WASHINGTON – The Latest on the new session of Congress (all times local):11:15 a.m.Republican Sen. Josh Hawley is hitting back at GOP colleagues who are criticizing his attempt to overturn the presidential election won by Joe Biden.In a lengthy email, the Missouri Republican defended his rationale for challenging President Donald Trump’s defeat.
He and other Republicans are planning to mount objections to the results when Congress convenes for a joint session Wednesday to confirm the Electoral College tally.Hawley specifically defended himself against criticism from GOP Sen.
Pat Toomey of Pennsylvania as he challenges that state’s election results.Hawley, a Trump ally and potential 2024 presidential candidate, insisted that constituents.