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September 19, 2025
House Oversight Republicans Detail Acosta's Testimony on Epstein Plea Deal
In a pivotal closed-door session on Friday, former U.S. Attorney Alex Acosta provided his account of the controversial plea deal with Jeffrey Epstein, defending his actions to the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee. This te 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
Trump Blames Democrats for Potential Shutdown After Senate Rejects Funding Bill
President Donald Trump on Friday accused Senate Democrats of intentionally sabotaging a House-approved stopgap funding measure, thus edging the government closer to a shutdown. From the Oval Office, Trump expressed his frustrations, hig 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
Kamala Harris Unleashes on Democratic Leaders in Explosive New Memoir
In an unexpected and fearless move, Kamala Harris targets a broad array of Democratic heavyweights, including Joe Biden and several key party figures, in her new book “107 Days.” The memoir, which documents the tumultuous period followi 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
Democrats Criticize Acosta for Lack of Remorse Over Epstein Plea Deal in Tense Oversight Meeting

In a contentious session with the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, Democrats expressed dissatisfaction with Alex Acosta, the former U.S. Attorney in South Florida, over his role in brokering a lenient plea deal for Jeffr

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September 19, 2025
Shutdown Showdown: Senate Stalemate Threatens Government Closure as Deadline Looms
The standoff over government funding has reached a critical point as the Senate rejected two short-term proposals on Friday, with no clear solution in sight before the fiscal year ends on September 30. This leaves the government on the 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
Congressional Black Caucus Criticizes Resolution Honoring Charlie Kirk as Endorsement of Divisive Ideals
Members of the Congressional Black Caucus have openly criticized a bipartisan resolution passed by the House to honor the late conservative organizer Charlie Kirk. The caucus contends that the resolution endorses Kirk's controversial vi 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
Senate GOP Blocks Democratic Bid to Extend Government Funding with Healthcare Additions
Senate Republicans on Friday struck down a Democratic-led bill that sought to keep the federal government operational beyond the end of September while integrating key healthcare policies. The vote, ending in a 47-45 rejection, undersco 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
House Oversight Committee Receives Epstein Files from Treasury Department
Rep. James Comer, the chair of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, announced on Friday that his committee has started to receive documents from the Treasury Department as part of its probe into the agency's role in the 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
House Passes Stopgap Funding Bill Amid Tensions, Eyes on Senate for Next Moves
The U.S. House of Representatives successfully passed a seven-week stopgap funding bill, intensifying the race against the clock to prevent a government shutdown slated for October 1, when the existing funding agreements expire. The fat 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
House Unites in Condemning Political Violence with Resolution Honoring Slain Activist Charlie Kirk
In a rare show of bipartisanship, the House of Representatives passed a resolution on Friday to honor Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist tragically assassinated last week in Utah. With a vote tally of 310-58, the resolution saw sub 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
2026 Midterm Elections: Weighted Vest Women Emerge as Key Swing Voters
One of the Republican party's esteemed pollsters has identified a fresh segment of swing voters who might significantly influence the 2026 midterm elections: the weighted vest women. This group has been making waves, both in real neighb 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
Speaker Johnson Proposes Security Funding Boost Amid Tensions Over Budget Stopgap
In a pivotal moment that could define the upcoming fiscal strategies, Speaker Mike Johnson hinted on Friday at the introduction of a member security supplemental package in October. This move comes as Johnson navigates through internal 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
Capitol Braces for Showdown: Congress Races Against Time to Prevent Shutdown
As Capitol Hill buzzes with urgency, both the House and Senate are poised to cast crucial votes today on separate continuing resolutions (CRs) aimed at keeping the government operational beyond the current fiscal year. With lawmakers sc 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
Late-Night Hosts Rally Behind Jimmy Kimmel Amidst Accusations of Trump-Era Censorship
America's late-night luminaries united in solidarity on Thursday, voicing their support for suspended talk show host Jimmy Kimmel and levying serious accusations of authoritarianism against President Donald Trump. ABC faced intense scru 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
RFK Jr. Spearheads Anti-Vaccine Movement's Push into Red States Amidst Growing Challenges
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his allies are intensifying efforts to dismantle vaccine mandates in schools and healthcare facilities, pivoting their focus to states like Louisiana, Texas, and Idaho. This a href="https://vot 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
