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Graham Cautions Against Underestimating Biden's Appeal: 'He's Nicer Than Hillary Clinton'
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) is suggesting people be cautious about underestimating the appeal of presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden to voters. Speaking with radio host Hugh Hewitt on Thursday, Graham, who is a friend of Biden, was asked, “Has former Vice President Biden lost his step, or a lap, or even the energy necessary to run for president?” The South Carolina lawmaker… → Read More
Biden Says Andrew Cuomo Is 'Capable' of Being President, but a Woman Will Be His VP Pick
"I think that Governor Cuomo is capable of being president." → Read More
Kanye West Hints at Support for Trump in the 2020 Election: 'I'm Definitely Voting'
Rapper Kanye West is getting back into politics, and he is sharing, “We know who I’m voting on.” West was a vocal celebrity supporter of President Donald Trump before he took a break away from politics in 2018. However, he ended up letting everyone know in January 2019 through tweets, “Trump all day,” adding, “Just so in 2019 you know where I stand.” Though he did not vote — and was not… → Read More
Elizabeth Warren Tosses Support Behind Joe Biden for President
"He knows that a government run with integrity, competence, and heart will save lives and save livelihoods." → Read More
Trump Asked If He Would Consider Pardon for 'Tiger King' Star Joe Exotic Amid Crisis
"Is someone asking Trump about Tiger King during a White House briefing during a national emergency?" → Read More
Bernie Sanders Suspends 2020 Campaign
He is bowing out of the race. → Read More
Trump Calls Mail-In Voting a 'Terrible Thing' While Defending Casting His Vote by Mail In March
The president is not the biggest fan of having more mail-in voting, despite casting his own vote the same way in March. Asked about his criticism of mail-in voting at Tuesday’s White House press briefing, Trump told reporters, “I think mail-in voting is horrible, it’s corrupt.” When pressed on how he voted in Florida’s Republican primary last month, Trump noted he did vote by mail because he is… → Read More
Rep. John Lewis Tosses Support Behind Biden: 'We Have a Choice, We Must Decide'
A civil rights icon is tossing his support behind former Vice President Joe Biden (D) as the former vice president continues to garner endorsements. Rep. John Lewis (D-Ga.) praised Biden as a “dear friend” and “a man of courage, a man with a great conscience, a man of faith” during a call with reporters in announcing his endorsement. “He will be a great president,” Lewis said. “He will lead our… → Read More
Biden Shares With Sanders He Is Moving Forward With Vetting Potential VP Picks
While Americans across the U.S. are being affected by the coronavirus pandemic, 2020 Democratic presidential contender Joe Biden is pressing forward in his campaign. Despite the Democratic party not officially having a nominee yet, Biden is telling Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) that he is starting his search for potential vice president picks and thinking about who he would like in his potential… → Read More
Melania Trump Speaks With Canada's Sophie Grégoire Trudeau Following Her Coronavirus Recovery
Two first lady’s are speaking after one recovered from having the coronavirus. U.S. first lady Melania Trump shared on Thursday that she reached out to Canada’s first lady Sophie Grégoire Trudeau to offer “well wishes.” Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau confirmed on March 12 that his wife had been tested positive for the coronavirus, as IJR previously reported. The prime minister then went… → Read More
Trump Says He Would 'Absolutely' Take Biden's Call to Discuss Coronavirus Response
"If he'd like to call, I'd absolutely take his call." → Read More
Massie Pushes Back on Bipartisan Criticism Over Plan to Force Recorded Vote
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) is pushing back on bipartisan criticism he received. Some of the criticism came from President Donald Trump, who suggested on Friday that Massie be thrown out of the Republican Party. “WIN BACK HOUSE, but throw Massie out of Republican Party!” Trump said. The bipartisan rebuke of Massie came as the Congressmember reportedly rejected a voice vote that would have… → Read More
Trump Gives Contrasting Response to Hannity on His Message to Americans From NBC Exchange
He had a different response this time. → Read More
Graham on Coronavirus Stimulus: If Bill Is Not Passed in Next 48 Hours, Lawmakers' Pay Should Be Cut Off
If Congress does not pass an economic stimulus package in the next 48 hours, lawmakers should have their pay cut off, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) says. On Fox News late Tuesday, the Republican senator spoke about the massive stimulus package, citing Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s (R-Ky.) comment that they were in “the 2-yard line” as he added, “But here’s the problem, there are 20… → Read More
'Morning Joe' Compares Trump and Boris Johnson's Response to the Coronavirus
MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” is comparing comments from two leaders regarding the coronavirus pandemic. In the show’s opening, clips of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and President Donald Trump were played against one another. The segment comes after the U.K. issued an order for people to stay at home in an effort to curb the coronavirus outbreak, Johnson said on Monday evening. This follows as… → Read More
Collins Says Dems' Coronavirus Response Is 'Delay, Delay, Delay': 'We Don't Have Another Day'
As lawmakers aim to come together on a third coronavirus relief package, Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) says there is no time for delay. The Maine senator addressed her colleagues from the Senate floor on Monday, the day after she criticized Democratic lawmakers for blocking action on the package proposed. She accused them of “playing with fire.” “I cannot believe that the answer to this crisis as… → Read More
Susan Collins Says Dems Are 'Playing With Fire' in Blocking Action on Coronavirus Relief Bill
Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) accused her Democratic colleagues of “playing with fire.” Her remark comes in response to Democrats blocking movement on a package that is Congress’ third effort to offset economic pains amid the coronavirus pandemic. Lawmakers are trying to come to an agreement when it comes to a third coronavirus stimulus package. However, on Sunday, Republicans and Democrats… → Read More
Biden Consults With Obama as He Prepares to Start Searching for a VP Pick Soon
"I have to start that vetting process relatively soon." → Read More
Graham on Stopping the Spread of the Coronavirus: We Will Starve It, Bomb It, Kill It
"We're going to starve it, we're going to bomb it, and we're going to kill it." → Read More
McConnell Insists the Senate 'Is Not Going Anywhere Until We Act' on Coronavirus
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) is insisting that the Upper Chamber will not be going “anywhere” until actions are taken regarding the coronavirus outbreak. “The Senate is not going anywhere until we act,” McConnell tweeted on Wednesday evening. He continued in insisting Senate Republicans are “here and ready to work” with Democrats and the Trump administration on this, adding,… → Read More