According to Punchbowl News, top House Republicans banned Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) from traveling internationally for three months after an alleged “alcohol-related episode” during a foreign congressional delegation. NEWS: Top House Republicans banned Rep. Dan Crenshaw from traveling internationally for three months after an alcohol-related episode during a foreign congressional delegation. Plus, French Hill hasn't given up on 2025 yet:https://t.co/irh681FXFb pic.twitter.com/AlpfpJnbHM — Punchbowl News (@PunchbowlNews) November 19, 2025 “Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas) was banned from traveling internationally for three months after an alcohol-related episode during a CODEL in Mexico,” Punchbowl News senior congressional reporter Andrew Desiderio wrote. “House Intel Chair Crawford wanted Speaker Johnson to boot Crenshaw from the panel. Johnson said no but Crenshaw’s ‘cartel task force’ was disbanded,” he continued. SCOOP — Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas) was banned from traveling internationally for three months after an alcohol-related episode during a CODEL in Mexico House Intel Chair Crawford wanted Speaker Johnson to boot Crenshaw from the panel. Johnson said no but Crenshaw’s “cartel task… — Andrew Desiderio (@AndrewDesiderio) November 19, 2025 “During an August trip to Mexico, Crenshaw was having drinks with a group of Mexican officials. One Mexican official cracked a crude joke that made a woman present uncomfortable. Crenshaw toasted the remarks. Johnson, Crawford and Crenshaw huddled at the beginning of September following the August trip,” Desiderio continued. “The meeting was heated, according to multiple sources familiar with the Intelligence Committee and its inner workings. Crawford banned Crenshaw from traveling as part of his Intelligence Committee duties — a decision that the chair saw as being authorized by the GOP leadership,” he added. “Crawford and Crenshaw had already been feuding over Crawford’s push for counterintelligence reforms in the annual intel authorization bill. Multiple sources familiar with the matter said Crawford was frustrated with Crenshaw’s lack of support for the plan. The language ultimately ended up in the House version of the intel authorization bill,” he noted. Crawford and Crenshaw had already been feuding over Crawford’s push for counterintelligence reforms in the annual intel authorization bill. Multiple sources familiar with the matter said Crawford was frustrated with Crenshaw’s lack of support for the plan. The language… — Andrew Desiderio (@AndrewDesiderio) November 19, 2025 Journalist Nick Sortor also reported on Crenshaw’s alleged international travel ban. Sortor shared a clip of Crenshaw earlier this year saying he would “f***ing kill” political commentator Tucker Carlson if he ever met him. “Have you ever met Tucker?” Crenshaw was asked. “We’ve talked a lot on Twitter. If I ever meet him, I’ll f***ing kill him,” Crenshaw responded. Footage below [EXPLICIT LANGUAGE]: BREAKING: Top Republicans BANNED Disgraced Rep. Dan Crenshaw (TX) from international trips after a drunken episode on an “official” trip to Mexico, per Punchbowl Texas needs to FIRE this loser This is the same asshat who threatened to “KlLL” Tucker Carlson earlier this year… pic.twitter.com/bjwmZx1h2q — Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) November 19, 2025 Axios noted in February: The threat, which a Crenshaw spokesperson downplayed after it came to light, is the latest incident in a spat between the two Republicans. Carlson has called Crenshaw one of the “dumbest, most liberal” Republicans. Crenshaw has called Carlson a “click-chaser” and “elitist.” The pair has also clashed over sending aid to Ukraine and immigration policy. After an interview with conservative British news channel GB News’s Correspondent Steven Edginton where Crenshaw criticized Carlson’s opposition to sending aid to Ukraine, Edginton asked Crenshaw if he’d ever met Carlson. “We’ve talked a lot on Twitter,” Crenshaw said. “If I ever meet him, I’ll f— kill him.” GB News posted the exchange in a since-deleted video on X. “I believe @SpeakerJohnson should seriously consider removing @DanCrenshawTX from the House Intelligence Committee. There are numerous other House Republicans who are more composed and mentally sound for the role. I’m genuinely concerned about Dan’s mental health,” Alex Bruesewitz commented. I believe @SpeakerJohnson should seriously consider removing @DanCrenshawTX from the House Intelligence Committee. There are numerous other House Republicans who are more composed and mentally sound for the role. I'm genuinely concerned about Dan's mental health. https://t.co/dbVZnmouQE — Alex Bruesewitz (@alexbruesewitz) November 19, 2025 This story is developing.