Artists With Attitude: This Week's Political Cartoons Stir the Pot
Every week, a rollicking band of cartoonists from coast to coast dips their brushes into the vibrant ink of political discourse, sketching the absurdities and ironies that populate the American political landscape. Edited by the keen-ey 👉 Full story
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September 19, 2025
Trump's TikTok Tango: A Dance of Defiance and Dubious Deals
In an extraordinary twist of events that could only unfold in the high-stakes theatre of Washington D.C., President Donald Trump’s administration has turned the TikTok ban into a saga of constitutional c 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Democrats Seize on Kimmel Controversy to Reframe Cancel Culture Debate
In an energized response to the suspension of late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel, Democratic leaders have launched a series of actions, including investigations and demands for resignations within the Federal Communications Commission (FC 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Senate Unanimously Approves Funding Flexibility for Member Security Following Tragic Event
In a significant parliamentary move late Thursday, the U.S. Senate approved a rules change that will allow Senators to allocate official office funds towards personal security enhancements. This decision comes on the heels of the assass 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
GOP Launches New Investigation into Capitol Riot, Requests Data from DOJ and Other Entities
In a bold move signaling a fresh probe into the January 6 Capitol attack, the newly formed GOP-led committee has reached out to several key institutions and businesses, including the Department of Justice and the University of Virginia. 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Senate Prepares for Critical Showdown With Votes on Dueling Funding Bills This Friday
Senators are gearing up for a pivotal day on Capitol Hill this Friday, as they prepare to vote on two competing proposals aimed at averting a government shutdown. With the clock ticking towards the September 30 deadline, tensions are hi 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
House Republican Whip Questions Need for Nationwide Crime Bill Amid Local Initiatives
In a striking divergence from some of his party's recent rhetoric, House Republican Whip Tom Emmer has expressed skepticism about the necessity of a nationwide crime bill, advocating instead for local solutions to tackle the issue. This 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Senate GOP Utilizes ‘Nuclear’ Option to Confirm 48 Trump Nominees in a Single Sweep
In a dramatic shift in Senate operations, Republicans have expedited the confirmation of 48 of President Donald Trump’s nominees through a single vote. This move comes shortly after the GOP changed Senate rules to allow group confirmati 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Challenge on Capitol Hill: Eleanor Holmes Norton Faces Stiff Competition from Protégé Robert White

Washington, D.C. finds itself at a political crossroads as Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton, a stalwart voice for the District since 1990, confronts her most formidable primary challenge in over three decades. Robert White, a D.C. Council mem

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September 18, 2025
DC Leaders Defend Crime Policies Against GOP Criticism on Capitol Hill
In a heated Capitol Hill session, District of Columbia’s top officials confronted a barrage of criticism from Republican lawmakers over the city's handling of crime. Mayor Muriel Bowser, council chair Phil Mendelson, and attorney genera 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Jimmy Kimmel's Suspension Sparks a National Controversy Over Free Speech and Media Regulation
Jimmy Kimmel, a staple of late-night television, has been indefinitely suspended from his show, setting off a heated debate across the political spectrum about the boundaries of free speech and the role of government in media. The suspe 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
GOP Strategizes to Corner Senate with Tight Schedule on Funding Measure
In a high-stakes maneuver, House Republican leaders are reportedly considering a bold strategy to push through a seven-week stopgap funding measure this Friday, subsequently adjourning the session until after the looming government shut 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Obama Criticizes White House for Encouraging 'Cancel Culture' Amid Kimmel's Suspension
Former President Barack Obama has voiced strong criticism against the Trump administration following the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's late-night show by Disney. This controversy stems from comments made by Kimmel that linked the suspect 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Rift in GOP: Nancy Mace's Censure Motion Falls Short Amidst Party Disagreement
In the halls of Congress, a dramatic confrontation is unfolding between GOP Representatives Nancy Mace of South Carolina and Cory Mills of Florida, following a narrowly defeated censure motion against Democrat Rep. Ilhan Omar, spotlight 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Anti-Abortion Group to Advise GOP on Impact of Obamacare Subsidies on Abortion Funding
House Republicans are set to receive guidance from Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America, a prominent anti-abortion organization, regarding the potential impacts of extending Obamacare subsidies. This briefing comes at a critical moment as 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Erika Kirk Steps Up as TPUSA Leader After Tragic Loss of Charlie Kirk
