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Cook Political Report Shifts 7 House Races Toward Democrats
Republicans narrowly control the House with 219 seats including California Rep. Kevin Kiley, an independent who caucuses with Republicans.
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Ro Khanna Becomes First in Congress to Sign Pledge Rejecting AIPAC Money
AIPAC, which backs pro-Israel candidates in both parties, contributed about $51.8 million to candidates during the 2024 election cycle.
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Department of Labor Demands Immediate Action From Governors on Unemployment Fraud
The agency warned that it could withhold funds to states that do not comply.
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US Launches Trade Investigation Into Germany Over Drug Pricing
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said that Germany reducing its spending on pharmaceuticals ‘is a serious step backwards.’
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Trump Responds to Iran Deal Criticism, Says Regime Is Finished
The U.S. president said the conflict had ‘diminished Iran.’
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Democrat Hannah Pingree to Face Republican Bobby Charles in Maine Gubernatorial Race
The Cook Political Report rates the November contest as likely Democratic.
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China-Made Fitness Trackers May Threaten US Security, Senators Warn
Lawmakers worry that wearable technology, such as smartwatches, may contain China-made components that could send Americans’ health data to the CCP.
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State of the Fight for the US Senate as Voters Lock in Key Nominees
Despite a map that had been expected to be unfavorable for Democrats, polling has shown a surge for the party in recent months.
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2 Democrats Advance in California Special Election to Replace Swalwell
California Democrats Melissa Hernandez and Aisha Wahab advanced to see who will replace Swalwell.
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Vance Responds to Israeli Critics of Trump’s Iran Deal
The vice president suggested that Israeli officials shouldn’t be attacking the country’s ‘only powerful ally’ left in the world.
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Trump Awards Medal of Honor to 3 Recipients in White House Ceremony
The president bestowed the nation’s highest military decoration honoring extraordinary valor.
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3 Former Presidents Join Obama Presidential Center Dedication
Former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama speak at event attended by former presidents, elected officials, and celebrities.
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11 Illegal Immigrants Among 15 Suspects Held in Alleged $1.4 Million Benefit Fraud Scheme in Massachusetts
The fraudsters allegedly obtained food stamps and health and disability benefits, many via identity theft, said the Justice Department.
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White House Staff Bid Farewell to Jet Used as Air Force One For 35 Years
Three Boeing 747-8 aircraft are being prepared to serve as the next generation of presidential planes.
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Senate Unanimously Passes Resolution to Condemn CCP Leader Xi Jinping
‘There is no greater threat to America’s way of life, peace, and prosperity in the world than Xi Jinping and the CCP,’ Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) said.
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White House Delays Vance’s Trip to Switzerland for Iran Talks
The White House said logistics of the talks with Iran ‘have never been simple or predictable,’ suggesting the plans remain fluid.
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DHS Confirms Illegal Immigrants Held at ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Moved for Hurricane Season
The transfer was carried out due to concerns over hurricanes in the state.
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Senate Committee Advances Bill to Overhaul College Sports
The bipartisan legislation has been endorsed by several athletic conferences, but not the SEC and Big Ten.
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