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Rep. Nick Langworthy Criticizes Democratic Efforts to Expand Supreme Court, Citing Threat to Judicial Independence

Rep. Nick Langworthy Criticizes Democratic Efforts to Expand Supreme Court, Citing Threat to Judicial Independence

Republican Study Committee Member Nick Langworthy (NY-23) has publicly criticized efforts by Democrats to expand the number of justices on the Supreme Court, arguing that such actions politicize the judiciary and threaten its independence. In an op-ed, Langworthy stated that these efforts, which he attributes to the 'radical Left,' aim to pack the Court with 'activist liberal judges' to achieve desired outcomes when decisions do not align with their political agenda. He highlights that Republicans are countering these moves with H.J. Res. 1, a proposed constitutional amendment that would explicitly mandate the Supreme Court to consist of nine justices. Langworthy notes that a significant majority of House Democrats voted against this resolution. He further connects this opposition to the rise of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), suggesting that their advocacy for a judiciary subordinate to Congress indicates a broader socialist agenda. Langworthy emphasizes that the Founding Fathers intended for ...

Missouri is poised to revert to former congressional districts after court rejects Trump-backed map

Missouri is poised to revert to former congressional districts after court rejects Trump-backed map

The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a new congressional map backed by President Donald Trump for Missouri's November election

Liberty Alumna Ruth Ward Serves as Chief of Staff for House Speaker Mike Johnson, Bringing Faith-Centered Perspective to Policymaking

Liberty Alumna Ruth Ward Serves as Chief of Staff for House Speaker Mike Johnson, Bringing Faith-Centered Perspective to Policymaking

Liberty University alumna Ruth Ward ('18) is currently serving as the chief of staff for House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), a role she assumed in October 2023 after Johnson's election as Speaker. Ward has dedicated over two decades to integrating a faith-centered perspective into policymaking discussions, a mission she continues on the national stage in Washington. Her journey includes working as Johnson's scheduler for three years, transitioning to a policy staffer and director of operations, and briefly working for Family Policy Alliance to advance biblical values through civic engagement. Ward's team focuses on ensuring the needs of Louisiana constituents are considered in national policy discussions, drawing on her background as a Louisiana native. She credits her Liberty education, particularly its focus on how worldview shapes policy decisions, for equipping her to apply her faith to her work on Capitol Hill.

A more perfect union? Congress has been the place where America tries to resolve its problems

A more perfect union? Congress has been the place where America tries to resolve its problems

It’s one thing to issue a Declaration of Independence, but quite another to stand up a working government

U.S. House Representative Jodey Arrington's District to Test New Redistricting Map in 2026 Midterms

U.S. House Representative Jodey Arrington's District to Test New Redistricting Map in 2026 Midterms

In the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, the congressional district of U.S. Representative Jodey Arrington, a Republican from Lubbock, Texas, will be among those tested under a newly approved redistricting map. This map, pushed through by Texas Republicans at the request of President Trump last year, aims to secure five new seats for the party in the U.S. House. After facing several legal challenges, the U.S. Supreme Court affirmed the map's constitutionality in December 2025. This election cycle marks the first time the new map will be in effect, with political observers closely watching to see if it results in a net gain for Republicans. While President Trump has publicly commented on six other open Republican-held U.S. House seats in Texas, he has not yet weighed in on the Texas 19th district, currently represented by Arrington. The broader Texas political landscape for 2026 also includes competitive races for a U.S. Senate seat and the governorship, with Democrats aiming to make significant inroads.

Representative Chellie Pingree Urges House Speaker to Sue Trump Administration Over Proposed Washington Arch

Representative Chellie Pingree Urges House Speaker to Sue Trump Administration Over Proposed Washington Arch

Representative Chellie Pingree, a senior U.S. House Democratic lawmaker and the top Democrat on the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior Environment and Related Agencies, has called on House Speaker Mike Johnson to file a lawsuit on behalf of Congress. The lawsuit aims to block the Trump administration from commencing construction on a proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington, D.C. The Department of the Interior Secretary Doug Burum announced plans to break ground at Memorial Circle, a site located between Arlington National Cemetery and the Lincoln Memorial, within two weeks. Pingree argues that Congress has neither appropriated funding nor granted authority for this project under the Commemorative Works Act. She asserts that the administration is bypassing Congress's appropriations power and authority, constituting a direct injury that a court order could redress. Three Vietnam War veterans have already sued the Trump Administration, claiming the arch would dishonor their military service....

