The initiative backed by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna and publicly opposed by Speaker Mike Johnson has split House Republicans and brought floor proceedings to a halt this week.
"It’s not always the best idea to take somebody fresh out of jail and put them in charge of your trade policy"
Reflecting voter angst over President Donald Trump, Democrats scored major election victories in suburbs critical for rebuilding the state GOP.
In recent days, Gov. Ron DeSantis has repeatedly slammed state House Republicans, including during a Monday night Republican Party of Florida event at the governor’s mansion.
The Senate voted on a resolution to undo Trump’s tariffs against Canada on Wednesday, and some Republicans went on record opposing the president.
Republicans won special elections in two Florida Congressional districts. The margins of victory in the heavily-Republican districts were significantly narrower than in November.
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Senate Republicans are preparing to move forward with a budget plan that will enable them to implement President Trump's agenda, eyeing a vote later this week.
Democrats hold chin up after prevailing in Wisconsin's expensive Supreme Court race and doing better than expected in Florida's special election