Republican opposition to Paul Ingrassia's nomination for Office of Special Counsel is hardening, with two GOP members on the Homeland Committee reportedly set to vote no, according to a Semafor report shared on October 20th, 2025. The nomination remains on the committee schedule for Thursday, October 23rd. Meanwhile, a power struggle is reportedly underway to lead NASA, with both Sean Duffy and Jared Isaacman vying for the administrator position. Advisers and lawmakers representing both individuals have contacted the Trump administration to advocate for their preferred candidate, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. In other political developments, Republican rapid response director has weighed in on the "No Kings" protest, according to an X post by Thomas Carcetti. Separately, when asked about Joe Biden potentially serving as president in 2028, Karine Jean-Pierre stated, "Look, I can't speak to that," in response to an X post by Alex Thompson. Alina Habba is not currently nominated for any position, as noted by an X post from Kyle Cheney. Previous reports from October 20th, 2025, indicated that Senator Ron Johnson expressed doubt regarding Ingrassia's nomination, stating he would vote "No." Additionally, the DHS confirmed agents shot a US citizen and subsequently lied about the incident. Los Angeles was slated to host a congressional hearing on the arrests of US citizens during immigration raids. Governor Kristi Noem announced the USCG would implement "Operation River Wall" to defend against illegal immigration. Former President Joe Biden completed radiation therapy for prostate cancer. In Ohio, Democrats could force a referendum on a new congressional map. On the international front, President Donald Trump stated Hamas was in violation of an agreement, and the Army announced plans to domestically mass-produce over 10,000 small unmanned aerial systems monthly starting next year. Reports also emerged alleging personal conduct by President Trump and a potential demolition of the White House East Wing. New polling data showed Zohran Mamdani leading in a New York City green strategy poll. Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales was reportedly involved in an alleged affair. President Trump had previously attributed the government shutdown to "Trump derangement problem." Paul Ingrassia faced allegations concerning racist and pro-Nazi sentiments. The Interior Department planned to fire over 2,000 employees. The U.S. Senate was delaying consideration of new sanctions legislation on Russia. Vice President Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff were departing for Israel. An appeals court granted the Trump administration a victory allowing National Guard troops into Portland, Oregon. Immigration officials stated aggressive street tactics in Chicago were a response to agents being in danger. James Comey filed a second motion to dismiss his criminal case. Senator Thune reiterated the need for the House to pass a continuing resolution. Mayor Karen Bass called for congressional hearings into alleged abuses by ICE.
