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us-politics-and-policy19 days ago•7 min saved

GOP pressure rises to pause US diesel exports as prices hit records ahead of midterms

Rising US diesel prices amid global supply strains have spurred Republican lawmakers to urge Donald Trump to suspend diesel exports to ease costs for farmers and truckers before the midterms. The White House says it isn’t considering an export ban, while industry groups warn such a move could worsen shortages and lift prices elsewhere. The debate highlights fuel-cost pressure on rural voters and the broader economy as measures to bolster supply or curb export flows are discussed.

via Financial Times|

#diesel-exports-ban #farmers-and-truckers #inflation-cost-of-living

politics11 months ago•2 min saved

GOP and Trump Clash Over Military Pay During Shutdown

Tensions rise over troop pay during the ongoing government shutdown, with some GOP lawmakers criticizing President Trump for bypassing Congress to fund military salaries through alternative means, while legislative efforts to address the issue face opposition and political maneuvering continues.

via Politico|

#congressional-appropriations #government-shutdown #politics

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

FBI Analyzed GOP Lawmakers' Phone Records During Jan. 6 Investigation

The FBI analyzed the personal cellphone data of nine Republican lawmakers during its Jan. 6 probe, focusing on call metadata without reviewing conversation content, leading to concerns about privacy violations and potential political repercussions.

via NBC News|

#fbi #investigation #jan-6

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

GOP Senators Claim FBI Analyzed Lawmakers' Phone Records in Jan. 6 Probe

The FBI analyzed phone records of over a dozen Republican lawmakers during the 2021 Capitol riot investigation, revealing basic call data but not content, raising concerns about privacy and political implications amid ongoing probes into efforts to overturn the 2020 election results.

via CBS News|

#fbi #jan-6-investigation #phone-records

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

FBI and Jack Smith scrutinized GOP senators' phone records in Jan. 6 investigation

In 2023, the FBI analyzed phone records of over a dozen Republican lawmakers during the investigation into efforts by Trump to overturn the 2020 election, focusing on the week of the Capitol riot, with the records showing call times but not content, raising concerns among GOP senators about privacy violations and government overreach.

via AP News|

#fbi #jan-6-investigation #phone-records

world1 year ago•4 min saved

U.S. and Canada Clash Over Wildfire Smoke Blame

A group of Republican lawmakers criticized Canada for wildfire smoke affecting US air quality, despite supporting a bill that increases fossil fuel production and greenhouse gas emissions, which contribute to worsening wildfires and climate change.

via The Guardian|

#canada #climate-change #environmental-policy

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Wisconsin Budget Talks Collapse Amid Disputes Over Environmental and Public Transit Funding

Budget negotiations between Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers and Republican lawmakers have collapsed over disagreements on spending and tax priorities, with Republicans planning to proceed with their own budget proposal as the current fiscal year ends on June 30.

via Milwaukee Journal Sentinel|

#budget-negotiations #politics #republican-lawmakers

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

NC Republicans Move to Limit Democratic Power with New Legislation

North Carolina Republican lawmakers have passed a bill to reduce the powers of the incoming Democratic governor and attorney general, shifting the authority to appoint members of the state's election board to the Republican-held state auditor's office. The legislation, which also includes changes to voting procedures and limits the attorney general's legal autonomy, was passed quickly before the GOP loses its veto-proof supermajority. The bill now awaits the signature of Democratic Governor Roy Cooper, who has expressed concerns about its impact on election administration.

via NBC News|

#democratic-leaders #election-board #legislation

politics2 years ago•10 min saved

Congress to Vote on Protecting Birth Control Access

Republican lawmakers in several states are blocking or attempting to restrict access to birth control by falsely equating it with abortion, despite scientific evidence to the contrary. This has led to internal tensions within the party and public misinformation, while Democrats seek to capitalize on the issue ahead of elections.

via The Washington Post|

#abortion #birth-control #legislation

politics2 years ago•5 min saved

Republicans Divided Over Trump Verdict: Fury and Calls for Respect

Republican lawmakers reacted with outrage to former President Donald Trump's conviction on 34 counts of falsifying business records, calling the trial politically motivated and questioning its legitimacy. Despite the conviction, GOP members rallied in support of Trump, with many echoing his claims of a "rigged trial." The verdict has intensified partisan divisions, with Democrats defending the judicial process and Republicans vowing to appeal and support Trump in the upcoming 2024 election.

via The Associated Press|

#2024-election #conviction #donald-trump

politics2 years ago•31 min saved

"Ohio Lawmakers Face Fallout Despite Biden Ballot Resolution"

National Democrats have devised a solution to ensure President Joe Biden appears on the Ohio ballot, circumventing state law and embarrassing Republican lawmakers who have failed to act. The Democratic National Committee plans a virtual roll call vote to meet the requirements set by Ohio's Secretary of State, while the state legislature remains in an emergency session ordered by Governor Mike DeWine.

via cleveland.com|

#ballot-issue #democratic-party #joe-biden

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Arizona Republicans Persist in Blocking Repeal of 1864 Abortion Ban"

Arizona Republican lawmakers rejected a second attempt by Democrats to repeal a Civil War-era abortion ban, despite pressure from former President Donald Trump and Arizona GOP Senate candidate Kari Lake. The ban, upheld by the state's Supreme Court, makes abortion a felony with no exceptions for rape or incest. Republicans hold a narrow majority in both legislative chambers, and efforts to repeal the ban have faced strong opposition. The state Senate may still consider a bill to repeal the ban, and voters may have the opportunity to decide on a proposed constitutional amendment in November that would effectively undo the ban.

via NBC News|

#abortion #arizona #democratic-efforts

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Rob Schneider Stands Firm: "I'm Not Apologizing for My Jokes"

Rob Schneider denies reports that his Republican comedy set was cut short due to offensive material, stating that he did a 50-minute set as agreed and was not removed from the stage. He refuses to apologize for his jokes, criticizing "woke culture." The set allegedly included "raunchy" material and jokes aimed at Asian people, leading Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith to walk out. The Senate Working Group expressed regret over the entertainment falling short of professionalism, claiming Schneider disregarded a verbal agreement to keep his set relatively clean.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#controversy #entertainment #republican-lawmakers

education2 years ago•4 min saved

"Texas Universities Face Staff Cuts and DEI Controversy"

Texas' ban on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in higher education has resulted in over 100 job cuts across state universities, with more than 60 staff members terminated at the University of Texas at Austin alone. Similar policies in other states have also led to job losses, as Republican lawmakers argue that DEI programs are discriminatory and promote left-wing ideology, while Democratic supporters say they are necessary to meet the needs of diverse student populations. The law prohibits training and activities related to race, color, ethnicity, gender identity, or sexual orientation, and has already had a significant impact on faculty and staff, raising concerns about discrimination and the future of DEI initiatives in higher education.

via The Associated Press|

#diversity #education #equity-and-inclusion

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Maine GOP Lawmakers Censured for Linking Mass Shooting to Abortion Law

Two Republican lawmakers in Maine were ruled out of order after one of them suggested that a mass shooting in Lewiston was God’s retribution for an abortion bill, and the other agreed. The Speaker of Maine’s House of Representatives called their comments "extremely offensive and intentionally harmful" and signed letters to censure them. The bill to expand gender-affirming care passed in the state legislature by a narrow vote.

via The Daily Beast|

#abortion-bill #censure #maine