In a poignant turn of events, Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, has been appointed the new chief executive and board chair of Turning Point USA (TPUSA), a leading conservative youth organization. Th 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Pence Advocates for Civility, Not Trials, in Response to Charlie Kirk's Assassination
Former Vice President Mike Pence has called for the nation to avoid "putting America on trial" following the assassination of political commentator Charlie Kirk. In a recent CNBC interview, Pence emphasized the importance of civility in 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Capitol Conundrum: Democrats Edge Toward Shutdown Amid Unclear Goals
Democrats are teetering on the brink of a government shutdown as they adopt a hard-line strategy to coax Republicans into negotiations over government funding. However, their specific goals remain somewhat murky. The primary intent appe 👉 Full story
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September 18, 2025
Democrats Push Against GOP Funding Bill as Shutdown Nears
As the clock ticks down to a critical government funding deadline, Democrats are setting the stage for a potential showdown by opposing a Republican stopgap measure. With the deadline just two weeks away, Democratic leaders are hardenin 👉 Full story
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September 17, 2025
GOP Defections Thwart Censure Motion Against Rep. Ilhan Omar
In a narrow vote that underscored internal GOP divisions, several Republicans broke ranks to join Democrats in defeating a measure aimed at censuring Rep. Ilhan Omar. The proposed censure, spearheaded by Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), sought 👉 Full story
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September 17, 2025
Impending Retirement of Comptroller General Sets Stage for Trump to Influence Congressional Watchdog
More than three dozen lawmakers are set to depart from Congress next year, but it’s the upcoming retirement of Comptroller General Gene Dodaro, head of the Government Accountability Office (GAO), that could significantly alter the balan 👉 Full story
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September 17, 2025
Democrats Introduce Alternative Funding Bill Amid Tensions Over Potential Government Shutdown
Congressional Democrats have launched a counter-move in the looming government shutdown standoff, unveiling their own stopgap funding bill late Wednesday. This proposal, which aims to keep federal agencies operational until October 31, 👉 Full story
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September 17, 2025
Kash Patel Faces Intense Scrutiny Over Epstein Files in Congressional Hearings
Kash Patel, the FBI Director, has been at the center of a heated controversy as he testified on Capitol Hill this week regarding the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Over two days, Patel faced relentless questioning from Democrats 👉 Full story
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September 17, 2025
House Set for Crucial Friday Vote Amid Shutdown Threats and Partisan Standoff
Republican leaders are steadfast in pushing through a stopgap funding bill by Friday as tensions with Democrats, who are proposing an alternative, escalate the possibility of a government shutdown starting October 1. House Majority Lead 👉 Full story
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September 17, 2025
Jim Jordan Targets Adam Schiff in Fiery FBI Oversight Hearing
House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan initiated FBI Director Kash Patel’s second Congressional oversight hearing with pointed criticism directed at former colleague and current Senator, Adam Schiff. Jordan questioned Schiff's integrity, open 👉 Full story
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September 17, 2025
Court Rulings on Epstein Files: FBI Director Patel Faces Scrutiny Over Non-Disclosure Claims
FBI Director Kash Patel found himself at the center of a heated debate during Congressional oversight hearings on Wednesday, asserting that he is legally prevented from releasing crucial documents tied to Jeffrey Epstein, the notorious 👉 Full story
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September 17, 2025
Political Tensions Escalate as Impeachment Threats Intertwine with Congressional Censure Battles
In a dramatic twist of partisan politics, Representative Marc Veasey (D-Texas) has announced plans to initiate impeachment proceedings against two of President Donald Trump’s top law enforcement officials. This development is part of a 👉 Full story
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September 17, 2025
Brad Raffensperger Announces Run for Georgia Governor Amid GOP Tensions
Republican Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger has thrown his hat into the ring for the 2026 Georgia gubernatorial race, setting the stage for a potentially fractious primary within his party. Raffensperger, known for his steadfast re 👉 Full story
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September 17, 2025
Capitol Standoff: Democrats Reject GOP's Stopgap Funding Bill, Risking Shutdown
Democrats have vehemently opposed the recent stopgap funding bill proposed by Republicans, setting the stage for a potential government shutdown as the October 1 deadline looms near. The contention centers around the bill's failure to a 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
SKDK Ends Contract with Israeli Government Amid Controversy Over Media Strategies
Top Democratic public affairs firm SKDK has terminated its promotional contract with the Israeli government, which primarily focused on portraying Israel's position regarding its conflict in Gaza. This decision abruptly ends a relations 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
