After a five-month hiatus, late-night television returned on Monday, with Stephen Colbert being the first to return. Donald Trump took to his Truth Social website to express his opinion of the shows, calling them “talentless, low rated CREEPS” and claiming they were a “major” campaign contribution to Democrats. The writers strike was settled on Tuesday, allowing writers to go back to work and the shows to start airing new episodes again.
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On Monday night, a shooting at a Pop Warner football practice in Apopka, Florida left two 13-year-olds injured. An 11-year-old suspect was arrested and charged with second-degree attempted murder. Apopka Police Chief Mike McKinley expressed his concern about the incident, noting the need for better gun safety measures, especially when it comes to children.
Laphonza Butler Sworn In as 12th Black Senator in U.S. History, Third Black Woman to Serve in Senate
Laphonza Butler Sworn In as 12th Black Senator in U.S. History, Third Black Woman to Serve in Senate
Vice President Kamala Harris swore in Laphonza Butler as the newest U.S. Senator from California, making her the first Black, openly LGBTQ+ woman to serve in either chamber of Congress. Butler was appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to finish out the late Senator Dianne Feinstein's term, and her swearing-in ceremony was met with applause. Her appointment marks a historic moment for the U.S. Senate and a testament to the progress made in the fight for equality and representation.
Key takeaways: The House of Representatives is voting on a resolution to remove current Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy from his position. The House…
The Supreme Court heard arguments on Tuesday in a case that could determine the future of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Noel Francisco, who argued on behalf of the trade associations challenging the CFPB's funding structure, faced tough questioning from the justices. If the court rules in favor of the trade associations, it could gut the agency’s funding and have a major impact on the post-financial crisis regulatory landscape. The Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling on the case in the coming months.
The House of Representatives is debating a vote on whether to retain Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) as Speaker. Democrats oppose the vote, while Republicans favor it and Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and his supporters are attempting to oust Rep. McCarthy. House Democrats have taken a unanimous and categorical position on the Speakership showdown, and Rep. McCarthy is facing difficulty in holding on to the position. A new Speaker must be chosen in order for the House to move forward.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has called a vote on Rep. Matt Gaetz's resolution to oust him from the speaker's office, which is set to take place later today. McCarthy has received opposition from the majority of Freedom Caucus members, but with such narrow margins in the House, Gaetz doesn't need many mutineers to get it done. McCarthy and his allies are now looking to quickly take on the so-called motion to vacate, with the outcome of the vote providing an indication of the support for McCarthy's leadership.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) is facing a critical vote on his future as Speaker of the House of Representatives on Tuesday afternoon, with several Republicans siding with Rep. Matt Gaetz in his quest to topple the speaker. McCarthy is expected to bring up a no-confidence resolution from Gaetz in the afternoon, and the outcome of the vote will determine whether he remains in his position or is replaced by another Speaker. If McCarthy is removed, it will be the first time in nearly two decades that a Speaker of the House has been removed from office.