On Thursday, Democrats in the Washington House of Representatives voted against an amendment that would have required school districts to immediately notify parents if their student is the victim of sexual misconduct by a school employee. Republican Rep. Travis Couture, who proposed the amendment, expressed his outrage on X, stating, “How any sane person could deny my amendment is outrageous.”
It wasn’t quite the rally that was intended, but about three dozen people from the Pierce County Republican Party and other concerned citizens showed up Thursday in Olympia to protest House Democrats’ decision last week to amend the votes required to end debate on the floor from a two-thirds majority to a simple majority.
Two Pennsylvania Democrats, State Reps. Benjamin Sanchez and Joe Webster, have introduced legislation to eliminate the designation of biological sex from birth certificates. The proposal, aimed at easing the process for individuals to change their “gender identity” on legal documents, claims to address discrimination and bureaucratic hurdles.
Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee reportedly enlisted psychologists to navigate emotional challenges posed by former President Donald Trump’s administration. The move underscores Democrats’ ongoing struggle with Trump’s leadership style and policies, often described by critics as inducing "Trump Derangement Syndrome" (TDS).
Senate Minority Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) called for government agencies to resist President Donald Trump’s executive order eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) mandates in federal institutions. Speaking on MSNBC’s Andrea Mitchell Reports on Wednesday, Durbin argued that promoting diversity is essential to the country’s strength and urged agencies, corporations, and universities to continue implementing DEI initiatives despite Trump’s directive.
House Republicans, led by Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-VA), are working to codify aspects of President Donald Trump’s policies into law. During a recent interview, Griffith highlighted progress on legislation addressing illegal immigration and public safety, emphasizing the importance of keeping promises to constituents.
The Pentagon is preparing to deploy up to 1,500 active-duty troops to assist with securing the southern border, U.S. officials revealed on Wednesday. This decision aligns with directives issued by President Donald Trump through executive orders shortly after taking office, aimed at tightening immigration controls.
