House GOP blocks Democrats from forcing votes on Signal scandal, Musk conflicts of interest

This short film examines the controversy surrounding Secretary of Defense Hexet's use of the Signal app. While the media and political sectors criticized him, Trump defended him, claiming that no sensitive information was shared and that everything was encrypted. Media coverage varies by ideology. The post Trump Defends Hexet: Signal, Privacy, and Politics first appeared on Valuetainment.

'Don't like it': Republican 'concerned' as GOP blocks probe into embattled Trump official

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) told reporters Tuesday that he would not allow a vote on whether there should be a probe into Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's mounting Signal scandals. In a vote that same day, Republicans approved a rule that would block Democrats calling for a probe into Hegseth,...

House Passes Rule to Block Inquiries About ‘Signalgate’

The House of Representatives passed a rule on April 29 to block Democrat-led inquiries about the Trump administration’s use of the application Signal, which has been used to discuss sensitive information. The tally was along party lines, 216–208. Democrats have been seeking answers about Trump administration officials, such as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, using Signal, an app that allows for encrypted messages to be sent. Senior administratio…

House Republicans block vote to probe Hegseth’s Signal use

House Republicans have thwarted Democratic efforts to probe Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s controversial use of Signal, using their power to stop the minority party from forcing a vote that could embarrass the Trump administration.

House Republicans vote to hinder Democrats’ ability to investigate Trump administration

House Republicans passed a rule Tuesday that hinders Democrats’ ability to use their limited power in the minority to launch investigations into the Trump administration. The rule, a procedural vote in the House, includes language blocking members from bringing any…

House Republicans Block Probe Into Signal Scandal, Musk Dealings in Trump White House

House Republicans voted Tuesday to block Democrats from demanding answers about major ethical and security concerns inside the Trump administration, including the use of encrypted messaging apps like Signal and conflicts of interest involving Elon Musk. The vote passed 216 to 208 along party lines. The move effectively shields President Donald Trump and his allies from public scrutiny over questions of national security, transparency, and corrup…