Jackson Richman

Washington, D.C.

Washington Correspondent at The Epoch Times

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Divisions Remain as Republicans Steam Ahead With ‘Big Beautiful Bill’: What to Know

3 days ago | theepochtimes.com | Jackson Richman |Joseph Lord

WASHINGTON—As Republicans barrel full steam ahead with President Donald Trump’s “big beautiful bill,” several divisions over components of the package linger. Earlier this month, both chambers approved a budget blueprint that resulted from weeks of negotiations between the House and Senate, unlocking the reconciliation process being used to pass the package. In the coming weeks, the difficult work of passing Trump’s legislative agenda begins in earnest.
Schumer Calls on DOJ to Investigate Shapiro Attack as Possible Hate Crime

1 week ago | theepochtimes.com | Jackson Richman

The attack occurred over Passover, which Shapiro was observing by having the traditional Seder meal the night before. 4/17/2025Updated: 4/17/2025Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) has called on the Justice Department to investigate the arson attack against Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro. In an April 17 letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi, Schumer said that the attack was a federal hate crime. “Given the deeply troubling allegations that the suspect targeted Gov.
Trump Admin Reaches Agreements With 5 Law Firms

1 week ago | ntd.com | Jackson Richman

The Trump administration announced on April 11 that it has reached agreements with five law firms to represent causes they both support, such as helping veterans. These law firms are the latest to offer pro bono services to the White House. The administration has gone after law firms it says have taken stances at odds with Trump’s policies, such as practices relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
Trump Admin Reaches Agreements With 5 Law Firms

1 week ago | theepochtimes.com | Jackson Richman

The Trump administration announced on April 11 that it has reached agreements with five law firms to represent causes they both support, such as helping veterans. These law firms are the latest to offer pro bono services to the White House. The administration has gone after law firms it says have taken stances at odds with Trump’s policies, such as practices relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).
Sen. Michael Bennet Announces Run for Colorado Governor

1 week ago | theepochtimes.com | Jackson Richman

The current governor of Colorado, Jared Polis, is term-limited. 4/11/2025Updated: 4/11/2025Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) announced on April 11 that he will run for governor of Colorado. “Like most of you, my parents raised me to have the highest ideals for America,” Bennet said in his announcement video. Bennet said in the video that his mother, Susanne, survived the Holocaust, while his father, Douglas, served in diplomatic roles in the Carter and Clinton administrations.
House Passes Budget Plan to Advance Trump’s Agenda - The Epoch Times

2 weeks ago | prescottenews.com | Jackson Richman |Joseph Lord |Nathan Worcester

Photo: The U.S. Capitol on March 27, 2025. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch TimesThe House of Representatives on April 10 advanced a resolution that will allow Congress to move forward with President Donald Trump’s sweeping legislative agenda. In a 216–214 vote, the lower chamber approved the Senate-passed budget blueprint, in spite of lingering concerns among some Republicans of the potential financial impact of the Senate’s instructions. Two Republicans, Reps.
House Passes Budget Plan to Advance Trump’s Agenda

2 weeks ago | ntd.com | Jackson Richman

The House of Representatives on April 10 advanced a resolution that will allow Congress to move forward with President Donald Trump’s sweeping legislative agenda. In a 216–214 vote, the lower chamber approved the Senate-passed budget blueprint, in spite of lingering concerns among some Republicans of the potential financial impact of the Senate’s instructions. Two Republicans, Reps. Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Victoria Spartz of Indiana, opposed the package.
House Passes Bill to Require Proof of Citizenship to Vote

2 weeks ago | ntd.com | Jackson Richman

By Jackson Richman&Joseph LordThe U.S. House of Representatives on April 10 gave the nod to a bill that would enhance documentation and identity requirements to ensure that only U.S. citizens vote in elections. The bill, a Republican priority since well before President Donald Trump’s sweeping victory in 2024, was passed in a 220–208 vote that won the support of four Democrats and all Republicans. The bill, called the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, or SAVE Act, now goes to the Senate.
Administración Trump llega a acuerdos con 5 firmas de abogados

2 weeks ago | elepoch.com | Jackson Richman

La administración Trump anunció el 11 de abril que ha llegado a acuerdos con cinco firmas de abogados para representar causas que ambos apoyan, como la ayuda a los veteranos. Estas firmas de abogados son las últimas en ofrecer servicios pro bono a la Casa Blanca. La administración ha perseguido a las firmas de abogados que, según dice, adoptaron posturas contrarias a las políticas de Trump, como las prácticas relacionadas con la diversidad, la equidad y la inclusión (DEI).
Trump Suspends Security Clearances Held by Employees at Law Firm Susman Godfrey

2 weeks ago | theepochtimes.com | Jackson Richman

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on April 9 blocking law firm Susman Godfrey from accessing government resources and buildings. Susman Godfrey, which represents Dominion Voting Systems in defamation lawsuits against Trump’s former personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani, is the latest law firm targeted by the administration. The previous executive orders prohibited the firms from doing business with the U.S. government. Some of the firms reached settlements with the administration.