Josh Hawley

A bipartisan pair of senators launched an investigation into the gaming platform Roblox due to concerns regarding explicit content and its alleged connection to real world child abuse. Senators Josh Hawley and Dick Durbin sent a letter informing Roblox CEO David Baszucki that the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee is leading the inquiry.

Sen. Josh Hawley held a hearing to address concerns about 'surveillance pricing,' where companies use AI and personal data to set individualized prices. Industry experts warned that AI could accelerate such practices, raising alarms over personalized pricing models.

Sen. Josh Hawley held a hearing to address 'surveillance pricing,' a practice where companies use AI and personal data to set personalized prices. Industry experts warned that AI could accelerate the adoption of individualized pricing models.

Trump is indifferent to midterm election outcomes, focusing on strengthening his influence within the GOP through a pro-Trump Congress, leveraging pardons, and financial power. He aims to shape the 2028 election by controlling the Republican nominee and message, while potential rivals like Ron DeSantis and Ted Cruz are monitored.

Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment 111 times during a Senate hearing chaired by Rand Paul, who warned of potential contempt charges. Fauci remained largely silent beyond his opening statement, while Republicans questioned his refusal to answer basic queries about trivial topics.

Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment 111 times during a Senate hearing chaired by Rand Paul, who warned of contempt charges for refusing to testify. Fauci remained silent on key issues, prompting questions about the legal implications of his refusal.

Dr. Anthony Fauci is facing investigations in Alabama and Florida over his role in the COVID-19 response, with officials citing state law for potential accountability. Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing, but state representatives argue Biden's pardon does not apply to state-level charges.

Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right 111 times during a Senate hearing as Alabama and Florida officials announced investigations into his handling of the pandemic under state law. Sen. Tommy Tuberville argued that Biden's pardon does not shield Fauci from state-level prosecution, vowing to pursue legal action against him for alleged deaths in Alabama.

Cori Bush expressed no regrets after collaborating with Senator Josh Hawley on a nuclear radiation victims' bill, despite their political differences. The event highlighted their shared effort on the issue, even as Bush faces a rematch against Wesley Bell in her congressional race.

Anthony Fauci was questioned by the Senate Homeland Security Committee, where Republicans accused him of causing the pandemic and profiting from it, while Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment rights over 100 times. Democrats defended Fauci, emphasizing his role in saving lives, and a separate hearing addressed cyberattacks on Minnesota water systems.

Sen. Josh Hawley introduced legislation to prohibit federal employees from accepting cash prizes, citing Dr. Anthony Fauci's receipt of over $1 million during the pandemic. The bill, named the No Cash Prizes for Bureaucrats Act, aims to close loopholes allowing government officials to solicit awards while on duty.

Sen. Josh Hawley introduced the No Cash Prizes for Bureaucrats Act to prevent federal employees from accepting cash prizes, citing public records showing Dr. Anthony Fauci received over $1 million during the pandemic. Hawley accused Fauci of using federal employees to solicit awards, which Fauci declined to address during a Senate hearing.

Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment repeatedly during a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Republican senators criticized Fauci for declining to answer questions, while Democrats suggested the hearing aimed to entrap him. The hearing followed the release of Fauci's personal diary pages by Sen. Rand Paul, who indicated potential contempt proceedings.

Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee and invoked the Fifth Amendment repeatedly during a three-hour hearing about his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Senators criticized his refusal to answer questions, with some expressing frustration, while Democrats suggested the hearing aimed to entrap him. The hearing followed the release of Fauci's personal diary and a potential contempt vote was discussed.

Anthony Fauci appeared before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, repeatedly invoking his Fifth Amendment rights during a hearing on his handling of the pandemic. Republican senators criticized his refusal to answer questions, while Democrats suggested the hearing aimed to entrap him. The hearing followed the release of Fauci's diary pages and included a dramatic moment when his attorney attempted to speak without being recognized.

Anthony Fauci testified before the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, invoking the Fifth Amendment to avoid answering questions. Senators Rand Paul and Josh Hawley criticized him for alleged misrepresentations about the pandemic's origins and NIAID funding. Fauci received a 2025 presidential pardon covering 11 years of actions but remains vulnerable to future prosecution.

Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Congressional hearing, refusing to answer questions about his handling of the pandemic. He cited legal advice and the risk of criminal prosecution, despite having received a pardon from President Joe Biden.

Former Justice Department lawyer Elizabeth Oyer blames Missouri Republican Senators Eric Schmitt and Josh Hawley for hate messages and death threats she received after testifying against Todd Blanche, Trump’s nominee for attorney general. Oyer claims the senators misrepresented her clemency recommendations to Biden and shifted focus from Blanche’s nomination to her advocacy for commuting death sentences.

The U.S. House passed the Stop Insider Trading Act, banning lawmakers and their families from buying stocks and requiring public notice for sales. The bill faces Senate uncertainty due to Democratic opposition over excluded officials and attached provisions, including the controversial SAVE America Act. A separate stricter measure, the HONEST Act, is stalled in the Senate.

