Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has threatened House Speaker Mike Johnson with legal action for his ongoing refusal to swear in Democratic congresswoman-elect Adelita Grijalva, who won a special election in September. Mayes accuses Johnson of using Arizona’s right to representation as a bargaining chip, potentially linked to Grijalva’s willingness to support releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files. Johnson maintains he will swear her in when the House is back in session, but Mayes argues there is no legitimate reason for the delay. Despite the government shutdown, Mayes stated there are precedents for swearing in new members during “pro forma” sessions and plans to pursue legal action if Grijalva is not sworn in.
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The House of Representatives has blocked Adelita Grijalva from taking her seat after her election in Arizona. Grijalva, who would succeed her late father, threatened to vote in favor of releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files, which Republicans, including Speaker Mike Johnson, are reportedly trying to prevent. Those seeking the release of the files need 218 signatures on a petition to force a vote, with the Democrats currently one signature short. Grijalva has stated she will sign the petition upon taking office.
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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries expressed his willingness to engage in a public debate with Speaker Mike Johnson regarding the ongoing government shutdown. Jeffries confirmed he would “absolutely” try to schedule a debate, responding to Johnson’s previous suggestion of a discussion on C-SPAN’s “Ceasefire” program. This comes as the government shutdown enters its third week, with Democrats pushing for bipartisan negotiations while Republicans, led by Johnson, maintain their stance that such talks are unnecessary. The GOP insists that a simple extension of current funding levels is sufficient.
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Republican lawmakers are preemptively attacking the upcoming “No Kings” rally, accusing it of being a pro-terrorism demonstration meant to benefit Democrats in the ongoing government funding fight. Leading figures like House Majority Whip Tom Emmer and Speaker Mike Johnson have made inflammatory claims that the rally is anti-American and aligned with radical groups, while others have resorted to more standard political tactics. Despite these accusations, organizers like Indivisible emphasize their commitment to nonviolence and a focus on peaceful protest. Amidst the rhetoric, the rally is expected to draw a large crowd, and concerns have been raised about the impact on the government funding negotiations and the potential for political violence.
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Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has threatened legal action against House Speaker Mike Johnson for failing to swear in Adelita Grijalva, who won a special election to represent Arizona’s 7th Congressional District. Grijalva’s swearing-in is crucial because she could be the deciding vote to force a vote on releasing files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Mayes believes Johnson’s delay is politically motivated, potentially due to Grijalva’s support for the Epstein files release and has accused Johnson of depriving Arizona of its full representation in Congress. If Johnson does not provide a timeline for Grijalva’s swearing in, Mayes plans to seek judicial relief, arguing that his actions are unconstitutional.
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Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has threatened legal action against Speaker Mike Johnson if he delays swearing in Democratic Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva. Mayes demanded Johnson swear in Grijalva immediately following her victory in a special election, however, Johnson stated she would be sworn in when the House is back in regular session. The attorney general argues that it is now a simple ministerial duty to administer the oath of office given the state has transmitted a certificate of election validating Grijalva’s win. This is happening as Johnson has delayed scheduled votes and kept the House in recess amid the government shutdown.
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Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has made surprisingly progressive statements, particularly regarding the conflict in Gaza. She criticized the relentless bombing of Palestinian civilians, emphasizing that many victims are women and children. Greene highlighted the graphic images of civilian casualties and called for an end to the violence, while also condemning the Israeli Defense Forces’ (IDF) treatment of Palestinians. This stance has been considered more progressive than those of other Democratic leaders.
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The current House Speaker, Mike Johnson, has seemingly prioritized rhetoric over legislative action, leaving the House out of session for extended periods. This strategy, which began well before mid-September, has drawn criticism from GOP members, despite the caucus’s history of unity. The reduced work schedule has not only delayed legislative progress, such as addressing expiring Affordable Care Act subsidies, but also hindered the swearing-in of a new Democratic representative, preventing a vote on the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Such inaction, reminiscent of the “Do Nothing” Congress of 1948, is unlikely to be a sustainable strategy.
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Speaker Mike Johnson stated that the government shutdown is approaching a historic duration, potentially becoming one of the longest in history, unless Democrats agree to the House-passed stopgap bill. Currently on its 13th day, the shutdown stems from a disagreement over healthcare concessions, with Republicans refusing to negotiate on healthcare and Democrats unwilling to accept the House’s funding measure, which has repeatedly failed in the Senate. Despite the standstill, Johnson defended the House’s actions, maintaining they are actively preparing appropriations and assisting constituents while criticizing the Democrats’ role in the situation.
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