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Matt Gaetz burned down the House — then was shocked to find he couldn’t do the same to the Senate

ANALYSIS: Through the Gaetz attorney general drama, Trump learned an unwelcome truth about the Senate, writes Eric Garcia

The Independent UK

Why the Matt Gaetz report blew up the Ethics Committee

ANALYSIS: Republicans have found themselves stuck pretty badly between a rock and a hard place, reports Eric Garcia from Congress

The Independent UK

Senate Republicans Call For Release Of Gaetz Ethics Report

GOP Senators push for transparency in assessing former Rep. Gaetz's nomination for attorney general.

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Stocks Set to Open Mixed as Investors Await U.S. Economic Data and Nvidia Earnings, Fed Speak on Tap

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are down -0.14%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ24) are up +0.12% this morning as market participants looked ahead to an earnings report from semiconductor stalwart Nvidia, a new batch of U.S. economic data, and comments from Federal Reserve officials.

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Trump nominees will face friendlier Senate, with bigger majority - Roll Call

Republicans will have a likely 53-seat majority when they start the confirmation process in the next Congress, up one from 2017.

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Stocks Set to Open Higher as Investors Await U.S. Economic Data and Nvidia Earnings, Fed Speak on Tap

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are up +0.09%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ24) are up +0.35% this morning as market participants looked ahead to an earnings report from semiconductor stalwart Nvidia, a new batch of U.S. economic data, and comments from Federal Reserve officials.

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Senate Republicans Express Concerns Over Trump's Cabinet Nominations

Senate Republicans scrutinize Trump's cabinet nominations, particularly Matt Gaetz's suitability for attorney general.

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The Math Does Not Favor Avoiding Senate Scrutiny of Trump's Bizarre Cabinet Picks

Several Republican senators have said they are not inclined to abdicate their "advice and consent" role in presidential appointments.

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Sen. Tim Scott To Lead GOP Efforts To Increase Senate Majority

GOP and Democrats prepare for 2026 Senate elections with strategic focus on key states and fundraising efforts.

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Senator Tommy Tuberville threatens Republicans who might vote against Gaetz for Trump’s AG

‘If you wanna get in the way, fine. But we’re gonna try to get you out of the Senate,’ the GOP Alabama senator warned

The Independent UK

Sen. Collins 'Shocked' At Trump's Nomination Of Rep. Gaetz

Senator Susan Collins expresses concern over Matt Gaetz's nomination for attorney general, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in gove...

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Trump throws Senate into chaos with Gaetz and Gabbard nominations

Trump’s decision to nominate Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard is the ultimate dare

The Independent UK

Who is Matt Gaetz, the Trump loyalist picked for attorney general?

Hard-right congressman led successful charge to oust fellow Republican Kevin McCarthy as House speaker

The Guardian - US

Trump plans to nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz to be attorney general - Roll Call

Donald Trump announced Wednesday he will nominate Rep. Matt Gaetz to be the next attorney general, citing a need to "reform" the DOJ.

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Senate Republican Opposes Extending Current Government Funding Levels

Senator Susan Collins opposes extending current government funding levels through September, aiming to finalize fiscal year 2025 work by December 20th.

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GOP considers handing Trump a path around Senate confirmations - Roll Call

Leadership hopefuls have flirted with giving President-elect Donald Trump power to avoid the confirmation process for his Cabinet nominees.

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Trump, GOP poised to add more conservatives to federal courts - Roll Call

Republicans will have a wide runway to confirm conservative federal judges and fill any openings on the Supreme Court in the new Congress.

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Spending panel shake-up likely in Senate post-elections - Roll Call

Senate appropriators are facing what could be a major shake-up in subcommittee leadership after the upcoming elections.

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Sen. Tim Scott Considering Running For NRSC Chair Position

Sen. Tim Scott considering NRSC chair role, focusing on Senate majority in upcoming elections and potential challenges for Republicans and Democrats.

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S&P Futures Tread Water Ahead of FOMC Meeting Minutes and More Fed Speak

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are trending down -0.02% this morning as market participants awaited the Federal Reserve’s September meeting minutes and remarks from Fed officials.

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S&P Futures Tick Lower Ahead of FOMC Meeting Minutes and More Fed Speak

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are trending down -0.12% this morning as market participants awaited the Federal Reserve’s September meeting minutes and remarks from Fed officials.

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Stopgap funding negotiations heat up after Johnson plan defeat - Roll Call

Bipartisan and bicameral talks to head off a partial government shutdown after next week appeared to be underway Thursday.

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Speaker Johnson Faces Funding Fight Amid Pressure From Trump

Speaker Mike Johnson faces challenges in navigating a government funding fight with pressure from a narrow majority and former President Trump, as a shutdo...

The Independent UK

After mass shooting, bill would require Army to use state crisis laws to remove weapons

Republican Sen. Susan Collins is introducing a bill prompted by the state’s deadliest shooting that requires the Army to use state crisis intervention laws to remove a service member’s access to weapons if deemed to pose a serious treat

The Independent UK

Republicans in DC do not want to answer questions about Trump’s debate performance

Trump’s words give Republicans a hard time

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