May 29 Watch 6:16 Far-right challenge to GOP incumbent in Texas highlights growing rift within party By Laura Barrón-López A primary election in Texas got national attention for what it could mean for the future of the Republican Party and incumbents facing far-right challengers. Incumbent GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales, who has worked across the aisle on several issues, narrowly… Continue watching
Apr 11 Watch 6:35 Why right-wing Republicans are blocking the reauthorization of FISA By Lisa Desjardins, Saher Khan GOP infighting continues on Capitol Hill as Speaker Mike Johnson tries to rally his conference into passing a controversial intelligence provision before the weekend. A faction of House Republicans broke rank and failed to reauthorize the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act,… Continue watching
Mar 21 Watch 6:30 How dysfunction has defined the House By Lisa Desjardins, Kyle Midura Congress is on the verge of passing its yearly budget, six months into its fiscal year and with less than 48 hours left before the government shuts down. Dysfunction is one of the defining features of this House narrowly divided… Continue watching
Mar 09 Watch 8:48 What to know about a growing GOP divide over Trump support and the party’s future By Laura Barrón-López, Harry Zahn Donald Trump is the presumptive GOP nominee for president after a near sweep on Super Tuesday. But Tuesday’s results also reflected a deep schism in the party, dividing some lifelong Republicans from Trump’s MAGA faction. Two Republicans, former Congressman Denver… Continue watching
Mar 09 Analysis: How Nikki Haley’s bid for the White House made history By Mel Leonor Barclay, The 19th Haley is one of a handful of high-profile women to have sought the Republican presidential nomination and the first Asian-American woman to ever do so. Continue reading
Feb 21 Biden’s brother James appears for GOP interview as FBI informant’s arrest casts new doubt on impeachment By Farnoush Amiri, Associated Press President Joe Biden “never had any involvement” in the business dealings of other members of his family, his brother James Biden testified Wednesday as he appeared for a voluntary private interview on Capitol Hill as part of House Republicans' impeachment… Continue reading
Jan 31 Watch 8:21 Conservative Trump critic discusses his impact on the GOP and a divided America By Judy Woodruff, Sarah Clune Hartman, Frank Carlson Primary season is in full swing as a seemingly unstoppable GOP nomination approaches for former President Trump. Judy Woodruff explores what another Trump nomination and presidency could mean for the Republican party and for the country. It’s part of her… Continue watching
Jan 30 How Missouri Republicans want to change the process for voters to amend the constitution By Gabrielle Hays Some Republican lawmakers argue the states's ballot measure process makes the constitution vulnerable and open to out-of-state money and special interests. Critics argue the move is a "denial of democracy."… Continue reading
Jan 13 GOP tries to block proposed federal rule that restricts funds for anti-abortion centers By Amanda Seitz, Associated Press In a new twist to the fight over abortion access, congressional Republicans are trying to block a Biden administration spending rule that they say will cut off millions of dollars to anti-abortion counseling centers. Continue reading
Dec 17 Florida GOP suspends its chairman, demands he resign as rape investigation continues By Brendan Farrington, Associated Press The Republican Party of Florida suspended Chairman Christian Ziegler and demanded his resignation during an emergency meeting Sunday, adding to calls by Gov. Ron DeSantis and other top officials for him to step down as police investigate a rape accusation against… Continue reading