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October 9, 2025
GOP Military Mom Confronts Speaker Mike Johnson Over Troop Pay During Shutdown
In a striking televised moment on C-SPAN, Speaker Mike Johnson was directly challenged by a military mom to push forward legislation ensuring pay for active-duty forces during the ongoing government shutdown. The mother, identified only 👉 Full story
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October 9, 2025
Schumer's Standoff Strategy: Senator Gains Support Amid Shutdown Scramble
In a surprising turn of events, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is slowly transforming skeptics into supporters, even as the shadow of past political concessions looms large. Following a criticized 👉 Full story
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October 9, 2025
Bipartisan Bill to Ensure Troop Pay During Shutdown Gains Republican Champion
In a noteworthy act of bipartisan cooperation, Rep. Ken Calvert, the influential House Republican responsible for defense funding, has endorsed a bill that ensures military personnel remain paid during the ongoing government shutdown. C 👉 Full story
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October 9, 2025
Chuck Schumer Garners Cautious Praise Amid Government Shutdown Stalemate
Chuck Schumer, once criticized for his conciliatory approach during past government standoffs, is now receiving cautious commendation from previous detractors for his handling of the ongoing government shutdown. The Senate Minority Lead 👉 Full story
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October 9, 2025
Maine Senate Race Heats Up as Graham Platner Gains Senate Support Against Party Favorite
Senate Democrats are increasingly showing support for Graham Platner, an oyster farmer and political newcomer, in the Maine Senate race, even as party leaders eye Governor Janet Mills as their preferred candidate. Platner, who has gaine 👉 Full story
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October 8, 2025
Trump Administration Considers Emergency Funding to Ensure Military Pay During Shutdown
As the U.S. government shutdown extends, President Donald Trump’s administration is exploring various strategies to ensure that military personnel receive their paychecks, according to two White House officials who spoke on the conditio 👉 Full story
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October 8, 2025
Vice President Vance Rushes to Indiana as GOP Redistricting Efforts Hit Roadblock
President Donald Trump's strategic initiative to redraw congressional districts mid-cycle faces significant hurdles in Indiana, prompting Vice President JD Vance to intervene directly. Top Republican officials in the state have expresse 👉 Full story
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October 8, 2025
IRS Halts Operations and Furloughs Half of Its Workforce Amid Continuing Government Shutdown
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced significant operational halts and a massive furlough affecting nearly half of its employees on Wednesday, a move that underscores the broad impacts of the ongoing government shutdown. The age 👉 Full story
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October 8, 2025
Speaker's Standoff: Johnson Clashes with Senate Democrats Amid Government Shutdown and Epstein Document Dispute
In a dramatic confrontation on Capitol Hill, Speaker Mike Johnson and Arizona Senators Ruben Gallego and Mark Kelly engaged in a heated exchange over the ongoing government shutdown and the delayed swearing-in of Arizona's Democratic Re 👉 Full story
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October 8, 2025
Stalemate Continues: Senate Fails Again to Pass Funding Bill Amid Shutdown
The US Senate, in a disheartening display of gridlock, failed for the sixth time on Wednesday to pass competing government funding bills. This persistent deadlock has exacerbated the frustrations surrounding the ongoing government shutd 👉 Full story
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October 8, 2025
Eleanor Holmes Norton's Reelection Bid Faces Hurdles Amid Fundraising Woes and Retirement Speculation
As the political landscape buzzes with the fervor of upcoming elections, longtime Washington congressional Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton faces an uphill battle, having raised a mere $3,200 for her reelection a href="https://votermaker. 👉 Full story
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October 8, 2025
DNC Audit Reveals Strategic Missteps in 2024 Presidential Election Loss
In a detailed audit of their 2024 presidential campaign, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) has pinpointed several strategic errors that contributed to their defeat, including late spending and a pi 👉 Full story
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October 8, 2025
Speaker Johnson Accuses Senate Democrats of Prolonging Shutdown, Cites Local Hardships
Speaker Mike Johnson escalated his criticism of Senate Democrats on Wednesday for their role in the ongoing government shutdown, specifically pointing out the adverse effects in their home states during a detailed press conference. John 👉 Full story
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October 8, 2025
Tennessee House Primary Exposes Democratic Party's Generational Rift
In the upcoming Democratic primary in Tennessee, a significant generational battle is taking shape, highlighting a broader national debate. State Rep. Justin Pearson, a vibrant 30-year-old lawmaker, is challenging Rep. Steve Cohen, a se 👉 Full story
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October 8, 2025
Michigan Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed Apologizes for Ill-Timed Fundraising Email on Hamas Attack Anniversary
