Chuck Grassley

Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley eulogized a beloved vacuum cleaner named Beth. The vacuum has been in the senator’s family for nearly 50 years and was featured on his social media. He shared a post stating, “U willl see Beth no more.”

Senator Chuck Grassley announced the death of his vacuum, named Beth. The Senator is from Iowa and often posted about the vacuum's life around the holidays. He reportedly uses a social media platform with an irreverent style.

Senate Republicans confirmed Todd Blanche as the 88th Attorney General of the United States, marking a major victory for President Donald Trump and the rule of law. Despite full Democrat opposition, the confirmation process faced hurdles, which were overcome largely by Sen. Chuck Grassley, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee. His efforts ensured that the nomination proceeded successfully.

Jack Smith has been invited to testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee on September 22, as announced by Sen. Chuck Grassley. Grassley, the chair of the committee, confirmed the invitation on the social platform X.

Jack Smith, who brought criminal charges against Donald Trump, has been invited to testify Sept. 22 before the Senate Judiciary Committee. The invitation follows months of scrutiny into Smith's investigations, including obtaining text messages from 44 members of Congress and subpoenas for private communications. The committee aims to address Smith's actions during his tenure as special counsel.

President Donald Trump reversed his earlier declaration that the 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' was dead, vowing to restore it if two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, do not support his nominee for attorney general. Tillis criticized the fund as a 'payout pot for punks,' while negotiations over the confirmation of Todd Blanche remain stalled due to concerns over a lawsuit settlement tied to Trump's immunity.

President Donald Trump threatened to continue the Anti-Weaponization Fund if Republican holdouts Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis do not support his nominee for attorney general, Todd Blanche, causing uncertainty in the Senate confirmation. The fund, created by a lawsuit settlement providing Trump and his family with immunity from tax audits, faces opposition from Cornyn and Tillis, whose votes are needed for Blanche's confirmation.

President Trump threatens to advance a fund to compensate allies if two Republican senators refuse to support his attorney general nominee, creating uncertainty over the confirmation vote. The senators oppose the nominee due to a settlement that provided Trump and family with immunity from tax audits.

President Donald Trump threatened to continue a fund to compensate allies if two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, do not support his nominee for attorney general, Todd Blanche. The holdup stems from a $1.8 billion settlement fund that granted Trump and his family immunity from tax audits, which Cornyn and Tillis oppose. The Senate Judiciary Committee rescheduled a vote on Blanche, but Trump's renewed push for the fund has complicated the confirmation process.

President Trump threatened to advance the Anti-Weaponization Fund if two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, do not support Todd Blanche for attorney general. The fund, tied to a $1.8 billion settlement providing Trump immunity, has stalled Senate confirmation efforts, with the Senate Judiciary Committee rescheduling a vote amid ongoing negotiations.

The Senate Judiciary Committee rescheduled a vote on Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination to Tuesday, following a postponement from Thursday. The move adheres to procedural rules requiring three days of notice, but no agreement has been reached to secure the necessary support, particularly from Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.). President Donald Trump has not conceded to demands to revise a controversial IRS settlement agreement linked to the nomination.

President Donald Trump threatened to withdraw Todd Blanche’s nomination as Attorney General until Republican holdouts Sens. Thom Tillis and John Cornyn leave office. The Senate currently has a Republican majority but could shift to Democrats in midterms, complicating Blanche’s confirmation. Cornyn and Tillis oppose the nomination due to concerns over Trump’s tax lawsuit settlement, prompting Trump to consider delaying the process.

Sen. John Cornyn has sent the Justice Department a revised proposal to resolve a dispute over Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general, which hinges on modifying a settlement between President Donald Trump and the IRS. Cornyn insists the administration must commit specific language from Blanche’s testimony to writing, but negotiations remain unresolved as the Senate prepares for an August recess.

