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politics12 days ago•4 min saved

Iran bets on U.S. politics to outlast Trump, Gingrich warns

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich says Iran is trying a North Vietnam–style political strategy to wear down the U.S. and benefit from a Democratic Congress, betting that investigations into Trump would distract him while Tehran pursues its goals; the article notes Iran’s pressure in the Strait of Hormuz, the collapse of a July memorandum of understanding with Iran, and ongoing U.S. sanctions and naval pressure as Washington hardens its stance against Tehran.

via New York Post|

#donald-trump #iran #newt-gingrich

entertainment19 days ago•9 min saved

Ben Jones, Cooter of Dukes of Hazzard, Former Georgia Congressman, Dies at 84

Ben Jones, the actor who played Cooter Davenport on The Dukes of Hazzard and a two-term Georgia congressman, has died at age 84. His wife Alma Viator and castmate Tom Wopat announced the death, saying he died of a massive heart attack at home. A Democrat, Jones served in Congress after winning in 1988 and was defeated by Newt Gingrich following redistricting; an ethics complaint Jones filed against Gingrich contributed to Gingrich’s 1998 resignation as Speaker. Jones and his wife later operated Cooter’s Place, a Dukes of Hazzard museum and shops.

via WSB-TV|

#ben-jones #cooter-davenport #dukes-of-hazzard

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Controversy Surrounds Trump's Pentagon Pick Amid Allegations and Criticism

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich praised President-elect Trump's cabinet selections, including Tulsi Gabbard, Marco Rubio, and Pete Hegseth, as reform-oriented and capable of overhauling the Pentagon. Gingrich emphasized the need for a new generation of military leaders and suggested that Trump's administration, alongside Sen. John Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson, could bring significant improvements to U.S. cities. Hegseth's nomination has sparked debate over his qualifications, but Gingrich supports his potential to restructure the military.

via The Hill|

#cabinet-picks #military-leadership #newt-gingrich

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Far Right's Retribution: Motion to Oust Speaker Johnson Over Funding Bill"

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich criticized Congressman Matt Gaetz for spearheading an effort to oust former Rep. Kevin McCarthy from his leadership post, stating that it "unleashed the demons" and led to a "disaster" in the House. He also expressed sympathy for current House Speaker Mike Johnson, who has faced challenges since McCarthy's ouster. Additionally, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene filed a motion to vacate Speaker Johnson, similar to the move that removed McCarthy, but it currently lacks privilege and won't be considered after Easter recess. Gingrich argued that these developments highlight the need for a larger Republican majority in the House and the return of former President Trump to the White House.

via The Hill|

#house-republicans #marjorie-taylor-greene #matt-gaetz

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Biden's Fitness and Memory Issues Spark Concern Among Democrats and Neurologists"

Former Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich criticized President Biden's leadership in light of a special counsel report highlighting the president's memory and recall issues. The report concluded that no charges should be brought against Biden but noted his potential challenges in a trial due to memory issues. Biden defended himself, asserting his mental capability, but Gingrich expressed concern, citing instances where Biden appeared confused.

via Yahoo News|

#memory-issues #newt-gingrich #politics

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Newt Gingrich's Contrasting Approach to Standoffs: "Affording Idiots" vs GOP Hardliners

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich contrasted the dynamics of the '90s-era House GOP with the current slim majority faced by Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Gingrich stated that he could "afford to have five or six people be idiots" during standoffs, highlighting the challenge of the razor-thin 221-213 majority that House Republicans currently hold. McCarthy recently pushed through a stopgap spending measure with mostly Democratic support to avert a shutdown, but the party's narrow margin for error poses challenges in passing key legislation.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#gop #government-shutdown #house-republicans

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Gingrich's Tolerance for Republican 'Idiots' in '90s Faceoffs

Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich commented on the challenges faced by the current GOP majority in the House, highlighting the slim margin for error in passing party priorities. In the 1990s, Gingrich stated that he could "afford to have five or six people be idiots" during faceoffs with President Bill Clinton. The recent passing of a 45-day stopgap spending measure to avert a government shutdown revealed the delicate position of House Republicans, with only 126 Republicans backing the bill and 90 voting against. The thin majority and the threat of future shutdowns have drawn comparisons to the friction between Clinton and Gingrich in the 1990s.

via Business Insider|

#gop-majority #government-shutdown #house-republicans