3 more Indiana Republicans report swatting incidents amid redistricting push

Federal judges upheld several U.S. House districts in North Carolina that were drawn by Republicans in 2023, which contributed to the GOP gaining additional seats. The judges dismissed claims that the district lines unlawfully fractured and packed Black voters to diminish their voting power.

The L.A. Olympic organizing committee has added several new members to its board of directors, including prominent Republicans with connections to President Trump. This move was made public on Thursday as preparations for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles continue.

Senate and House Republicans are exploring various strategies to address the impending expiration of healthcare subsidies under the Affordable Care Act, with options including reconciliation and bipartisan agreements. The looming deadline has intensified discussions among GOP members as they seek a viable solution.

Tennessee Democratic candidate Aftyn Behn is facing criticism from GOP opponents after old comments resurfaced in which she expressed disdain for Nashville and country music. This controversy arises during a contentious special election for a Republican-held House seat, intensifying the political battle in the region.

Goderdzi Gujabidze, a 56-year-old illegal immigrant from Brooklyn, was taken into custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following a multi-vehicle accident in Boone County, Indiana. Elise Stefanik criticized Governor Kathy Hochul, stating that Gujabidze should not have been driving due to his immigration status.

Legislation aimed at restoring union rights for federal workers is set for a vote in the House of Representatives. This bill has garnered support from a bipartisan group of lawmakers who successfully obtained the necessary 218 signatures on a discharge petition, despite opposition from GOP leaders controlling the chamber.

The House voted to repeal a controversial provision included in a Senate-crafted bill that ended the government shutdown. This provision could have allowed certain GOP senators to claim up to $500,000 in taxpayer-funded damages. The decision follows bipartisan backlash against the provision, which was perceived as a potential financial windfall for lawmakers.

The House on Wednesday halted a resolution to censure Rep. Cory Mills (R-Fla.) and remove him from his committees due to various personal controversies. This decision followed days of internal conflict among Republicans regarding the punishment of fellow lawmakers, culminating in a 310-103-12 vote that referred the resolution to the House Ethics Committee.