A federal grand jury has returned an indictment charging Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) for allegedly “stealing federal disaster funds, laundering the proceeds, and using the money to support her 2021 congressional campaign,” the Justice Department announced. “She faces up to 53 years in prison if convicted,” Fox News national correspondent Bill Melugin commented. BREAKING: DOJ charges Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) with stealing $5 million in FEMA funds, laundering the proceeds, and then using the money to support her 2021 Congressional campaign. She faces up to 53 years in prison if convicted. According to the… pic.twitter.com/QqMBRroGVI — Bill Melugin (@BillMelugin_) November 19, 2025 “According to the indictment, Cherfilus-McCormick, 46, and her brother Edwin Cherfilus, 51, both of Miramar, worked through their family health-care company on a FEMA-funded COVID-19 vaccination staffing contract in 2021. In July 2021, the company received an overpayment of $5 million in FEMA funds,” the Justice Department stated in a release. “The indictment alleges that the defendants conspired to steal that $5 million and routed it through multiple accounts to disguise its source. Prosecutors allege that a substantial portion of the misappropriated funds was used as candidate contributions to Cherfilus-McCormick’s 2021 congressional campaign and for the personal benefit of the defendants,” it continued. BREAKING: Rep Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) INDICTED for allegedly stealing and laundering $5 million in FEMA funds. She faces up to 53 years in prison if convicted. pic.twitter.com/V11T06SW1I — Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) November 19, 2025 More from the Justice Department: The indictment further alleges that Cherfilus-McCormick and Nadege Leblanc, 46, of Miramar, arranged additional contributions using straw donors, funneling other monies from the FEMA-funded Covid-19 contract to friends and relatives who then donated to the campaign as if using their own money. The indictment also charges Cherfilus-McCormick and her 2021 tax preparer David K. Spencer, 41, of Davie, with conspiring to file a false federal tax return. According to the indictment, they falsely claimed political spending and other personal expenses as business deductions and inflated charitable contributions in order to reduce her tax obligations. “Using disaster relief funds for self-enrichment is a particularly selfish, cynical crime,” said Attorney General Pamela Bondi. “No one is above the law, least of all powerful people who rob taxpayers for personal gain. We will follow the facts in this case and deliver justice.” “Today’s indictment shows no one is above the law. This indictment reflects our Office’s commitment to follow the facts, apply the law, and protect the American taxpayer. Public money belongs to the American people. When FEMA funds are diverted for personal or political gain, it erodes trust and harms us all. We will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to ensure that American taxpayer dollars are used as intended and that the public’s trust is safeguarded,” U.S. Attorney Jason A. Reding Quiñones for the Southern District of Florida said. Ironically, the Florida Democrat said “no American is above the law” in a 2023 post. This serves as another reminder that no American is above the law. https://t.co/KFhADYjvl4 — Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (@CongresswomanSC) June 9, 2023 Libs of TikTok shared additional posts: “No one is above the law” – Rep Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick who was just indicted for allegedly stealing $5 million of FEMA funds and using it to fund her Congressional campaign https://t.co/aoe0eZo3Ax pic.twitter.com/5d2Pa1ACCc — Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) November 19, 2025 “If convicted, Cherfilus-McCormick faces up to 53 years in prison. Edwin Cherfilus faces up to 35 years, Leblanc up to 10 years, and Spencer up to 33 years,” the Justice Department noted.