Democrats in Washington D.C. are expressing openness to saving Speaker Mike Johnson, as seven jurors have been selected for Trump’s trial. There are concerns about potential political bias in the trial, as far-left representatives launch a fundraising effort to “Protect the Squad.” In the Senate, an impeachment trial against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas was quickly dismissed along party lines. Despite allegations of breaching public trust and failure to comply with the law, Democrats voted to table the matter, drawing criticism from Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell.
House Republicans took aim at Columbia University for the employment of a professor who celebrated Hamas attacks. The university president initially claimed the professor had been removed from a committee role, but it was later revealed that he was still listed in that position online. After Republican Rep. Elise Stefanik pointed this out, the university president promised to remove the professor from that role. Additionally, a GOP bill has been introduced in response to a foreign billionaire donating a large sum to boost Democrats, cracking down on dark money in politics.
The White House has taken action against China’s unfair practices to protect US steel and shipbuilding industries, while President Biden dismissed Trump’s claim that he was behind a GOP rival’s criminal charges. In the 2024 campaign trail, Speaker Johnson has stated that a border security bill will be voted on alongside foreign aid. There are also reports of Democratic willingness to make a deal to save Speaker Johnson, indicating potential bipartisan cooperation. Illegal immigrant arrested in a collision that killed a Democratic senator’s advisor as Ohio Attorney General shuts down a Democratic proposal to skirt election deadlines to get Biden on the ballot.
Across America, anti-Israel agitators have set up tents on Columbia University’s campus, as the university president faces grilling from Congress. Furthermore, Arizona Governor vetoes Republican bills defining biological sex and allowing Ten Commandments in classrooms, triggering controversy and backlash. A whistleblower has resigned from NPR after being disparaged for speaking out, highlighting potential issues within the liberal outlet. Israel protests are also raising concerns about extreme tactics and potential volatility in the upcoming summer. Overall, the political scene is filled with contentious debates, investigations, and challenges as various parties navigate the complex landscape of American politics. Subscribe now to get the latest updates and exclusive interviews from the 2024 campaign trail on Fox News Politics newsletter.
