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“Got to be kidding me”: Crockett roasts MTG over resignation
Alex Galbraith, Salon
The Texas congresswoman clowned Greene for being unable to "take the heat."
Nov 23, 2025, 9:06 PM

What Marjorie Taylor Greene’s feud with Trump is really about
Christian Paz, Vox
Editor’s note, November 22, 2025, 9:06 AM ET: On November 21, Marjorie Taylor Greene announced that she would resign from Congress in January. President Donald Trump responded by saying it was “great news for the country.” This article was originally publishe…
Nov 22, 2025, 3:56 PM

“Hurtful and hateful”: MTG quits Trump, MAGA and Congress
CK Smith, Salon
Greene’s resignation, accusing MAGA of betraying “America First” priorities, marks a turning point in GOP politics
Nov 22, 2025, 3:30 PM

President Trump Says Marjorie Taylor Greene's Resignation is 'Great For The Country'
TMZ Staff, TMZ
Donald Trump reacted to Marjorie Taylor Greene calling it quits as a member of Congress Friday -- and the president didn't seem bothered at all that his former friend and supporter was leaving, calling the move "great for the country." Trump spoke…
Nov 22, 2025, 1:55 PM
Donald Trump Candidly Reacts to Marjorie Taylor Greene's Decision to Leave Congress
Yahoo Entertainment
Nov 22, 2025, 4:23 AM

Marjorie Taylor Greene Announces Forthcoming Resignation Following Fallout With Trump
Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline
Former Donald Trump loyalist Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene announced she will resign from her Georgia seat in the new year, following a protracted public spat between herself and the president. The news comes after the GOP leader promised he would endorse a cha…
Nov 22, 2025, 3:41 AM
Trump and Vance not invited to Dick Cheney’s funeral, but all four living former vice presidents attending
Jamie Gangel, Michael Williams, CNN, CNN
Past presidents and politicians of both parties will gather Thursday in Washington, DC, for former Vice President Dick Cheney’s funeral — sending off a key...
Nov 20, 2025, 5:24 AM

US Congress approves release of Epstein files – what happens next?
Al Jazeera English
The US Congress has approved a bill requiring the Justice Department to release all unclassified files Jeffrey Epstein.
Nov 19, 2025, 12:46 PM
'Played with fire, got burned': GOP control of House at risk after court blocks Texas map
Michael Wilner, Yahoo Entertainment
A federal court has blocked Texas from moving forward with a new congressional map hastily drawn in recent months to net Republicans up to five additional...
Nov 18, 2025, 9:46 PM

MTG Slams Trump as Lawmakers Appear With Epstein Survivors Ahead of Vote
Nikkimccannramirez, Rolling Stone
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Epstein survivors addressed reporters outside the Capitol ahead of a House vote on the release of the Epstein files.
Nov 18, 2025, 5:05 PM

After months of infighting, House GOP could vote today to release the Epstein files
Claudia Grisales, NPR
President Trump has pushed back against releasing the files, but shifted course over the weekend after it became clear the measure was likely to pass the House.
Nov 18, 2025, 10:00 AM

When is the Epstein files vote - and what happens next?
BBC News
There are still procedural and legal hurdles to cross before the files can be released to the public.
Nov 17, 2025, 6:09 PM

Bessent Says $2,000 Tariff Checks Need Approval From Congress—After Trump Says They'll Come 'Next Year'
Sara Dorn, Forbes Staff, Sara Dorn, Forbes Staff https://www.forbes.com/sites/saradorn/, Forbes
It’s unclear if the checks have the required support from Congress.
Nov 16, 2025, 7:46 PM

There Are Two U.S. Senates—and Only One Knows How to Get What It Wants
Jason Linkins, The New Republic
The United States Senate: Can’t live with it, can’t burn it down (or so my lawyers caution me). Recently, I’ve had cause to ruminate on the upper house’s continued existence and the way its workings threaten our own. And then, this week, liberals were given n…
Nov 15, 2025, 11:00 AM

Teen Girl Was Allegedly Homeless When Matt Gaetz Paid $400 to Have Sex With Her
Danielle Han, Jezebel
The New York Times has revealed new details from the almost-AG’s teen sex allegations—and they’re revolting.
Nov 14, 2025, 1:35 PM

Trump, Congress and the Epstein files: What happens next?
Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English
House advances bill to release Jeffrey Epstein files amid Republican resistance and Trump's opposition to disclosure.
Nov 14, 2025, 11:07 AM
Justice Department sues to block California US House map in clash that could tip control of Congress
ALANNA DURKIN RICHER and MICHAEL R. BLOOD, Yahoo Entertainment
The Justice Department on Thursday sued to block new congressional district boundaries approved by California voters last week, joining a court battle that...
Nov 13, 2025, 6:54 PM

Who are the 6 House Democrats who broke with their party to end shutdown?
Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News
Six House Democrat broke ranks to pass a government funding package and end the record shutdown.
Nov 13, 2025, 4:58 PM
Newly Elected Dem Rep Torches Mike Johnson to His Face
Cameron Adams, Daily Beast
House Speaker Mike Johnson has been roasted by the congresswoman who waited nearly two months for him to swear her in. Arizona Democrat Adelita Grijalva, 55,...
Nov 13, 2025, 6:58 AM

House Democrats Press Paramount-Skydance To “Fully Comply” With Their Merger Investigation, Call Responses “Inadequate And Incomplete”
Ted Johnson, Deadline
Two House Democrats who have been investigating the Skydance-Paramount merger are once again pressing CEO David Ellison to answer a series of questions about the transaction, including whether there was a “side deal” with Donald Trump as CBS settled the presi…
Nov 12, 2025, 10:13 PM

Trump live: US House returns to Washington for vote on government shutdown
Brian Osgood, Ali Harb, Al Jazeera English
The House of Representatives will hold a session to vote on legislation to end the longest shutdown in US history.
Nov 12, 2025, 3:30 PM
Deal to end US shutdown would also allow some Republican senators to seek $500,000 for January 6 probe
By David Shepardson, Yahoo Entertainment
By David Shepardson WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Legislation moving through Congress that would end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history would also allow...
Nov 11, 2025, 8:33 PM
Democrat Adelita Grijalva to be sworn in 7 weeks after winning House election
Caitlin Yilek, CBS News
House Speaker Mike Johnson has pushed off swearing in the Arizona Democrat, who was elected on Sept. 23.
Nov 11, 2025, 6:53 PM
Speaker Johnson shuttered the House and amassed quiet power with Trump
LISA MASCARO, Yahoo Entertainment
After refusing to convene the U.S. House during the government shutdown, Speaker Mike Johnson is recalling lawmakers back into session — and facing an...
Nov 11, 2025, 4:57 PM