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August 1, 2025
Congressional Testimony of Ghislaine Maxwell Postponed Pending Supreme Court Decision
The House Oversight Committee has announced the indefinite postponement of Ghislaine Maxwell's scheduled deposition. Maxwell, known for her association with the late Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, was expected to testify bef 👉 Full story
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August 1, 2025
Senate Strives to Push Through Spending Bills Amid Nomination Standoff
The Senate is gearing up for a crucial session this Friday, aiming to resolve a deadlock and advance key spending legislation, signaling a potential breakthrough after several days marked by legislative stalemates. Simultaneously, a con 👉 Full story
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August 1, 2025
GOP Town Halls Turn Tumultuous Amid Tax and Spending Law Debates
House Republicans are encountering fierce opposition at town hall meetings as they attempt to promote President Donald Trump's recent tax and spending legislation. The summer has sparked a series of heated engagements with constituents, 👉 Full story
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August 1, 2025
Capitol Crunch: Trump, Schumer, and Thune in High-Stakes Negotiation as Senate Faces Extended Session
As the Senate's summer break approaches, the atmosphere in Washington is anything but relaxed. Key players, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune, Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, and President Donald Trump, are locked in a delicate 👉 Full story
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August 1, 2025
Roy Cooper Takes Early Lead in North Carolina Senate Race According to First Public Poll
Roy Cooper, the Democratic former governor of North Carolina, has emerged with a significant early lead in the highly anticipated 2026 Senate race, a new poll shows. The Emerson College poll, which was released on Friday, indicates Coop 👉 Full story
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August 1, 2025
Sarah McBride Calls for a Kinder Democratic Party to Win Back Voter Trust
In a candid conversation on POLITICO’s podcast “The Conversation,” Rep. Sarah McBride of Delaware shared her straightforward diagnosis of the Democratic Party's current struggle with voter appeal. McBride, a first-term representative, d 👉 Full story
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August 1, 2025
Sharp Lines and Satire: A Look at This Week's Political Cartoons
Every week, a unique blend of art and politics manifests in newspapers and online platforms across the nation. Political cartoonists, armed with nothing more than a pen and their wit, dive into the tumultuous waters of current a href="h 👉 Full story
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August 1, 2025
Trump's Political War Chest Surges, Setting Stage for 2026 Midterm Influence
President Donald Trump’s political operation is amassing a formidable treasury, signaling his intention to wield substantial influence in the 2026 midterm elections despite being barred from seeking reelection. Recent filings with the F 👉 Full story
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July 31, 2025
Trump Targets Senator Susan Collins Over Voting Record Amid GOP Senate Concerns
In a striking move that underscores internal Republican tensions, President Donald Trump has publicly criticized Senator Susan Collins of Maine, questioning her alignment with key GOP legislative priorities. This comes at a time when ma 👉 Full story
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July 31, 2025
Heavy Hitters in Finance Back Trump Allies’ PAC Against Rep. Thomas Massie

In a significant development in Kentucky politics, GOP megadonor Paul Singer has emerged as the top contributor to a new super PAC, MAGA KY, aimed at defeating Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.). The PAC, which was set up by allies of former Pr

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July 31, 2025
Elon Musk's $10M GOP Donation Contrasts with His Public Rift with Trump
In a surprising twist of political theater, Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, contributed a hefty $10 million to Republican efforts to maintain control of Congress, despite his public disagreements with former President Donald Tru 👉 Full story
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July 31, 2025
Democratic Rep. Sara Jacobs Faces Intense Scrutiny Over U.S. Israel Policy Amid Gaza Crisis
Democratic Representative Sara Jacobs, a key figure in the ongoing debate within the Democratic Party regarding U.S. support for Israel, finds herself at the center of a political and ethical storm. As a Jewish congresswoman with family 👉 Full story
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July 31, 2025
New York City Mourns: Diverse Political Figures Unite at NYPD Officer's Funeral Amid Rising Tensions
In a solemn gathering that transcended political divides, New York City Mayor Eric Adams, former Governor Andrew Cuomo, and several mayoral candidates, including Zohran Mamdani and Curtis Sliwa, converged at the Parkchester Jame Masjid 👉 Full story
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July 31, 2025
RNC Chair Michael Whatley Announces Bid for North Carolina Senate Seat
Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley officially declared his candidacy for the U.S. Senate on Thursday, aiming to secure the seat of the retiring Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina. This announcement came shortly after 👉 Full story
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July 31, 2025
McBride Critiques Democratic Overreach in Comments on Transgender Issues
In a recent insightful interview, Sarah McBride, a prominent transgender advocate and politician, voiced concerns over what she described as 'overcorrections' by some members of her own Democratic Party in their comments about transgend 👉 Full story