Michigan Democratic Senate hopeful Abdul El-Sayed has publicly acknowledged a significant misstep by his campaign concerning a fundraising email sent on the sensitive anniversary of the Hamas attack on I 👉 Full story
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October 8, 2025
Trump's Off-Script Moves Complicate GOP's Unified Shutdown Stance
One week into the government shutdown, the Republican party strives for a unified message, but President Donald Trump's spontaneous remarks are stirring confusion. Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune are adamant a 👉 Full story
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October 7, 2025
Senate Approves Over 100 Trump Nominees in Historic Bloc Vote
In an unprecedented move, the Senate Republicans approved more than 100 of President Donald Trump's nominees on Tuesday, significantly reducing the backlog of candidates pending a confirmation vote. This sweeping approval follows a rece 👉 Full story
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October 7, 2025
Republican Disarray Intensifies as Government Shutdown Enters Second Week
One week has passed since the government shutdown began, and the rift within the Republican leadership is becoming increasingly evident. Despite efforts to present a unified stance against Democrats, President Donald Trump, Speaker Mike 👉 Full story
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October 7, 2025
GOP Leaders at Odds Over Solution to Troop Pay During Shutdown
As the government shutdown extends into its second week, a public split has emerged between two top Republican leaders over how to ensure troops and essential workers get paid. Speaker Mike Johnson suggested the possibility of emergency 👉 Full story
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October 7, 2025
Attorney General Pam Bondi Challenges Senator Adam Schiff Over Trump Impeachment During Fiery Senate Exchange
Just weeks after being harshly criticized by FBI Director Kash Patel, Senator Adam Schiff faced another formidable opponent in Attorney General Pam Bondi during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. The exchange underscored enduring ten 👉 Full story
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October 7, 2025
Sen. Hawley Misrepresents FBI Actions in Judiciary Committee, Claims Phone Tapping
Sen. Josh Hawley stirred controversy this week by claiming that the FBI had tapped the phones of eight U.S. senators during the investigation led by special counsel Jack Smith into former President Donald Trump's attempts to overturn th 👉 Full story
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October 7, 2025
Bondi Challenges Durbin in Heated Senate Debate Over National Guard Deployment in Chicago
In a fiery exchange during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Tuesday, Attorney General Pam Bondi criticized Democrats, particularly Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois, regarding the federal response to violence in Chicago. Bondi's te 👉 Full story
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October 7, 2025
Speaker Mike Johnson Responds to Rep. Greene's Critique on GOP's Health Care Strategy Amid Shutdown
In a recent turn of events, Speaker Mike Johnson addressed the stark criticism from fellow Republican, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, regarding the GOP leadership's handling of health care subsidies set to 👉 Full story
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October 7, 2025
Peter Navarro Joins Attorney General Bondi in Senate Showdown Over DOJ's Alleged Misuse Under Trump
In a highly anticipated appearance at the Senate Judiciary Committee's annual oversight hearing, Attorney General Pam Bondi faced intense scrutiny not only from the committee members but also from the public eye as she defended the acti 👉 Full story
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October 7, 2025
Capitol Stalemate: Talks on Healthcare Amid Shutdown Stir Hopes and Tensions
In Washington D.C., the government shutdown continues as President Donald Trump and Democratic leaders send mixed signals about potential discussions regarding the ongoing healthcare deadlock. While Trump hinted at ongoing conversations 👉 Full story
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October 7, 2025
Pam Bondi Showcases Unwavering Support for Donald Trump in Recent Speech
In a recent public address, Pam Bondi, the former Florida Attorney General, delivered a glowing appraisal of former President Donald Trump, underscoring her steadfast support for his policies and leadership style. Bondi, who has been a 👉 Full story
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October 7, 2025
Democrats Unmoved by Trump's Threat of Mass Federal Layoffs Amid Shutdown
President Donald Trump's recent declaration of impending mass firings within the federal workforce has not swayed Democrats, who remain steadfast amidst a tense government shutdown now entering its second week. According to Trump, these 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Senate Stalemate Continues as Fifth Vote to End Shutdown Fails
The U.S. Senate appears locked in a perpetual cycle of futility as it voted down two competing stopgap spending bills for the fifth consecutive time on Monday, deepening the impasse that has shuttered parts of the federal government. Th 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Schumer Counters Trump's Claim on Bipartisan Healthcare Negotiations Amid Shutdown
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has openly refuted President Donald Trump's assertion that there are ongoing bipartisan discussions concerning health care reform linked to the expiring health insurance subsidies. Trump had indicate 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Senate GOP Claims FBI Overreach in Phone Record Requests During Trump Investigation