The Senate Judiciary Committee postponed a vote on Todd Blanche’s nomination as Attorney General after Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis demanded written assurances from the Department of Justice regarding a tax settlement with President Donald Trump and his organization. The senators expressed dissatisfaction with Blanche’s handling of the 'anti-weaponization' fund and the tax immunity deal, which absolved Trump, his sons, and the Trump Organization from future tax enforcement in the matter.

A vote on Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General was postponed after Sen. John Cornyn and Sen. Thom Tillis demanded written assurances from the Department of Justice regarding a Trump-IRS settlement. The senators expressed dissatisfaction with Blanche’s handling of the settlement and an 'anti-weaponization' fund, leading to delays in the Senate Judiciary Committee's approval process.

A vote on Todd Blanche’s nomination to become U.S. Attorney General was postponed after Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis sought written assurances from the Department of Justice regarding a tax settlement with President Trump and his organization. The delay followed failed meetings between Blanche and Cornyn over concerns about the 'anti-weaponization' fund and the tax immunity deal.

The Senate Judiciary Committee postponed a vote on Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination due to demands from Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis for revised assurances about a Trump-IRS settlement. The delay threatens GOP leaders’ plans to confirm Blanche before the Senate summer recess.

The Senate Judiciary Committee canceled a vote on Todd Blanche's nomination to lead the Justice Department due to opposition from GOP senators. Chairman Chuck Grassley postponed the meeting to avoid a potential failure for President Trump's nominee.

Sen. John Cornyn refuses to support Todd Blanche's confirmation as attorney general unless a DOJ settlement involving President Donald Trump is modified. Cornyn demands formal changes to an IRS audit immunity agreement and an anti-weaponization fund, with a committee vote pending and time running out for Blanche to comply.

Sen. John Cornyn indicates a Senate Judiciary Committee vote on Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination may be postponed due to disputes over modifying an IRS settlement agreement brokered by Blanche. Cornyn and Sen. Thom Tillis hold significant influence, as one Republican opposition could block the nomination amid Democratic opposition.

Jack Smith, a former Biden administration special counsel, was referred to the DOJ for potential prosecution after omitting material information about obtaining text messages of 44 Congress members through the National Archives instead of a search warrant during a congressional deposition. The referral stems from allegations of violating 18 U.S.C. § 1001 by providing incomplete testimony.

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee delayed a vote on Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general, with Sen. Chuck Grassley criticizing Democrats for opposing the nominee. Democrats, including Sen. Cory Booker, questioned Blanche's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files and his role in a controversial 'anti-weaponization' fund. The delay was attributed to committee practice, and the arrival of Sen. Darline Graham on the committee shifted the GOP-led panel's composition.

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee delayed the vote on Todd Blanche's nomination as Attorney General, with Sen. Chuck Grassley criticizing Democrats for opposing the nomination. Committee Democrats, including Cory Booker, questioned Blanche's handling of the Epstein files and his role in establishing an anti-weaponization fund. The vote was postponed due to Republican absences, and new member Sen. Darline Graham's arrival shifted the committee's balance.

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee delayed a vote on Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general, with Sen. Chuck Grassley criticizing Democrats for opposing the nomination. Democrats, including Sen. Cory Booker, questioned Blanche’s suitability due to his handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files and his prior work for Donald Trump. The vote delay and comments followed a recess due to insufficient Republican attendance.

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee delayed a vote on Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general. Sen. Chuck Grassley criticized Democratic opposition to Blanche, while Democrats raised concerns about his past handling of the Epstein files and an anti-weaponization fund linked to President Donald Trump. The delay follows a meeting where committee members addressed other business, including judicial nominees and subcommittee roles.

The US Senate Judiciary Committee delayed the vote on Todd Blanche's nomination for Attorney General. Chuck Grassley criticized opposing Democrats, while Democrats argued Blanche's past with Trump and handling of Epstein files made him unfit. Darline Graham's inclusion shifted the committee's balance.

The U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee delayed a vote on Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general, with Sen. Chuck Grassley criticizing Democrats for opposing the nomination. Committee Democrats, including Sen. Dick Durbin and Sen. Cory Booker, opposed Blanche due to his past as a Trump lawyer and handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. The committee's split was adjusted with the addition of Sen. Darline Graham.

