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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
MAGA Lawmaker Goes Public to Mock Marjorie Taylor Greene as the ‘Jewish Space Laser Lady'
Rep. Mike Lawler attacked fellow Donald Trump loyalist Marjorie Taylor Greene by referencing the unhinged 'Jewish space laser' conspiracy she shared online before entering office. The two MAGA Republicans got into a war of words on social media over a disagreement regarding changes to the state and local tax (SALT) deductions proposed under Trump's 'big, beautiful' spending bill. Greene landed the first blow by lashing out at Lawler for threatening not to vote on the GOP's mega spending bill unless the SALT deduction cap increases from the proposed $30,000 limit. Greene suggested that Lawler should fall in line, as his New York seat is a 'toss-up.' Lawler hit back with his own post on X, mocking the former QAnon advocate for her past antisemitic social media posts alleging that Jewish people were responsible for the 2018 California wildfires. 'Shockingly, the 'Jewish Space Laser' lady once again doesn't have a clue what she is talking about,' Lawler wrote. 'By the way, the reason you enjoy a gavel is because Republicans like me have won our seats. Good luck being in the majority if we don't.' Lawler is one of five House Republicans who are unhappy with the SALT proposals laid out in the GOP's spending package. A House Ways and Means Committee bill, which passed Wednesday following a mammoth markup session, increases the $10,000 state and local tax deduction to $30,000 for those making $400,000 or less. Lawler has warned he will not vote for the overall spending bill unless a higher SALT cap can be negotiated. 'With the median income of $118,882 in Lawler's district, the SALT cap of $30,000 should be an easy YES for Mike Lawler,' Greene wrote on X on Wednesday. 'The rest of America doesn't want to and shouldn't have to make up the difference!!!!! And Mike Lawler has a toss-up seat. 'What's the point in Republicans fighting to protect and keep re-electing 'Republicans' if they constantly undermine the agenda America voted for???' she added. Greene further attacked Lawler on Wednesday while replying to his post mentioning the GOP's slim House majority. 'Here is Mike Lawler claiming HE gave us the majority, NOT President Donald Trump!!! Did you all vote for Mike Lawler and his agenda??? Or did America vote for President Trump and his MAGA America First agenda?' Greene asked. While referencing their respective 2024 election results, Lawler shot back on X: 'MTG ran almost 10 points behind President Trump in one of the most Republican districts. I ran 6.5 points ahead of President Trump in a district won by Kamala Harris. I'm one of only three Republicans in a district won by Harris. 'I know math is difficult, but: 220 - 3 = 217.' This is not the first time Greene and Lawler have engaged in a public spat. In May 2024, Lawler attacked Greene over her attempts to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson via a motion to vacate. 'Moscow Marjorie has lost her mind—clearly the result of a space laser,' Lawler said in a statement. 'I will continue to push back against the lunacy and be a voice of sanity in a sea of chaos.'
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Congressman Clay Higgins announced he will not run for Senator in 2026
LOUISIANA (KLFY) — Congressman Clay Higgins has announced he will not run for Senator of Louisiana in 2026. Senator Bill Cassidy's seat is up for re-election next year. Many expected Congressman Clay Higgins would campaign for this position but earlier today, Higgins released a statement where he expressed his intent to stay in the House. 'Now, it is considered determination that, current engagement in the House being incredibly significant, it may be ultimately beneficial to the Republic that I remain in service to the MAGA America First agenda as a senior Republican in the House of Representative.' Higgins said. Higgins was elected to Congress in 2016. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Higgins said he respects Senator Bill Cassidy and wishes the best for whoever takes the seat in the future. 'There are several American Patriots of distinguished accomplishment who will vie for the United States Senate seat currently held by Dr. Bill Cassidy, whose service to our Nation within the Senate seems to have soon reached a conclusion.' Higgins said. 'I respect the Senator, I thank him for his service, and I wish him well.' Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming has announced he will see the Senate seat. Cassidy has also made it clear he will run for re-election. Benadryl bottles recalled over risk of child poisoning President Trump presses Federal Reserve to cut rates Officer-involved shooting in Alexandria under investigation Congressman Clay Higgins announced he will not run for Senator in 2026 Landry merges homeland security agency with Louisiana National Guard Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
20-03-2025
- Politics
- The Hill
Higgins turns down run for Cassidy's Louisiana Senate seat
Rep. Clay Higgins (R-La.) will not run for Sen. Bill Cassidy's (R-La.) seat next year after raising speculation that he might, he announced Thursday. Higgins noted several polls from the GOP Trafalgar Group that indicated Republicans in the state wanted to see him run for the seat and that he had received encouragement to launch a bid. 'For the past year, because so many Patriots privately encouraged me to seek the Senate seat surely to be strongly contested in 2026, I have calmly studied a potential transition of my Congressional service from the People's House to the esteemed Senate,' he said in a statement posted on X. 'Now, it is my considered determination that current engagement in the House being incredibly significant, it may be ultimately more beneficial to the Republic that I remain in service to the MAGA America First agenda as a senior Republican in the House of Representatives,' he continued. Higgins, in his fifth House term, suggested that if he were to serve in the Senate, 'I would no doubt be forced to avert my focused attention from the battles I am currently engaged in, battles that require my very unique set of skills.' The move clears a lane for Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming to run to the right of Cassidy, a moderate GOP lawmaker, in the 2026 Senate election. Cassidy's seat is rated 'solid Republican' by the nonpartisan election handicapper Cook Political Report, though Cassidy's reelection is far from certain, particularly as one of the few remaining Senate Republicans who voted to convict President Trump in 2021. Despite the pushback Cassidy has received from some Republicans, Higgins said in his statement that he respected Cassidy and thanked him for his service. 'I have no lack of love for my fellow man, and Senator Cassidy is no exception to that fact,' Higgins said.