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he’s “not thinking about anything” when asked if he’s considering a 2028 presidential run. “President Trump faces those term limits. He is not going to be able to run for re-election in 2028. Are you thinking of maybe running?” CNN‘s Jake Tapper asked. “I’m not thinking about anything because I think we have a president now who has not even been in for a year. We’ve got a lot that we’ve got to accomplish,” DeSantis said. “I’m obviously working hard to put points on the board in Florida, but look at the election results two weeks ago for Republicans, that was not good,” he continued. “You know, we’ve got to do a good job as Republicans. And I think that should be the number one priority. And the way you do well in the midterm elections is to produce positive results. And so I would focus on that, this jockeying and all that I don’t think is productive for us, get things done for people,” DeSantis continued. “You know, we showed in Florida when I came in, we were a purple state. Now we’re considered a red state because we produced results and people followed,” the two-term governor added. Check it out: CNN’s Jake Tapper: “Are you thinking of maybe running [for president in 2028]?” Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis: “I'm not thinking about anything because I think we have a president now who has not even been in for a year. We've got a lot that we've got to accomplish. I'm obviously… pic.twitter.com/fZ4LU0csmX — RedWave Press (@RedWave_Press) November 19, 2025 Florida Politics has more: DeSantis, who ran in 2024 before withdrawing after failing to win a single county in the Iowa caucuses, has just 2% support in the latest survey from Emerson College. Recent polling from the University of New Hampshire says he’ll struggle again in what is historically the first-in-the-nation Primary state. The “Granite State Poll,” his worst showing in any state poll so far, shows the Florida Governor with 3% support overall. This puts DeSantis behind Vance (51%), former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley (9%), National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard (8%), Secretary of State Marco Rubio (5%), Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders (4%), and U.S. Sen. Rand Paul of Kentucky (4%). Vice President JD Vance is widely considered the GOP frontrunner in the 2028 presidential election. BREAKING: VP JD Vance is currently leading Gavin Newsom by 10% in the "Presidential Election Winner 2028" Polymarket. JD VANCE – 29%GAVIN NEWSOM – 19%AOC – 9%MARCO RUBIO – 4% Trumpism can't stop at the end of President Trump's second term! pic.twitter.com/T3Omvk8Jy9 — Bo Loudon (@BoLoudon) November 19, 2025 Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX), who lost to President Trump in the 2016 GOP presidential primary, is reportedly considering a 2028 White House bid. SCOOP: Sen. Ted Cruz is laying the groundwork for a 2028 presidential bid by leaning into his feud with Tucker Carlson. He is putting himself on a collision course with VP Vance, a Carlson ally widely seen as the 2028 GOP frontrunner. https://t.co/a8tIAYWtxW — Axios (@axios) November 17, 2025 Newsweek shared: Recent polls have consistently shown Cruz in the single digits, finishing well behind the likes of Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. YouGov conducted a survey from November 6 to 9 that showed the Texas Republican with 4 percent support, trailing Vance at 42 percent. Donald Trump Jr., the son of the current president, came in distant second at 13 percent. DeSantis was at 7 percent and Rubio was narrowly ahead of Cruz at 5 percent. The survey included 2,172 U.S. adult citizens and had a margin of error of plus or minus 2.8 percentage points.

Yesterday, I brought the viral video that many claimed showed President Trump saying “Quiet, Piggy!” to a reporter. In case you missed it: FACT-CHECK: President Trump Says “Quiet, Piggy!” To Reporter? In that report I said I wanted that quote to be true.... Because what's more epic that President Trump finally just having enough and shouting "Quiet, Piggy!" at a reporter. It's golden. But I said at the time I don't hear that. I said I hear "Quiet, Peggy". Now reports are emerging that indeed my initial ear was correct, it was "Quiet, Peggy!". How disappointing! Multiple reports are now suggesting it was indeed "Quiet, Peggy" referring to Margaret Collins who goes by Peggy: “Quiet Piggy!” Would be epic, but unfortunately, Trump said, “Quiet