Rep. Mike Lawler
Coverage of Rep. Mike Lawler in the Nexus archive.
- Security under scrutiny as WHCD attendees cite inconsistent screening before shooting
A shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner has sparked scrutiny over security protocols, with attendees reporting inconsistent screening measures such as paper tickets being the only entry requirement. While Secret Service and law enforcement swiftly secured President Trump and officials, critics highlighted gaps like unverified attendee lists and no checkpoints at the venue.
- Republicans rip 4 blue states for keeping taxes on tips, overtime after Trump reprieve
Republicans criticize four Democratic-led states—California, New York, Illinois, and Colorado—for continuing to tax tips and overtime pay, opposing President Trump's policy to eliminate such taxes. GOP lawmakers argue the taxes hurt affordability and working-class families, targeting governors like Kathy Hochul and Gavin Newsom as part of a political strategy ahead of midterms.