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politics14 days ago•8 min saved

Late-Night Senate Push Fails to Move Trump’s SAVE Act Ahead of Recess

An all-night Senate session failed to advance Trump's SAVE America Act after Sen. Mike Lee's promised objection to recess never materialized, as budget maneuvers and a large NIL bill dominated the night; Republican resistance, led by Cruz and Schmitt, delayed key parts of the package, Trump urged passage of the Protect College Sports Act, and Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche was confirmed in a narrow 50-49 vote, with major items pushed to September.

via Fox News|

#budget-reconciliation #mike-lee #politics

politics29 days ago•48 min saved

GOP Senators Move to Cancel August Recess to Push SAVE America Act

Senate conservatives led by Sen. Mike Lee want to cancel the August recess to debate and pass the SAVE America Act, an election reform measure President Trump has prioritized. Other GOP senators, including Susan Collins, Thom Tillis, and Jim Banks, say the Senate should stay in session to move the bill forward, which has failed to attract any Democratic support and is described by some as dead ahead of the 2026 midterms. The bill would require citizenship documentation to vote registration, photo ID to vote, and would place limits on mail ballots.

via Yahoo|

#election-reform #mike-lee #politics

politics2 months ago•10 min saved

The Pentagon’s Faith Filter and the Mormon Question in MAGA Politics

Posner argues that the Pentagon’s overhaul of religious-affiliation codes—dropping a Christian label and omitting explicit Christian categorization—reveals evangelical influence within MAGA politics. The piece centers on Sen. Mike Lee pressing to have the LDS Church labeled Christian, treats the outcome as a symbolic win for Christian supremacy inside defense policy, and notes the broader constitutional tensions around recognizing faith in the military.

via Talking Points Memo|

#christian-nationalism #lds-church #mike-lee

politics2 months ago•182 min saved

Pentagon Overhauls Faith Codes After Mormon Lawmaker Backlash

The Pentagon revised its list of recognized religious affiliations for service members after backlash that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was excluded from Christian designations; the updated codes remove the generic Christian label from several faiths to better respect believers and streamline chaplain support, criticized by Mormon lawmakers including Sen. Mike Lee and prompting Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to overhaul the military chaplain system.

via CNN|

#chaplains #lds-church #mike-lee

politics2 months ago•12 min saved

Lee Criticizes Pentagon Policy Excluding Mormons From Christian Groups

Sen. Mike Lee, a Republican Mormon, condemned a Defense Department policy overhaul that condensed religious affiliation codes and left The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints off the official Christian group listings used by the U.S. military. Utah colleague Sen. John Curtis echoed the criticism. Pentagon officials say the change is administrative—meant to streamline data for chaplains and resources—not a judgment on faith.

via Mediaite|

#church-of-jesus-christ-of-latter-day-saints #mike-lee #mormon

politics2 months ago•107 min saved

GOP Fumes Over Mormon Church Exclusion From Pentagon Religion List

The Defense Department narrowed its registry of servicemember religious identities from more than 200 to 31, omitting Mormonism, a move that triggered outrage from Utah Republicans including Sen. Mike Lee and Rep. John Curtis who urged a reversal. Pentagon officials said the change is intended to streamline support for chaplains and avoid implying any faith is more legitimate, while critics argued it marginalizes LDS believers and misportrays the church.

via The Daily Beast|

#defense-department #mike-lee #mormon-church

politics5 months ago•11 min saved

Lee’s MAGA push tests GOP unity over elections bill

Sen. Mike Lee's aggressive online campaign to pass the SAVE America Act has strained the Senate GOP, with colleagues accusing him of self-promotion and risky tactics that threaten party unity and the bill's chances, even as leadership attempts to keep debate alive and some supporters argue the move pressures Democrats to negotiate.

via Politico|

#elections-law #maga #mike-lee

politics5 months ago•19 min saved

Thune Sets 60-Vote Path for SAVE America Act, Ditching Talking Filibuster

Senate Majority Leader John Thune plans to bring the GOP’s SAVE America Act to a vote next week using the standard 60-vote threshold, abandoning a so-called talking filibuster that some Republicans wanted. With Democrats united in opposition, the bill is expected to fail, but Thune intends to allow amendments and extended debate to highlight intra-GOP divisions as Trump pushes for action on the elections overhaul.

via Politico|

#filibuster #john-thune #mike-lee

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Controversy Continues Over Public Land Sales in Legislation

Senator Mike Lee is attempting to include a provision in a Republican budget bill to sell public lands, facing strong opposition from Democrats, environmental groups, and some Republicans, who argue it threatens conservation efforts and public access. Despite some modifications to narrow the scope, the proposal remains controversial and is unlikely to pass easily in the House.

via Common Dreams|

#conservation #land-sale #mike-lee

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Senate Blocks GOP and Trump Land Sale Proposals

Senator Mike Lee's proposal to sell 3.3 million acres of public lands for housing was blocked by the Senate parliamentarian for violating rules on extraneous measures during budget reconciliation, facing backlash and requiring a 60-vote majority to pass.

via Axios|

#budget-reconciliation #land-sale #mike-lee

politics1 year ago•8 min saved

Controversy Surrounds Senator Mike Lee's Social Media Posts and Responses

Sen. Mike Lee faced backlash for posting conspiracy theories and inflammatory content on social media, which has sparked calls for accountability from Utah Democrats and increased opposition efforts, though his strong Republican base and Utah's political landscape make his vulnerability limited. Democrats are strategizing to challenge him in future elections, but the state's deep Republican lean and historical voting patterns pose significant hurdles.

via The Bulwark|

#congressional-accountability #democratic-opposition #mike-lee

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Minnesota Lawmakers and GOP Senators Clash Over Social Media Posts on Shootings

Senator Mike Lee faced criticism after posting inflammatory comments on social media about a shooting in Minnesota, which were condemned by the Deseret News and others for being insensitive and casting Utah in a poor light. Lee deleted the posts following backlash from colleagues and the public, with calls for him to issue a formal apology.

via Politico|

#apology-demand #deseret-news #mike-lee

politics1 year ago•6 min saved

Minnesota Lawmaker Shooting Sparks Concerns Over Political Violence and Safety

Senator Tina Smith of Minnesota, after experiencing personal tragedy and being targeted on a hit list, criticizes the rise in political violence fueled by inflammatory rhetoric, particularly pointing to President Trump's role. She confronted Senator Mike Lee over his social media posts about the murders of her friends, which she deemed irresponsible. Smith emphasizes the need for accountability and hopes for a reduction in political hostility.

via The New York Times|

#mike-lee #minnesota #political-violence

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Controversy Mounts Over Politicians' Responses to Minnesota Violence

A Minnesota Senate staffer publicly criticized Senator Mike Lee for joking about a tragic shooting that resulted in the death of Melissa Hortman and her husband, condemning Lee's office for exploiting the tragedy for political gain and emphasizing the need for decency and respect in such moments.

via The Salt Lake Tribune|

#melissa-hortman #mike-lee #minnesota-shooting

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Mike Lee and Republicans face backlash over comments on Minnesota violence

Senator Mike Lee was confronted by Senator Tina Smith over his social media posts blaming 'Marxists' for the Minnesota shootings that killed a Democratic lawmaker, leading to criticism from Democrats and calls for him to apologize, amid ongoing concerns about inflammatory rhetoric and political violence.

via Politico|

#mike-lee #minnesota-shootings #political-violence