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Trump Slams Tillis as GOP Discord Deepens Over 2026 Agenda
politics4 days ago

Trump Slams Tillis as GOP Discord Deepens Over 2026 Agenda

Donald Trump blasted retiring Sen. Thom Tillis on Truth Social, calling him a quitter and accusing him of 'screwing the GOP' as tensions over Trump’s influence in the party intensify; Tillis, who’s not seeking reelection, told Politico he’s worried about Trump’s legacy and faulted advisers like Pete Hegseth, underscoring concerns about the president’s direction ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Tillis rails against Hegseth over impulsive defense shakeups
politics9 days ago

Tillis rails against Hegseth over impulsive defense shakeups

Sen. Thom Tillis blasted Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over what he called impulsive decisions to reshape senior Army leadership in Europe and Africa, including a reported move to downgrade Army Europe-Africa and replace Gen. Christopher Donahue, per NOTUS reporting that the Pentagon has not confirmed. Tillis accused Hegseth of disrespecting allies and top military professionals, amid broader European force realignments, while noting his past critiques of Hegseth and related defense issues.

politics13 days ago

Banks, Warren Align on Crypto Bill Ahead of Senate Vote

A high-stakes fight over a landmark crypto-regulation bill is reshaping Senate alliances: Wall Street banks back a Tillis–Alsobrooks compromise to curb crypto-yield rewards and stem potential deposits flight, while Elizabeth Warren and progressive Democrats push for tougher stablecoin restrictions. With most Republicans reluctant to concede, the banking lobby is pushing for more changes as the bill advances through the Senate Banking Committee, signaling a rare convergence between Warren and banks against some GOP allies and crypto interests.

politics26 days ago

GOP Jan. 6 litmus test sparks public feud between Tillis and Ed Martin

A public feud erupted between Sen. Thom Tillis and pardon attorney Ed Martin after Tillis said he would oppose any Trump nominee who excused Jan. 6, a stance linked to derailing Martin’s bid to be U.S. attorney for D.C. Martin fired back with personal insults, accusing Tillis of memory issues, while Tillis asserted he’ll apply a ‘Jan. 6 litmus test’ to future nominees, illustrating how the Jan. 6 controversy continues to influence GOP personnel decisions amid broader political fighting.

Tillis Lifts Blockade, Warsh Set for Fed Chair Confirmation
politics1 month ago

Tillis Lifts Blockade, Warsh Set for Fed Chair Confirmation

Sen. Thom Tillis says he will vote to confirm Kevin Warsh as Fed chair after assurances DOJ would not use the Powell probe to threaten Fed independence, effectively ending his blockade. The DOJ dropped the investigation, clearing Warsh’s path toward a Senate confirmation as the Banking Committee moves the nomination forward. Powell’s term ends mid‑May, and he could remain on the Fed board if Warsh is not confirmed; meanwhile, the Fed inspector general is reviewing renovation costs.

Tillis clears path for Warsh’s Fed chair bid as DOJ ends Powell probe
business1 month ago

Tillis clears path for Warsh’s Fed chair bid as DOJ ends Powell probe

Sen. Thom Tillis will back Kevin Warsh’s Federal Reserve chair nomination after the DOJ dropped its criminal investigation into Jerome Powell, clearing Warsh for swift confirmation; Tillis says assurances from DOJ protect Fed independence, and Warsh signals major regime changes at the Fed with the potential for rate cuts, while Powell’s status remains tied to an inspector general review.

politics1 month ago

GOP Pressure Mounts for Warsh as Powell Probe Stalls Fed Chair Bid

Republicans are pushing to confirm Kevin Warsh as the next Fed chair as Jerome Powell’s term ends, while urging the Trump administration to end its DOJ probe into Powell; Sen. Thom Tillis remains a key blocker and is seeking an off-ramp, with Senate leaders signaling the probe must wrap up to move Warsh forward. Trump has threatened to fire Powell if he stays, and a Warsh confirmation hearing is on the calendar as GOP lawmakers press for leadership changes at the Fed.

politics2 months ago

Tillis threatens Senate shutdown to pressure Noem on immigration crackdown

Sen. Thom Tillis, retiring and frustrated with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, warned during her Senate Judiciary Committee testimony that he would use procedural holds to block nominations and even deny quorum to push for answers about a Charlotte immigration crackdown, a rare intra-party escalation that could disrupt Senate operations.

Tillis stands firm, blocks Fed nomination until Powell probe concludes
politics3 months ago

Tillis stands firm, blocks Fed nomination until Powell probe concludes

Sen. Thom Tillis pledges to block Kevin Warsh's Fed nomination until the Justice Department completes its probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell over HQ renovation costs, and says he’d maintain the blockade even if DOJ drops the inquiry in exchange for Powell leaving the Fed after his term; Powell could stay on the board as a governor for up to two more years, and Tillis criticizes the subpoenas as premature.

Trump urges continuation of Powell probe amid Fed HQ renovation scrutiny
politics3 months ago

Trump urges continuation of Powell probe amid Fed HQ renovation scrutiny

President Trump says the criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell should continue, urging U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro to pursue it to the end despite Sen. Thom Tillis’s vow to oppose any new Fed chair nominee until the probe is resolved; Tillis’s stance could block Kevin Warsh’s nomination for Fed chair. CNBC reports the Fed has not yet complied with grand jury subpoenas tied to Pirro’s probe, while the Fed defends the Washington HQ renovation as a cost-saving measure and Powell’s term ends in May.

Roy Cooper Considers Senate Run Amid NC Political Shifts
politics10 months ago

Roy Cooper Considers Senate Run Amid NC Political Shifts

Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper hinted at a run for U.S. Senate, criticizing Washington Republicans and emphasizing his efforts to expand healthcare in North Carolina, positioning himself as a strong Democratic contender for the upcoming race to succeed Thom Tillis. While not yet officially announced, his comments and the political landscape suggest he is the likely Democratic candidate, with the race expected to be highly competitive and pivotal for control of the Senate.