Category: Republican Party

How Are the Democrats’ Midterm Dreams Shaping Up?

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Democratic divisions, polling misses and Ocasio-Cortez’s egg freezing: the week in politics.
The 5 Congress Members Whose Families Trade the Most Stocks

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Some lawmakers and their families have traded millions of dollars worth of stocks since the start of this term.
Takeaways From the Wisconsin, Minnesota and South Carolina Primaries

The New York Times – On the Runway:
A moderate won the closely fought Democratic primary for governor in Wisconsin, the latest contest between the party’s progressive and moderate wings.
Democrats Plan New Push to Defeat Max Miller in Ohio After Abuse Accusations

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The party’s congressional campaign arm added Mr. Miller’s opponent, Brian Poindexter, to its highly competitive “Red to Blue” list.
What to Watch in Tuesday’s Primary Elections in Wisconsin, Minnesota and South Carolina

The New York Times – On the Runway:
The left and the middle continue to battle in Democratic primaries for governor in Wisconsin and Senate in Minnesota. In South Carolina, all eyes are on Darline Graham.
A Democrat Sounds the Alarm on Christian Nationalism in Congress

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Representative Jared Huffman of California, the only self-declared “humanist” in Congress, writes in a new book that the separation of church and state is in grave danger.
Fauci Faces Contempt Vote. Here Are the Legal Issues Involved.

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Dr. Fauci invoked his Constitutional right under the Fifth Amendment in refusing to answer questions from a Senate committee. Republicans say he is ineligible for that protection.
Trump-Backed Michigan Candidate Loses Primary to Rival Who Suspended His Campaign

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Without running a single ad or filing a campaign finance report, Tom Smith, who had suspended his bid, soundly defeated Amir Hassan, a Navy veteran backed by President Trump.
Bunny Dolls and Disturbing Allegations: Max Miller’s Strange CNN Interview

The New York Times – Business:
In a 23-minute appearance with the anchor Jake Tapper, the Ohio Republican made an unusual effort to rebut a multitude of allegations that have threatened his re-election bid.
Rep. Chuck Edwards Drops Re-election Bid in North Carolina After Ethics Rebuke

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Chuck Edwards made the announcement after the House Ethics Committee recommended he be censured for “persistent unprofessional and inappropriate conduct” toward two female staff members.
Ronald Lauder, a Billionaire G.O.P. Backer, Closes His Wallet

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Ronald S. Lauder, a major funder of conservative political causes, has not given a single dollar this year to Republicans in his home state, and his super PAC has gone idle.
How the War in Iran Is Complicating Trump’s Agenda at Home

The New York Times – On the Runway:
As President Trump heads to the West Coast to talk to Americans about the economy, the war in Iran is driving up costs and polls show the already unpopular conflict is losing support.