House Passes It 285 — 98: Devastated Rep. Alexandria Ocasio Cortez Can't Believe It As She Rejects Results Outright
Washington, D.C. — In a powerful display of bipartisan resolve, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a landmark resolution condemning the “horrors of socialism” by an overwhelming vote of 285-98. The measure, which explicitly denounces socialism in all its forms and opposes its implementation in the United States, marks a decisive rejection of far-left ideology at a critical moment ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Republican Rep. French Hill (R-Ark.) praised the straightforward clarity of the resolution:
“A yes vote on this resolution should be a relatively straightforward, easy decision. It simply states that Congress denounces socialism in all its forms and opposes the implementation of socialist policies in the United States of America.”
Democrats Fracture as Socialism Takes Heavy Hits
The vote saw 86 Democrats join Republicans in support, including key New York and New Jersey members such as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Notably, several New York Democrats distanced themselves from rising socialist figures like incoming NYC Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.). Long Island Rep. Tom Suozzi, among others, made clear efforts to separate from the socialist wing during recent campaigns.
Staten Island Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.) voted in favor, drawing on her family’s escape from Cuban socialism to underscore the real-world dangers.
Yet Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a leading voice of the socialist movement, was visibly devastated and outright rejected the results. Her reaction highlights the growing divide within the Democratic Party, where grassroots progressives continue pushing radical policies even as moderate Democrats begin to break ranks.
The resolution comes as socialist-aligned candidates like Saikat Chakrabarti — co-founder of the Justice Democrats that propelled AOC to prominence — challenge establishment figures in key races, including the open seat left by Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.). Chakrabarti’s campaign frames the Democratic establishment as “corrupt to the core,” while critics warn that embracing socialism could spell disaster for Democrats in 2026.
Trump Era Exposes Socialism’s Failures
Under President Donald J. Trump and Republican leadership, America has witnessed record economic growth, energy independence, and border security — clear proof that free-market principles deliver results while socialist experiments fail. The House vote reinforces the America First agenda, signaling to voters that Congress stands firmly against policies that stifle innovation, raise taxes, and erode individual freedom.
As one senior Republican source noted, the overwhelming passage demonstrates that even some Democrats now recognize the dangers of socialism after years of observing its failures in cities and states under far-left control.
With midterms approaching, this bipartisan rebuke of socialism hands Republicans a powerful messaging tool. AOC’s outright rejection of the results only underscores how out of touch the radical left remains with mainstream American values. The American people continue to reject socialism, choosing instead the prosperity and freedom that Republican governance provides.
Ilhan Omar Arrested - Refused to Leave and Fought Police
Minneapolis, Minnesota - June 16, 2026
Newly released police records show that Rep. Ilhan Omar was arrested for trespassing in 2013 after refusing multiple orders to leave a Minneapolis hotel lobby. According to the Hennepin County police report, Omar became argumentative with officers and physically resisted when police attempted to escort her from the premises.
The incident occurred on January 18, 2013, after an event at the Minneapolis Convention Center featuring former Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. Large crowds followed the presidential convoy to the Hotel Ivy, where the president was staying. Hotel staff requested police assistance to clear the lobby, stating that only guests with room keys were permitted to remain.
When an officer approached Omar and asked her to leave, she refused. The report states that Omar was “argumentative” and stood her ground.
“As she stood her ground and refused to leave, I took hold of her left elbow to escort her from the lobby. Omar then pulled away from me, stating, ‘Don’t put your hands on me!’” the officer wrote.
Ten minutes later, the same officer found Omar seated in another area of the lobby. After being informed she would be arrested for trespassing if she did not leave, Omar again refused to comply.
The officer attempted to handcuff her while she remained seated in a chair. Omar pulled away during the arrest. She was ultimately booked into Hennepin County Jail.
“Omar was booked at [Hennepin County Jail] as I felt it was likely that she would fail to respond to a citation, and she also demonstrated that she was going to continue her criminal behavior,” the officer wrote in the report.
The newly surfaced document adds to the long list of controversies surrounding the Minnesota congresswoman.
Hannah Dugan Sentenced to 10 Years: Ex-Judge Helped Undocumented Immigrant Flee ICE in Court
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — June 16, 2026
THE SENTENCING HEARING for former Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan has been postponed indefinitely as a federal court takes under advisement a high-stakes defense motion aimed at completely overturning her felony conviction.
