Republican Party News
Featuring coverage of Republican priorities, legislation, and internal debates, this section examines how the party shapes U.S. politics from a conservative perspective.
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Senate Votes on Bill to End College Sports ‘Chaos’
The Senate has overwhelmingly passed a bill that aims to “protect, save, and preserve college sports in America.” The Protect College Sports Act, championed by Republican Sens. Ted Cruz of Texas and Eric Schmitt of Missouri, would place regulations on name, image, and likeness deals, known as NIL, set limits on athlete transfers, and ensure… -
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‘We Are In a Spiritual Battle for The Soul of Our Nation,’ Key Florida Rep Says
A top player in Florida’s political scene championed the Sunshine State’s legislative achievements during his time at Heritage Action’s Sentinel Summit on Saturday in an effort to motivate grassroots leaders across the country to replicate these examples in their home states while protecting the integrity of the conservative movement. “Understand what’s at stake, we are… -
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Ramaswamy’s Saving Grace? State Legislature to Return for Vote on Gas Tax Suspension
With Ohioans paying too much at the pump as Election Day approaches, both candidates for governor have suggested a gas tax suspension. The idea was raised last week by both Democrat Amy Acton and Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, with the latter seeking to act along with fellow Ohio Republicans. Although the state legislature was not set… -
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Alex Clark on What It Will Take to Make America Healthy Again
Do you really know what’s in your food? The Make America Healthy Again movement is top of mind for swathes of Americans concerned about what they’re putting into their bodies. To understand more about these Americans, I sat down with Turning Point USA’s Alex Clark, host of the “Culture Apothecary” podcast, and discussed the fight… -
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This Senate Race May Decide the Majority. A New Poll Shows Movement.
For the first time in weeks, longtime Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins is pulling ahead of Democrat opponent Troy Jackson in the November midterm election. All eyes are on Maine ahead of the election, as it could be the seat that determines which party holds the majority in the 120th Congress. The poll shows Maine… -
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Kevin Roberts Makes the Case for Keeping Conservatives in Power
Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts says Congress has delivered key policy wins during President Donald Trump’s second term on issues ranging from the economy to border security. Roberts joined co-host Larry O’Connor on the latest episode of “The Kevin Roberts Show” to tout conservative legislative accomplishments, which could play a decisive role in Republicans’ quest… -
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Tim Scott Seeks to Shut Down Birth Tourism Pipeline
FIRST ON THE DAILY SIGNAL—Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., is introducing legislation to end commercial birth tourism in the United States, a move that could cut off a pipeline that foreign nationals use to gain citizenship for their children. After President Donald Trump’s attempt to end birth tourism was struck down by the Supreme Court, Scott… -
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Always Watching: Congress Begins Investigating Flock Cameras
As Americans grow increasingly concerned about privately owned surveillance cameras, powered by artificial intelligence, spreading across the country by the thousands, senators are investigating whether they want to act. While the cameras were initially meant to provide safety, there are concerns from both parties that surveillance has surpassed safety. “This hearing is about a simple… -
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Massive Coalition of Left-Wing Groups Lobbied to Block the SAVE America Act
A vast alliance of mostly left-leaning groups lobbied to oppose the SAVE America Act, Republicans’ signature piece of election integrity legislation. Federal lobbying disclosures show that labor unions, LGBTQ+ advocacy groups, pro-abortion groups, and left-leaning advocacy organizations lobbied against the SAVE America Act during the second quarter of 2026. The legislation stalled in Congress this… -
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RNC Chair: Election Lawsuit Blitz Could Reshape Voting Rules for Years
FIRST ON THE DAILY SIGNAL—The Republican National Committee has about 179 active lawsuits across 37 states, a legal broadside RNC Chairman Joe Gruters anticipates will set rules beyond just the 2026 midterm election cycle. “When the president asked me to do this job a year ago, he said election integrity is a priority. The top… -
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China Panel Chair Plans Call With Rubio to Urge Release of Christian Worshippers and American Citizens
Congressional-Executive Committee on China Chairman Chris Smith, R-N.J., plans to advocate for the release of American citizens and religious advocates detained in China in a call with Secretary of State Marco Rubio ahead of Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s visit to the United States on Thursday. On Tuesday, the committee held a hearing that included the… -
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Karoline Leavitt Opens Up About What President Trump Taught Her
Karoline Leavitt shared the lessons she learned from President Donald Trump during her time working as White House press secretary in a sit-down interview on “Hang Out with Sean Hannity” Tuesday. “He [Trump] has taught me so much,” Leavitt said, “especially in my role as his press secretary.” The biggest piece of advice Trump gave… -
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The Most Surprising Number in New Midterm Poll
Even amid voter frustration over the economy and the Iran war, Republicans remain more popular than Democrats heading into Election Day. Republicans have a net favorability rating 8 points higher than Democrats, according to the latest NBC News poll. The GOP is viewed favorably by 36% and unfavorably by 49%, while Democrats fare even worse… -
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Vance Wants Senate to Pass Anti-Fraud Legislation, He Tells Daily Signal
Vice President JD Vance is involved in discussions with Senate leadership about advancing anti-fraud legislation before the end of the session, he said in response to a question from the Daily Signal. Vance answered questions from the press after announcing $2.2 billion in savings of taxpayer dollars due to the White House task force on… -
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Freedom Caucus Members Criticize Senate for Letting Over 600 Bills ‘Die’ While ‘Operating Like a Retirement Home’
FIRST ON THE DAILY SIGNAL—In the last week of the Senate’s session before the midterms, members of the conservative House Freedom Caucus are speaking out against the Senate for not taking up over 650 bills passed by the U.S. House of Representatives. The bills, which the House would have to reintroduce, include legislation to advance… -
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Jared Golden Joins Growing List of Democrats Endorsing Republicans
A Democrat may have just secured a midterm win for Republicans with one unexpected endorsement. House Democrat Jared Golden of Maine endorsed House Republican Mike Lawler of New York for reelection in an op-ed published in a newspaper in Lawler’s district Monday morning. Golden published a glowing review of Lawler and their history of working… -
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America’s Chronic Disease Crisis Is Largely Man-Made—and Reversible
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has done many things in a year and a half in office. But perhaps none is more important than highlighting our man-made chronic disease crisis. Modern life has brought countless blessings. Clean water, sewage systems, antibiotics, refrigeration, and more have tamed many deadly diseases. In the… -
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Both Parties Aiming to Lose the Midterm Election
This election is a contest to see which party can do its best to lose. Looking forward from mid-September, President Donald Trump’s Republicans seem to be well ahead at this. But the Resistance (or don’t they call themselves that anymore?) Democrats are putting up a contest. Second-term presidents tend to make political mistakes by doing… -
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Top Hispanic-American Think Tank Doubles Down on Efforts 15 Years After Its Founding
Fifteen years after its founding, the top think tank behind the mobilization of the Hispanic American vote is now intensifying its mission. In exclusive statements obtained by the Daily Signal during an anniversary gala on Tuesday, The LIBRE Initiative and its top supporters reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to limited government, the eradication of socialism, and… -
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Ben Cline Earns Backing to Lead Largest Republican Caucus in Congress
FIRST ON THE DAILY SIGNAL—The Republican Study Committee Executive Committee has endorsed Rep. Ben Cline, R-Va., to lead as the next RSC chairman for the 120th Congress, the Daily Signal has learned. “Earlier this week, the Executive Committee met with Representative Ben Cline to hear his vision to lead the Republican Study Committee in the…