politics Archives | Page 16 of 59 | The Nerd Stash %

politics

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis responded on X to NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s 250th anniversary speech criticizing wealth inequality in America. DeSantis questioned why the U.S. would grant citizenship to those who appear to dislike the country. The post quickly drew strong reactions.

Politics

‘He Doesn’t Belong Here’: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Calls Out NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani After 250th Anniversary Rant

Anniversary surprise

Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback warned employers using H-1B foreign labor during a recent debate, urging them to replace foreign workers or face state consequences. The clip posted on X has sparked notable online discussion.

Politics

‘Fire Your Foreign Workers and Hire Qualified Floridians’: Governor Candidate James Fishback Warns 1,900 Florida Employers or Face State ‘Wrath’

Standard campaign fare?

California Governor Gavin Newsom posted on X claiming the state has recorded its lowest homicide rate in history while accusing Fox News of refusing to cover it. The message quickly drew skeptical replies questioning the numbers.

Politics

California Erupts in Skepticism After Gov. Gavin Newsom Touts Lowest Homicide Rate Ever: ‘No One Believes Your Lies’

Numbers don’t lie?

Indiana Residents Erupt After State 'Essentially' Criminalizes Homelessness With New Bill 'it’s a nightmare here'

Politics

Indiana Residents Erupt After State ‘Essentially’ Criminalizes Homelessness With New Bill: ‘It’s a nightmare here’

That’s a huge deal

Florida Rep. Randy Fine posted on X that he will not allow someone who wiped hands on the American flag to sit in Congress, urging Democrats to clean house. The video clip and statement quickly drew sharp online pushback.

Politics

Florida Rep. Randy Fine Faces Backlash After Vowing to Block Flag-Wiping Democrat From Congress: ‘What Are You Gonna Do About It?’

Power move or empty talk?

Washington DC usaf major calls for Trump impeachment

Politics

‘He’s a Hero, Trump’s a Zero’: Outrage as USAF Major is Arrested for Calling for Trump Impeachment in Washington, DC

Does he count as a patriot?

Politics

‘Tim Should Resign Tonight’: Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Sparks Outrage With Pardon of Convicted Child Sex Offender

deportation implications?

A video clip of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas speaking at the University of Texas has gone viral on X. In the lecture remarks, he argued that progressivism seeks to replace God-given rights with government privileges. The post is drawing strong online reactions.

Politics

Justice Clarence Thomas’s Texas Speech on Progressivism Sparks Fierce Debate: ‘This Must Be Stopped’

Old principles, new fight.

In a House Judiciary hearing in Washington, D.C., Sheridan Gorman's mother testified about her daughter's death in Chicago and directly addressed Democrat members of Congress. Her emotional remarks, including a striking bench offer, have fueled widespread discussion online.

Politics

Illinois Angel Mom Sparks Fierce Debate After Emotional Immigration Testimony: ‘Why Are Illegal Immigrants More Important Than My Daughter?’

Hit a raw nerve

Former Louisiana Rep. Mike Johnson Slammed For Reaction To Birthright Citizenship Order 'He's a terrible actor'

Politics

Former Louisiana Rep. Mike Johnson Slammed For Reaction To Birthright Citizenship Order: ‘He’s a terrible actor’

He didn’t need to do that

Mayor Zohran Mamdani Faces Backlash Over New York Budget Deal Approved Just Hours Before Due Date 'Florida's entire budget is less'

Politics

Mayor Zohran Mamdani Faces Backlash Over New York Budget Deal Approved Just Hours Before Due Date: ‘Florida’s entire budget is less’

That’s very last-minute

Minnesota Politician Previously Convicted of Assault Refuses to Cooperate With Officer 'Now, Marisa Simonetti…. WHAT did you do'

Politics

Minnesota Politician With Tarantula Assault Conviction Annoys Police in Viral Confrontation: ‘Anger in his eyes’

Good for her

Texas Residents Angry Over New Bill to Ban Mortgages for Illegal Immigrants 'Banking is a Privilege for Citizens'

Politics

Texas Residents Angry Over New Bill to Ban Mortgages for Illegal Immigrants: ‘Banking is a Privilege for Citizens’

Various opinions to be had

Sen. Raphael Warnock (D-Georgia) called transphobia “violence not only against humanity but against divinity” in a guest sermon. The video clip shared on X has sparked heated debate among viewers.

Politics

Georgia Sen. Raphael Warnock Calls ‘Transphobia’ an Offense to the Glory of God, Prompting Christian Outrage: ‘God Created Male and Female’

Divine disagreement?

Trending

Greg Abbott Sparks Backlash Over Texas $2 Gas Promise

‘Moving the Goalposts Again’: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Sparks Backlash After Deflecting on $2 Gas Promise

'I love the inflation' Citizens Angry Over Trump's Shocking Remark During Washington D.C. Hearing

Connecticut Rages at Republican Leadership as 63,000 Lose SNAP Benefits: ‘Are We Great Again Yet?’

Colorado Governor Slammed As Tina Peters Could Work in Elections Again: ‘I will never forgive Polis for this’

Florida Democratic Senate nominee Angie Nixon told an interviewer she has a track record fighting authoritarian governments and that voters shouldn’t be swayed by her recent DSA affiliation, calling for a “bold, unapologetic fighter” against Donald Trump. The clip is circulating widely.