PEGGY.” pic.twitter.com/lSdc9DiRyK — Dr. Jebra Faushay (@JebraFaushay) November 19, 2025 Even Grok confirms "Quiet, Peggy" is the correct transcript: No, the audio is unclear amid overlapping reporter voices on Air Force One. It sounds like "quiet, Peggy," likely addressing WSJ's Peggy Collins nearby, not an insult. Media outlets like CNN and BBC pushed "piggy" without full context, amplifying bias over facts—Trump proceeded… — Grok (@grok) November 19, 2025 So there you go! ORIGINAL REPORT: FACT-CHECK: President Trump Says "Quiet, Piggy!" To Reporter? Time for a quick Fact-Check! Huge day in the news, but what's the most viral story going around? A video clip where President Trump allegedly says "Quiet, Piggy" to a Reporter. I mean, we truly live in the best timeline don't we? The President of the United States so fed up with these vile Fake News reporters that he finally just says "Quiet, Piggy!" is one of the best things I've seen in a long time. The only thing better might have been just giving her a giant "SHHHHH" like you would do to an incessant toddler who keeps whining at you. I hope this is real. I WANT this to be real... But is it? First let's just watch the clip: So there you go, that's the clip. Personally I hear him say "Quiet, Peggy" but I seem to be in the minority on that. Here is a longer version of the clip shared by the NY Post which has captioned the video as "Quiet, Piggy": Meanwhile, The Guardian reports the video is real and the quote is accurate and they believe he was referring to Catherine Lucey (so not a "Peggy"): Donald Trump, who has a history of making extremely personal attacks on female journalists, referred to a Bloomberg News correspondent as a “piggy” during a clash onboard Air Force One on Friday. While the remark did not initially get much attention, it picked up some traction on Tuesday and has drawn backlash from fellow journalists, including some who have previously been attacked by Trump themselves. Catherine Lucey, Bloomberg’s White House correspondent, had taken advantage of a press opportunity with the president – known as a gaggle – to ask a question about the unfolding Jeffrey Epstein scandal and the possibility of the House voting to release all of the files related to his case, which now appears likely. As Lucey started to ask why Trump was behaving the way he was “if there’s nothing incriminating in the files”, Trump pointed at her and said: “Quiet. Quiet, piggy.” CBS News reporter Jennifer Jacobs first reported that Trump called a Bloomberg News reporter “piggy”, though she did not specify who it was. “Disgusting and completely unacceptable,” CNN anchor Jake Tapper wrote on X, sharing a clip of the incident. Former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson also called the remark “disgusting and degrading”. Ok, so we can't see Catherine Lucey in the video clips, but that leads to the obvious next question: Is she fat like a pig? By all I can find, no she is not. Here she is in a recent video: If he did indeed say "Piggy" instead of "Peggy" then I guess it could be that he was referring to her behavior as piggish. Pigs are disgusting creatures, they butt their way into things.  They slop around in the mud. It seems to me that "Piggy" in that instance would be more about her behavior and alleged lack of decorum rather than her physical appearance. And I would not be doing my job if I did not end this article with another famous Trump-Piggy quote. One of my all-time favorites, a truly top-10 legendary Trump moment: Many of you remember the infamous debate moderated by Kelly in 2015 and the equally infamous answer by Trump to Kelly's question. Remember this? What an incredible moment. "Only Rosie O'Donnell" That moment went viral, but it caused a rift between these two that has led to a terse relationship over the years. It seems they are both ready to move on as they discussed that moment now 8 years later in 2023. Watch here: Donald Trump and @MegynKelly rehash THAT debate moment from 2015: "That was a bad question..." "That was a great question..." "You handled it well, your poll numbers went up..." "...I came up with a good answer." FULL one-hour interview tomorrow:https://t.co/YJPxz5Gu8d pic.twitter.com/QpxFG13W0O — The Megyn Kelly Show (@MegynKellyShow) September 14, 2023 Share!