House Oversight Committee Unveils New Epstein Documents Amid Ongoing Investigation
The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, under GOP leadership, disclosed a fresh batch of investigative materials related to Jeffrey Epstein, the late convicted sex offender, on Tuesday. This release includes a pivotal trans 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
Senate Democrats Unveil Counterproposal to GOP’s Stopgap Funding Bill Amid Shutdown Threat
Senate Democrats are set to introduce a new stopgap spending bill aimed at preventing a government shutdown on October 1, challenging the current Republican-led proposal with additional healthcare provisions and limitations on President 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
Sen. Amy Klobuchar Highlights AI & Tech Priorities at POLITICO Summit
At the recent POLITICO AI & Tech Summit, Senator Amy Klobuchar delved deep into the pressing issues surrounding the ever-evolving realm of artificial intelligence and technology. The summit, which has become a cornerstone event for poli 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
Top Democrats Oppose GOP's Stopgap Funding Bill, Cite Risks of Healthcare Crisis and Government Shutdown
Democratic leadership has voiced strong opposition against the recently unveiled GOP-led stopgap funding bill, signaling a deepening rift in Congress as the possibility of a government shutdown looms just two weeks away. Senate Minority 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
Capitol Clash: Schiff and Patel's Fiery Exchange Disrupts Senate Hearing
The Senate Judiciary Committee hearing was thrown into chaos on Tuesday as a long-standing feud between Democratic Senator Adam Schiff of California and FBI Director Kash Patel erupted into a full-blown shouting match. Tempers flared du 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
House Reaffirms Delegation of Tariff Authority to President Trump Amid Tight Vote
In a tightly contested decision on Tuesday, House Republicans voted predominantly in favor of extending President Donald Trump's authority to impose global tariffs, a move that underscores the ongoing debate over the balance of power be 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
House GOP Aims to Fuse Central Bank Digital Currency Ban with Crypto Regulation Bill
House Republicans are making a strategic move to merge two significant pieces of legislation: a ban on the Federal Reserve creating its own digital currency and a comprehensive bill aimed at regulating cryptocurrency markets. This decis 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
Senator Ted Cruz Defends Hate Speech Protections Following Charlie Kirk’s Tragic Death
In the wake of the shocking murder of conservative figure Charlie Kirk, Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has vocally reaffirmed the constitutional safeguarding of what many consider hate speech, underlining a complex national dialogue about f 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
Senator Klobuchar Labels Section 230 as a Threat to Democracy, Calls for Reform
In a striking critique of internet law, Senator Amy Klobuchar has vehemently labeled Section 230 of the 1996 Communications Decency Act as "a problem for our democracy," signaling a renewed push for legislative reform. This controversia 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
House Republicans Propose Temporary Funding Bill to Avoid Shutdown and Boost Security
In a strategic move to prevent a looming government shutdown, House Republican leaders unveiled a stopgap funding bill late Tuesday afternoon. The 91-page measure aims to keep federal agencies operational through November 21, providing 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
House to Vote on Resolution Honoring Slain Conservative Activist Charlie Kirk
In a move that underscores the current polarized political environment, the House of Representatives is preparing to vote on a resolution that pays tribute to Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist whose recent assassination has sparked 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
FCC Chair Brendan Carr Highlights Regulatory Frameworks for AI at POLITICO’s 2025 AI & Tech Summit
At the recent POLITICO’s 2025 AI & Tech Summit, FCC Chair Brendan Carr provided a comprehensive overview of the emerging challenges and regulatory frameworks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) and technology. The summit, which 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
Republican Senator Urges FBI Director for Swift Release of Epstein Case Files Amid Ongoing Scrutiny
In a pointed exchange during the Senate Judiciary Committee's oversight hearing on Tuesday, Louisiana Republican Senator John Kennedy pressed FBI Director Kash Patel for an accelerated release of files related to the Jeffrey Epstein inv 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
Capitol Showdown: Thune Dismisses Schumer's Calls for Negotiation as Shutdown Looms
Senate Majority Leader John Thune shot back at Democratic efforts to open bipartisan negotiations on government funding, highlighting the tension-filled political maneuvers as the deadline to avoid a shutdown draws near. "Chuck Schumer 👉 Full story
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September 16, 2025
Sessions: DOGE Still an Active Component in Government Operations
In an unexpected turn of events, the once-popular cryptocurrency Dogecoin (DOGE), known for its meme-inspired origins, has found a stable and ongoing role within certain government operations, according 👉 Full story