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GOP Senators Embarrassed by Jack Smith Testimony and Fact-Checking Gaffes
politics13 days ago

GOP Senators Embarrassed by Jack Smith Testimony and Fact-Checking Gaffes

Former special counsel Jack Smith testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee on September 29, 2026, defending his dismissed investigations into President Donald Trump. The hearing was dominated by factual errors from Republican senators, including Sen. Eric Schmitt’s confusion between an NBA game and a women’s college basketball game, and Sen. Josh Hawley’s incorrect claim that Smith searched Melania Trump’s personal drawers. Smith asserted he would not be silenced by threats of prosecution and defended his staff, while Republicans characterized his actions as an abuse of power.

via HuffPost|
#donald-trump#eric-schmitt#jack-smith
politics25 days ago

Senate Hearing Set for Sept. 23 to Scrutinize AI Surveillance Networks

Sen. Josh Hawley has scheduled a Senate hearing for September 23 to question CEOs of Flock Safety, Axon, Motorola, and Verkada regarding AI surveillance cameras. The hearing addresses concerns over data access, privacy violations, and potential misuse by law enforcement, following a broader bipartisan backlash against automated license plate readers.

via Politico|
#ai-surveillance#flock-safety#josh-hawley
politics1 year ago

Trump Criticizes Hawley Over Stock Trading Ban for Congress

President Donald Trump lashed out at Senator Josh Hawley on social media after Hawley's vote on a stock trading ban legislation, mistakenly believing it would negatively impact Trump and his business, leading to a misunderstanding that caused Trump's anger. Hawley defended his position, and the situation was later clarified, with Trump and Hawley reportedly reconciling.

via Rolling Stone|
#donald-trump#josh-hawley#legislation
Senate GOP Leadership Race Intensifies Amid Trump Influence
politics1 year ago

Senate GOP Leadership Race Intensifies Amid Trump Influence

Senator Josh Hawley has endorsed Senator John Cornyn for the position of Senate Majority Leader, citing Cornyn's efforts in fundraising and supporting competitive Senate races. Cornyn is competing against Senators Rick Scott and John Thune for the role, following Mitch McConnell's announcement that he will not seek another term as Senate Republican leader. The GOP senators will vote on the new leader on November 13.

via Fox News|
#john-cornyn#josh-hawley#mitch-mcconnell
"Senate Bill Proposes Tariff Hike on Chinese Vehicle Imports, Threatening US EV Manufacturing"
politics-and-trade2 years ago

"Senate Bill Proposes Tariff Hike on Chinese Vehicle Imports, Threatening US EV Manufacturing"

Senator Josh Hawley is set to introduce a bill raising tariffs on Chinese vehicle imports from 2.5% to 100%, aiming to address concerns about the impact of Chinese vehicles on US car companies and potential safety risks. The bipartisan effort comes amid growing worries about unfair competition and national security implications, with the Biden administration also reviewing China's automotive industry policies. U.S. car companies have expressed concerns about the threat posed by cheap Chinese autos, prompting calls for protective measures against Chinese vehicles and parts entering the American market.

via Fox Business|
#chinese-vehicle-imports#josh-hawley#politics-and-trade
"Senate Hearing Reveals Facebook's Censorship of Conservatives and Apology for Child Exploitation"
politics2 years ago

"Senate Hearing Reveals Facebook's Censorship of Conservatives and Apology for Child Exploitation"

Senator Josh Hawley accuses Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg of prioritizing the censorship of conservatives over addressing child exploitation on Facebook and Instagram, citing whistleblower claims and instances of neglect. Hawley suggests Zuckerberg allocate a portion of his wealth to help victims and remove potential predators from the platforms. He criticizes Facebook for censoring conservative content while neglecting to address sexual predators, and calls for accountability from Zuckerberg and other executives. Hawley also criticizes the FBI for focusing on politicized issues rather than cracking down on sex predators.

via Fox News|
#censorship#child-exploitation#facebook
Political Controversies: Hawley's Hold on Former McConnell Staffers, Trump's Hitler Comparisons, and Murkowski's Criticism
politics2 years ago

Political Controversies: Hawley's Hold on Former McConnell Staffers, Trump's Hitler Comparisons, and Murkowski's Criticism

Senator Josh Hawley is placing holds on the nominations of two individuals who are former staffers of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, further complicating the confirmation process for President Biden's nominees. Hawley's move is seen as a way to exert pressure on McConnell, with whom he has clashed in the past, and to signal his opposition to certain policies and appointments.

via POLITICO|
#confirmation-process#holds#josh-hawley
GOP Leaders Face Backlash for Stripping Radiation Compensation from Defense Bill
politics2 years ago

GOP Leaders Face Backlash for Stripping Radiation Compensation from Defense Bill

Republican Senator Josh Hawley has criticized GOP leaders, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, after a measure compensating victims exposed to nuclear waste radiation was removed from the final version of the annual defense bill. The expansion and reauthorization of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act had received overwhelming support in the Senate but was stripped from the House version of the bill. Hawley, a cosponsor of the measure, called the exclusion a "betrayal" to the victims and pledged to vote against the bill. The original law provided compensation to citizens exposed to nuclear waste radiation in certain states, and the reauthorization would have expanded coverage to additional sites.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#betrayal#defense-bill#gop-leaders
GOP Divided Over Removal of Radiation Compensation from Defense Bill
politics2 years ago

GOP Divided Over Removal of Radiation Compensation from Defense Bill

Republican Senator Josh Hawley is criticizing House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell for the removal of a radiation compensation reauthorization measure from the final version of the annual defense bill. The measure, which aimed to expand and reauthorize the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, had received overwhelming support in the Senate but was dropped from the House version of the bill. Hawley, a cosponsor of the measure, called the exclusion a "betrayal" to the victims affected by radiation and pledged to vote against the bill. The original law provided compensation to those exposed to nuclear waste radiation, and the reauthorization would have extended the program and included additional sites.

via Business Insider|
#betrayal#defense-bill#gop
"Senate Overcomes Objection to Defense Bill, Clearing Path for Passage"
politics2 years ago

"Senate Overcomes Objection to Defense Bill, Clearing Path for Passage"

The Senate has cleared the first procedural hurdle to passing the annual Defense policy bill, despite an objection from Senator Josh Hawley. The bill, which does not include a GOP-backed item blocking the Pentagon's abortion policy, is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks. Hawley's objection will complicate the timing of final passage, but Senate Armed Services Committee Chair Jack Reed still expects to wrap up the bill next week. The House is expected to pass the bill by suspending the rules of the chamber.

via The Hill|
#defense-policy-bill#josh-hawley#national-defense-authorization-act
Clash at Hearing: Hawley vs. Mayorkas on Immigration Enforcement
politics2 years ago

Clash at Hearing: Hawley vs. Mayorkas on Immigration Enforcement

During a congressional hearing, GOP Senator Josh Hawley confronted Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas about antisemitic comments made by a DHS employee, leading to a heated exchange. Mayorkas called the comments "despicable" and emphasized that they do not represent the sentiments of the entire agency. Mayorkas also revealed that he is the child of a Holocaust survivor and found Hawley's adversarial tone disrespectful. The committee chair intervened to move the hearing forward, and Hawley did not raise the issue again during his subsequent questioning.

via The Hill|
#alejandro-mayorkas#antisemitism#congressional-hearing