When President Trump rolled out his new 10 % across-the-board tariff this year, the usual fireworks went off in Washington. Democrats clutched their pearls, the media went into DEFCON 1, and—perhaps most surprisingly—a handful of Senate Republicans broke ranks to challenge the plan. This week, the Senate even voted to roll back some of the…
John Thune Poised to Lead: The New Face of Senate Majority Leadership
In a surprising yet strategic move, John Thune, the senior Senator from South Dakota, is set to become the next Senate Majority Leader. With Mitch McConnell stepping down after a long (and occasionally rocky) tenure, Thune’s rise marks a significant shift in Republican leadership. Thune has been McConnell’s right-hand man as Senate Minority Whip since…
The Jan. 6 Debate: Revisiting Trump’s Role
In the recent vice-presidential debate, J.D. Vance found himself in a contentious exchange regarding former President Donald Trump’s actions surrounding the events of January 6, 2021. His defense of Trump centered around the claim that the former president had urged his supporters to “peacefully protest.” However, Vance's argument conveniently glossed over the broader context and…
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