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July 8, 2025 at 6:36 PM

After Trump's endorsement, Pennsylvania Rep. Meuser won't challenge Shapiro: Sources

Meuser has recently told associates he will not enter the race to challenge Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, sources said.
July 8, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Rep. Dan Meuser leaves a meeting of the House Republican Conference at the Capitol Hill Club, June 10, 2025.
July 7, 2025 at 5:55 AM

Deep-blue Arizona district up for grabs as Grijalva steps down

Five Democrats and three Republicans are running in a July 15 primary election in southern Arizona to succeed the late Democratic Rep. Raúl Grijalva
July 7, 2025 at 5:55 AM
From left to right; Daniel Butierez, Jorge Rivas and Jimmy Rodriguez during the Republican primary debate inside the Arizona Public Media studio in Tucson, Ariz., June 9, 2025. (Mamta Popat/Arizona Daily Star via AP)
July 4, 2025 at 11:03 PM

Trump megabill: Who will benefit in midterms -- Republicans or Democrats?

Republicans see a lot to celebrate, but Democrats are hoping to build momentum leading into the 2026 midterms.
July 4, 2025 at 11:03 PM
President Donald Trump talks to reporters before boarding Air Force One, July 3, 2025, at Joint Base Andrews, Md.
July 3, 2025 at 10:29 PM

The 2 House Republicans who voted no on Trump's sweeping domestic policy bill

President Donald Trump's major tax cut and spending bill passed the House on Thursday, but not without some Republican opposition.
July 3, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick in Washington, May 9, 2024 and Rep Thomas Massie in Washington, June 27, 2025.
July 3, 2025 at 9:28 PM

Republican megabill will mean higher health costs for many Americans

New GOP healthcare legislation cuts $1 trillion in federal spending, affecting Medicaid, ACA coverage, and immigrant benefits.
July 3, 2025 at 9:28 PM
An ambulance operated by American Medical Response (AMR), on contract for Washington DC Fire and EMS, responds near the Capitol, June 28, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
July 3, 2025 at 8:17 PM

Republicans will ‘be punished in the upcoming elections,’ Rep. Greg Stanton says

Democratic Rep. Greg Stanton joined ABC News Live to react to the GOP megabill passing the House and heading to President Donald Trump’s desk.
July 3, 2025 at 8:17 PM
VIDEO: Republicans will ‘be punished in the upcoming elections,’ Rep. Greg Stanton says
July 3, 2025 at 4:34 PM

Holdouts say Trump promised he'd 'make the bill better' in the future

While there were no changes made to Trump’s megabill after it came back from the Senate, some House Republican holdouts said Trump made promises to get their votes.
July 3, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Rep. Ralph Norman speaks to reporters following his White House meeting as Republicans work to push President Donald Trump's signature bill of tax breaks and spending cuts across the finish line in Washington, July 2, 2025.
July 3, 2025 at 9:38 AM

Rep. Bacon backs Trump tax bill despite Medicaid changes, urges House GOP support

Rep. Don Bacon defended Trump's $4 trillion tax bill, arguing its middle-class benefits while addressing GOP concerns over Medicaid cuts and mounting deficit fears.
July 3, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Rep. Don Bacon walks to a vote, May 14, 2025, on Capitol Hill.
July 3, 2025 at 5:09 AM

GOP Rep. Don Bacon says he has to ‘weigh’ Trump megabill in its totality

ABC News’ Linsey Davis is joined by Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) discussing where he stands on Trump’s megabill as Republicans try to secure enough votes to pass it in the House.
July 3, 2025 at 5:09 AM
VIDEO: GOP Rep. Don Bacon says he has to ‘weigh’ Trump megabill in its totality
July 2, 2025 at 9:35 PM

House at standstill as GOP tries to secure megabill votes

A procedural vote in the House was set for five minutes but has been open for nearly an hour. The delay comes as GOP hardliners have expressed unhappiness with the Senate-passed version of the bill.
July 2, 2025 at 9:35 PM
VIDEO: House at standstill as GOP tries to secure megabill votes
July 2, 2025 at 5:29 PM

As Trump pressures Republicans on budget bill, Democrats eye 2026 pickups: Analysis

The political fallout from President Donald Trump’s budget reconciliation bill may create openings for Democrats as the party rebuilds in the wake of its 2024 losses.
July 2, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Sen. Rand Paul, Sen. Susan Collins and Sen. Thom Tillis at the U.S. Capitol in Washington.
July 1, 2025 at 7:29 PM

