Members phkrause Posted March 22 Author Members Share Posted March 22 Rep. Mike Gallagher says he’s resigning early, leaving House Republicans with thinnest of majorities WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Mike Gallagher, a Wisconsin Republican who has spearheaded House pushback against the Chinese government, said Friday he would resign from the House, leaving House Republicans with the thinnest of majorities. https://apnews.com/article/mike-gallagher-resigns-house-republicans-majority-73f1991cc954d865d55ca7949d57dd35? Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted March 24 Author Members Share Posted March 24 Black Dems endorse in Maryland after racial slur Five Black House Democrats are endorsing Angela Alsobrooks in her Maryland Senate bid, just days after her primary opponent apologized for using a racial slur, Axios' Stephen Neukam has learned. Reps. Barbara Lee (D-Calif.), Gregory Meeks (D-N.Y.), Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio), Yvette Clarke (D-N.Y.) and Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) endorsed Alsobrooks. Why it matters: Alsobrooks' main opponent in the Democratic primary is their House colleague Rep. David Trone (D-Md.). Trone apologized on Friday after using a racial slur in a House hearing. In his apology, he said he meant to use the word "bugaboo." Trone and Alsobrooks are seeking to face Republican Larry Hogan, a popular former Maryland governor, for the Senate seat in November. The Democratic primary in the state has been one of the most expensive in the country. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted March 25 Author Members Share Posted March 25 "Complete catastrophe" Some House Republicans are floating a second speaker removal after getting steamrolled by GOP leadership over a government shutdown, Axios' Andrew Solender reports. "This week Speaker Johnson ... led us to a complete catastrophe," said Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.). "Mike was wrong," Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) said, warning that "there's going to be a problem within the ... ranks on Capitol Hill" if there's a vote on Ukraine aid. The bottom line: Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who became the first-ever ousted speaker, urged Johson to "not be fearful of a motion to vacate." "I do not think they could do it again," he said. "I don't think the Democrats will go along with it." Go deeper Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted March 26 Author Members Share Posted March 26 The anti-DHS crew Montana GOP Senate candidate Tim Sheehy has repeatedly told supporters that he favors getting rid of the Department of Homeland Security, Axios' Stephen Neukam has learned. Why it matters: Dismantling DHS would be a major turn away from the post-9/11 reorganization of the federal government, even as Republicans call for a crackdown at the southern border. Republicans leaders in Congress this week touted the increased funding to DHS for border enforcement and security as part of a long-awaited government funding agreement. Sheehy has told supporters on at least three occasions that he supports getting rid of DHS, according to audio obtained by Axios. His campaign did not respond to a request for comment. The big picture: Republicans in Congress killed a bipartisan border bill this year after Trump came out against it — part of a GOP trend of turning away from federal agencies while also demanding stricter border enforcement. But they have been unclear in arguing which entity is best suited to deal with border security if funding to DHS were cut or the agency were eliminated. Before the creation of DHS in 2003, border patrol and immigration services were handled federally under the Department of Justice. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted March 28 Author Members Share Posted March 28 Congress quits early Illustration: Gabriella Turrisi/Axios A string of early House Republican resignations has brought the chamber to the brink of flipping to Democrats, and it may not stop there. Why it matters: Infighting, dysfunction and a lack of productivity has infuriated lawmakers in both parties, Axios' Andrew Solender and Juliegrace Brufke report. One House Republican told Axios they have "heard a few" colleagues muse about leaving early, quipping, "Heck… even I'd have to consider." "Most all of us are contemplating leaving," said another GOP lawmaker. Zoom in: Republicans will be down to just 217 seats to Democrats' 213 when Rep. Mike Gallagher (R-Wisc.) leaves next month. Democrats are poised to pick up another seat in an April special election. "Any Republican elected official who voluntarily leaves office prior to the end of their term (unless for health reasons) is putting America in a very dangerous position," Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) said in a text to Axios. The big picture: "The inmates are running the asylum," said one House Republican who blasted the "vanity of a few people (on both sides) that want to raise money and their media profiles." "Some of these folks prefer the ease of being in a minority. No need to govern," another House Republican told Axios. "Of course, the dysfunction impacts our lives," said Rep. Annie Kuster (D-N.H.), who announced her retirement today, saying she wanted to leave before she turned 70. Kuster noted the ten straight weeks lawmakers were in D.C. last year as they scrambled to keep the government funded and fill a speaker vacancy. The bottom line: Kuster pointed to Jan. 6 – and the subsequent distrust between Democrats and Republicans – as an inflection point. "Since that day, the dynamic has changed," she said. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted March 29 Author Members Share Posted March 29 Missing Pelosi Illustration: Natalie Peeples/Axios Photo: Zach Gibson/Getty Lacking the reliable boogeyman of Speaker Nancy Pelosi to fundraise against this year, House Republicans are choosing to keep the focus on President Biden, Axios' Juliegrace Brufke reports. Why it matters: "Fire Pelosi" was a central component of Republican's messaging strategy in previous cycles. 🔮 But top House Republicans don't see that script playing out with Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) in 2024. "He's not shown that type of lightning rod negativity," House Majority Whip Tom Emmer (R-Minn.) told Axios. "I think some of these members, and maybe this is Nancy's issue, they get to a certain age and they just get very caustic." "Like Nancy, he's [Biden] more yell at you, scream, tells you how tough he is, and gets very hyperpartisan. I haven't seen Hakeem do that — he can, but I think he's been more constructive," Emmer added. Zoom in: Multiple sources noted that Pelosi's name recognition and extensive time in Congress made her an easier target. Jeffries has yet to serve as speaker and keeps a lower profile. He has previously spoken out against "hard-left democratic socialism," making it more difficult for the GOP to paint him as an extremist. The bottom line: A recent American Action Network survey of 84 congressional districts showed 40% of voters had not heard of Jeffries, one source told Axios. "Jeffries is just largely irrelevant in the eyes of voters at this point," Congressional Leadership Fund president Dan Conston told Axios. "Our fundraising is really not focused on the boogeyman of the Democrat leader. We're focused on what we're wanting to accomplish, who our candidates are," said NRCC Chairman Richard Hudson (R-N.C.). Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted March 29 Author Members Share Posted March 29 Trump buries hatchet Former President Trump attended a fundraiser yesterday hosted by Emmer at Mar-a-Lago, mending a longtime rift between the two, Axios' Stephen Neukam has learned. Why it matters: The outing was just months after Trump came out against Emmer's campaign to be House speaker. Trump showed up and spoke at the event, multiple sources told Axios, which raised over $300,000 for Emmer's fundraising committee. Emmer is a prolific fundraiser for House Republicans, who are facing a tough battle to keep their ever-slimming majority in November. The big picture: Emmer and Trump's makeup puts the GOP's presumptive presidential nominee in lockstep with all of House Republican leadership. Emmer endorsed Trump's campaign in January, right before the Iowa caucuses. Trump urged Republicans not to vote for Emmer for speaker in October, calling him "RINO Tom Emmer." But the two have made amends, with Trump praising Emmer's leadership while addressing the fundraiser crowd of more than 100 people, one source said. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted March 29 Author Members Share Posted March 29 Ernst risks getting boxed in Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) is at risk of being boxed out from Senate GOP leadership by Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) who beat her to the punch in announcing his run for the No. 3 position, Axios' Stef Kight reports. Why it matters: Ernst is currently the highest-ranking Senate Republican woman, but she could lose her leadership leverage in the middle of the broader GOP shakeup this year. Cotton has notched significant support from across the conference — enough that his team is confident about locking it in, according to sources close to the senator. The intrigue: Ernst was upset that Cotton announced his bid for Republican Conference Chair without giving her a heads-up. "I know he didn't give many of us a heads-up. So that would have been common courtesy," she told CNN early this month. The two have spoken since and generally have a good relationship, according to sources close to both. Go deeper Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 2 Author Members Share Posted April 2 Johnson’s chilly reception Speaker Mike Johnson's "important innovations" to pass aid to Ukraine are being met with a chilly reception, Axios' Andrew Solender reports. ⚡️It's "highly unlikely" Johnson's proposal would get enough Democratic support to pass, a Democratic leadership source told Axios. Why it matters: The vast majority of Democrats will need to support the package, as many House Republicans have turned against Ukraine aid. Democratic votes would also likely be needed to save Johnson from being ousted in a motion to vacate that some GOP members have threatened as retaliation for a Ukraine aid vote. The Democratic leadership source said they are not aware of Johnson and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) discussing the proposal. Zoom in: Johnson, who said he wants to start pushing an aid package after the House returns from Easter recess next week, floated "important innovations" Sunday. Some Democrats are on board with the REPO Act to confiscate frozen Russian assets in the U.S. Neither of Johnson's other two ideas have significant Democratic buy-in, including structuring the aid package as a loan and reversing the Biden administration's pause of liquified national gas export approvals. Johnson has refused to hold a vote on the $95 billion Senate foreign aid bill, much to the chagrin of Democrats. The bottom line: "All the Speaker has to do is let the House vote on the already passed bipartisan Senate bill," centrist Rep. Greg Landsman (D-Ohio) told Axios. "That may be the only way, certainly the quickest way to get this to the president's desk." Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 2 Author Members Share Posted April 2 ☎️ Congress gets caller ID Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios The House is updating its phone system to make it easier for Capitol Police to track down threatening calls to congressional offices, Axios' Andrew Solender reports. Congressional offices will now get the numbers of callers that were connected through the Capitol's switchboard. Why it matters: After dropping from their historic 2021 high, threats against lawmakers ticked back up last year and remain at vastly higher levels than the pre-Trump years, according to Capitol Police data. Keep reading. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 3 Author Members Share Posted April 3 GOP’s Senate mystery Illustration: Shoshana Gordon/Axios Senators have doubts that the two Johns will be their only options to replace Mitch McConnell as GOP leader, leaving some of them on the fence until later this year, Axios' Stef Kight and Stephen Neukam report. Why it matters: Those lawmakers have an eye out for a late entry that upends the jockeying of the monthslong party leader campaign. "My best guess is that someone else will throw their hat in the rings eventually," Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) told Axios last month. "I think there'll be more people in this race," said Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.). "I think there's a lot of room here." Between the lines: Former President Trump may not be able to choose the GOP Senate leader, sources tell Axios, but he can derail a candidacy. The most-likely dark horse candidate is Sen. Steve Daines (R-Mont.), who has already been privately urged by Trump to run for leader. It would be a bad look for Daines, as chair of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, to seem more eager to become leader than focusing on winning the majority for the party, sources told Axios. But he could become a serious contender overnight if Senate Republicans pick up a multi-seat majority and Trump wins at the top of the ticket. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) has also been floated as a potential contender, given his failed challenge against McConnell in 2022. Scott will have to first focus on winning re-election in November, which could be harder now that abortion and marijuana measures will be on the ballot in Florida, potentially juicing Democratic turnout. The bottom line: Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) is currently favored to win the party leader job, according to conversations with Senate sources. Many point to his current No. 2 spot and his opportunities to lead during McConnell's health problems. But Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) has been fervently working behind the scenes and publicly pledging a new style of leadership — such as supporting leader term limits. Cornyn is known for having strong relationships with many senators and strong fundraising skills. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 3 Author Members Share Posted April 3 White House targets Johnson on Easter outrage Post on "X" from Andrew Bates of the White House The White House is hitting back against the false claims from Republicans that the Biden administration banned religious designs from its Easter egg art contest, Axios' Erin Doherty reports. 🧨 White House deputy press secretary Andrew Bates called out House Speaker Mike Johnson and asked if he would "retract his tweet" that included a link to an article from the Daily Caller that was retracted today. Zoom in: White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre highlighted the Daily Caller for "having the integrity to retract their story about the false claims that circulated this week about the Easter Egg Roll." GOP lawmakers also criticized the Biden administration for recognizing Transgender Day of Visibility on Easter Sunday. Transgender Day of Visibility is always held on March 31, which happened to coincide with Easter this year. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 3 Author Members Share Posted April 3 "Donald J. Trump International Airport" House Republicans want to rename IAD after DJT. "I totally support the renaming of Dulles airport to the greatest President in my lifetime, DJT," Rep. Troy Nehls (R-Texas) told Axios' Andrew Solender. The new measure from House Republicans is led by GOP chief deputy whip Guy Reschenthaler (R-Pa.), and would rename the northern Virginia airport the "Donald J. Trump International Airport." Dulles Airport is named after John Foster Dulles, a secretary of state during the early parts of the Cold War. "I can see no more fitting recognition than naming both airports in our nation's capital after America's two best presidents: DCA after President Reagan and Dulles after President Trump," Rep. Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) told Axios. The other side: "They know Dulles will never be renamed after Trump. Again, that's not the point, the point is to suck up to their Dear Leader," said Rep. Don Beyer (D-Va.). Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 4 Author Members Share Posted April 4 Mar-a-Lago cash pilgrimages Republican Senate candidates have flocked to Mar-a-Lago in recent months to raise funds for their campaigns, and the results have been lucrative, Axios' Stephen Neukam reports. Why it matters: Trump's influence and estate are a cash cow for GOP candidates close to the former president. Arizona Republican Kari Lake, a top Trump ally, raised $1 million at a Mar-a-Lago fundraiser on Wednesday, a source familiar with the event told Axios. Ohio Republican Bernie Moreno, who won a contentious GOP primary last month, raised around $350,000 during a fundraiser at Trump's residence this year. Indiana Republican Jim Banks has also fundraised at Mar-a-Lago for his Senate campaign, which he is likely to win. Behind the scenes: One Trump ally told Axios that the Mar-a-Lago fundraisers are successful for GOP candidates because "the biggest donors in GOP politics, and the most fervent MAGA supporters, hail in Palm Beach." Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 5 Author Members Share Posted April 5 🏛️ Exclusive: GOP to face pro-Ukraine deluge Photo: Republicans for Ukraine Republican lawmakers returning to D.C. next week will be hounded at every turn with reminders of the pressure they face to pass aid for Ukraine, Axios' Andrew Solender has learned. Why it matters: House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has signaled that the coming weeks will be make-or-break for Ukraine and other foreign-aid funding. Pro-Ukraine conservative group Republicans for Ukraine is launching a six-figure billboard campaign with the message: "We're Republicans. We support Ukraine. Don't let Putin win." Any Ukraine aid package will almost certainly need the support of most House Democrats and a sizable chunk of Republicans. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 9 Author Members Share Posted April 9 Justice Department blasts GOP effort to hold Attorney General Garland in contempt over Biden audio WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department on Monday blasted Republicans’ effort to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt over his refusal to turn over unredacted materials related to the special counsel probe into President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents. https://apnews.com/article/biden-classified-documents-special-counsel-hur-congress-garland-91b60bc1f2a9db2e1ec4a131836ab10a? Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 9 Author Members Share Posted April 9 Mike Johnson's other collision With most eyes on whether he'll put Ukraine aid on the floor in the coming days, House Speaker Mike Johnson also faces a tough fight on reauthorizing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). Why it matters: House Republicans have a major split on how much to change the law, which allows the government to spy on noncitizens abroad, Axios' Juliegrace Brufke reports. Conservatives are pushing for an amendment that would implement warrant requirements, saying FISA has strayed from its origins and accusing U.S. intelligence agencies of abusing it to spy on Americans. National security hawks — who are confident the amendment will fail — argue that warrant rules would hinder the ability to monitor threats in real time. 🧨 The two sides expect potential fireworks at the GOP's internal conference meeting Wednesday. The provision expires April 19, giving some urgency to the push. Zoom in: Johnson — on rocky ground with conservatives following the passage of two government funding packages — is selling the bill by noting it includes language to curb domestic surveillance. The speaker also warned that Republicans could be jammed by the Senate if they fail to pass the legislation. The bottom line: If the intra-GOP sales pitch falls flat, Johnson could work with Democrats again to pass a version of the bill with a two-thirds majority to avoid any lapses in the law. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 10 Author Members Share Posted April 10 Mayorkas impeachment trial set to start in Senate next week, but may be over before it starts WASHINGTON (AP) — House Republicans will delay bringing their case against Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate until next week, two months after impeaching the Homeland Security secretary. It will be the third time in five years that senators are sworn in as jurors in the court of impeachment. https://apnews.com/article/mayorkas-impeachment-senate-border-a3db11783bbcb197e3e30a3ebad26ed6? Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 10 Author Members Share Posted April 10 Historic impeachment trial lives a few more days After pleas from their Senate colleagues, House Republicans are delaying the formal process that would initiate the impeachment trial for Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Axios' Stef Kight reports. Why it matters: Senate Democrats plan to quickly dismiss the charges against Mayorkas, which Republicans called "nuking impeachment." Several GOP senators sought the delay in a last-ditch effort to buy more time to try to block that effort. House Republicans now plan to send over the impeachment articles on Monday instead of tomorrow. Mayorkas became the first Cabinet secretary to be impeached since 1876 in a narrow House vote that took two tries. The bottom line: This trial is going nowhere. While some Republicans are furious at Democrats for not taking the time to consider the articles being sent from the House, others may join Democrats in voting to dismiss them. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 11 Author Members Share Posted April 11 House to delay sending Mayorkas impeachment articles to Senate WASHINGTON (AP) — Speaker Mike Johnson will delay sending the House’s articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate this week as previously planned after Republican senators requested more time Tuesday to build support for holding a full trial. https://apnews.com/article/mayorkas-impeachment-house-speaker-johnson-border-534cbf59e92c9cf141bba1ff38dc01cf? Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 11 Author Members Share Posted April 11 🏛️ Tracking power: New approps chair Illustration: Sarah Grillo/Axios Rep. Tom Cole (R-Okla.), 74, was tapped to lead the powerful House Appropriations Committee — the panel that oversees government funding bills, Axios' Juliegrace Brufke writes. Cole, who was chair of House Rules, replaces Rep. Kay Granger (R-Texas), who isn't seeking reelection, and announced last month that she's relinquishing her gavel early. Keep reading. