Months after aiding President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 presidential race, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is now influencing the leadership structure within House Democratic committees.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has publicly endorsed President Joe Biden’s decision to grant his son, Hunter Biden, a full and unconditional pardon. Speaking to The Hill on Wednesday, Pelosi stated, “I support the president,” and confirmed her support for the pardon specifically, adding, “The pardon, yes.”
Efforts to transfer control of the land where the former RFK Stadium sits to Washington, D.C., could soon come to fruition through an unconventional legislative strategy. According to a report from Punchbowl News, the legislation may be included in a continuing resolution to fund the federal government, which lawmakers must pass by December 20 to avoid a government shutdown.
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have voiced their desire to end the semiannual daylight saving time (DST) clock changes, with Ramaswamy calling the policy “inefficient and easy to change.” Their comments came after Musk shared an X (formerly Twitter) poll showing widespread public support for abolishing the "annoying" time change. Many political figures, including Donald Trump Jr., echoed their sentiments, with many calling for permanent daylight saving time to be adopted.
The corruption trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan continues to unfold with significant testimonies and evidence presented by federal prosecutors. Madigan, along with co-defendant Michael McClain, faces 23 counts of bribery, racketeering, and official misconduct tied to an alleged scheme referred to as the "Madigan Enterprise."
The California Assembly has adopted a new rule reducing the number of bills each legislator can introduce from 50 to 35, a move aimed at streamlining the legislative process.
House Republicans are poised to start the new year with a razor-thin majority, potentially reduced to a single seat. This slim margin could complicate governance during the 119th Congress, especially as President-elect Donald Trump plans an ambitious agenda for his first 100 days in office.
Chicago residents are voicing their dissatisfaction as the city grapples with a billion-dollar budget deficit. During a city council meeting Monday, public comments reflected growing frustrations with Mayor Brandon Johnson’s policies, particularly his approach to sanctuary city initiatives and proposed tax increases.
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) voiced sharp criticism of President Joe Biden following the pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, for a series of crimes dating back to 2014. Johnson accused the Biden family of eroding public trust in the nation’s justice system.
