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Politics: Republican Party (Weekly) Newsletter for Sunday April 06, 2025 ( 16 items )  

Congresswoman Scanlon's Statement on White House Attacks on Access to Justice
WASHINGTON, April 5 -- Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on April 4, 2025: * * * Congresswoman Scanlon's Statement on White House Attacks on Access to Justice Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon (PA-05) today released the following statement on the Trump administration's ongoing attacks on lawyers and access to justice. "Over the past few weeks, the Trump White House has unleashed an unprecedented attack upon high-profile attorneys who ser  more

Democrats Gain Momentum in Wisconsin Supreme Court Special Election
PHOENIX, Arizona, April 2 -- The Arizona Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * Democrats Gain Momentum in Wisconsin Supreme Court Special Election April 1, 2025 "Democrats have the momentum and big electoral wins as Trump and his MAGA loyalists make the lives of working people everywhere harder and more expensive. The cost of living, inflation, and unemployment have all surged in the few months President Trump has been at the helm- causing more pain to the working famili  more

Even on April Fools' Day, Winsome Earle-Sears' Extreme Record Is No Joke
RICHMOND, Virginia, April 2 -- The Virginia Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * Even on April Fools' Day, Winsome Earle-Sears' Extreme Record Is No Joke Even on April Fools' Day, Winsome Earle-Sears' extreme record is no joke. From backing the ongoing attacks on Virginia jobs to supporting legislation that would defund Virginia's public schools and rip away reproductive rights, Sears is out of step with Virginians. "Winsome Earle-Sears is a highly flawed candidate with  more

ICYMI: Buchanan Promotes MAHA Agenda, Finding Medicaid Savings at POLITICO Health Care Summit
WASHINGTON, April 3 -- Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Florida, issued the following news release on April 2, 2025: * * * ICYMI: Buchanan Promotes MAHA Agenda, Finding Medicaid Savings at POLITICO Health Care Summit Argued for Addressing Hundreds of Billions in Waste and Fraud Without Cuts to Services WASHINGTON -- Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and Chair of the Health Subcommittee, highlighted the importance of the "Make America Healthy Again" (M  more

ICYMI: Democrats Hold More "People's Town Halls" Nationwide As Republicans Run From Their Constituents After Supporting Trump's Unpopular Agenda
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Democrats Hold More "People's Town Halls" Nationwide As Republicans Run from Their Constituents After Supporting Trump's Unpopular Agenda Last week, Democrats continued hosting "People's Town Halls," engaging local community members left behind by their Republican congressional representatives. At People's Town Halls across the country, one theme is clear: Voters are furious over Donald Tr  more

ICYMI: Stefanik Joins Fox News To Discuss Advancing President Trump's Agenda, Combating Antisemitism & President Trump's America First Peace Through Strength Foreign Policy
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-New York, issued the following news release on March 30, 2025: * * * ICYMI: Stefanik Joins Fox News To Discuss Advancing President Trump's Agenda, Combating Antisemitism & President Trump's America First Peace Through Strength Foreign Policy Washington, D.C. - In case you missed it, Congresswoman Elise Stefanik joined Maria Bartiromo on Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures to discuss advancing President Trump's agenda. View highlights from the interv  more

N.M. Gov. Lujan Grisham Condemns Arson Attack at New Mexico GOP Headquarters
SANTA FE, New Mexico, April 1 -- Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Gov. Lujan Grisham condemns arson attack at New Mexico GOP headquarters SANTA FE - New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement in response to the arson at the New Mexico GOP headquarters in Albuquerque early Sunday morning: "There is no excuse for political violence or vandalism of any kind, and I strongly condemn Sunday's attack on the New Mexico Rep  more

New Marquette Law School National Survey Finds Public Skeptical of Tariffs and Inflation Trends, But Increasingly Positive on the Nation's Direction
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, April 4 -- Marquette University issued the following news release: * * * New Marquette Law School national survey finds public skeptical of tariffs and inflation trends, but increasingly positive on the nation's direction Large majority oppose Canada becoming 51st state and oppose abolishing Department of Education, while support for deportations remains strong Also: * Public views Russia, China negatively; Canada, Ukraine positively * Trump job approval dips slightly  more

