Mike Johnson

The ongoing federal government shutdown is set to extend into next week as a Senate vote once again fell short on Friday. While 54 senators voted in favor of advancing toward a vote, 60 are needed to proceed. House Speaker Mike Johnson extended the lower chamber’s recess by another week,...

House Republican leaders' refusal to swear in newly elected Democrat Adelita Grijalva (D-Ariz.) has stalled a discharge petition that could force a vote on Jeffrey Epstein-related files. GOP Blocks Swearing-In During Pro Forma Session On Tuesday, speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and House Republican...

The government shutdown that began Wednesday prompted sharp criticism from prominent Democrats, who accused Republicans and President Donald Trump of turning the impasse into a looming health care crisis. Democrats Sound Alarm Over Health Care Threat Amid Government Shutdown Sen. Elizabeth Warren (...

On Friday, President Donald Trump signed a sweeping tax and spending bill into law during a July 4 picnic at the White House, touting it as a historic win, even as the Congressional Budget Office projects it will significantly widen the federal deficit and leave millions uninsured. What Happened:...

The Republican-controlled U.S. House on Thursday advanced President Donald Trump‘s comprehensive tax and spending megabill by a narrow 219-213 vote, marking a critical legislative victory after internal GOP divisions nearly derailed the measure. What Happened: The procedural vote to begin...

Chipmakers are likely to benefit from the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ passed by the Senate on Tuesday, as they will be eligible for an investment tax credit that can incentivize the semiconductor business. What Happened: According to the provisions of the tax cut bill proposed by...

Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) blasted the Trump administration’s proposed tax bill during a session in the House of Representatives on Wednesday, sharply criticizing a provision that eliminates taxes on tips. She warned that the provision, which Trump has portrayed as a...

Recent stock trades made by a senator could show conflicts of interest given his committee assignments and ramp up the call to ban members of Congress from being able to buy and sell stocks. Here's a look at the recent stock trades made by Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.). What Happened: Mullin...

On Thursday, the public fallout between Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk and Donald Trump escalated and sparked a wave of reactions from political leaders, including Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and other leaders, as the once-close relationship between the...

The White House has dismissed the criticism of the budget bill by Elon Musk, asserting that the bill does not contribute to the deficit. What Happened: White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt responded to Musk’s criticism during a Tuesday briefing. She affirmed that...

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) doubled down on his defense of President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill", arguing that those who lose Medicaid will do so by personal choice What Happened: During an appearance on NBC's Meet the Press, Johnson was asked about projections that 4.8 million...

President Donald Trump's crypto and AI advisor, David Sacks, acknowledged that the GOP's flagship tax bill includes huge cuts to Medicaid, in direct contradiction with repeated public denials from top Republicans. What Happened: Discussing the bill on the All-In podcast, Sacks said, "This bill cuts...

A ban on buying and selling stocks and options by members of Congress continues to heat up with a new bill proposed and several notable figures, including President Donald Trump, supporting the effort. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) is also in favor of a ban according to recent comments...

A Massachusetts man has been arrested and charged with the attempted assassination of a Cabinet nominee, as well as for carrying a deadly weapon on the Capitol grounds. What Happened: Ryan English, age 24, was apprehended in late January for his attempt to assassinate Treasury Secretary nominee, ...

As Republicans make moves to reduce federal spending, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is taking a strict stance on Medicaid eligibility. Over the weekend, Johnson stressed that entitlement programs would be safeguarded for qualified recipients, but urged the removal of those who don't meet the...