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Stephen Colbert on DHS pick Markwayne Mullin: ‘Has a history of being real dumb and real angry about it’

Late-night hosts discussed the confirmation hearing for Trump’s new homeland security pick, the about-face by Republicans on Iran and the war’s sticker-shock for ordinary Americans

The Guardian - US

Republican Rep. Warns The Party Will Go Through 'Civil War' If Trump Seeks To Pull Out Of NATO: 'It Would Implode'

Republican Rep. Don Bacon warned that the party would go through "civil war" if President Donald Trump seeks to pull out of NATO, saying it is imperative to strengthen relations with European allies damaged during the administration.

Latin Times

House Republican warns of MAGA civil war if Trump withdraws from NATO

Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon says any move by President Donald Trump to pull U.S. from transatlantic military alliance would have dire consequences for him domestically

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'Pressure from Israel': Why did US counterterrorism chief and MAGA loyalist Joe Kent turn against Donald Trump amidst Iran war

A senior counterterrorism official, Joe Kent, resigned over President Trump's Iran policy, citing no imminent threat and pressure from Israel. Kent, a MAGA figure, warned against repeating past mistakes, drawing parallels to the Iraq war. His departure highlights dissent within the administration and the broader Republican base regarding foreign interventions.

The Times of India

Ukraine supporters oppose easing of Russia sanctions

Numerous lawmakers, including some Republicans, are outraged about the Trump administration’s easing of sanctions on Russian oil exports, amid reports that Moscow is helping Iran target U.S. troops in the Middle East. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, looking to ease a supply crisis caused by the Iran war that has driven…

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Republican congressman slammed for Muslims ‘don’t belong’ in America social media post

Representative Andy Ogles also took a swipe at the United Kingdom and claimed that his post would not have been criticized if he had been referring to Christians

The Independent UK

Supreme Court backs congressional power in tariff ruling

The Supreme Court stuck up for congressional power in a ruling Friday invalidating most of President Donald Trump's worldwide tariffs.

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Lawmakers from both parties are scrambling to rein in Trump’s pardon free-for-all before it gets even more ridiculous

Neither party can stomach Trump’s drug trafficker pardons anymore.

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A measure giving Congress the power to block Trump pardons draws Republican backing

"Frankly, it is clear to me the pardon authority has been abused," Rep. Don Bacon said.

Axios

Inside the bitter feud over Mike Johnson's rule-breakers

"It's like these guys never played team sports before," one Republican lawmaker told Axios.

Axios

Trump promises ‘consequences come Election time’ for Republicans who voted with Democrats to oppose Canada tariffs

President Donald Trump threatens to back primary challengers to rebel GOP members who defy him over signature economic policy following Wednesday House vote

The Independent UK

US House votes to overturn President Trump's tariffs on Canada

Six Republican lawmakers joined Democrats to block the tariffs in a 219 to 211 vote. Trump is expected to veto the measure.

Euronews

House votes to cancel Trump’s tariffs on Canada in rare bipartisan rebuke of White House agenda

The tariff challenge is unlikely to become law, but it represents a major challenge to Donald Trump’s economic agenda nonetheless

The Independent UK

US House backs bid to block Canada tariffs in rebuke of Trump

Republicans join Democrats in objecting to national emergency US president declared to impose tariffs

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The U.S. House Just Voted To Stop Trump's 'Emergency' Tariffs on Imports From Canada

But the numbers are a long way from a veto-proof majority, so Wednesday's vote may be a purely symbolic victory for free traders.

Axios

House Republicans defy Trump on trade

The vote signals growing GOP discomfort with Trump's aggressive tariff strategy.

Reason

The House Just Reclaimed Its Tariff Power From Trump. Now Congress Can Try To Strike Down His Canada Tariffs.

Three Republicans defected to vote down an arcane procedural rule that would have made it impossible for the House to vote on Trump’s tariffs until August.

Roll Call

House rejects rule that would block floor votes to end tariffs

House rejects a rule that would prohibit lawmakers from terminating President Donald Trump's tariffs as three Republicans vote against it.

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Republicans are secretly convinced they face a bloodbath in midterms thanks to Trump: report

Republicans hold a 53-47 majority in the US Senate but some GOP operatives are worried it could be in jeopardy

The Guardian - US

Trump’s Greenland brinkmanship leaves leading Republicans rattled

With midterms looming some in Congress have dissented from the president – but it still falls well short of a rebellion

The Guardian - US

House rejects resolution that would bar Trump from sending troops to Venezuela

Vote on legislation falls just short of number needed for passage, showing Mike Johnson’s tenuous hold on majority

Axios

House GOP staves off rebuke to Trump over Venezuela military action

The vote comes just a week after the White House successfully thwarted a similar resolution in the Senate.

Roll Call

These House votes were once routine. Now they’re nail-biters

Wrangling procedural votes is a big part of the job for Speaker Mike Johnson, as thin margins give each holdout more political capital.

Reason

Mike Johnson Says He Has 'No Intention' of Letting Congress Vote on Trump's Tariffs

A House rule prohibiting tariff resolutions from coming to the floor will expire at the end of the month and is unlikely to be renewed.

The Guardian - US

Republican dissent as key figures warn Trump against Greenland pursuit

Congressional Republicans criticize ‘absurd’ idea as polls show most Americans oppose taking control of territory

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