‘Most Floridians Voted for Donald Trump’: Angie Nixon’s Anti-Trump Senate Appeal Sparks Debate Over Strategy

Greg Abbott Sparks Backlash Over Texas $2 Gas Promise

Politics

‘Moving the Goalposts Again’: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Sparks Backlash After Deflecting on $2 Gas Promise

Florida Democratic Senate nominee Angie Nixon told an interviewer she has a track record fighting authoritarian governments and that voters shouldn’t be swayed by her recent DSA affiliation, calling for a “bold, unapologetic fighter” against Donald Trump. The clip is circulating widely.

Politics

‘Most Floridians Voted for Donald Trump’: Angie Nixon’s Anti-Trump Senate Appeal Sparks Debate Over Strategy

South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott and host Kristen Welker clash over who owns today’s prices, with repeated “let me finish” moments and dueling inflation stats. Commenters are already picking sides.

Politics

‘Excuse Me, I’m Not Done Lying Yet’: Viewers Mock South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott for Blaming Biden on Costs Two Years Into Trump’s Term

Latest stories

More +

Washington Senator Gets Backlash For Blaming Rising Parasite Cases on Trump Budget Cuts 'Listen to yourself'

Politics

Washington Senator Gets Backlash For Blaming Rising Parasite Cases on Trump Budget Cuts: ‘Listen to yourself’

By Nat CollazoJuly 19, 2026

That’s really odd

Residents Angry After Todd Blanche Admits Not Knowing Who Wrote Trump IRS Settlement in DC Hearing 'Wish you would have pressed him about that'

Politics

Washington, D.C. Hearing Turns Tense as Adam Schiff Presses Todd Blanche Over Trump IRS Settlement: ‘Who Wrote It?’

By Nat CollazoJuly 19, 2026

That’s not what was asked

Texas State Representative James Talarico visited the Rio Grande Valley to support Cindy Banda, a mother of six battling breast cancer and facing tens of thousands in medical bills. In a video posted on X, he declared healthcare a human right and criticized recent federal cuts. The post is drawing sharp online debate.

Politics

‘No One Should Crowdfund Cancer Treatment’: Texas Rep. Talarico’s ‘Human Right’ Healthcare Pitch Draws Backlash Over Who Pays

By Paul EkeJuly 19, 2026

Human right or not?

Tennessee State Rep. Justin J. Pearson shared video from a Memphis Get Out the Vote rally thanking Reps. AOC, Ayanna Pressley, and Summer Lee as early voting began in Tennessee’s primary. The post has sparked lively debate in the comments.

Politics

‘We Cannot Allow You to Win’: Online Critics Reject Justin Pearson’s Campaign After AOC-Backed Rally in Memphis

By Paul EkeJuly 19, 2026

Same song, new verse

West Virginia Rep. Riley Moore posted on X about reports of China giving Iran targeting info for attacks on U.S. forces and renewed his push for the Stop CCP Visas Act. The clip quickly sparked heated online debate over U.S. policy.

Politics

‘Doesn’t the US Do That for Ukraine?’: West Virginia Rep. Riley Moore Blames CCP for Helping Iran Target American Forces, Drawing Sharp Pushback

By Paul EkeJuly 19, 2026

China or not?

Thomas Massie Turns GOP Fraud Claims Back on Party

Politics

‘Why Are You Complaining About Election Fraud?’: Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie Says ‘We Won All the Damn Elections’

By Adanna EzeJuly 19, 2026

Massie’s not holding back

Backlash is mounting against a Georgia restaurant following its decision to host GOP candidate Rick Jackson, captured in a widely shared X video. Users are questioning long-held assumptions about party support.

Politics

‘They Believe They Own Black Votes’: Outrage Over Democrats Trying to Punish Atlanta Restaurant for Rick Jackson Visit

By Paul EkeJuly 19, 2026

Votes on the menu?

Haley Stevens (left), Israel's flag (right)

Politics

Michigan Senate Candidate Haley Stevens Faces Backlash After Voting Against Israel Aid Cut: ‘She Is Consistently Voting Against Our Interests’

By Gabriel PurezaJuly 19, 2026

Who will you vote for Michigan Senator?

A California parent posted on TikTok about being told a doctor’s office would restrict access to their 11-year-old’s medical records after age 12 unless the child consents. The clip, which references Gov. Gavin Newsom, has sparked widespread online discussion on parental rights.

Politics

‘Handing Control to Minors’: California Policy Under Newsom Sparks Backlash as Parents Lose Access to Medical Records Unless Child Approves

By Paul EkeJuly 18, 2026

Parents left in the dark?

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker posted a video on X claiming his administration is making life more affordable by lowering homeowners insurance costs and fixing roads and bridges. The clip has sparked sharp online pushback from users who say taxes and expenses have only risen.

Politics

‘Lies Big Fat Lies’: Gov. JB Pritzker Claims Lower Homeowners Insurance Costs in Illinois as Critics Blast Skyrocketing Taxes

By Paul EkeJuly 18, 2026

Critics weigh in.