McCarthy ousted as Speaker of the House as Democrats join GOP rebels

McCarthy ousted as Speaker of the House as Democrats join GOP rebels

by WorldTribune Staff, October 3, 2023 For the first time in U.S. history, the Speaker of the House has been voted out. Speaker Kevin McCarthy, California Repubilcan, was voted out of his leadership role Tuesday afternoon as every present Democrat joined eight GOP rebels in voting for Florida Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz’s motion to vacate. […]

Biden picks 9-11 to announce Iran cash for hostages deal as McCarthy green lights impeachment ‘inquiry’

Biden picks 9-11 to announce Iran cash for hostages deal as McCarthy green lights impeachment ‘inquiry’

Analysis by WorldTribune Staff, September 12, 2023 On the day that Americans were remembering the 22nd anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks by Islamic fundamentalists, it was revealed that Team Biden had gone against the long-standing U.S. policy of not incentivizing the behavior of terrorists by freeing up billions in assets for Iran […]

Impeachment ‘inquiry’? Trump predicts ‘oblivion’ for GOP

Impeachment ‘inquiry’? Trump predicts ‘oblivion’ for GOP

by WorldTribune Staff, August 28, 2023 House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Sunday said it is almost certain the House will open an impeachment inquiry into Joe Biden once Congress returns from its August recess. “If you look at all the information we’ve been able to gather so far, it is a natural step forward that […]

‘Not one’ Democrat attended House screening of ‘Sound of Freedom’

‘Not one’ Democrat attended House screening of ‘Sound of Freedom’

by WorldTribune Staff, July 27, 2023 Radio host Mark Levin said he missed his first broadcast of “The Mark Levin Show” in 21 years on Tuesday. Why? He was attending House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s screening of “Sound of Freedom”. While House members and guests gathered to watch the runaway box office hit, Levin said he […]

In bad week for Beijing, Taiwan wins three major statements of support

In bad week for Beijing, Taiwan wins three major statements of support

Special to WorldTribune.com By John J. Metzler, April 12, 2023 Taiwan’s vibrant but threatened democracy had a good week. After months of facing ominous political threats from the Chinese communists which may eventually culminate in Beijing’s invasion of the self-governing island, Taiwan seemed sure footed diplomatically with a little help from its friends. Taiwan’s President […]

Trump praises rebels at private speech: ‘They were fed up’

Trump praises rebels at private speech: ‘They were fed up’

by WorldTribune Staff, January 8, 2023 The 20 Republicans who initially rebelled against Rep. Kevin McCarthy’s election to Speaker of the House were praised by former President Donald Trump for standing strong for American First conservatism. “I want to give credit to Matt Gaetz, and all of the people that we’ve got,” Trump said during […]

Congress can’t act without a speaker: Is that bad news?

Congress can’t act without a speaker: Is that bad news?

by WorldTribune Staff, January 5, 2023 On no! The legislative branch of the U.S. government is paralyzed. Take us to Defcon 4. CNN warned: “The lack of a new speaker has ground House business to a halt.” The Washington Post blared: “The House itself remained in limbo, with no action until a speaker is elected.” […]

Biden wants $37 billion more for Ukraine

Biden wants $37 billion more for Ukraine

by WorldTribune Staff, November 17, 2022 Joe Biden is calling on Congress to approve another $37.7 billion in aid to Ukraine for the war effort against Russia. Biden’s proposed new round of aid to Ukraine reportedly includes $21.7 billion for military, intelligence and other defense support; $14.5 billion to help keep the Ukrainian government functioning, […]

Not a fan: Trump advisor slams McCarthy, McConnell as ‘vipers within the tent’

Not a fan: Trump advisor slams McCarthy, McConnell as ‘vipers within the tent’

by WorldTribune Staff, April 26, 2022 As the 2022 midterms approach, the prospect of a Kevin McCarthy/Mitch McConnell “leadership duet on Capitol Hill should rile the base to action,” former Trump campaign advisor Steve Cortes noted. McCarthy and McConnell “align themselves with the optics of the America First movement … when they divine that it […]

McCarthy-Cheney on tape? We report, you decide

McCarthy-Cheney on tape? We report, you decide

by WorldTribune Staff, April 22, 2022 House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy rebutted reports on leaked audio where he told Republican leadership, including Rep. Liz Cheney, that he would call on President Donald Trump to resign following the events at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Cheney also denied involvement in the leak. MSNBC’s Rachel […]