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July 31, 2025
GOP Group Pours $6 Million into Campaign to Bolster Support for Controversial Megabill
In a bold move to sway public opinion, Americans for Prosperity (AFP), a prominent conservative organization, has unveiled a $6 million initiative aimed at defending a significant legislative proposal, commonly referred to as the megabi 👉 Full story
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July 31, 2025
Capitol Conundrum: Democrats Debate Resistance vs. Cooperation in Trump Era
Senate Democrats are currently at a pivotal crossroads, facing the challenge of halting President Donald Trump's agenda as Republicans push forward with spending bills and numerous nominations. The internal debate, described by Minority 👉 Full story
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July 31, 2025
Joe Biden's Quieter, More Introspective Post-Presidency Journey
For over half a century, Joe Biden's life was a whirlwind of public engagement, bustling with aides, media calls, and ceaseless activity. Richard Ben Cramer’s "What It Takes" paints a vivid picture of this era, depicting a home constant 👉 Full story
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July 31, 2025
Trump's Trade Threats Intensify as Canada Moves to Recognize Palestinian Statehood
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning that trade negotiations with Canada could be halted following Ottawa's announcement to recognize Palestinian statehood. This development adds fresh tension between the two nations a 👉 Full story
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July 30, 2025
Senate Democrats Face Tense Decisions as Shutdown Deadline Nears
Senate Democrats are currently at a crossroads, balancing the need to confront President Donald Trump with the practicalities of bipartisan cooperation. This week, they face crucial decisions regarding the advancement of Trump nominees 👉 Full story
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July 30, 2025
Hawley Clashes with Trump Over Landmark Stock Trading Ban Legislation
In a bold move that has sparked controversy within his own party, Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri has staunchly defended his proposed legislation aimed at banning stock trading among lawmakers, after facing harsh criticism from former P 👉 Full story
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July 30, 2025
Pat Leahy Warns Against Trump's Maneuver to Circumvent Senate in U.S. Attorney Appointments
Pat Leahy, the former Senate Judiciary chair who foresaw the potential for presidential overreach, issued a stark warning decades ago about the misuse of temporary U.S. attorney appointments. His concerns are now manifesting as Presiden 👉 Full story
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July 30, 2025
Zohran Mamdani Clarifies Stance on Policing Amid NYC Mayoral Race
With the New York City mayoral race heating up, Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani publicly distanced himself from his previous "defund the police" remarks, a stance he adopted in the wake of George Floyd's murder in 2020. Speaking at a 👉 Full story
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July 30, 2025
Senate Committee Advances Bill to Ban Congressional Stock Trading Amidst Partisan Tension

In a significant move toward government transparency, a Senate committee has narrowly approved a bill that would prohibit stock trading by lawmakers, the president, and the vice president. The decision came despite strong opposition fro

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July 30, 2025
White House Reverses NIH Funding Freeze After Bipartisan Pushback
In a dramatic turnaround, the Trump administration has lifted its recent halt on National Institutes of Health (NIH) spending following intense pressure from both sides of Congress. The abrupt freeze had sparked widespread concern among 👉 Full story
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July 30, 2025
Veteran Congressman Danny Davis Announces Retirement, Shaping a New Political Era for Chicago
Democratic Representative Danny Davis, a longstanding figure in Illinois politics, has declared that he will not seek reelection in 2026. This announcement, set to be officially made at a news conference on Thursday, marks the end of an 👉 Full story
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July 30, 2025
Trump Intensifies Campaign Against Senator Grassley Over Judicial Appointment Process
In a relentless overnight social media campaign, President Donald Trump has stepped up his pressure on Senator Chuck Grassley, the chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee, urging the Iowa Republican to e 👉 Full story
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July 30, 2025
Senate Democrats Invoke Obscure Law to Access Epstein Files, Intensifying Pressure on Trump's DOJ
In a bold move aimed at uncovering details surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, Senate Democrats are leveraging an obscure federal statute to compel the Trump administration to release comprehensive files associated with the disgrac 👉 Full story
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July 30, 2025
New Texas Congressional Map Could Bolster GOP Hold, Sparking Democratic Countermeasures
In a strategic maneuver poised to reshape the political landscape, Texas Republicans are set to introduce a new congressional map that will consolidate President Donald Trump’s influence by creating five districts he won by substantial 👉 Full story
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July 30, 2025
Capitol Clash: Insider Trading and Epstein Files Stir GOP Tensions