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 11 Author Members Share Posted April 11 The Walls Are Closing in on Mike Johnson’s Speakership Mike Johnson is nearing six months in the speakership. He might not get a seventh. https://www.thedailybeast.com/the-walls-are-closing-in-on-mike-johnsons-speakership? ps:How stupid has the trumplicans in the republican party gotten????? Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 11 Author Members Share Posted April 11 😱 Mike Johnson's big ally: Fear Threats to remove House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) are struggling to gain traction, in part because his Republican colleagues fear the oblivion that would follow, Axios' Andrew Solender reports. Any vacancy would "devolve" into chaos, one House Republican said, with "nobody" seen as prepared to step into Johnson's shoes. 🙅 "There is no one," the lawmaker said, warning that some centrist Republicans may even support Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Rep. Troy Nehls (R-Texas), a member of the right-wing Freedom Caucus, said he is "not in favor of getting rid of Johnson ... because nobody wants the job. Who wants the job? And who could do the job?" Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 11 Author Members Share Posted April 11 House GOP's twin eruptions Reprisals are being floated today as the House GOP tears itself apart over a pair of internal revolts. Why it matters: Republicans don't have a cohesive enough majority that can run the House without Democratic votes, putting Speaker Mike Johnson's job in jeopardy whenever there's a must-pass bill. "I don't even know what we're doing tomorrow," said Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) after emerging from a GOP meeting this afternoon. "It was pure chaos. It wasn't productive at all," Miller said. Revolt No. 1: A group of conservatives defeated a procedural vote on a bill today to reauthorize FISA, the crucial spying legislation. This raises the likelihood that leadership will abandon planned changes to the bill and renew the previous one instead with Democratic help. Rep. Tom McClintock (R-Calif.) called for consequences for Republicans who break with the GOP on rule votes such as the FISA bill, Axios' Andrew Solender reports, citing two members in the room. McClintock confirmed to Axios that he called for "severe sanctions" for those lawmakers. Revolt No. 2: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) met for more than an hour with Johnson today to talk through her one-woman ouster threat over FISA and Ukraine aid. The vast majority of the House GOP opposes another speaker vacancy. Greene could have around five members join her in her efforts, sources told Axios' Juliegrace Brufke. The bottom line: "The conference is heated," said Rep. Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.). "I don't know if it's going to lead to a solution." Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members phkrause Posted April 12 Author Members Share Posted April 12 Pelosi’s sales pitch Photo illustration: Annelise Capossela/Axios. Photos: Anna Moneymaker, Alex Wong, Kevin Dietsch, Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call, Al Drago/Bloomberg via Getty Images House Democrats are engaged in a widespread whip operation to get progressive stragglers to sign onto a discharge petition to force a vote on the Senate's Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan aid bill, Axios' Andrew Solender reports. Why it matters: More than a dozen pro-Palestinian progressives — including Reps. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez (D-N.Y.) and Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) — have refused to sign on in protest of the military assistance for Israel in the Senate bill. Many of the remaining holdouts are un-gettable as they're incensed at Israel's treatment of human rights in Gaza, sources involved in the whip effort say. Zoom in: Among those involved in the effort are former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), former House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) and Congressional Ukrainian Caucus co-chair Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio). Pelosi and Hoyer, in the House Democrats' whip meeting today, made the case for progressives to help force a vote even if they plan to oppose the bill itself, according to multiple sources. One senior House Democrat pointed to Pelosi as the discharge petition's most effective salesperson. The bottom line: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) called today for "just a handful of Republicans, 20 or 25 at most ... to join House Democrats." The senior House Democrat said Democratic unity means "every single Republican who won't sign is responsible" for Ukraine aid stalling. Quote phkrause By the decree enforcing the institution of the papacy in violation of the law of God, our nation will disconnect herself fully from righteousness. When Protestantism shall stretch her hand across the gulf to grasp the hand of the Roman power, when she shall reach over the abyss to clasp hands with spiritualism, when, under the influence of this threefold union, our country shall repudiate every principle of its Constitution as a Protestant and republican government, and shall make provision for the propagation of papal falsehoods and delusions, then we may know that the time has come for the marvelous working of Satan and that the end is near. {5T 451.1} Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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