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Democrats Face Mixed Signals: Poll Gains Offset by Internal Crises and Trump's Grip
Democrats see promising poll leads but face setbacks from extremist candidates, a controversial party autopsy, and Trump
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Cornyn Faces Uphill Battle in Texas Runoff as Paxton Surges with Trump's Backing
Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) fights to survive a primary runoff against Ken Paxton, who is backed by President Trump. The rac
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Trump Admin Quietly Dismantles Federal Harassment Protections
The Trump administration has quietly rolled back federal protections against sexual harassment and assault, gutting EEOC
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Trump's Estrangement from GOP Senators Threatens His Legislative Agenda
President Trump's agenda faces serious jeopardy after a contentious meeting with GOP senators, with a budget reconciliat
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Sen. Andy Kim Pepper-Sprayed by ICE During Newark Detention Center Protest
Sen. Andy Kim (D-N.J.) was pepper-sprayed by ICE officers during a protest outside Newark's Delaney Hall detention cente
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Trump Backs Paxton in Texas Runoff, Cornyn Fights for Political Survival
Trump's last-minute endorsement of Ken Paxton sets up a high-stakes test of his influence in Texas, as Sen. John Cornyn
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New Jersey Governor Sherrill Blocked from ICE Detention Center Amid Hunger Strike, Protests
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill was denied access to the Delaney Hall ICE detention center in Newark amid a detainee hung
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Massie Files for 2028 Run Days After Losing Primary to Trump-Backed Rival
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) filed FEC paperwork for the 2028 election less than a week after losing his primary to a Trum
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Trump's Vendettas Threaten GOP Senate Majority as Primary Fights Backfire
Trump's revenge-fueled endorsements and loyalty tests threaten GOP Senate majority; Paxton pick could drain resources fr
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Ferguson Softens Redistricting Stance, Opens Door to New Maryland Map
Maryland Senate President Bill Ferguson has softened his opposition to mid-decade redistricting, citing changed rules af
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GOP's Third Reconciliation Bill in Jeopardy as Immigration Fight Drags On
House Republicans are increasingly concerned that the stalled immigration funding bill could push back a third reconcili
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Memorial Day 2026: Holiday Hours and What's Open for Last-Minute Shoppers
Memorial Day 2026 arrives early, catching some off guard. Most stores and restaurants remain open, but banks, post offic