Speaker Mike Johnson faces a mounting dilemma as Capitol Hill’s agenda intensifies this September. In a move that underscores internal GOP fractures, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) is pushing forward with a discharge petition that coul 👉 Full story
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July 30, 2025
Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno Endorses Nate Morris in Key Kentucky Senate Race
In a significant endorsement that may sway conservative voters, Senator Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) has thrown his support behind businessman Nate Morris in the contentious race to fill the seat of retiring Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.). M 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Trump Urges Grassley to Bypass Democrats in Judicial Nominations
President Donald Trump has openly called on Chuck Grassley, the Senate Judiciary Chair, to push through judicial nominees without the support of Democratic senators from the nominees' home states. This move, according to Trump, could be 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Senate Narrowly Confirms Trump Pick Emil Bove to Third Circuit Amid Controversy
Emil Bove, once President Donald Trump's criminal defense attorney, has secured a lifetime seat on the Third Circuit Court of Appeals following a narrowly won Senate vote of 50-49. In a rare occurrence, Republican Senators Susan Collins 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Senator Cory Booker Criticizes Democratic Approach to Bipartisan Police Legislation
In a passionate display on the Senate floor, Senator Cory Booker from New Jersey openly criticized his fellow Democrats for their handling of police-related legislation, accusing them of lacking the courage to oppose President Donald Tr 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Zohran Mamdani Leads with a Strong Margin in Latest NYC Mayoral Poll
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A recent poll sponsored by supporters of Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee, indicates a promising route to Gracie Mansion for the Queens assemblymember. The survey places Mamdani at the forefront with

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July 29, 2025
Marjorie Taylor Greene Declines Georgia Governor Bid, Criticizes State GOP Leadership
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has publicly declined to enter the race for Georgia's governorship in the upcoming electoral cycle, despite expressing confidence in her potential to win such a campaign. This 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
House Minority Leader Jeffries to Meet Texas Democrats as Redistricting Tensions Escalate
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is set to convene with Texas Democrats on Wednesday, against a backdrop of contentious debate surrounding the state's congressional redistricting efforts. The meeting, confirmed by Jeffries' office 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Geoffrey Epstein Battles Name Recognition in Framingham Mayoral Race
Sometimes, sharing a name with a notorious figure can cast an unexpected shadow on one’s political ambitions. This is a challenge Geoffrey Epstein knows all too well as he campaigns to become the mayor of Framingham, Massachusetts, a si 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Ghislaine Maxwell Requests Delay and Conditions for Epstein Investigation Testimony
Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted associate of the late Jeffrey Epstein, is seeking to delay her congressional deposition, setting forth a series of conditions under which she would agree to cooperate with the House Oversight and Governm 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Senate Republicans Threaten Rule Changes Over Nomination Delays
Top Senate Republicans are issuing a stark warning to their Democratic counterparts: speed up the confirmation of President Donald Trump’s nominees or face changes to the Senate's rules. This ultimatum aims to clear a backlog of about 1 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Senators Reach Compromise to Remove Hemp Regulation from Ag Bill Amid Internal Clash
In a significant turn of events, Senators have decided to remove language aimed at tightening hemp regulations from the upcoming agriculture funding bill. This decision comes after a heated dispute betwe 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Roy Cooper's Record-Breaking $3.4 Million Launch Sets Stage for Heated 2026 Senate Race
Roy Cooper, the former Governor of North Carolina, has made a thunderous entry into the 2026 Senate race, amassing a staggering $3.4 million within the first 24 hours of his campaign. This unprecedented 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Senate Judiciary Democrats Call for Investigation into Emil Bove Amid New Whistleblower Allegations
Two prominent Senate Judiciary Committee Democrats, Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.), are pushing for the Justice Department’s inspector general to closely examine troubling allegations surrounding Emil Bove, Pre 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Wiley Nickel Bows Out of Senate Race, Endorses Roy Cooper in Strategic Democratic Shift
Former Representative Wiley Nickel has officially ended his campaign for the U.S. Senate seat in North Carolina, paving the way for a consolidated Democratic front. Nickel announced his decision on Tuesd 👉 Full story
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July 29, 2025
Senate Showdown: Trump's Nominee Confirmation Stirs Controversy Among Democrats
Senate Majority Leader John Thune is in the thick of a challenging confirmation backlog, with over 130 nominees awaiting Senate approval. President Donald Trump is pushing for significant movement on these confirmations before the Senat 👉 Full story
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July 28, 2025
Third Whistleblower Emerges Against Trump Nominee Emil Bove as Senate Vote Looms
