Courage is a word we use often in politics, but rarely see in practice. Yet here we are, watching a Republican congresswoman from Miami stand her ground while a storm gathers around her. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar has put forward what she calls the Dignity Act, a bipartisan immigration reform proposal that has set off a firestorm within the Republican conference. The bill aims … [Read more...] about Republican Immigration Proposal Faces Fierce Pushback from Conservative Wing
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Internal Audit Launched Over Possible Withholding of Epstein Records
The wheels of justice turn slowly, but when they grind, they ought to grind thoroughly. That principle is now being put to the test as the Justice Department's own watchdog has launched an investigation into whether the agency properly released records connected to Jeffrey Epstein, the convicted sex offender whose case has haunted the American conscience. Deputy Inspector … [Read more...] about Internal Audit Launched Over Possible Withholding of Epstein Records
Trump Taps Transportation Contractor Executive to Lead TSA Amid Agency Turmoil
Courage is what it takes to stand in those TSA lines at five in the morning, and courage is what the next administrator of the Transportation Security Administration will need in abundance. President Trump has set his sights on David Cummins to lead the agency tasked with keeping America's airports and transportation hubs secure. The nomination comes at a moment when the TSA … [Read more...] about Trump Taps Transportation Contractor Executive to Lead TSA Amid Agency Turmoil
Rep. Pat Fallon Announces Bid for House Oversight Committee Leadership Position
The race for one of the most powerful investigative positions in Congress now has its first declared candidate, and he is coming out swinging with an ambitious agenda that should give bureaucrats and bad actors alike reason to take notice. Rep. Pat Fallon of Texas has announced his intention to seek the chairmanship of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, a … [Read more...] about Rep. Pat Fallon Announces Bid for House Oversight Committee Leadership Position
California Gubernatorial Candidate Faces Tough Questions on Swalwell Scandal
The questions came hard and fast during Wednesday night's California gubernatorial debate, and Xavier Becerra found himself in the hot seat over what he knew and when he knew it regarding Eric Swalwell's alleged misconduct. This is the kind of moment that separates those who lead from those who simply hold office. Becerra, who served as Health and Human Services secretary in … [Read more...] about California Gubernatorial Candidate Faces Tough Questions on Swalwell Scandal
