Republicans
The latest on the Republican Party. Also referred to as the Grand Old Party (GOP), it is one of the two major political parties in the United States, alongside the Democratic Party. The current chairperson of the party is Ronna McDaniel, granddaughter of former Michigan Governor George Romney and the niece of Utah U.S. Senator Mitt Romney. Former President Donald Trump is the last Republican president.
Donald Trump risks turning Iowa into a swing state
Democrats and independents say Trump's cuts to Medicaid and wind power, plus a push for cane sugar over corn syrup, are alienating voters in this farm state.
The MAGA Meltdown Over Trump's Jeffrey Epstein Scandal | Opinion
The most striking feature of the Jeffrey Epstein drama is MAGA followers' shock at learning that Donald Trump was a longtime associate of Epstein's.
Pelosi says "release the files" after calling Epstein fallout "distraction"
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi weighed in on the fallout around the Trump administration's Epstein memo, calling it a "distraction."
Susan Collins dealt new polling blow
A new Morning Consult poll found Collins' approval at a "record low."
Democrats dealt redistricting blow in Florida as Texas GOP plans redraw
The Florida Supreme Court ruled in a case Democrats hoped could have given them an additional seat ahead of the midterms.
Mike Johnson reacts to Republican blowback over Jeffrey Epstein
House Speaker Mike Johnson has come under increased pressure from members of his party over the Jeffrey Epstein firestorm.
Steve Bannon rebukes "traitorous" Republicans
Florida Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar on Wednesday refuted claims that her bill provides amnesty or a pathway to citizenship for illegal immigrants.
How Republicans Can Prove They're Serious About the National Debt | Opinion
The Republican Party's unified control of Congress and the White House is on borrowed time.
Republicans Must Stop Blaming the Deep State | Opinion
Stop complaining. Republicans now control D.C.—so let's act like it.
Donald Trump's biggest allies split with him over Jeffrey Epstein
Some of the president's supporters have called for the complete release of the Jeffrey Epstein files.
Republican confidence in higher education jumps as Trump admin cracks down
The increase in GOP confidence breaks a decade-long trend of declining trust—especially among Republicans—in higher education.
Abigail Spanberger's chances against Winsome Earle-Sears in Virginia—Polls
A new poll showed Spanberger with a double-digit lead in the Virginia gubernatorial race.
GOP senators interested in shoring up policy Trump railed against for years
Some Republicans are eyeing an extension of a key policy of the Affordable Care Act that is set to expire this year.
GOP budget could increase energy bills for millions of Americans
Trump's "big, beautiful bill" has overhauled Biden-era renewables programs, which experts say will raise energy costs nationwide.
The Republicans' Disastrous Tax Bill Will Hurt My Constituents | Opinion
The "Big Beautiful Bill" that just passed the House and Senate and flew off of Trump's desk like a broadside will launch a thousand Democratic campaigns.
Donald Trump announces deal to end Republican revolt
The president has announced a deal with most of the House Republicans who derailed a procedural vote on a package of legislation.
Full list of Republicans backing citizenship path for some illegal migrants
Nine Republican House lawmakers on Tuesday signed on to the reintroduction of an immigration-related bill called the Dignity Act.
Trump's favored pollster advises Republicans to adopt Obamacare policy
Swing-district Republicans could benefit from supporting the ACA's premium tax credits, a memo from a GOP pollster found.
Donald Trump addresses Texas plan to boost Republican majority
Republicans currently hold 25 of Texas' seats in the U.S. House of Representatives, while Democrats have 13 seats.
Republicans are selling "Deport Zohran" Mamdani T-shirts
The shirts, sold by the New York Young Republican Club, come amid continual attacks and criticism from Republicans about Mamdani.
Full list of Republicans who blocked Epstein files vote
Seven Republicans voted down an ammenment to force a congressional vote over Epstein files.
The 1600: Tucker has a point
Editor's note: This is a preview of The 1600, Newsweek's daily newsletter by politics and culture director Carlo Versano.
Donald Trump considering eliminating capital gains tax: What to know
"I think it's going to be a great incentive," Trump said when asked about a bill that could eliminate a tax on primary home sales.
Republicans block vote to release Epstein files
Republican lawmakers have blocked a move that could have forced President Donald Trump's administration to release the files on Jeffrey Epstein's investigation.
Republican hopes of turning California red evaporating
The proportion of Republicans registering in the state has declined, voter registration data shows.
What's the GOP Budget Bill? A Big Betrayal of the Middle Class | Opinion
People in every corner of America will feel the effects of President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans' disastrous budget now that it is law. You deserve to know exactly what's in it.
How the media downplayed, then memory-holed, Trump's near-assassination
Almost a year after Trump was near killed in Butler, Pennsylvania, the American public still knows little about the shooter or the security failures of that day.
Exclusive: Former astronaut Terry Virts reveals plan to turn Texas blue
Virts, formerly commander of the International Space Station, is running for a Senate seat in Texas as a Democrat.
The 'Manosphere' starts to turn on Trump
Influential figures in the right's online culture are turning on Trump, frustrated by his immigration policies and unfulfilled promises to expose the "deep state."
Donald Trump's funding cuts face Republican resistance—can they pass?
"There is absolutely no reason why the American people should be forced to foot the bill for Sesame Street in Iraq," Senator Joni Ernst told Newsweek.