Republican Party

Ready or not, Donald Trump may have found himself staring down a political disruptor unlike any other—and it's not Joe Biden. It's Elon Musk, the billionaire technologist whose new America Party is already sparking curiosity, confusion, and quiet panic across the Republican establishment. And while...

More than 2 million acres of public land across 11 states could go up for sale under the current version of the Republican budget bill. The proposal has drawn criticism from conservation groups, hunting organizations, local officials and some conservative leaders too. What Happened: Sen. Mike Lee (...

As the 2024 elections heat up, a look at the data reveals that publicly traded companies are indirectly supporting cannabis legalization efforts by funneling millions of dollars into Democratic candidates’ campaigns.  This alignment could prove significant for the industry, particularly...

The U.S. Republican Party officially declared its backing for the cryptocurrency industry and its stakeholders in its 2024 election manifesto. What Happened: The new Republican Party Platform, built on former President Donald Trump’s vision of “Make America Great Again,” has...

Former President Donald Trump has changed the Republican Party’s economic policy in recent years, opting for protectionism and tariffs in a historic departure from conservative norms. Trump floated a new policy idea to CEOs and lawmakers in a meeting ahead of the 2024 election. What Happened...

Former House Speaker Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) expressed concerns about the potential impact of a Donald Trump 2024 presidential run on down-ballot Republican candidates. What Happened: Ryan, in an interview with the student-run Daily Campus at Southern Methodist University, predicted that Trump’s...

Former President Donald Trump’s daughter-in-law and a key figure in the Republican National Committee (RNC), Lara Trump, has proposed that the RNC use its funds to cover the legal expenses of the ex-president. What Happened: Speaking at a campaign event in North Charleston, South Carolina,...

Rep. Richard McCormick (R-Ga.) on Thursday publicly apologized after fellow Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) accused him of physical aggression during a private meeting with House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La). What Happened: Greene earlier this month accused McCormick of “...

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair slammed the ongoing disputes within the Republican party in Congress, likening it to a “clown show” on Tuesday. What Happened: In an interview on "The Hill on NewsNation," Jaime Harrison, the DNC Chair, raised questions about former House...

GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley criticized the Republican party’s lack of outreach to a diverse demographic. What Happened: The former governor of South Carolina and ambassador to the United Nations, during an interview with “Daily Show” guest host...

Former President Donald Trump has skipped appearances at the first and second Republican primary debates but continues to dominate the Republican field of candidates in election polls ahead of the 2024 presidential election. Here’s a look at the latest. What Happened: While Trump’s...

Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) criticized Republican efforts to bestow greater authority on Speaker Pro Tempore Patrick McHenry (R-N.C.) amidst the Republican caucus’ struggles to elect a new Speaker. What Happened: Pelosi voiced her views in a CNN interview on Thursday...

GOP presidential candidates in the second Republican primary debate declined to name a fellow competitor to “vote off the island” and exit the race. What Happened: The debate moderator, Dana Perino from Fox Business Network, posed the question to the candidates. She asked, "...

Republican Presidential Candidate Nikki Haley endorsed a burgeoning movement in Congress advocating for lawmakers to forfeit their salaries if a government shutdown ensues. What Happened: Haley expressed her support for this policy change during the second GOP debate, saying, “We...

The absence of former President Donald Trump from the second Republican primary debate on Wednesday stirred up criticism among his fellow GOP candidates. What Happened: Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis slammed Trump for skipping the Republican debate for...