Democratic lawmakers cannot agree on whether to embrace or disavow far-left Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, and the divide is exposing a fault line between the party's progressive wing and members who say tolerating extremism has a cost. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez waved off the growing controversy surrounding Piker's role in the 2026 midterm cycle, telling The […] The post Democrats split over Hasan Piker as AOC dismisses criticism and Michigan Senate race becomes flashpoint appeared first on American Almanac .
Democratic lawmakers cannot agree on whether to embrace or disavow far-left Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, and the divide is exposing a fault line between the party's progressive wing and members who say tolerating extremism has a cost. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez waved off the growing controversy surrounding Piker's role in the 2026 midterm cycle, telling The Hill on Thursday that the attention was unwarranted. Rep. Pramila Jayapal took a softer line, arguing Democrats need Piker's audience. And Rep. Josh Gottheimer went the other direction entirely, demanding that candidates who appeared with Piker condemn his views outright. The split landed squarely on Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed, who has campaigned repeatedly…Open
House Democratic leaders are trying to flex some muscle this week after two members defected on a key procedural vote. It's stoking fury among members across the political spectrum. Why it matters: The blowup offers a preview of the chaos that party leaders could face in January if they take back the House majority. - Meanwhile, an effort to give House Democratic leaders more tools to keep their members in line next year is falling flat among rank-and-file members. - "It'll be dead by next week," predicted one senior House Democrat, speaking to Axios on the condition of anonymity to comment candidly on the maneuver. Driving the news: Reps. Jared Golden (D-Maine) and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-Wash.) touched off a flurry of anger from…
A new DOJ policy being implemented by new Attorney General Todd Blanche may allow President Trump’s private communications with his advisors to be shielded from investigations. Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA), member of the House Judiciary and Armed Services Committees, joins Alex Witt to share her thoughts on this and more.
Rep. Nancy Mace called every Muslim holding public office in America "a trojan horse" and doubled down over the weekend, drawing condemnation from Democrats and left-wing commentators who demanded Republicans denounce her. Mace, a South Carolina Republican who has served in the House since 2021, posted the statement on X on Friday. "Every single Muslim […] The post Nancy Mace draws fire from Democrats after declaring Muslim public officials a national security threat appeared first on American Almanac .
Rep. Nancy Mace called every Muslim holding public office in America "a trojan horse" and doubled down over the weekend, drawing condemnation from Democrats and left-wing commentators who demanded Republicans denounce her. Mace, a South Carolina Republican who has served in the House since 2021, posted the statement on X on Friday. "Every single Muslim holding public office in America is a trojan horse, and a threat to both national security and our republic," she wrote. "We refuse to be silent." No specific officeholders were named, and no triggering event was cited in the post. The response came fast. By Saturday, Rep. Pramila Jayapal, a Washington state Democrat, fired back on X, calling the remarks "absolutely disgusting and…Open
House Democrats are privately mulling whether to force a vote to expel Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) from Congress over domestic abuse allegations, which he denies. Why it matters: While it is rare for a House member to be forcibly ousted, the mere threat of expulsion has been enough to precipitate multiple resignations this year. - One House Democrat, speaking on the condition of anonymity to offer candid insights into behind-the-scenes discussions, said they are "sure there will be" conversations this week about whether to take action. - "We have a Democratic Women's Caucus call ... but there's a little chatter, and people are pissed," the lawmaker said. Driving the news: Miller said in a video posted to social media Sunday that he will…
The House on Thursday passed a Democratic-backed war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump’s military action in Iran. The lower chamber voted 214-208 to pass the resolution, sponsored by Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.). Four Republicans joined all Democrats in supporting the measure: Reps. Tom Barrett (Mich.), Warren Davidson (Ohio), Thomas Massie (Ky.) and Brian Fitzpatrick (Pa.). #Trump #HouseofRepresentatives #Iran #War #WarPowersResolution READ MORE: https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5985147-iran-war-powers-resolution-house-vote/
The House on Thursday passed a Democratic-backed war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump’s military action in Iran. The lower chamber voted 214-208 to pass the resolution, sponsored by Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.). #Trump #Warpower #House
House Democrats are publicly and privately pushing for changes at the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee after it spent more than $500,000 backing a failed primary candidate in Arizona. Why it matters: The House Democratic campaign arm has faced persistent criticism this year from its members for getting more heavily involved in primaries than in past election cycles. - "I don't think they should get involved in primaries — I've said that before, I've said that directly to them," said Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.), a co-chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus' PAC. - "I think we need to let voters do their thing. ... as the Democratic Party we should stay out of Democratic primaries." Driving the news: This latest…
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a war powers resolution on Thursday aimed at limiting President Donald J. Trump's ability to wage war against the Islamic Republic of Iran without congressional approval. The resolution passed in a 214-208 vote, with most lawmakers voting along party lines but four Republicans defectors flipping the chamber to the Democrats.
House Democrats passed a resolution to curb military actions in Iran without congressional approval, with support from four House Republican rebels. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: The U.S. House of Representatives passed a war powers resolution on Thursday aimed at limiting President Donald J. Trump’s ability to wage war against the Islamic Republic of Iran without congressional approval. The resolution passed in a 214-208 vote, with most lawmakers voting along party lines but four Republicans defectors flipping the chamber to the Democrats. WHO WAS INVOLVED: The measure was led by Representatives Jason Crow (D-CO) and Pramila Jayapal (D-A), with support from four Republicans: Reps. Warren Davidson (R-OH), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA), Tom…Open
The House on Thursday passed a resolution to rein in President Trump's military campaign in Iran. Why it matters: It's Congress' second successful rebuke of Trump's Iran war effort, reflecting growing GOP unease with the conflict. - Four Republicans — Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (Pa.), Tom Barrett (Mich.), Warren Davidson (Ohio), Thomas Massie (Ky.) — voted in support of the measure along with every Democrat. - The 214-208 vote to direct Trump to end hostilities is largely symbolic and does not carry the force of law. Catch up quick: The House in June passed a resolution to constrain Trump's military campaign in Iran with the support of four Republicans. - Previous efforts to curb Trump's war in Iran had failed. - Momentum for…
