The Onion published a full-page ad in the New York Times, and sent copies to all members of Congress, satirizing their inaction in the face of the Trump administration’s actions. The editorial, mocking congressional cowardice, urged lawmakers to remain passive amidst growing authoritarianism. A faux CEO’s accompanying letter celebrated the resulting economic benefits for the wealthy. The Onion’s actual CEO highlighted the prescience of the piece, given the current political climate, calling for complete congressional surrender.
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Trump faces significant pushback in Congress following his authorization of the Iranian air strikes, a development initially portrayed as bipartisan opposition but quickly revealing itself as more nuanced. While the initial headlines suggested widespread condemnation, a closer look reveals a far less unified front than initially presented. The number of outspoken critics within Congress, across both Republican and Democratic parties, appears surprisingly limited, especially considering the gravity of the situation.
The reaction from Democrats, while largely critical of the President’s unilateral action, doesn’t represent complete party unity either. While several prominent Democrats have voiced strong disapproval and called for increased accountability, the party hasn’t rallied behind a single, unified response.… Continue reading
Following a confrontation at a New Jersey ICE facility, a DHS official confirmed that arresting Democratic members of Congress is under consideration. This announcement comes after Newark Mayor Baraka’s arrest, the circumstances of which are disputed. DHS claims body camera footage shows lawmakers assaulting ICE officers, while the lawmakers deny wrongdoing and allege assault by ICE agents. The arrests would represent a significant escalation in tensions between the administration and Congress, raising concerns about separation of powers. Legal challenges are expected to follow.
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Trump 2.0 is a runaway dump truck, barreling down the road toward a cliff, and the brakes are failing. It’s a terrifying image, a metaphor for a political situation spiraling out of control. The sheer momentum of this force, fueled by a potent mix of political maneuvering and fervent support, seems unstoppable. But the assertion that only voters can stop it is, at best, an incomplete picture.
The idea that voters alone bear the responsibility for this impending disaster ignores several crucial elements at play. Congress, with its power of impeachment, holds significant influence over the situation. The suggestion that a relatively small number of individuals—less than twenty, even—could theoretically halt the entire process underscores the potential for swift, decisive action from within the existing political framework.… Continue reading
Representative Don Bacon, a Nebraska Republican, opposes President Trump’s recent tariffs, arguing that past Republican support for protectionist trade policies contributed to the Great Depression. He supports bipartisan Senate legislation, the “Trade Review Act of 2025,” which would require congressional approval for new tariffs and limit the president’s unilateral tariff authority. Bacon will introduce a House companion bill, aiming to restore Congress’s constitutional role in setting trade policy. The bill faces an uphill battle in the House, but has garnered some support from Republican members.
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Following Rep. Al Green’s ejection from a joint session of Congress for protesting President Trump, Rep. Lauren Boebert controversially labeled Green’s cane a “pimp cane,” a remark she later defended. This drew condemnation from Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, prompting Boebert to question whether only Black men could be pimps. Boebert’s comments were criticized in light of her own past disruptions during presidential addresses, including heckling President Biden. Boebert, however, distinguished her actions from Green’s, arguing that he was given multiple warnings before his removal.
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s unfiltered response to a question about Elon Musk, advising him to “fuck off,” has gone viral. This latest outspoken moment follows previous clashes with Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Nancy Mace, showcasing Crockett’s willingness to engage in pointed political discourse. The video of her comment has garnered significant praise online, with many hailing her as a “national hero.” Musk’s role as a senior advisor to President Trump, overseeing federal workforce cuts, provides context for Crockett’s strong reaction. Crockett’s confrontational style has already established her as a prominent and controversial figure in Congress.
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Representative Balderson voiced concerns regarding President Trump’s executive orders, emphasizing Congress’s crucial role in decisions impacting agencies like the Department of Education. He also discussed the uneven impact of electric vehicle tax credits, arguing that rural communities with limited infrastructure may not benefit. While acknowledging the need for fiscal responsibility regarding programs like Medicare and Medicaid, Balderson assured that eliminating them wasn’t being considered, although potential changes and cuts remain under discussion. He proposed innovative solutions like mobile health units to improve healthcare access, particularly in rural areas.
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House Democrats strongly criticized the Republican Party’s proposed rules package for the 118th Congress, arguing it represents a move towards extremism by limiting the minority party’s power and prioritizing legislation favorable to wealthy interests. Key changes include restricting the ability to remove the Speaker of the House and fast-tracking twelve Republican bills, including measures to sanction the International Criminal Court and prohibit fracking moratoriums, without allowing amendments. Democrats predict the Republican agenda will focus on tax cuts for the wealthy and corporations at the expense of social programs, while offering little to address economic concerns for everyday Americans. This rules package will be voted on once a Speaker is elected.
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President Biden concluded the year by signing fifty bills into law, including legislation championed by Paris Hilton to improve conditions in youth residential facilities, a bill establishing anti-hazing standards in higher education, and a measure preventing corrupt members of Congress from receiving pensions. Additionally, a new law designates the bald eagle as the national bird. The president also commuted the death sentences of 37 federal inmates and vetoed a bill creating new federal judgeships.
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Onion Mocks Congress’ Cowardice in NYT Editorial
The Onion published a full-page ad in the New York Times, and sent copies to all members of Congress, satirizing their inaction in the face of the Trump administration’s actions. The editorial, mocking congressional cowardice, urged lawmakers to remain passive amidst growing authoritarianism. A faux CEO’s accompanying letter celebrated the resulting economic benefits for the wealthy. The Onion’s actual CEO highlighted the prescience of the piece, given the current political climate, calling for complete congressional surrender.