In a last-minute twist that could impact the confirmation of President Donald Trump’s nominee for the Third Circuit Court of Appeals, Emil Bove, a third whistleblower has come forward with allegations against him. The Senate Judiciary C 👉 Full story
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July 28, 2025
Paul Dans Announces Senate Bid to Unseat Lindsey Graham, Leveraging Project 2025 Momentum
Paul Dans, the driving force behind the influential conservative policy blueprint Project 2025, declared on Monday his intention to contest the Republican primary against Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina. Dans’s entry into the race 👉 Full story
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July 28, 2025
Senate in Crunch Time: Thune Leads Charge on Funding and Trump's Nominations Before Recess
Senators are under the gun as they attempt to push through significant legislation and a slew of presidential nominations ahead of their August recess. Senate Majority Leader John Thune is at the helm, steering efforts to pass the first 👉 Full story
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July 27, 2025
FDA Official Highlights Gender Imbalance in Medical Research
In a revealing conversation hosted by The Conversation, Dr. Lisa Makary, a renowned figure at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), brought to light the persisting gender disparities entrenched within the realm of medical research. Th 👉 Full story
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July 27, 2025
FDA Commissioner Urges Attention to Parental Concerns on Food Dyes Linked to ADHD
In a recent statement, the FDA Commissioner emphasized the importance of considering parental observations when addressing the potential links between synthetic food dyes and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children. 👉 Full story
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July 27, 2025
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary Faces Industry Pressure Amidst MAHA Movement's Push for Healthier Food Policies
In a recent powerful dialogue with POLITICO’s Dasha Burns, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Martin Makary opens up about the pressures and initiatives shaping the future of food and drug regulation in the United States. A 👉 Full story
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July 26, 2025
Democrats Amplify Calls for U.S. Intervention in Gaza Amid Global Humanitarian Crisis Concerns
A surge in vocal concern from Democrats across the ideological spectrum is putting pressure on the Trump administration to address the escalating humanitarian crisis in Gaza. As global leaders and relief organizations issue urgent warni 👉 Full story
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July 26, 2025
Democrats Wrestle with Redistricting Strategies Amid Republican Advances
As the midterm elections approach, Democratic leaders across the United States are considering aggressive redistricting measures to counter Republican strategies, sparking a complex legal and political debate within the party. This redi 👉 Full story
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July 26, 2025
Democrats Hit Three-Decade Low in Popularity, New WSJ Poll Reveals
In a surprising twist in political sentiment, the Democratic Party has reached its lowest popularity level in thirty years, as revealed by a new Wall Street Journal poll. Despite ongoing concerns about President Donald Trump’s administr 👉 Full story
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July 26, 2025
White House in Turmoil as Epstein Files Cause Lingering Controversy
In recent weeks, the White House has found itself embroiled in a relentless storm following the release of documents related to the infamous financier Jeffrey Epstein. The controversy has sparked a nationwide discussion about accountabi 👉 Full story
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July 26, 2025
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary Stands Behind Vinay Prasad Amid Controversy
In a bold move that has captured the attention of the medical community and the public alike, FDA Commissioner Marty Makary has come out in defense of Dr. Vinay Prasad, a prominent medical researcher and commentator known for his critic 👉 Full story
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July 25, 2025
Ghislaine Maxwell's Congressional Testimony in Question Amid Legal Quandaries
A lawyer for Ghislaine Maxwell, the convicted sex trafficker linked to financier Jeffrey Epstein, indicated uncertainty regarding her upcoming congressional testimony. David Oscar Markus, Maxwell's attorney, disclosed that his client is 👉 Full story
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July 25, 2025
GOP Senators Call for Immediate Release of NIH Funds, Citing Health and Research Concerns
In a notable stance against the Trump administration's handling of allocated funds, Senator Katie Britt of Alabama, alongside thirteen other Republican senators, has urgently called for the swift release of National Institutes of Health 👉 Full story
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July 25, 2025
Ethics Panel Advises Pennsylvania Rep. Mike Kelly to Divest in Steel Company Amid Insider Trading Concerns
In a notable decision, the House Ethics Committee has called on Pennsylvania Republican Rep. Mike Kelly to divest his family's holdings in Cleveland-Cliffs, an Ohio-based steel manufacturer, due to potential conflict of interest concern 👉 Full story
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July 25, 2025
FDA Commissioner Signals Open Approach on Future Abortion Pill Regulations
In a recent public discussion, the Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) expressed that there are "no preconceived plans" regarding the regulation of abortion pills, signaling an open and adaptive approach as the agency 👉 Full story