These are 3 key Senate Republicans who rejected Trump's megabill

The president's spending bill came down to the wire with three Republican senators ultimately choosing not to support his cuts.
July 1, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Sen. Susan Collins walk to the Senate floor as Republican lawmakers struggle to pass President Donald Trump's sweeping spending and tax bill, on Capitol Hill in Washington, July 1, 2025.
July 1, 2025 at 11:35 AM

Key Senate holdout says he'll vote for Trump's megabill

The Senate is plowing ahead toward a final vote on President Trump's sweeping tax and immigration bill, as Republicans rush to get it across the finish line by July 4.
July 1, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Sen. Ron Johnson speaks to reporters as Republican lawmakers work to pass U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping spending and tax bill, on Capitol Hill in Washington, June 30, 2025.
July 1, 2025 at 10:23 AM

Wisconsin governor, GOP reach budget deal to cut taxes, fund university

Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and Republicans who control the state Legislature have reached a deal on a new two-year budget
July 1, 2025 at 10:23 AM
FILE - Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers gives the annual State of the State address, Jan. 22, 2025, at the state Capitol in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)
June 30, 2025 at 8:29 PM

Will Thom Tillis' opposition to Trump's megabill win over Senate GOP colleagues?

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said many Republicans agree with Tillis.
June 30, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Sen. Thom Tillis takes the elevator at the U.S. Capitol Building, June 30, 2025 in Washington.
June 30, 2025 at 6:25 PM

Supreme Court to hear Republican challenge to campaign spending limits

The Supreme Court on Monday said it will hear a Republican challenge to limits on federal campaign spending in its next term.
June 30, 2025 at 6:25 PM
A view of the U.S. Supreme Court building in Washington, June 17, 2024.
June 30, 2025 at 6:16 PM

Trump reminds GOP senators of reelecton stakes amid debate over megabill

ABC’s Katherine Faulders breaks down the politics of Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” and explains how it will get over the finish line.
June 30, 2025 at 6:16 PM
VIDEO: Trump reminds GOP senators of reelecton stakes amid debate over mega bill
June 30, 2025 at 3:25 PM

Nebraska GOP Rep. Don Bacon won't seek reelection, cites political dysfunction

Republican U.S. Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska has announced he will not seek reelection next year
June 30, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., winks during a House Committee on Armed Services Chair hearing on the Department of the Army's Fiscal Year 2026 posture, Wednesday, June 4, 2025, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
June 29, 2025 at 11:21 PM

North Carolina senator says he will not seek reelection

Hours after defying President Trump’s spending bill, GOP Senator Thom Tillis announced that he will not seek reelection next year in North Carolina.
June 29, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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June 28, 2025 at 3:45 AM

Republican Sen. James Lankford discusses spending bill, birthright citizenship

ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos is joined by Sen. James Lankford (R-Okla.) discussing where President Donald Trump’s megabill stands and the latest SCOTUS ruling on birthright citizenship.
June 28, 2025 at 3:45 AM
VIDEO: Republican Sen. James Lankford discusses spending bill, birthright citizenship
June 24, 2025 at 12:29 AM

US strikes on Iran were ultimately 'the right move': GOP Rep. Tim Burchett

Tennessee Rep. Tim Burchett reacted to the strikes ordered by President Trump on Iran's nuclear facilities saying "I think history is going to be kind to this president on this decision."
June 24, 2025 at 12:29 AM
US strikes on Iran were ultimately 'the right move': GOP Rep. Tim Burchett
June 20, 2025 at 7:59 PM

Republican Party split over whether Trump should involve US in Israel-Iran conflict

President Donald Trump's consideration of bringing the United States into Israel's conflict with Iran has reignited tensions inside the Republican Party and Trump's base.
June 20, 2025 at 7:59 PM
President Donald Trump walks out of the Oval Office before boarding Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House, June 20, 2025 in Washington.
June 20, 2025 at 3:20 PM

How Black conservative leaders aim to build the next generation in Washington

The Black Conservative Federation is launching a two-day summit in Washington, D.C., next month aimed at uniting and elevating Black conservatives.
June 20, 2025 at 3:20 PM
President Donald Trump speaks with the media during a meeting with members of the Juventus soccer club in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, June 18, 2025.
June 19, 2025 at 12:53 AM