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Trump Faces Congressional Backlash Over Iran Strikes
Trump faces significant pushback in Congress following his authorization of the Iranian air strikes, a development initially portrayed as bipartisan opposition but quickly revealing itself as more nuanced. While the initial headlines suggested widespread condemnation, a closer look reveals a far less unified front than initially presented. The number of outspoken critics within Congress, across both Republican and Democratic parties, appears surprisingly limited, especially considering the gravity of the situation.
The reaction from Democrats, while largely critical of the President’s unilateral action, doesn’t represent complete party unity either. While several prominent Democrats have voiced strong disapproval and called for increased accountability, the party hasn’t rallied behind a single, unified response.… Continue reading
Trump Admin Threatens Democrat Arrests Over Protest
Following a confrontation at a New Jersey ICE facility, a DHS official confirmed that arresting Democratic members of Congress is under consideration. This announcement comes after Newark Mayor Baraka’s arrest, the circumstances of which are disputed. DHS claims body camera footage shows lawmakers assaulting ICE officers, while the lawmakers deny wrongdoing and allege assault by ICE agents. The arrests would represent a significant escalation in tensions between the administration and Congress, raising concerns about separation of powers. Legal challenges are expected to follow.
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Congress Must Stop Trump: Voters’ Powerless Against Runaway Presidency
Trump 2.0 is a runaway dump truck, barreling down the road toward a cliff, and the brakes are failing. It’s a terrifying image, a metaphor for a political situation spiraling out of control. The sheer momentum of this force, fueled by a potent mix of political maneuvering and fervent support, seems unstoppable. But the assertion that only voters can stop it is, at best, an incomplete picture.
The idea that voters alone bear the responsibility for this impending disaster ignores several crucial elements at play. Congress, with its power of impeachment, holds significant influence over the situation. The suggestion that a relatively small number of individuals—less than twenty, even—could theoretically halt the entire process underscores the potential for swift, decisive action from within the existing political framework.… Continue reading
Republican Warns Tariffs Caused Worst Depression Yet
Representative Don Bacon, a Nebraska Republican, opposes President Trump’s recent tariffs, arguing that past Republican support for protectionist trade policies contributed to the Great Depression. He supports bipartisan Senate legislation, the “Trade Review Act of 2025,” which would require congressional approval for new tariffs and limit the president’s unilateral tariff authority. Bacon will introduce a House companion bill, aiming to restore Congress’s constitutional role in setting trade policy. The bill faces an uphill battle in the House, but has garnered some support from Republican members.
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Boebert Defends Racist Pimp Comment After Backlash
Following Rep. Al Green’s ejection from a joint session of Congress for protesting President Trump, Rep. Lauren Boebert controversially labeled Green’s cane a “pimp cane,” a remark she later defended. This drew condemnation from Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, prompting Boebert to question whether only Black men could be pimps. Boebert’s comments were criticized in light of her own past disruptions during presidential addresses, including heckling President Biden. Boebert, however, distinguished her actions from Green’s, arguing that he was given multiple warnings before his removal.
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Crockett’s Two-Word Response to Musk Earns Her National Hero Status
Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s unfiltered response to a question about Elon Musk, advising him to “fuck off,” has gone viral. This latest outspoken moment follows previous clashes with Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Nancy Mace, showcasing Crockett’s willingness to engage in pointed political discourse. The video of her comment has garnered significant praise online, with many hailing her as a “national hero.” Musk’s role as a senior advisor to President Trump, overseeing federal workforce cuts, provides context for Crockett’s strong reaction. Crockett’s confrontational style has already established her as a prominent and controversial figure in Congress.
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Ohio GOP Rep Criticizes Trump’s Unchecked Executive Orders
Representative Balderson voiced concerns regarding President Trump’s executive orders, emphasizing Congress’s crucial role in decisions impacting agencies like the Department of Education. He also discussed the uneven impact of electric vehicle tax credits, arguing that rural communities with limited infrastructure may not benefit. While acknowledging the need for fiscal responsibility regarding programs like Medicare and Medicaid, Balderson assured that eliminating them wasn’t being considered, although potential changes and cuts remain under discussion. He proposed innovative solutions like mobile health units to improve healthcare access, particularly in rural areas.
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McGovern Warns: GOP Agenda Ignores American Voters
House Democrats strongly criticized the Republican Party’s proposed rules package for the 118th Congress, arguing it represents a move towards extremism by limiting the minority party’s power and prioritizing legislation favorable to wealthy interests. Key changes include restricting the ability to remove the Speaker of the House and fast-tracking twelve Republican bills, including measures to sanction the International Criminal Court and prohibit fracking moratoriums, without allowing amendments. Democrats predict the Republican agenda will focus on tax cuts for the wealthy and corporations at the expense of social programs, while offering little to address economic concerns for everyday Americans. This rules package will be voted on once a Speaker is elected.
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Biden Signs 50 Bills on Christmas Eve, Sparking Far-Right Outrage
President Biden concluded the year by signing fifty bills into law, including legislation championed by Paris Hilton to improve conditions in youth residential facilities, a bill establishing anti-hazing standards in higher education, and a measure preventing corrupt members of Congress from receiving pensions. Additionally, a new law designates the bald eagle as the national bird. The president also commuted the death sentences of 37 federal inmates and vetoed a bill creating new federal judgeships.
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