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Congress paid tribute to Sen. Lindsey Graham at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, with attendees including political figures and international leaders. The event highlighted his support for Israel and Ukraine, and speeches emphasized his conservative values and legislative impact.

Congress held a tribute at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda for Sen. Lindsey Graham, with attendees including international leaders and lawmakers. Graham was recognized for his support of Israel and Ukraine, and colleagues highlighted his conservative values and legislative work.

Members of Congress and international leaders attended a tribute for Sen. Lindsey Graham at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on July 28, 2026, followed by a funeral service at Washington National Cathedral. Graham, a supporter of Israel and Ukraine, was remembered for his conservative values, advocacy for Ukraine, and role in the confirmation of Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. Vice President JD Vance and Senate leaders highlighted his bipartisan efforts and dedication to his constituents.

Congress held a tribute for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, with attendees including international leaders and colleagues. Graham, known for his support of Israel and Ukraine, was remembered as a conservative figure with a strong sense of duty. President Donald Trump was expected to speak at the funeral service at Washington National Cathedral.

Washington paid tribute to the late Sen. Lindsey Graham at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on July 28, 2026, with attendees including lawmakers, international leaders like Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and political figures such as former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. Graham was remembered as a staunch conservative who supported Israel and Ukraine, with Vice President JD Vance and Senate Majority Leader John Thune highlighting his advocacy and legislative work.

Congress held a tribute for Sen. Lindsey Graham at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on July 28, 2026, with attendees including international leaders and lawmakers. Graham was remembered for his support of Israel, Ukraine, and his conservative principles, with eulogies highlighting his dedication to his roots and advocacy. A funeral service followed at Washington National Cathedral.

The article outlines a six-stage model of party transformation, using the Republican Party's evolution under Trump as a case study, and suggests Democrats may be undergoing a similar shift toward socialism. It highlights how language and actions evolve through stages like 'recoil' to 'purge' and references Gallup data showing growing Democratic support for socialism.

Jack Smith obtained text messages from 44 members of Congress as part of an investigation into Trump's election subversion efforts, revealed by Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley. The materials, subpoenaed from Oct. 2020 to Jan. 2021, were shared with Trump's legal team during pre-trial discovery, with Grassley criticizing Smith's actions as politically motivated.

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy criticized Speaker Mike Johnson's decision to send the House home early, warning of negative consequences in November elections if Republicans fail to address internal divisions.

Hakeem Jeffries, the House Democratic leader, faces limited opposition from progressive candidates like Melat Kiros over his support from corporate PACs and AIPAC, despite claims of potential challenges. Jeffries emphasizes his reliance on small donor contributions and Democrats believe their majority could neutralize threats to his leadership bid.

Kevin McCarthy discusses President Trump's approval rating on economic policies, his decision to not sign a bipartisan housing bill, and Trump's recent financial disclosures.

In January 2023, the House elected Kevin McCarthy as speaker after a historic and chaotic 15 roll-call votes. Former top McCarthy aide John Leganski details the events in his new memoir, 'Glory, Grief, and the Gavel.'

Jenny Honeycutt and Mark Smith advanced in a GOP primary to replace outgoing Rep. Nancy Mace in South Carolina, requiring a June 23 runoff as neither candidate secured over 50% of the vote. Mace, who voted to remove Kevin McCarthy in 2023 and advocated for cybersecurity and releasing the Epstein Files, announced her gubernatorial bid. The S.C. 01 district, held by Republicans since 1981, will hold a runoff between Honeycutt and Smith.

Spencer Pratt's lead over Nithya Raman in the Los Angeles mayoral runoff race narrowed to 1% with a few thousand ballots remaining to be counted. Karen Bass secured a runoff spot with 34.8% of the vote, while Pratt and Raman trailed with 27.3% and 26.2% respectively. The slow ballot count, which continues past Election Day, has drawn criticism from the Republican National Committee.

Spencer Pratt's lead over Nithya Raman in the Los Angeles mayoral runoff has narrowed to 1% with a few thousand ballots remaining. Raman gained more votes in the latest batch, reducing Pratt's lead by 13,178 votes. The slow ballot count has drawn attention from the Republican National Committee and criticism from political figures.

Kevin McCarthy criticized California’s vote-counting process, echoing unsubstantiated claims of election fraud made by Donald Trump. He stated California voters are losing faith in the process as results continue to be reported.

Bill Maher expressed surprise at not disliking Spencer Pratt, a Republican Los Angeles mayoral candidate and former reality television personality, despite public expectations. Pratt's campaign has gained significant attention, with recent polls showing him at 22% among likely voters, and his campaign raised $2.72 million in fundraising. Maher noted Pratt's honest, outsider approach and lack of advisors during their podcast interview.

Kevin McCarthy, former Speaker of the US Congress, was driven out of office after a tumultuous period marked by tears, tantrums, and calls from Donald Trump. He is now in retirement. McCarthy's departure was a significant event in US politics.

Left-wing activists are criticizing the 2028 Olympics' safety plan in Los Angeles for relying too much on police and the Department of Homeland Security. The plan has sparked concerns among activists due to the DHS's involvement in immigration raids. The criticism comes from organizations such as the Fair Game Coalition and the Sunita Jain Anti-Trafficking Initiative.

FBI Director Kash Patel invited Rep. Eric Swalwell to an FBI interview after the California Democrat resigned amid sexual misconduct allegations, escalating their feud. Swalwell faces multiple probes and has denied the accusations, while Patel urged anyone with information to come forward. The situation highlights their political rivalry and ongoing investigations.

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy claimed President Trump has more executive power than former President Reagan. McCarthy made the remark during a talk at Harvard University’s Kennedy School, discussing democracy's future in the U.S.