Tag: Republican Party

"I respect Congressman Farenthold's decision and thank him for his service. Congress must work harder to hold ourselves to a higher standard, which is why the House took action to ensure this body is a safe and constructive workplace for all. However, there is still more work to be done," NRCC Chairman Steve Stivers said in a statement. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

NRCC says House must meet a ‘higher standard’ after sexual misconduct allegations

Anna Giaritelli · December 14, 2017 5:33 pm

With no looming threat of re-election, Rep. Blake Farenthold, R-Texas, knows he can hold onto his settlement money without facing any electoral consequences. But taxpayers deserve answers as to why they're still "on the hook" for that settlement. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)

Beltway Confidential

It’s time for Blake Farenthold to resign, not retire

Emily Jashinsky · December 14, 2017 4:56 pm

Unless something changes, this blight could spread out of Iowa and across the country. (AP Photo/ Evan Vucci, File)

Beltway Confidential

The two Iowa polls that could spell ruin for Republicans in 2018

Philip Wegmann · December 14, 2017 4:29 pm

Rep. Charlie Dent, R-Pa., made news again Wednesday, saying that he might even leave earlier to pursue a career on television. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Beltway Confidential

Don’t be a deadbeat, Rep. Charlie Dent: Why quitting early would be a dishonorable disaster for the GOP

Philip Wegmann · December 14, 2017 3:52 pm

A White House aide said President Trump's desire to protect the Republican Senate majority comprised almost all of the logic behind backing a candidate with flaws as obvious and explosive as Roy Moore's. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh)

White House not changing candidate endorsement process after Roy Moore loss

Sarah Bedford · December 13, 2017 8:57 pm

U.S. voters would pick a Democratic candidate for a generic seat in Congress over a Republican by a 15-point margin if the election was held this week. (iStock)

Democrats would beat Republicans 51-36 in hypothetical congressional election held today: Poll

Anna Giaritelli · December 13, 2017 8:26 pm

Democrat Doug Jones speaks Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2017, in Birmingham, Ala. In a stunning victory aided by scandal, Jones won Alabama's special Senate election. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Picking the lock in Alabama

Michael Barone · December 13, 2017 7:23 pm

Volumes of tax regulations are stacked on the dais as the House Ways and Means Committee begins the markup process of the GOP's far-reaching tax overhaul. When Congress is strapped for the expertise necessary to keep its members informed on legislative proposals like tax reform, special interests will fill the void, particularly when votes are forced under harsh time constraints. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

Beltway Confidential

Lobbying’s influence on the Republican tax bill shows why Congress needs more staff

Casey Burgat · December 13, 2017 7:12 pm

Tax Breaks for the Wealthy Make True Tax Reform More Difficult

Ike Brannon · December 13, 2017 5:38 pm

Bannon was nearly successful in dragging Moore to the finish line. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Beltway Confidential

So long, Roy Moore. Take Steve Bannon with you.

Siraj Hashmi · December 13, 2017 3:28 pm

A Republican lawmaker said former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon looks like a "disheveled drunk." (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Steve Bannon looks like a ‘disheveled drunk’ who needs to leave politics: GOP lawmaker

Anna Giaritelli · December 13, 2017 2:05 pm

Steve Bannon, former White House chief strategist, viewed Roy Moore as the linchpin of his plan to fan a populist insurgency against Republican Senate incumbents in 2018 primaries. (AP Photos)

GOP relieved at Roy Moore, Steve Bannon defeats: ‘We dodged a missile’

David M. Drucker · December 13, 2017 12:04 pm