Trump Administration Proposes Census Overhaul to Exclude Undocumented Immigrants from House Apportionment

Trump Administration Proposes Census Overhaul to Exclude Undocumented Immigrants from House Apportionment

The Trump administration has proposed a significant overhaul to the U.S. census, aiming to exclude undocumented and temporary immigrants from the data used to apportion House seats after the 2030 census. This proposal, set to be published in the Federal Register, continues an effort from President Trump's first term. The rule argues that the Constitution's requirement to count the 'whole number of persons' in each state does not necessitate including 'illegal aliens' as they are not considered 'true inhabitants' or 'members of the body politic.' The proposal also contemplates adding a citizenship question to the census questionnaire, a move that sparked a major court battle during President Trump's first term. Additionally, the administration seeks to reduce the demographic information collected about Americans' race and ethnicity, data frequently used to prove racial discrimination in redistricting and for other federal government uses.

Democrats Propose Supreme Court Reform Amidst Shifting Political Landscape

Democrats Propose Supreme Court Reform Amidst Shifting Political Landscape

As Democrats anticipate potentially regaining power in Washington, some within the party are prioritizing Supreme Court reform. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has indicated that dramatic Supreme Court reform is necessary, suggesting a variety of options are on the table. Proposals range from the Democratic Socialists of America advocating for the court's abolition or ending lifetime appointments, to calls for imposing term limits for justices, establishing a code of ethics, and even expanding the number of seats on the bench. Former Vice President Kamala Harris has supported expanding the court to 13 justices. These discussions come as public opinion of the Supreme Court has significantly declined, with a Fox News poll showing only 38% favorability, particularly among Democrats who are frustrated with recent conservative-leaning decisions.

Supreme Court rebuffs Missouri's push to use new US House map backed by Trump in November

Supreme Court rebuffs Missouri's push to use new US House map backed by Trump in November

The Supreme Court is rebuffing Missouri’s push to use a new congressional map backed by President Donald Trump in the November election

Republicans are making Muslims a campaign issue in the 2026 US midterms

Republicans are making Muslims a campaign issue in the 2026 US midterms

By Richard Cowan and David Hood-Nuño WASHINGTON, Sept 8 (Reuters) - Republican Vice President JD Vance called Abdul El-Sayed, a Muslim and a Democrat running for the U.S.

President Trump Demands Bombardier Build Aircraft in U.S. or Face Market Ban

President Trump Demands Bombardier Build Aircraft in U.S. or Face Market Ban

President Trump has issued an ultimatum to Canadian aerospace manufacturer Bombardier, stating that the company must build its aircraft on American soil or be barred from selling to U.S. airlines and buyers. This declaration was made in a statement posted to Truth Social, where President Trump asserted that his administration would no longer permit foreign manufacturers to supply key transportation markets without establishing domestic production facilities. He argued that the era of foreign aerospace companies using the U.S. market as a 'piggybank' while keeping high-skilled manufacturing jobs abroad is over. President Trump specifically stated that if Bombardier wishes to sell its planes to U.S. airlines and customers, they must be built in the United States. Bombardier, a Montreal-based company, produces high-end business jets, including its Global and Challenger series, and its regional jets are a significant component of short-haul routes across North America, often operated by U.S. regional carriers.

Federal judge temporarily blocks Missouri from using old House map after Supreme Court declined case

Federal judge temporarily blocks Missouri from using old House map after Supreme Court declined case

A federal judge in Missouri has temporarily blocked the state from using its old congressional districts in the November election, after the U.S. Supreme Court declined to get involved in the twisting and confusing legal battle