In a recent revelation that has stirred controversy, several Republican Senators claim that the FBI, during the Biden administration, requested their phone records as part of an investigation into former President Donald Trump's alleged

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October 6, 2025
Illinois Senator Warns: Unilateral National Guard Deployments Could Target Any State
In a striking appeal to bipartisan sensibilities, Illinois Senator Dick Durbin voiced deep concerns over the recent deployment of out-of-state National Guard troops to Chicago by President Donald Trump. This unprecedented move, executed 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Kevin O'Leary Criticizes US Government's Financial Involvement in Intel as a 'Waste of Taxpayer Dollars'
In a recent statement, notable entrepreneur and television personality Kevin O'Leary expressed strong criticism regarding the U.S. government's investment in tech giant Intel, labeling it a "waste of taxpayer dollars." O'Leary, known fo 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Michigan Senate Candidate McMorrow Labels Gaza Conflict as Genocide, Stirs Heated Primary Debate
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — In a bold move that has intensified the Democratic primary race for Michigan’s U.S. Senate seat, Mallory McMorrow has declared the ongoing war in Gaza a genocide. This statement marks a significant shift in her sta 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
CBS Appoints Bari Weiss as Editor-in-Chief in Strategic Move to Reshape News Landscape
In a bold stride aimed at redefining its news division, CBS News has announced the appointment of Bari Weiss, co-founder and CEO of The Free Press, as its new editor-in-chief. This announcement comes on the heels of Paramount's merger w 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Speaker Mike Johnson Declines Hakeem Jeffries' Challenge for Live Shutdown Debate
In a bold move amidst a protracted government shutdown, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has challenged Speaker Mike Johnson to a public floor debate, aiming to illuminate the ongoing budget impasse that has paralyzed federal agenc 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Texas GOP Senate Primary Heats Up as Wesley Hunt Joins the Race

In a surprising twist to the Texas GOP Senate primary, Rep. Wesley Hunt has announced his candidacy, intensifying the competition against incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton. This addition promises to transform an

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October 6, 2025
Maine’s Rep. Jared Golden Faces Stiff Primary Challenge from the Left

In a surprising twist in Maine politics, Representative Jared Golden, known for his moderate Democratic stance, now confronts a challenge from the left flank of his party as he gears up for re-election. Golden, who captured a district t

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October 6, 2025
Amy McGrath Launches Second Senate Campaign, Aiming to Claim McConnell's Kentucky Seat
Amy McGrath, a retired Marine fighter pilot, declared on Monday her second bid for the U.S. Senate in Kentucky, targeting the seat of the retiring long-serving Senator Mitch McConnell. McGrath, who previously challenged McConnell in 201 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Capitol Gridlock Continues: Senate Stalemate on Shutdown and ACA Subsidies
As the U.S. government shutdown enters its second week, Senate attempts to pass a funding stopgap are met with stiff resistance and diminishing hopes of a quick resolution. Scheduled for Monday evening, the critical vote aims to break t 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Persistent Bias: New Poll Shows Americans Still Hesitant to Elect Female President
In a revealing new study from American University, shared exclusively with POLITICO, a significant section of the U.S. electorate appears reluctant to elect a female president, despite a general endorsement of more women in political of 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Roy Cooper's Historic $14.5 Million Haul Sets Stage for Epic Senate Showdown
Former North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has kicked off his Senate campaign with a financial bang, raising a staggering $14.5 million in just over two months. This remarkable achievement not only smashe 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Jesse Jackson Jr. Seeks Redemption and Re-election to Former Congressional Seat
CHICAGO — In a move that marks a significant return to the political arena, Jesse Jackson Jr. is set to announce his candidacy for the Illinois congressional seat he resigned from over a decade ago amid a scandal. The former U.S. Repres 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
Democrats Strategize to Overcome Crime Issue Ahead of 2026 Midterms Amid Trump’s Tough-on-Crime Campaign
Democrats are proactively refining their stance on crime as the 2026 midterm elections approach, aiming to counteract former President Donald Trump's dominant law-and-order messaging. A new internal polling memo, reviewed exclusively by 👉 Full story
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October 6, 2025
U.S. Government Shutdown: Battle Lines Drawn as Deadlock Threatens to Extend
As the U.S. government shutdown stretches into its second week, officials from both major political parties are showing no signs of yielding, setting the stage for what could be a protracted battle with significant consequences. Despite 👉 Full story
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October 3, 2025
Congress in Standoff: House Adjourns Amid Senate Disagreement on Shutdown Solution
The House of Representatives will not reconvene next week, extending its hiatus as the Senate continues to grapple with a resolution to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This decision was confirmed during a brief pro forma sessio 👉 Full story
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October 3, 2025
Stalemate Continues: U.S. Government Shutdown Enters Second Week Amid Senate Deadlock
As the U.S. government shutdown stretches into another week, the Senate remains deadlocked, having rejected yet another proposal to reopen federal agencies. The latest development sees the Senate adjourned until Monday, with plans to vo 👉 Full story
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October 3, 2025
Cori Bush Announces Candidacy for Missouri Congressional Seat, Pledging Bold Leadership

