📰 Interior cancels $14M annual fishing grant cited in Fox report after DOGE highlights Disney ads, salaries
The Interior Department canceled a multi-year grant to the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF) after Senate DOGE leadership raised concerns about high salaries and questionable spending. The grant, totaling over $26 million, was intended for RBFF’s “Take Me Fishing” consumer campaign, which includes digital media, ads on Disney platforms, and mobile fishing units for urban communities. Senate DOGE Caucus Chairwoman Joni Ernst criticized the grant, highlighting excessive overhead costs and questionable contracts with Disney and media agencies. The Department of the Interior cited lack of alignment with program goals and responsible stewardship of taxpayer resources as reasons for canceling the grant. RBFF officials expressed disappointment over the cancellation, claiming their efforts have significantly contributed to the recreational boating and fishing industry, generating billions in economic impact and supporting thousands of jobs.
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📰 House leaders eye Wednesday vote on Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ as sleepless Senate drudges on
House lawmakers are considering President Trump’s tax relief bill, aiming for an initial House-wide vote on Wednesday morning. The bill is a key priority for the President, who wants it on his desk by Independence Day. The House Rules Committee is expected to review the bill on Tuesday, with a final vote potentially by Wednesday evening or Thursday morning. However, there are concerns among House Republicans about the Senate’s modifications to the bill, particularly regarding Medicaid and the national debt. Despite some opposition within the party, House GOP leaders are pushing for support and urging members to address concerns internally rather than on social media. The legislation, spanning 940 pages, covers various aspects including taxes, the border, energy, defense, and the national debt, with the Senate currently undergoing a “vote-a-rama” process with potential amendments.
📰 Trump’s 24th week set to focus on ‘big, beautiful bill’ passage ahead of Independence Day deadline
President Donald Trump’s 24th week in office is focused on Republican lawmakers rushing to pass a significant piece of legislation by July 4 to advance his agenda. Trump’s 23rd week saw U.S. military strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, leading to a ceasefire between Iran and Israel. Senate Republicans successfully advanced the budget reconciliation bill in a party-line vote, with some senators facing backlash. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer delayed debate by requiring the bill to be read aloud. The White House is engaged in talks with Iran following the military strikes, aiming for a diplomatic resolution.
📰 Rep. Steube slams Senate parliamentarian for gutting Trump’s legislative agenda
Rep. Greg Steube criticized Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough for blocking key reforms and tweaks to Medicaid in the Senate GOP’s version of President Trump’s bill, calling for her to be fired. Steube argued that elected lawmakers, not unelected officials like MacDonough, should make decisions on legislation. He questioned why Senate Majority Leader John Thune would not replace MacDonough with a Republican appointee. Steube expressed frustration that provisions passed by the House were being struck down by one unelected person appointed by a Democrat. President Trump supported Steube’s stance, emphasizing that unelected staff like the parliamentarian should not have the power to impact legislation.
📰 Trump reacts to Tillis not seeking re-election, sends warning to ‘cost cutting Republicans’
President Donald Trump celebrated Senator Thom Tillis’ retirement announcement, who voted against advancing his bill, on Truth Social. Tillis, a North Carolina Republican, announced he would not seek re-election in 2026, facing vulnerability in the upcoming election. A House Republican is eyeing Tillis’ Senate seat after his clash with Trump over the bill. Tillis criticized the lack of bipartisanship in Washington in his retirement statement. Trump threatened to support a primary challenger against Tillis for opposing his bill, with several potential candidates expressing interest.
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