Republican Rips Key Vote on Trump Bill as ‘Power Move’
Republican Representative Keith Self of Texas ripped a procedural vote taking place on the much-debated financial package dubbed the “big, beautiful bill” by President Donald Trump Wednesday night, saying he’s a “no,” as more talks are vital. Newsweek reached out to House Speaker Mike Johnson‘s office via email for comment. Why It Matters The attempted […]
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Trump Threatens Primary Challenge Against Tillis Over Bill Vote
President Donald Trump issued a scathing rebuke of Republican Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina on Truth Social Saturday, threatening to support primary challengers against the two-term senator over his opposition to his “Big Beautiful” spending bill. The confrontation came as Senate leaders vote, scrambling to secure enough Republican support for the party-line legislation they […]
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Cowboys Coach Utters Vote of Confidence in Jake Ferguson
After being drafted in the first round of the 2022 draft, Jake Ferguson has developed into a productive piece in the Dallas Cowboys offense. Following a lackluster showing last season, one key member of the organization feels he’ll be able to turn a new leaf in 2025. In his second season, Ferguson showed the potential […]
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75 Democrats Express ‘Gratitude’ to ICE in Antisemitism Vote Amid LA Riots
Seventy-five Democrats broke ranks on Monday, joining Republicans in voting for a House resolution condemning antisemitism and expressing “gratitude” for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other law enforcement personnel. Why It Matters Monday’s vote comes as Los Angeles is reeling from days of political unrest after ICE raided several downtown city neighborhoods and arrested […]
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Red Sox Manager Receives Dreaded Vote of Confidence From Front Office
By Drew VonScio is a Newsweek contributor based in Pittsburgh, PA. His focus is on MLB content. Drew has been with Newsweek since December 2024 and also works full-time at WTOV, a TV station in Steubenville, Ohio. He is a 2023 graduate of Bethany College (WV) and a 2024 graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School […]
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Packers Lose Vote for Eagles’ ‘Tush Push’ Play to be Banned in 2025
By James Brizuela is a contributing sports writer located in Los Angeles. His focus is on Comics, Comic Book Movies, Video Games, NFL, and MMA. He has in-depth knowledge of the NFL as a whole, having been a fan for over 30 years, and covering the sports over the last six years. He also knows […]
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David Hogg Reacts After DNC Makes Move to Redo Vote for His Position
Democratic National Committee (DNC) Vice Chair David Hogg released a statement Monday night after a vote passed, clearing a key hurdle in an effort to void the internal election that promoted him to his leadership position. Newsweek reached to the DNC via online form Monday night for comment. Why It Matters Democrats have seemingly been […]
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UFC 5 Community Vote for New Alter Egos is Now Live
By Oliver Brandt is a Contributing Pop Culture Writer based in Tasmania, Australia. Their focus is reporting on video games, film, and TV. They have extensive knowledge of video game history and communities both in Australia and abroad, animated films and television shows, and international cinema. Oliver joined Newsweek in 2024 and has previously worked […]
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Texas Republican Repeatedly Heckled at Tense Town Hall: ‘Vote You Out’
Texas Republican Congressman Keith Self faced a wave of jeers, heckling, and fierce verbal opposition during a tense town hall event, as frustrated constituents repeatedly interrupted him with chants of “vote you out!” Newsweek has contacted Self’s office for further comment via email outside of normal office hours. Why It Matters Self was frequently interrupted […]
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One Republican Breaks With Colleagues on Budget Plan Vote
Representative Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, voted against House Republicans’ budget proposal on Tuesday night, siding with Democrats as the only GOP no vote. Newsweek reached out to Massie’s office via email Tuesday for comment. What To Know President Donald Trump strongly endorsed the proposal, calling it a “big, beautiful bill,” and urged House Republicans […]
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