Republican Obamacare Replacement Heads To An Apparent Final Showdown
The Trump Administration has issued an ultimatum, but the fate of the American Health Care Act is still very much up in the air.
Posts by Doug Mataconis
About Doug Mataconis
Doug Mataconis held a B.A. in Political Science from Rutgers University and J.D. from George Mason University School of Law. He joined the staff of OTB in May 2010 and contributed a staggering 16,483 posts before his retirement in January 2020. He passed far too young in July 2021.
House Republicans Struggling To Get Votes To Pass Obamacare Replacement Bill
With a vote tentatively scheduled for this evening, House Republicans appear to lack the votes to pass the American Health Care Act.
Gorsuch Has Another Good Day In Front Of Senate Judiciary Committee
More fireworks on the second day of the questioning of Neil Gorsuch, but his confirmation nonetheless seems assured.
Former Trump Campaign Manager Worked To Help Putin
More evidence of ties between the Trump campaign and Russian interests.
At Least Three Dead, Twenty Injured, In Apparent Terror Attack In London
An apparent terror attack outside Parliament in London.
Gorsuch Sails Through First Day Of Questioning
Day One of the questioning of Judge Neil Gorsuch went very well, and it suggests that his path to confirmation is basically clear of serious obstacles.
Trump’s Job Approval Numbers Hit Another Historic Low
Just about two months into office, Donald Trump’s job approval number are worse than any newly elected President since World War II.
Republicans Stick Their Heads In The Sand On Trump-Russia Allegations
Republicans in Congress are slavishly seeking to divert attention from wrongdoing by Donald Trump, or Russia.
FBI Director Contradicts Trump On Wiretap Claims, Confirms Investigation Of Campaign
Two big admissions from the Director of the F.B.I. today are likely to lead to real political headaches for the Trump Administration.
Britain To Trigger Beginning Of Brexit Process On March 29th
British Prime Minister Theresa May has announced that she will formally invoke Article 50 of the European Union treaty on March 29th, thus officially beginning a Brexit process likely to take years.
With Gorsuch Hearings Set To Begin, It’s Democrats Who Are In The Hot Seat
Judge Neil Gorsuch’s confirmation hearings begin Monday morning, but it’s Senate Democrats who are in the hot seat.
No, Donald Trump Isn’t Going To ‘Pivot’
Donald Trump isn’t going to change, and that’s bad news for all of us.
Trump’s Revised Muslim Travel Ban Blocked By Two Federal Judges
Two more losses for the Trump Administration.
Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates For Third Time In Fifteen Months
For only the third time since the Great Recession ended, the Federal Reserve Board has raised interest rates.
Rachel Maddow Hypes Trump’s 2005 Tax Return, But There’s No Real News There
Rachel Maddow hyped the fact that she had obtained a copy of Trump’s 2005 tax return last night. It turned out to be much ado about nothing.
Some Observations On The Debate Over Health Care And Insurance, Part II
Part Two in a series of observations about health care and health insurance in light of the introduction of the House GOP’s health care plan. This post examines several ideas advanced by conservatives, and the reasons they aren’t complete answers to the problems we face.
Senate Democrats Split On Strategy For Gorsuch Nomination
Senate Democrats are divided on how to approach the nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court, making it likely that he’ll be confirmed.
Congressional Budget Office Score Is Bad News For GOP’s American Health Care Act
The Congressional Budget Office delivered some bad news yesterday to House Republicans on their replacement for Obamacare.
Rep. Steve King Endorses Racist ‘White Nationalism’
Iowa Congressman Steve King is causing controversy yet again with his comments in support of far-right Dutch politician Geert Wilders.
Scottish First Minister Calls For Another Scottish Independence Vote
Scotland’s First Minister is calling for another independence vote in the wake of the beginning of the Brexit process, but she’s unlikely to get it.
Michael Flynn, Trump’s Former National Security Adviser, Was Working For Turkey
More conflicts of interest for the Trump Administration.
Trump Justice Department Tells Remaining U.S. Attorneys To Clean Out Their Desks
An unusual, if not unexpected, mass firing at the Justice Department on Friday afternoon.
Some Observations On The Debate Over Health Care And Insurance, Part I
Part One in a series of observations about health care and health insurance in light of the introduction of the House GOP’s health care plan.
South Korean President Removed From Office After Impeachment
South Korea removes a corrupt leader by peaceful means.
February Jobs Report Is Good, But Hardly Great
The first Jobs Report for the first full month of the Trump Presidency is out, but it’s nothing to write home about.
Jon Huntsman Tapped To Be Ambassador To Russia
A strong pick for what is likely to be an important Ambassadorial position in coming years.
Hawaii Sues Trump Administration Over Renewed Muslim Ban Executive Order
Hawaii is the first state to challenge the Trump Administration’s revised Muslim travel ban.
Policy Analysts From Left, Right, And Center Criticize House GOP Obamacare Replacement
Health care policy analysts seem united in their assessment of the House GOP’s replacement for the Affordable Care Act, and it’s overwhelmingly negative.
Majority Supports Independent Counsel To Investigate Ties Between Russia, Trump Campaign
A majority of Americans support appointment of an Independent Counsel to investigate Russian influence in the 2016 election and the Trump’s campaign’s ties to Russia, but we should be careful before taking this step.
Ben Carson: Slaves Were Immigrants
Ben Carson is back and he’s saying some pretty dumb things again.
Republicans Introduce Obamacare Replacement That Leaves Much To Be Desired
Whether you call it TrumpCare, RyanCare, or GOPCare, the Republican replacement for the PPACA isn’t very impressive.
Trump Lied, The Truth Died
Donald Trump took to Twitter again this morning with predictable results.
Trump Administration Issues Revised Muslim Travel Ban
President Trump has issued a revised ban on travel from six predominantly Muslim nations.
Supreme Court Punts Transgender Bathroom Case Back To Fourth Circuit
The Supreme Court has decided to return the case involving a transgender student’s right to use the bathroom corresponding to their gender identity to the Fourth Circuit rather than deciding it during this term.
Viewership For Live Televised Events Down Across The Board
Fewer people are watching live television events such as the Super Bowl and Academy Awards.
Pay For Play At Mar-A-Lago
Donald Trump’s “Winter White House,” which has effectively become a “Weekend White House,” is basically selling access to the President.
Janet Yellin Hints At Another Rate Increase This Month
Federal Reserve Board Chair Janet Yellin hinted strongly today that we’re likely to see another interest rate increase this month.
Reports About Contact Between Trump Campaign And Russian Officials Continue To Mount
Another day, another round of reports about contacts with Russian officials and people close to President Trump.
The Buck Stops Elsewhere?
A new Pentagon proposal would place more discretion in the hands of field commanders, removing the need for Presidential approval.
Jeff Sessions Failed To Disclose Contacts With Russian Officials
Attorney General Jeff Sessions apparently misled Senators when asked about his contact with Russian officials.
A ‘Trump Slump’ In The U.S. Travel Industry?
Travel industry experts are reporting a noticeable drop in international travel and tourism since Donald Trump was elected President.
Trump Administration Delays New Muslim Immigration Ban Order
The announcement of a new Muslim travel ban Executive Order has been delayed once again.
SpaceX Wants To Send Civilians To Orbit The Moon, By The End Of 2018
An ambitious plan to return men to the Moon in less than two years.
