Category Archives: Representative Henry "Hank" Johnson

Congressman: Jewish Settlers Are Like Termites

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A Democratic member of the House Armed Services Committee compared Jewish Israeli settlers to termites on Monday while speaking at an event sponsored by an anti-Israel organization that supports boycotts of the Jewish state. Rep. Hank Johnson launched into a tirade against Israel and its policies toward the Palestinians, comparing Jewish people who live in disputed territories to "termites" that destroy homes.

Top official overseeing Trumpa s D.C hotel is out at GSA as Democrats call for investigation of lease

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A top government official overseeing federal buildings - including the historic tower that is home to President Donald Trump's D.C. hotel - is leaving the agency as it endures increasing criticism from congressional Democrats for not addressing a potential lease violation and other concerns stemming from the president's ownership of the project. Some members of Congress worry that Trump could appoint new leaders who will renegotiate the terms of the lease to eliminate any legal entanglements.

Can Democrats Turn Activism Into Votes? Special Elections Might Be A Clue

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Democrats have a long way to go to rebuild their party after brutal losses across the board last November. But they're seeing glimmers of hope in recent and upcoming special elections where they argue the backlash to President Trump is resulting in change at the ballot box.