Jennifer Harper
Articles by Jennifer Harper
After debate, Republican National Convention is next big event
The debate between Donald Trump and President Biden was a red-letter date for news media and public alike. Now get ready for another red-letter date. "In less than 20 days, upwards of 50,000 delegates, officials, guests, and members of the media will flock to Milwaukee for the 2024 Republican National Convention," reports the event's Committee on Arrangements. Published June 27, 2024
The Speaker speaks, on the state of the nation and the presidential campaign
House Speaker Mike Johnson does not have promising news about the current state of the nation. He does have promising news about former President Donald Trump, however. Published June 26, 2024
Hillary Clinton sets out ideas in new book ‘Something Lost, Something Gained’
"Hillary offers her candid views on life and love, politics, liberty, democracy, the threats we face, and the future within our reach," said publisher Simon & Schuster in advance notes for the book, which is 352 pages long. Published June 25, 2024
Scalise releases details on week of House hearings
There's more happening in the political world this week than a presidential debate. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise has shared a lengthy list of activities in the House this week with Inside the Beltway. Published June 24, 2024
Bill for student-loan cancellations comes in — nearly $3,100 per household
"The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has updated its baseline estimates of how much the federal student loan program will cost taxpayers, and the numbers aren't pretty. The latest official estimates show that taxpayers will spend $393 billion on the federal student loan program between 2024 and 2034, or around $3,100 per household," advises a new analysis from Preston Cooper, who covers policy issues for Forbes. Published June 23, 2024
Media speculation on the Donald Trump veepstakes continues
So whom will former President Donald Trump pick for his running mate as the campaign season rolls on? The news media continue to fixate on the possible identity of the future vice president, complete with lists of favorites, speculation, and much analysis. Here are some headlines from the past 72 hours. Published June 20, 2024
Loving that conspiracy
The nation appears to be quite taken with whispered tales, political possibilities and provocative legends. Yes, there is a poll about this, and here it is. Published June 19, 2024
New Charlie Kirk book focuses on defeating ‘wokeism’
There's a new book to consider, just arrived from author, speaker and media kingpin Charlie Kirk: "Right Wing Revolution: How to Beat the Woke and Save the West." The book was published Tuesday. Published June 18, 2024
Republicans begin early-vote push to make election victory ‘too big to rig’
The Republican National Committee has launched a vigorous new "get out the vote" campaign with a unique title. And that title is "Swamp the Vote." The online push was fired up on Monday. Published June 17, 2024
Trump advised to be ‘calm, coherent and factual’ in debate with Biden, liberal moderators
The best antidote to the left's caricatures of him as a fascist and a buffoon are calm, coherent and factual responses. Bottom line: He needs to act and sound more like a president than a challenger," New York Post columnist Michael Goodwin advised. Published June 16, 2024
Rubio, Warnock push bipartisan bill on supporting fathers
"Ahead of Father's Day, Senators Marco Rubio, Florida Republican, and Raphael Warnock, Georgia Democrat, have introduced the Dads Matter Act of 2024 to raise awareness and provide guidance about the importance of father involvement and engagement," the two lawmakers said in a joint announcement shared with Inside the Beltway. Published June 13, 2024
Memory of Donald Trump playing better than the today of Joe Biden
A Monmouth University Polling Institute survey released Wednesday has some noteworthy news for President Biden and former President Donald Trump. "Trump's retrospective job rating is better than Mr. Biden's current numbers," notes an analysis of the findings. Published June 12, 2024
Homeland Security panel focuses on bills related to China, terrorism, human smuggling
The House Committee on Homeland Security will live up to its name on Wednesday. The committee will consider 14 bills in a session focused on very specific security concerns. Published June 11, 2024
Republican road trip to highlight election security
Republicans are determined to ensure that the 2024 presidential election is focused and fair. The Republican National Committee, in fact, has launched a "Protect the Vote" tour to ensure this happens. Published June 10, 2024
Trump campaign’s Latino group gives America an ‘Hola’
Former President Donald Trump's campaign has revealed that a new coalition of voters has stepped up to boost his quest for the White House. Latino Americans for Trump has arrived -- described by Mr. Trump's campaign as "a coalition with notable members of Latino communities from across the country, leaders in all fields, including industry, trade, education, sports, faith, communications, and elected officials." Published June 9, 2024
Half of Baby boomers expect they can’t retire, market analysis research group says
So will the retirement years be a leisurely lifestyle of hobbies, golf greens and good books? Not necessarily. A certain age group plans to keep on working. Published June 6, 2024
The Reagan Library remembers D-Day on 80th anniversary
The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library is marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day on Thursday with a gathering of historians, military veterans, and politicians who will reflect on the enduring impact of Operation Overlord and the D-Day landings. Panelists will take a historical look at our world 80 years ago, and address the implications of President Reagan's Peace through Strength policies on today's world. Published June 5, 2024
Faith & Freedom Coalition plans Road to Majority conference
"As Election Day 2024 approaches, Faith & Freedom Coalition will host the largest gathering of conservative Christian activists in the U.S. from June 20-22 at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C.," the host organization said in a statement to Inside the Beltway. Published June 4, 2024
American Humane pushes bill to assist country’s working dogs
"Congress is going to the dogs." That phrase comes to us from American Humane -- founded in 1877 to promote the welfare and safety of animals. The organization will visit Capitol Hill on Tuesday in support of legislation which protects the nation's working canines. Published June 3, 2024
Scott says Trump verdicts have unified Republicans more than ever
"There's no doubt that this verdict has actually unified our party," Sen. Tim Scott told "Fox News Sunday" anchor Shannon Bream. Published June 2, 2024
