Fox News Politics Newsletter: Mitch Bows Out
In a surprising turn of events, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., announced his retirement from politics on Thursday. McConnell, who has served in the Senate for decades and was previously the Senate majority leader under President Donald Trump, made the announcement on his 83rd birthday. McConnell stated, “Representing our commonwealth has been the honor of a lifetime. I will not seek this honor an eighth time. My current term in the Senate will be my last.”
The White House is abuzz with activity as a group of DEI workers have filed lawsuits to stop Trump’s executive orders. Meanwhile, Vice President Vance kicked off the country’s biggest conservative conference, CPAC. President Trump signed an executive order ending the use of taxpayer money to incentivize or support illegal immigration, a move that has been met with mixed reactions.
On the international stage, tensions are rising as Liz Cheney lambastes Trump over his handling of the Russia/Ukraine situation. Russian aircraft have been spotted flying in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone, prompting concerns about potential conflict. The Kremlin has suggested that another prisoner swap between the US and Russia could be on the horizon.
On Capitol Hill, wrestling mogul and Trump education pick McMahon has cleared a Senate committee in a significant decision. The MAHA caucus has pledged hearings into corruption within the public health sector, which they claim has been captured by Big Pharma. A top Republican is urging the new SBA chief to take “DOGE” actions against Biden-era electioneering and COVID loan claims.
In other news, a lawmaker who lost his son to suicide has warned the Senate that “Big Tech is the Big Tobacco of this generation.” Parents could see up to a $12,000 child tax refund under a new bipartisan House bill. College football country is seeking a key tax exemption for athletes to enhance recruitment and boost team continuity.
As the political landscape continues to shift and evolve, it will be important to stay informed on the latest updates from the Trump administration, Capitol Hill, and beyond. Stay tuned for more exclusive interviews and breaking news on FoxNews.com.
