Republican allies
Coverage of Republican allies in the Nexus archive.
- After Democratic Shake-Up, Susan Collins Holds Enormous Cash Edge in Maine
Senator Susan Collins’s campaign and its Republican allies have reserved about $60 million in airtime through the fall, giving her a significant financial advantage in Maine amid a Democratic shake-up.
- Inside Trump's biggest South Carolina gamble yet: The Oval Office gut decision to back Lindsey Graham's sister … and why even Republican allies are concerned
Trump's decision to support Lindsey Graham's sister in South Carolina has raised concerns among Republican allies, marking a significant political gamble. The move highlights tensions within the party over strategic choices.
- Trump administration rolls back a key protection for imperiled wildlife
The Trump administration finalized a rule changing how the Endangered Species Act is enforced, narrowing the definition of 'harm' to allow activities like oil drilling and logging in critical wildlife habitats. Environmentalists argue this could accelerate species extinction, while industry and Republican allies claim it corrects overreach and supports economic growth. The change follows a 2024 Supreme Court decision limiting federal agency authority.
- Congress weighs cuts to states’ already ‘insufficient’ election security dollars
Congress is considering further cuts to election security funding despite concerns over insufficient resources. President Donald Trump and Republican allies advocate for voting restrictions, while the U.S. Election Assistance Commission's grant funding has declined significantly since 2018. The SAVE America Act, requiring voter ID and citizenship proof, faces Senate opposition.