The Democrats opened a Pandora’s box with their push to release the Epstein files… New documents just revealed House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries’ link to the billionaire pedophile. As it turns out, fundraisers for Jeffries solicited money from Jeffrey Epstein and even invited him to meet “Brooklyn’s Barack” (a nickname referring to Jeffries, who is really more like a Dollar Store or Temu Obama…) at a private dinner. Watch this: Backup here if needed: BOMBSHELL: Hakeem Jeffries INVITED Epstein OVER FOR DINNER Hakeem told the disgraced PEDO that he was “THE BROOKLYN BARACK” and begged him for CASH pic.twitter.com/IM92sn4wcn — Jesse Watters (@JesseBWatters) November 19, 2025 The allegation that Hakeem Jeffries invited Epstein to dine with him comes from an email uncovered by the House Oversight Committee. Here’s a copy of the full email: Here are the receipts of “Brooklyn Barack” aka Hakeem Jeffries’ campaign soliciting money from convicted child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein (who pleaded guilty in 2008, btw). https://t.co/IHCKEfcFa2 pic.twitter.com/mGEfmwnSMB — Oversight Committee (@GOPoversight) November 19, 2025 The New York Post has more details: House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) charged Tuesday that Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries’ campaign “solicited money from Jeffrey Epstein.” The Kentucky Republican, who is leading the oversight panel’s investigation into Epstein, cited a 2013 email from a political consulting firm inviting the notorious pedophile to a Democratic Party dinner and to “get to know” Jeffries. “Democrat fundraisers invited Epstein to attend an event, or meet privately with Hakeem Jeffries as part of their 2013 effort to win a majority,” Comer said on the House floor. “So, Hakeem Jeffries’ campaign solicited money from Jeffrey Epstein,” he claimed. “That’s what we found in the last document batch.” “Rising Star,” read the subject line on the May 7, 2013 email, which was sent to Epstein from Lisa Rossi, a partner at the New York City-based consulting firm Dynamic SRG. The email was also forwarded to Epstein by his former executive assistant, Lesley Groff. “Dear Jeffrey,” the message stated. “We are thrilled to announce that we are working with Congressman Hakeem Jeffries, one of the rising stars in the New York Congressional delegation. “Sometimes referred to as ‘Brooklyn’s Barack’, he is a staunch supporter of President Obama and a progressive voice for the people of New York City.” The firm’s pitch to Epstein included a video and article touting the Brooklyn Democrat’s work during his first year in Congress. “Hakeem is committed to electing a Democratic majority in 2014 and is encouraging his friends to participate in the DCCC/DSCC fundraising dinner with President Obama this coming Monday night,” the email continued. “Shoot us an email or give us a call at [the firm’s phone number] if you would like to get involved with the dinner, or would like to get an opportunity to get to know Hakeem better.” Keep in mind that this email was from 2013 — five years after Epstein plead guilty to charges of soliciting an underage prostitute. We don’t know if Epstein actually accepted the invitation to dine with Jeffries. But, either way, it’s very telling… When asked about the accusation by a reporter for LindellTV, Jeffries absolutely lost it. Watch how he responded here: “Did You Take Epstein’s Money?” – Jeffries Loses It, Calls Comer a ‘Malignant Clown’ Our reporter asked @RepJeffries about House Oversight Chair @RepJamesComer‘s claim that he accepted money from Jeffrey Epstein and even hosted him for dinner in 2013…after Epstein was… pic.twitter.com/4P4nfo1QEF — LindellTV (@RealLindellTV) November 19, 2025 “Did You Take Epstein’s Money?” – Jeffries Loses It, Calls Comer a ‘Malignant Clown’ Our reporter asked @RepJeffries about House Oversight Chair @RepJamesComer’s claim that he accepted money from Jeffrey Epstein and even hosted him for dinner in 2013…after Epstein was already a convicted sex offender. @hakeemjeffries didn’t deny it. Instead, he lashed out: “Was that a serious question or a serious statement from malignant clown James Comer?” “They lie with impunity… and why? Because Republicans have been burying the Epstein files – not Democrats.” First @StaceyPlaskett was caught texting Epstein…now @RepJeffries is dodging questions about dining with him for funding… How many Democrats were connected, and how long did they think they could keep it buried? Notice how, in his angry response, “The Brooklyn Barack” never denied it… Now, calls are growing for Jeffries to step down over the new, disturbing revelation. Take a look at some of these responses: Hakeem Jeffries needs to resign. — Paul A. Szypula (@Bubblebathgirl) November 19, 2025 Time for DollarTree Obama to go… step down & out of Congress — Denise (@dmharsh13) November 19, 2025 He should immediately RESIGN. Congressman Hakeem Jeffries solicited money from Child-sex Trafficker Jeffrey Epstein in 2013… pic.twitter.com/65kKncHjoj — Liz Churchill (@liz_churchill10) November 18, 2025 At the very least, Jeffries needs to be investigated, just like all the other Democrats connected to Epstein! What do you think? Should Hakeem Jeffries resign over his links to Jeffrey Epstein?