The U.S. House passed the Stop Insider Trading Act, banning Congress members and families from buying new stocks and requiring public notice before selling existing holdings. The bill faces Senate uncertainty due to partisan divisions and a controversial provision linking it to the SAVE America Act, which Democrats oppose. Critics argue the measure does not fully ban stock trading and excludes the president and cabinet.

The U.S. House passed the Stop Insider Trading Act, banning Congress members and families from buying stocks and requiring public notice before selling. The bill faces Senate uncertainty due to attached provisions from the SAVE America Act, which Democrats oppose as a 'poison pill,' and a stricter HONEST Act by Josh Hawley remains stalled.

Congress is debating a provision requiring defense contractors to seek Pentagon approval for stock buybacks and dividends, with bipartisan support from Senators Elizabeth Warren, Josh Hawley, and Mike Lee. Industry groups, including the US Chamber of Commerce, oppose the measure, calling it a federal overreach, while Rep. Chris Deluzio argues it addresses misuse of profits by defense companies.

Congress faces internal GOP tensions and bipartisan challenges over passing a government funding bill, risking a shutdown before midterms. House and Senate Republicans struggle to align on legislative priorities amid partisan gridlock.

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.

Erica Schwartz's nomination as CDC director faces opposition after a contentious Senate hearing where she failed to gain bipartisan support, with Senator Bill Cassidy criticizing her responses and potential political interference. Schwartz emphasized restoring trust in public health institutions through scientific integrity.

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.

Erica Schwartz, President Donald Trump's nominee to lead the CDC, faced skepticism during a Senate confirmation hearing where lawmakers questioned her commitment to science-based decision-making and transparency. Chairman Bill Cassidy criticized her preparedness and evasiveness, while Schwartz pledged to restore trust in public health institutions and modernize the CDC.

Erica Schwartz's nomination to lead the CDC faced skepticism during a Senate confirmation hearing, with lawmakers questioning her commitment to science-based decision-making. She emphasized restoring public trust in the agency through transparency and scientific integrity but did not secure bipartisan support.

Erica Schwartz, President Donald Trump’s nominee for CDC director, faced skepticism during a Senate confirmation hearing where she failed to secure bipartisan support. Lawmakers questioned her commitment to scientific integrity and transparency, with Chairman Bill Cassidy criticizing her evasive answers and expressing concerns about political influence.

Erica Schwartz, President Donald Trump's nominee for CDC director, faced skepticism during a Senate confirmation hearing. Lawmakers questioned her commitment to science-based decision-making, and Chairman Bill Cassidy criticized her responses. Schwartz emphasized rebuilding CDC's trust through transparency and scientific integrity but did not secure bipartisan support.

Erica Schwartz, President Donald Trump's nominee for CDC director, faced skepticism during a Senate confirmation hearing, with lawmakers questioning her commitment to nonpartisan science and transparency. She emphasized rebuilding public trust in the CDC through scientific integrity but did not secure clear support from Democrats or key Republicans.

Erica Schwartz, President Trump's nominee for CDC director, faced skepticism during a Senate confirmation hearing. Lawmakers questioned her commitment to scientific integrity and transparency, with Chairman Bill Cassidy criticizing her responses. Schwartz emphasized rebuilding trust in public health institutions and ensuring evidence-based guidance.

Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) are demanding Medicare Advantage insurers provide records and details about their use of AI to deny care. The bipartisan effort follows a government investigation revealing ongoing denials in the program, with lawmakers challenging insurers' claims of reducing barriers to medical services.

The San Francisco Giants faced controversy after players objected to wearing rainbow-colored 'Pride Night' hats, with some writing Bible verses or opting for traditional hats. Major League Baseball issued a warning, prompting a Department of Justice investigation and criticism from Senator Josh Hawley. Giants beat reporter Susan Slusser suggested 'bigoted free agents' might avoid signing with the team due to the fallout.

A memorial at the U.S. Capitol honored 272 children and young adults who died due to social media-related harms, with families, lawmakers, and advocates calling for safer social media legislation. The event, held on Social Media Victims Remembrance Day, was organized by two mothers whose sons died in 2020 from incidents linked to social media.

A memorial at the U.S. Capitol honored 272 children and young adults who died due to social media-related harms, organized by families, lawmakers, and advocates. The event marked Social Media Victims Remembrance Day, founded in 2023 by two mothers whose sons died in social media-related incidents. Lawmakers from both parties called for legislation to hold tech companies accountable for online harms.

A memorial event at the U.S. Capitol honored 268 children and young adults who died due to social media-related harms, including cyberbullying and drug-related incidents. The event, part of Social Media Victims Remembrance Day, featured bipartisan calls for legislation to increase accountability of tech companies. The display included placards with photos and ages of victims, organized by two mothers whose sons died in 2020.

The article explores Missouri Senator Josh Hawley's position within a political party that has long prioritized the interests of the wealthy. It questions how he aligns with the future of pro-worker conservatism.

Four members of the San Francisco Giants' pitching staff refused to fully participate in the team's Pride Night. Comedian Rob Schneider has offered to pay any fines the players might face. Democratic State Sen. Scott Wiener, Vice President JD Vance, and GOP Sen. Josh Hawley have commented on the situation.