Former Representative Cori Bush (D-Mo.) is entering the political fray once more, aiming to reclaim her Congressional seat in St. Louis. Bush’s reentry into the political scene was declared through a compelling video on X on Friday, sig

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October 3, 2025
Senate GOP Leverages Democratic Desperation in Shutdown Standoff
It’s crunch time in the Senate as the clock ticks down to the government shutdown deadline, with no clear resolution in sight. However, Senate Republicans are pinning their hopes on a strategy that might force the Democrats into a corne 👉 Full story
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October 3, 2025
Artists with an Edge: The Week's Best Political Cartoons Unveiled
Every week, a brigade of sharp-witted cartoonists armed with nothing but pens, ink, and an unyielding sense of satire sets the political scene ablaze. Across the nation, these artists delve into the tumultuous arena of politics, offerin 👉 Full story
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October 3, 2025
Jeanne Shaheen: The Key Democrat in Ending the Government Shutdown
If the current government shutdown is to be resolved swiftly, the Republicans might have to negotiate terms with a notably influential Senate Democrat. New Hampshire Senator Jeanne Shaheen has become a pivotal figure in the ongoing bipa 👉 Full story
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October 2, 2025
Top Democrat on Oversight Committee Calls for Investigation into White House's Shutdown Messaging
Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.), the leading Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, has urged acting Special Counsel Jamieson Greer to launch an investigation into the White House's communications regarding the ongoing government shut 👉 Full story
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October 2, 2025
Shutdown Stalemate: Senate Delays Vote, Extending Government Closure
Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced on Thursday that weekend votes in the Senate are "unlikely," indicating the government shutdown will extend into the following week. Thune's statement sets the stage for continued disruption a 👉 Full story
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October 2, 2025
Speaker Mike Johnson Stands Firm: No Negotiations on Shutdown as Tensions Escalate
In a resolute move, Speaker Mike Johnson declared on Thursday that there is no room for negotiation to end the government shutdown, urging Senate Democrats to accept a House-approved temporary funding measure. Addressing the press outsi 👉 Full story
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October 2, 2025
Republicans and Democrats Clash Over Government Shutdown and Vought’s Aggressive Cuts
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has expressed concern over the direction White House budget director Russ Vought is taking amid the current government shutdown. Thune, while distancing himself from Vought's severe budget cuts, pointed 👉 Full story
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October 2, 2025
Trump Consults With Budget Director on Cutting "Democrat Agencies" Amid Government Shutdown
President Donald Trump is set to discuss potential cuts to what he calls “Democrat Agencies” with Russ Vought, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, as the government shutdown stretches into its second day. The conversati 👉 Full story
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October 2, 2025
Stalemate in Washington: Thune Sees Shutdown End Tied to Democratic Shift on Funding Bill
As the government shutdown drags on, bipartisan efforts to address expiring Obamacare subsidies have intensified, yet a clear path to resolution remains elusive. This deadlock persists despite growing momentum in member-level discussion 👉 Full story
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October 2, 2025
Hakeem Jeffries Elevates Profile Amid Government Shutdown Showdown
In the political theater of Washington, D.C., House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is moving from the wings to center stage. The New York Democrat, who has maintained a relatively low profile for nearly three years, is now using the go 👉 Full story
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October 1, 2025
Senate Majority Leader John Thune Proposes a Path to End the Shutdown Amidst Healthcare Talks
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has outlined a potential resolution to the ongoing government shutdown, which began less than 24 hours ago. In an exclusive interview from his Capitol office, Thune expressed readiness to engage in disc 👉 Full story
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October 1, 2025
Pope Leo XIV Supports Senator Dick Durbin Amidst Controversy Over Award
Illinois Senator Dick Durbin expressed that he was “overwhelmed” by Pope Leo XIV's backing this week, following a contentious fallout over an award from the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago. The award, intended to honor Durbin for his im 👉 Full story
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October 1, 2025
Bipartisan Senators Forge Path to End Government Shutdown Amid Stalemate
In the wake of another failed attempt at passing funding bills, a promising bipartisan coalition of U.S. senators, informally dubbed the "gang," has begun to emerge as a potential solution to the current government shutdown. During disc 👉 Full story