Ranking Member Scanlon's Opening Statement at Joint Subcommittee Hearing on Republicans' Dangerous Judicial Power Grab
WASHINGTON, April 2 -- Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, D-Pennsylvania, ranking member of the of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Scanlon's Opening Statement at Joint Subcommittee Hearing on Republicans' Dangerous Judicial Power Grab Washington, D.C. (April 1, 2025)--Today, Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government, delivered opening remarks at a  more

Remarkable New Numbers Show California Residents Flocking to the Right
WASHINGTON, March 31 [Category: Political] -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary: * * * Remarkable New Numbers Show California Residents Flocking to the Right Following the state's largest Republican voter turnout in history, the Golden State now finds its population drifting farther and farther to the right. In fact, 48% of California residents say they would consider voting for a Republican in the 2026 gubernatorial election. If all 48% of those residents turned out to  more

Rep. Cohen Introduces Constitutional Emoluments Protection of American Interests Act
WASHINGTON, April 5 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-TN, has introduced the Constitutional Emoluments Protection of American Interests Act of 2025, aiming to prevent federal funds from being used to support properties or entities owned by former President Donald J. Trump. The bill emphasizes safeguarding American interests against perceived conflicts arising from Trump's extensive property portfolio. Introduced on January 16, the legislation comes in the wake of ongoing concerns over the intersection of   more

WATCH: Padilla Proposes Resolution on the Floor to Limit the Use of Tariffs to Offset Republicans' Tax Cuts
WASHINGTON, April 2 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * WATCH: Padilla Proposes Resolution on the Floor to Limit the Use of Tariffs to Offset Republicans' Tax Cuts WATCH : Padilla demands transparency from Republicans' partisan budget plan WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), a member of the Senate Budget Committee, spoke on the Senate floor to propose a concurrent resolution to limit President Trump's use of tariffs to of  more

Whip Clark, House Democrats Hold Hearing on the Republicans' Assault on Social Security
WASHINGTON, April 1 -- Rep. Katherine Clark, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Whip Clark, House Democrats Hold Hearing on the Republicans' Assault on Social Security WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) joined the House Democratic Steering and Policy Committee for a hearing on the Republican assault on Social Security. The hearing featured witness testimonies underscoring the devastating impacts that the cuts would have on seniors and fami  more

White House: President Trump's Bold Trade Action Draws Praise
WASHINGTON, April 3 -- The White House issued the following news on April 2, 2025: * * * President Trump's Bold Trade Action Draws Praise Today, President Donald J. Trump made clear to the world that the days of economic surrender are over. After being sold out by career politicians for generations, President Trump is enacting fair trade policies that will restore our workforce, rebuild our economy, and finally put America First. The move drew immediate praise: Coalition for a Prosperous A  more

White House: Support Grows for President Trump's America First Reciprocal Trade Plan
WASHINGTON, April 4 -- The White House issued the following news on April 3, 2025: * * * Support Grows for President Trump's America First Reciprocal Trade Plan One day after President Donald J. Trump announced a new chapter in American prosperity, support continues to roll in for his bold vision to reverse the decades of globalization that has decimated our industrial base. The support is bipartisan, with Democrat Rep. Jared Golden lauding President Trump's plan: "I'm pleased the president   more

Will Gabe Vasquez Condemn Arson Attack?
WASHINGTON, March 30 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * Will Gabe Vasquez Condemn Arson Attack? This morning, the Republican Party of New Mexico's headquarters was destroyed in a targeted attack of arson. "ICE=KKK" was also spray painted on the building in this horrific act of violence. Gabe Vasquez needs to answer: Does he agree that "ICE=KKK" and support arson as a way to attack those with different political views? "Gabe Vasquez must c  more