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Fox News Politics: Musing About a Speaker Musk

As the Republican Party works to salvage the spending package and avoid a government shutdown, tensions are running high in Congress. House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing scrutiny over his handling of the situation, with calls from Senator Rand Paul to replace him with tech billionaire Elon Musk. Paul took to Musk’s X platform to pitch the idea, highlighting the disruption Musk could bring to the political establishment.

Meanwhile, President Joe Biden has set ambitious climate targets, aiming to reduce emissions by 61-66 percent in 2035 from 2005 levels. However, criticism is mounting over his perceived lack of leadership during the ongoing funding battle in Congress. Biden’s stamina has also come under scrutiny, with reports of officials noticing issues in his first few months in office.

In Trump transition news, the disqualification of District Attorney Fani Willis and her team from the Trump election interference case has been cheered by the former president. A new caucus, dubbed “Make America Healthy Again,” has been launched by Senator Marshall after a meeting with RFK Jr. Additionally, the Department of Justice is seeking to block Jan. 6 defendants from attending Trump’s inauguration.

On Capitol Hill, Senator Tim Scott’s Senate campaign arm staff has been revealed ahead of crucial 2026 swing state races. House GOP campaign chair is optimistic about the party’s chances in the midterms following a Trump victory. Speaker Mike Johnson’s future is uncertain, with Rep. Massie coming out against him retaining the speaker’s gavel.

In technology news, experts are praising a long-awaited AI report from Congress, calling it a thoughtful and forward-thinking framework. The DOGE Caucus leader, Joni Ernst, is eyeing a relocation out of DC for a third of federal workers. The impending government shutdown is looming large, with both sides digging in their heels.

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As the situation unfolds, stay tuned to Fox News for the latest updates on the Trump transition, exclusive interviews, and more on FoxNews.com. This article was written by Fox News staff and is a comprehensive overview of the current political landscape.

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