Eli Yokley

Trump’s Directive on Sensitive Leaks Reflects Voter Sentiments

President Donald Trump on Thursday said he has asked federal agencies “to launch a complete review” of sensitive leaks, some about the recent bombing in Manchester and others about investigations into his associates and Russia’s involvement in the 2016 U.S. election.

Amid Alleged Assault on Reporter, Public Opinion Favors the Press

House Speaker Paul Ryan said Thursday that Greg Gianforte, the Republican candidate for Montana’s at-large House seat, “should apologize” for allegedly assaulting a reporter. But Ryan stopped short of calling for Gianforte to drop out of the race or threatening not to seat him if he is elected.

Voters Still Trust GOP on Economy as Budget Relies on Big Growth

As President Donald Trump’s budget proposal got its first hearing on Capitol Hill, congressional Democrats and some economists on Wednesday panned it for relying on a rosy economic forecast.

Democrats Make House GOP Health Care Plan a Campaign Cudgel

Congressional Republicans’ pledge to repeal and replace Obamacare has proven a potent political weapon for nearly seven years. Now it’s being turned against them.

Ex-CIA Chief Points to Russian Election Meddling; Voters More Skeptical

Former Central Intelligence Agency Director John Brennan said concerns of Russian meddling in the 2016 elections are “well-founded,” noting attempts to influence Americans involved in and close to President Donald Trump’s campaign.

How Voters View the Countries Trump Is Visiting

President Donald Trump left Washington on Friday for his first foreign trip, a jaunt that will take him to five countries amid growing trouble for his associates and a plummeting approval rating at home.

Voters Favor Special Prosecutor to Continue Russia Investigation

A plurality of Americans support appointing a special prosecutor to investigate Russian meddling in the 2016 election and possible ties to President Donald Trump.

Americans Prioritize Small Business, Middle-Class Relief in Tax Reform

As tax reform efforts on Capitol Hill gain momentum, Americans say any bill should help small businesses and the middle class — and think the rich and corporations do not need tax breaks.

McConnell Sides With Voters in Favor of Deficit-Neutral Tax Reform

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said Tuesday any tax reform package that emerges from the Senate will not increase the federal deficit.

Mo Brooks Seeks to Oust Old Rival From Appointed Senate Seat

Rep. Mo Brooks (Ala.) announced his candidacy for Senate on Monday — a campaign that will pit him against appointed Sen. Luther Strange in a Republican primary for the second time in just over a decade.