A bipartisan House voted to reject Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's motion to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. The resolution was referred to the House Homeland Security Committee, effectively dismissing the effort.

RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel deflects blame for recent election losses, dismissing critics as ignorant of her role. McDaniel shares her perspective on the losses, defending the RNC's position in an interview on Meet the Press.

Trump's adversaries in the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination hoped to gain attention during the Miami debate, but Trump stole the spotlight by holding a rally nearby. In his speech, Trump called for the Republican establishment to stop wasting time on weak candidates and focus on the challenges facing the nation.

Ohio disappoints Kayleigh McEnany as they elect to protect reproductive rights in the state constitution. Despite anti-abortion efforts, numerous states have seen their restrictions and bans on the procedure halted through a referendum by the electorate. “On the issue of abortion in Ohio tonight, we continue the losing streak in the pro-life movement,” McEnany told Sean Hannity. “Every ballot initiative has been lost post-Dobbs for the pro-life movement. As a party, Sean, we must, we must not just be a pro-baby party. That’s a great thing. We must be a pro-mother party. We need a national strategy… to help vulnerable women because the results of next year’s election could be determined by that.”

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds endorsed Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, hoping to inject momentum into his campaign. This breaks tradition as Iowa's leaders usually stay neutral before the GOP nomination fight. DeSantis, trailing Trump in Iowa, sees Reynolds' endorsement as a significant boost.

According to a recent poll, Donald Trump is leading Joe Biden in five out of six crucial swing states for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. In these states, voters have expressed concerns regarding President Biden's age and job performance. However, interestingly, voters seem to be less bothered by Trump's usual bravado and are more confident in his ability to handle the economy. The voter deficit for Biden ranges from 3 to 10 percentage points in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, and Pennsylvania. In Wisconsin, there is a potential 2-point lead for the President. It is important to note that all these states were won by Biden during the 2020 election.

New Mike Johnson (R-La.) advised Republican senators that U.S. military aid to Israel should be addressed independently, separate from a larger funding package that includes Ukraine, Taiwan, and the U.S. southern border. Johnson expressed support for aid to Ukraine but emphasized the need for reforms to enhance border security. He intends to prioritize the passage of an Israel aid bill followed by a Ukraine-border security bill. Johnson's focus on "Israel first" was underscored during the meeting with GOP senators.

Politics is often viewed as toxic, breeding animosity, division, and cultivating bitterness, anger, and cynicism. Many individuals opt out, witnessing how it transforms others into bitter, angry, and cynical beings, blaming politics for this change. On the other hand, there are those who become excessively consumed by politics, taking it far too seriously. Then there are those who use their privilege to bully others into aligning with their political views or dehumanize opposing parties due to differing opinions.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered a speech at a rally, accusing Israel of war crimes and showing support for Hamas. His comments sparked outrage from Israel and led to the withdrawal of their diplomatic presence. Erdogan also expressed Turkey's readiness to intervene in Gaza. The speech, circulating on social media, showed the crowd chanting for Turkish military support for Gaza.

Mass shootings at three businesses in Lewiston, Maine, resulted in at least 22 fatalities and 50-60 injuries. Authorities are actively searching for the suspect(s) while urging residents to stay indoors and follow safety precautions. The affected locations include the Sparetime Recreation bowling alley, Schemengees Bar & Grille Restaurant, and a Walmart distribution center.