting to discuss countering Haley. DeSantis, once seen as a natural successor to Donald Trump, has seen his campaign falter, while Haley has gained momentum and surpassed him in the polls. DeSantis's major donors are growing frustrated, with some considering switching their support to Haley. Meanwhile, concerns about Biden's age and his ability to understand and address the issues important to young voters have led to a decline in support among this demographic.