A House Republican leader claims Jack Smith, the special counsel investigating Trump, may have lied to Congress about accessing lawmakers' text messages and referred him for possible prosecution. Smith's lawyers deny the allegations, stating his testimony about toll records was truthful and that the referral misrepresents the scope of his answers.

Rep. Jim Jordan referred Jack Smith to the Justice Department over allegations that Smith provided false testimony about accessing lawmakers' text message content during his investigation of President Donald Trump. Smith's lawyers denied the claims, stating his responses were truthful and focused on toll records, which do not include message content.

Rep. Jim Jordan accused special counsel Jack Smith of lying to Congress about obtaining lawmakers' text message contents during a Trump probe and referred him to the Justice Department for possible prosecution. Smith's lawyers denied the allegations, stating his testimony about toll records was truthful, while Jordan argued the responses were misleading based on newly released records showing Smith accessed 44 lawmakers' text messages.

A House Republican lawmaker referred special counsel Jack Smith to the Justice Department over allegations of false testimony regarding access to lawmakers' text messages during a Trump investigation. Smith's lawyers deny the claims, stating his testimony about toll records was truthful and not misleading.

Jack Smith, a former Biden special counsel, faces a criminal referral from Republicans after being accused of misleading Congress about accessing lawmakers' text messages during investigations into Donald Trump. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan claims newly released records contradict Smith's earlier testimony, while Smith denies wrongdoing and Rep. Jamie Raskin criticizes the referral as factually distorted.

Jack Smith, a former special counsel, faces a criminal referral from Republicans over alleged false testimony about accessing lawmakers' text messages during investigations into Donald Trump. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan accused Smith of obstructing Congress, while Smith denied wrongdoing. The referral follows released documents showing Smith's team reviewed messages from 44 lawmakers and Trump officials.

Sen. Josh Hawley criticized Sen. Mitch McConnell's team for lacking transparency about his health, emphasizing an 'obligation to constituents.' McConnell, absent from the Senate since a fall caused hospitalization, and the recent death of Sen. Lindsey Graham have left Republicans short on votes for legislative priorities. Hawley supported term limits but acknowledged some older senators remain active.

Sen. Josh Hawley criticized Sen. Mitch McConnell's team for lacking transparency about his health, which has led to his absence from the Senate for over a month. Hawley expressed concern about the GOP's slim majority and the impact on legislative priorities like the voter integrity measure, while also advocating for term limits in Congress.

Jack Smith's investigation into texts between congressmen may have violated constitutional principles. Chuck Grassley described the investigation as a 'runaway train with no brakes.'

Lawmakers are divided on implementing congressional term limits following recent health-related absences and deaths of senior members. Some argue voters should decide representatives' tenure, while others support term limits to prevent prolonged service. Recent events involving lawmakers like Chuck Grassley, Lindsey Graham, and Mitch McConnell have reignited the debate.

Lawmakers are divided on implementing congressional term limits following recent health-related absences and deaths of senior members. Some argue voters should decide representatives' tenure, while others advocate for term limits to prevent prolonged service. Recent incidents involving Sen. Lindsey Graham's death and extended absences of Sen. Mitch McConnell and Rep. Tom Kean Jr. have intensified the debate.

Corn growers and agricultural associations are urging the DOJ to investigate the fertilizer industry for collusive practices, citing exorbitant input costs threatening the agricultural economy. The letter highlights recent federal actions, including DOJ and FTC probes into companies like Nutrien, Mosaic, and CF Industries, and calls for stronger antitrust enforcement.

Todd Blanche's confirmation as attorney general faces uncertainty due to potential opposition from Senate Judiciary Committee members, particularly John Cornyn and Thom Tillis. Blanche denied concerns about a controversial fund, but Cornyn remained undecided and could influence the outcome. Senate GOP leaders aim to confirm Blanche before an August recess.