GOP senators largely line up behind Trump on Israel-Iran conflict

Senate Republicans largely lined up behind President Donald Trump's handling of the conflict between Iran and Israel, and said they trust the president’s judgment.
June 19, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Senate Republicans largely lined up behind President Donald Trump's handling of the conflict between Iran and Israel, and said they trust the president’s judgment.
1 month ago

GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno talks spending bill, LA immigration protests

Sen. Bernie Moreno (R- Ohio) discusses the “urgency” of passing the spending bill and his support for President Donald Trump’s military deployment in Los Angeles.
1 month ago
VIDEO:  GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno talks spending bill, LA immigration protests
1 month ago

White House, Texas Republicans weigh redistricting to protect GOP House majority

President Donald Trump's political operation has approached Texas Republicans about redrawing the Texas congressional map.
1 month ago
WASHINGTON, DC- MARCH 18: The U.S. Capitol Dome is seen behind the top of the entrance to the senate side of the Capitol on March 18, 2025, in Washington, DC.
1 month ago

Sherrill, Ciattarelli win New Jersey gubernatorial primaries

Voters went to the polls on Tuesday for New Jersey’s primary elections, which set up the state’s gubernatorial general election this year.
1 month ago
From left, New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer; Newark Mayor Ras Baraka; Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop; moderator NJ Spotlight News anchor Briana Vannozzi; moderator WNYC Morning Edition host Michael Hill; New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill; and former state Senate President Steve Sweeney attend the New Jersey Democratic gubernatorial primary debate, May 12, 2025, in Newark, N.J.
1 month ago

Could Musk-Trump feud stoke GOP divisions ahead of midterms? ANALYSIS

Even by the standards of President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk's relationship, it's been an unusual week.
1 month ago
President Donald Trump and Elon Musk (R) speak in the Oval Office before departing the White House in Washington on the way to Trump's residence at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida, March 14, 2025
1 month ago

Trump tries to shore up support for megabill among Senate GOP at White House meeting

Members of the Senate Finance Committee met with Trump at the White House on Wednesday.
1 month ago
President Donald Trump speaks during a press conference with Elon Musk (not pictured) in the Oval Office of the White House, in Washington, D.C., U.S., May 30, 2025.
1 month ago

Senate GOP plan to discuss spending bill as concerns grow

Senate Republicans plan to meet to discuss President Donald Trump's signature spending bill, according to two people familiar with the planning of the meeting. 
1 month ago
Senate Republicans plan to meet to discuss President Donald Trump's signature spending bill, according to two people familiar with the planning of the meeting. 
1 month ago

Trump’s funding bill faces pushback from some Senate republicans

Republican Rep. Russell Fry from South Carolina joined ABC News to talk about President Donald Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.”
1 month ago
VIDEO: Trump’s funding bill faces pushback from some Senate republicans
1 month ago

House Republicans propose 10-year ban on state AI regulations in budget bill

Chamber of Progress CEO and former Google U.S. policy chief Adam Kovacevich discusses the impact of no federal artificial intelligence regulations on the future of the technology.
1 month ago
VIDEO: House Republicans propose 10-year ban on state AI regulations in budget bill
1 month ago

Trump meeting with GOP senators in an effort to get budget bill passed

President Donald Trump met with Senate Majority Leader John Thune at the White House Monday, according to a White House official.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Trump meeting with GOP senators in an effort to get budget bill passed
1 month ago

Trump ramps up criticism of GOP Sen. Rand Paul amid push to pass funding bill

Trump is ramping up his criticism of GOP senators who are threatening to complicate the passage of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act."
1 month ago
President Donald Trump speaks to reporters in the rain after arriving on Air Force One at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 30, 2025. Sen. Rand Paul does a TV interview in the Russell Senate Office Building, June 3, 2025.
1 month ago

Trump ramps up criticism of Republican senators who could stall his funding bill

On Tuesday, President Donald Trump railed against Sen. Rand Paul in a social media post after the Kentucky Republican publicly criticized the House-passed megabill.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Trump ramps up criticism of Republican senators who could stall his funding bill
1 month ago

Trump's funding bill runs into Senate GOP fiscal hawks

Some Republican senators say they won’t support bill that increases the deficit.
1 month ago
President Donald Trump shakes hands with House Speaker Rep. Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune after  the National Prayer Breakfast in Statuary Hall at the U.S. Capitol on February 06, 2025 in Washington, DC.
1 month ago

