New York Republican Rep. George Santos has admitted to lying about his educational, work and family history, prompting Democratic Reps. Daniel Goldman and Ritchie Torres to write a letter to House GOP leaders asking for information about their knowledge of Santos's deception. The scandal has raised questions about the vetting process for candidates and the role of party leaders in ensuring the accuracy of candidates’ backgrounds.
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Key takeaways: Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced that the U.S. is projected to reach its borrowing limit of $31.4 trillion on January 19th. The Treasury…
The U.S. Treasury Department is expected to hit the debt ceiling next Thursday, prompting Secretary Janet Yellen to warn of "certain extraordinary measures" to avoid a catastrophic default. In response, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said Republicans will protect Medicare and Social Security, while looking to balance the federal budget. Congress must now find a solution to the issue, as the Treasury Department's measures can only buy a limited amount of time.
President Joe Biden has accepted an invitation from House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to deliver his second State of the Union address on February 7th. The speech will focus on the economy, global competitiveness, safety, and unity. Biden expressed his gratitude for the prompt invitation and looks forward to speaking with Republicans, Democrats, and the country.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has refused to call for the resignation of Rep. George Santos (R-NY) despite calls from New York state and local Republicans, as well as Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) and Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY). The allegations against Santos involve lies and fabrications in his biography, sparking a debate about the prevalence of embellished resumes among politicians. Investigations into the matter are ongoing, and it remains to be seen if Santos will resign or remain in office.
Republican Congressman George Santos Facing Growing Pressure from GOP to Resign Over Lying on Resume
Republican Congressman George Santos Facing Growing Pressure from GOP to Resign Over Lying on Resume
A newly elected Republican congressman from New York, George Santos, is facing increasing pressure from his own party to resign after admitting to lying on…
President Joe Biden is facing a growing political crisis after classified documents were found in his former offices. This revelation has fueled Republican claims that…
On Tuesday, the House of Representatives voted to establish a select subcommittee to investigate the “weaponization” of the federal government against American citizens. The resolution…