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Policy Contrast Between Trump and Haley Key to Winning GOP Primary Voters, Says Sen. Lindsey Graham

Columbia, South Carolina – Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina believes that a competition based on policies between former President Donald Trump and former United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley could be the key to attracting undecided voters in the GOP primary. During an interview on CNN on Super Tuesday, Graham emphasized the importance of highlighting the contrast between Trump’s approach to issues such as border security, energy independence, and national safety in order to sway …

Social Security Promise: Trump Vows No Cuts, Setting Himself Apart from GOP Rivals

Washington, D.C., former President Donald Trump has stood out from other potential 2024 Republican presidential candidates by asserting that he has no intention of making changes to Social Security. Trump has made it clear that cutting benefits from Medicare or Social Security should not be an option for Republicans. His stance on this issue has been backed up by recent statements reported by Newsweek. In contrast, other GOP contenders, such as former South Carolina Gov. …

Court Denies Michigan GOP Leader’s Appeal, Ruling GOP Convention Plans Meaningless

LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Court of Appeals declined to intervene in the leadership dispute within the state Republican Party, potentially nullifying a planned GOP convention in Detroit spearheaded by Kristina Karamo. Karamo sought an immediate halt to a Kent County Circuit Court ruling that ousted her as the chairwoman of the Michigan Republican Party, allowing her convention scheduled for Saturday to proceed. However, Judge Brock Swartzle swiftly denied her request for a stay on …

Trump Dominates South Carolina Primary, solidifying path to third GOP nomination

Charleston, S.C. – In a decisive victory, former President Donald Trump secured a win in the Republican primary in South Carolina on Saturday, outperforming former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley in her home state. This win further solidifies Trump’s path towards a potential third consecutive GOP nomination. Trump’s success in South Carolina adds to his previous victories in Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Despite mounting pressure for Haley to withdraw from the …

Union Victory: GOP Secures Major Teamsters Donation for the First Time in Years

WASHINGTON – In a surprising turn of events, the Republican party has secured its first major donation from the Teamsters in several years. This marks a significant win for the GOP, as the traditionally Democratic-leaning union has historically supported candidates from the left. The $122,000 contribution was made to the Republican National Committee in June, signaling a shift in the union’s political alliances. The Teamsters, one of the largest and most influential labor unions in …

“Obamacare” Success Shines Through Despite GOP Opposition

Washington, D.C. – 14 years after the passage of the landmark Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare, the law has proven to be much more successful than its fiercest critics had predicted. Despite facing intense opposition from Republicans and struggling in its early years, Obamacare has made significant strides in achieving its key objectives. According to government survey data, the rate of uninsured non-elderly Americans has dropped from 18.2% in 2010 to 9.2% in …

Union-led Mobilization Against GOP Commission to Cut Social Security and Medicare Gains Momentum

WASHINGTON – Unions across the nation are mobilizing members in an effort to stop a Republican plan for a secretive commission to cut Social Security and Medicare. The plan, sponsored by a Trumpite right-winger, has sparked outrage among workers and labor leaders, who fear the devastating impact it could have on working families, particularly people of color and younger workers. House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., aims to insert the 13-member commission into key legislation, such …

Retiring GOP Rep. Mark Green Oversaw Mayorkas Impeachment

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Rep. Mark Green announced his retirement after being involved in the impeachment of Alejandro Mayorkas, the first Cabinet secretary to be impeached in almost 150 years. The Republican, who oversaw Mayorkas impeachment, also confirmed that he will not seek re-election. This news comes as a surprise to many in the political arena, with powerful House GOP chair Mark Green deciding to retire from his position. The House Homeland Security Committee Chair from …

Social Security Funding Crisis Looms: 3 GOP Politicians’ Plans Unveiled for 2024 Election

WASHINGTON, D.C. – With the 2024 presidential race gearing up, the focus on Social Security has intensified as both Democratic and Republican candidates promise to preserve benefits. However, looming funding shortfalls have brought the issue to the forefront of the campaign landscape. The program’s Old Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund is projected to run out of money within the next decade, leaving Social Security solely reliant on payroll taxes that currently cover only about …

Donald Trump Emerges as Front-Runner with Third Straight Win in Nevada GOP Caucus

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Donald Trump secured a victory in the Nevada Republican presidential caucuses, emerging as the only major candidate to compete and winning his third consecutive state as he aims to solidify his party’s nomination. Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, Trump’s last major rival, chose to skip the caucuses despite being the only contest in Nevada that counts toward the GOP nomination. Instead, she ran in Nevada’s symbolic state-run presidential primary on Tuesday …