Vulnerable Republicans increasingly willing to defy – Vulnerable Republicans are showing a growing willingness to defy President Donald Trump’s agenda as the November midterm elections approach. The shift in sentiment has sparked internal debate within the GOP, with lawmakers increasingly prioritizing their own legislative strategies over unyielding loyalty to Trump. While the president remains a central figure, his influence is waning, particularly among those facing re-election in districts where his policies may be unpopular. This growing resistance is reshaping the party’s direction ahead of the critical voting period.

Despite Trump’s push for a $1.8 billion settlement fund, the Senate GOP has managed to secure the $70 billion immigration funding package. However, the battle over the provision revealed deep divisions, with over a dozen Republicans casting symbolic votes to express dissent. The fund, intended to reward political allies, has become a focal point for critics who argue it undermines broader policy…