'Well, we all are going to die:' GOP Sen. Ernst defends Medicaid cuts at town hall

Constituents at the Iowa town hall event raised concerns that proposed cuts to Medicaid under Trump's "big, beautiful bill" could threaten the lives of individuals who lose access to health care.
1 month ago
Constituents at the Iowa town hall event raised concerns that proposed cuts to Medicaid under Trump's "big, beautiful bill" could threaten the lives of individuals who lose access to health care.
1 month ago

GOP senators plan hearing on Biden's perceived cognitive decline

The hearing, slated for next month, will investigate "who was running the country" during Biden's "decline."
1 month ago
 Sen. John Cornyn in Washington, Dec. 19, 2024 and President Joe Biden in Washington, Sept. 30, 2024.
1 month ago

Rep. Mike Flood, R-Nebr., on getting booed at a town hall held in his district

ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke with Rep. Mike Flood, R-Nebr., about his raucous town hall where constituents expressed concerns over the GOP’s major legislative package.
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Crowd boos GOP Rep. Hinson at Iowa town hall over Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’

Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, faced a rowdy crowd at a town hall in Decorah, Iowa, as she praised President Donald Trump and the passage of the bill in the House.
1 month ago
Rep. Ashley Hinson, R-Iowa, faced a rowdy crowd at a town hall in Decorah, Iowa, as she praised President Donald Trump and the passage of the bill in the House.
1 month ago

Crowds boo House Republicans at town halls over Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

As Elon Musk pans Republicans' major legislative package this week, two House Republicans got an earful from constituents back home on the "big, beautiful bill."
1 month ago
In this screen grab from a video, Rep. Mike Flood is shown at a town hall meeting on May 28, 2025.
2 months ago

How the GOP tax bill could impact sustainability efforts

The multitrillion-dollar GOP tax bill would have detrimental impacts on sustainability efforts in the U.S., according to experts.
2 months ago
Plants grow through an array of solar panels in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., May 6, 2022.
2 months ago

Dems call GOP's 'big, beautiful' bill 'ugly' for hurting low-income, helping rich

Republicans are touting House passage of a megabill to fund Trump’s agenda as a win for Americans. Democrats slam it as benefiting the rich and hurting low-income people.
2 months ago
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer speaks during a news conference to protest cuts in the World Trade Center Health Program on Capitol Hill, May 13, 2025, in Washington.
2 months ago

House committee advances Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ for floor vote

By the slimmest of margins, House Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republicans passed the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" by a single vote of 215-214.
2 months ago
VIDEO: House committee advances Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ for floor vote
2 months ago

Trump meets with GOP holdouts as negotiations over agenda bill falter

House Republicans worked through the night and met with Trump to move a megabill advancing the president's legislative agenda through a key committee.
2 months ago
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson returns to the U.S. Capitol after a meeting at the White House, May 21, 2025 in Washington.
2 months ago

Critical meeting between White House and GOP holdouts over spending bill

Pres. Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson are making a last ditch effort to pressure House Republican holdouts to pass a bill full of the president’s campaign promises – from tax cuts to border security.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Critical meeting between White House and GOP holdouts over spending bill
2 months ago

What's in Trump's 'big' tax and immigration bill the House GOP is struggling to pass

Speaker Mike Johnson is scrambling for support ahead of a Wednesday vote.
2 months ago
With Speaker of the House Mike Johnson by his side President Donald Trump speaks to the press following a House Republican meeting at the U.S. Capitol, May 20, 2025 in Washington.
2 months ago

House Republicans divided on Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien reports on the holdouts to the budget bill that fulfills a laundry list of President Donald Trump's campaign promises from taxes to border security.
2 months ago
VIDEO: House Republicans divided on Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
2 months ago

Trump urges House Republicans not to mess with Medicaid: Sources

President Donald Trump on Tuesday morning turned up the heat on the more than a dozen House Republican holdout votes endangering passage of the bill.
2 months ago
President Donald Trump and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson speak to the press after a House GOP Conference Meeting at the US Capitol in Washington, May 20, 2025.
2 months ago

Trump urges Republicans to pass his mega spending bill, calls out 'grandstanders'

Leaving Capitol Hill on Tuesday after talking with House Republicans about his "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," President Donald Trump said, "it was a meeting of love."
2 months ago
VIDEO: Trump urges Republicans to pass his mega spending bill, calls out 'grandstanders'