U.S. District Judge Lynn Adelman opted to halt the scheduled June 3, 2026 proceedings to consider extensive oral arguments regarding recent appellate case law and procedural standards that could render the baseline foundation of the government's case legally invalid.
Dugan, 67, faces a statutory maximum penalty of five years in federal prison following a split verdict delivered by a federal jury in December 2025. The panel found her guilty of one felony count of obstructing an official federal proceeding but acquitted her on a misdemeanor charge of concealing an individual from arrest.
The criminal charges stem from a highly controversial April 18, 2025 incident inside the Milwaukee County Courthouse involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and an undocumented immigrant.
"The defense maintains that the administrative execution of a standard immigration warrant does not meet the strict statutory definitions of an official federal proceeding required under obstruction laws."
The structural trial evidence demonstrated that ICE agents arrived at the county courthouse to detain Eduardo Flores-Ruiz, a Mexican national who had re-entered the United States illegally and was appearing before Dugan on a state misdemeanor battery matter.
According to official court testimony, Dugan confronted the agents outside her courtroom door, informing them that their administrative paperwork did not authorize a summary arrest within her state court facility. She then directed the officers to the chief judge's office before utilizing a private jury exit corridor to escort Flores-Ruiz and his defense attorney safely out of the building.
Agents remaining in the immediate vicinity observed the departure and apprehended Flores-Ruiz outside the municipal facility following a short foot chase.
Dugan resigned from her judicial seat shortly after the split jury verdict was finalized. While many legal observers originally anticipated a multi-year prison sentence if the felony conviction stood, first-time nonviolent offenders can alternatively receive probation or non-custodial outcomes depending on judicial discretion.
"The prosecution continues to push back forcefully against the request for a new trial, maintaining that the jury’s original verdict rested on sufficient, verified evidence and correctly applied federal law."
The case has commanded national attention from legal scholars as an unprecedented early test of a state court judge facing criminal prosecution for actions intersecting with federal immigration enforcement. The ongoing dispute has exposed deep rifts over the absolute authority of state jurists, courthouse safe-haven policies, and the true legal boundaries of domestic judicial discretion.
Judge Adelman did not issue an immediate ruling from the bench following the conclusion of oral arguments, stating that a comprehensive written order will follow. Consequently, the former judge's sentencing remains on hold until the court determines whether the underlying felony conviction will stand or be permanently vacated.
Maxine Waters Gets Huge Dose Of Her Own Medicine After Making Snide Remark About Speaker Candidate Jim Jordan O
Washington, D.C. - June 16, 2026
Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) was loudly shouted down on the House floor Tuesday after labeling Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) an “insurrectionist” during debate over the next Speaker of the House. The outburst came as Jordan faced a difficult first ballot for the speakership.
Waters voiced support for House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries before directing her remarks at Jordan. Republican members immediately drowned out her comments with shouts of opposition. One unnamed Republican was heard saying, “Huh? What did the Communist say?”
Jordan responded to the attack with a smirk but did not engage directly. The incident highlighted the sharp partisan tensions surrounding the Speaker election.
Jordan fell 17 votes short of the 217 needed to win on the first ballot Tuesday. All Democrats supported Jeffries, while several Republicans voted for other candidates. The House is scheduled to hold another vote on Wednesday at 11 a.m. ET.
Jordan told reporters late Tuesday that he remains committed to securing the gavel without forming a coalition government with Democrats. “We’re gonna keep going,” he said. “No one in our conference wants to see any type of coalition government with Democrats. So we’re going to keep working, and we’re going to get to the votes.”
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.) told Fox News that she will continue supporting Jordan and believes momentum is building in his favor. She said anyone claiming to know exactly what will happen next is “full of it.”
The Wall Street Journal editorial board issued a sharp rebuke of the House Republican conference Tuesday night, criticizing the eight members who removed former Speaker Kevin McCarthy for failing to have a clear plan or alternative candidate.
Jordan has stated that one of his first priorities as Speaker would be to ensure Israel receives all necessary support in its war against Hamas. He said he would work with House Foreign Affairs Chairman Michael McCaul and the Senate on a resolution backing the Jewish state.
