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October 23, 2025
House Speaker Johnson Refuses to Convene Congress for Air Traffic Controller Pay, Blames Senate Democrats
In a decisive statement that has stirred up further controversy amid the ongoing government shutdown, House Speaker Mike Johnson declared that he will not reconvene the House to pass legislation specifically to pay air traffic controlle 👉 Full story
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October 23, 2025
Tragic Helicopter Crash Claims Lives of Illinois Governor Candidate's Family Members
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — In a devastating turn of events, the campaign of a Republican gubernatorial candidate in Illinois announced on Thursday the loss of four family me 👉 Full story
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October 23, 2025
Capitol Antsy: Senators Wrestle with Shutdown Prolongation as Trump Heads to Asia
The U.S. government shutdown, already a protracted affair, is poised to stretch into next week with no clear resolution in sight. The situation is exacerbated by President Donald Trump's departure to Asia on Friday, leaving the Capitol 👉 Full story
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October 23, 2025
Food Aid Program Faces Crisis as Government Shutdown Nears One-Month Milestone
As the U.S. government shutdown approaches its one-month anniversary, congressional Democrats are steadfast in their position despite mounting pressures, including missed paychecks, halted infrastructure projects, and widespread layoffs 👉 Full story
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October 23, 2025
Senate Republicans Withdraw Support for Controversial Nominee Paul Ingrassia
Senate Republicans have effectively blocked the nomination of Paul Ingrassia to head the Office of Special Counsel, marking a notable refusal to back a presidential nominee due to concerns over past remarks and qualifications. This deci 👉 Full story
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October 22, 2025
Senator Jeff Merkley’s Marathon Speech Targets Authoritarian Concerns, Breaks Records
After more than 22 hours of continuous speech, Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) concluded his exhaustive filibuster at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, during which he voiced deep concerns about the rise of what he termed “authoritarian control” under t 👉 Full story
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October 22, 2025
GOP Senators Convene to Forge Health Care Strategy Amid Government Shutdown
Senate Majority Leader John Thune gathered with fellow Republican senators on Wednesday to deliberate on the future of health care reforms, particularly focusing on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies, which are at the heart of the 👉 Full story
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October 22, 2025
GOP Leaders Propose Extended Spending Freeze to Avoid Government Shutdown
Republican leaders in Congress are considering a significant extension to the current government funding mechanism as the debate over future spending continues to cause tension. With the looming threat of a shutdown, GOP officials are d 👉 Full story
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October 22, 2025
K Street Boom: Trump's Second Term Spurs Record Lobbying Revenues
Some of Washington’s most prominent lobbying firms have seen unprecedented cash inflows in the last quarter, with newer firms connected to President Donald Trump or his administration leading the surge. As Trump's second term reshapes t 👉 Full story
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October 22, 2025
Rep. Jasmine Crockett Eyes Texas Senate Seat Amid Heated Political Landscape
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas), known for her fiery rhetoric and confrontational style, is contemplating a bid for the U.S. Senate, signaling a potential shake-up in an already dynamic Democratic primary. During a recent appearance on 👉 Full story
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October 22, 2025
Indiana GOP Lacks Support for Trump-Backed Redistricting Plan, Senate Spokesperson Confirms
Indiana's push to redraw congressional districts mid-cycle, a move heavily advocated by the White House, has hit a significant roadblock. Senate Republicans, led by Senate President Pro Tempore Rodric Bray, have confirmed they do not po 👉 Full story
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October 22, 2025
GOP Draws Line on Ingrassia Nomination Amid Racial and Antisemitic Controversies
In a striking rejection of President Donald Trump's choices for key positions, Senate Republicans have pushed back against the nomination of Paul Ingrassia for the Office of Special Counsel, underscoring deepening fractures within the p 👉 Full story
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October 22, 2025
John E. Sununu Announces Bid for Senate, Shaking Up New Hampshire Political Landscape
Republicans have managed to draw a significant name into the New Hampshire Senate race with former Senator John E. Sununu announcing his candidacy to reclaim the seat he lost to Democrat Jeanne Shaheen in 2008. As Shaheen prepares to re 👉 Full story
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October 22, 2025
Senate Stalemate: Bipartisan Efforts Falter as U.S. Shutdown Continues
When the U.S. government shutdown began this month, all eyes turned to a group of bipartisan senators who sparked hope for a swift resolution. Historically, such groups, referred to as "gangs," have successfully navigated complex legisl 👉 Full story
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October 22, 2025
Security Breach: Car Crashes into White House Gate, Driver Arrested
In a startling security incident late Tuesday night, a vehicle was deliberately driven into a security gate at the White House, triggering immediate responses from the Secret Service. The collision occurred at the vehicle gate located a 👉 Full story
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October 21, 2025
Maine Senate Candidate Platner to Remove Controversial Tattoo Amid Campaign Turmoil
Democratic Senate hopeful from Maine, Graham Platner, has announced his intention to remove a tattoo that bears a resemblance to a Nazi symbol. This decision comes in the wake of a series of damaging revelations about his past, includin 👉 Full story
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October 21, 2025
Arizona Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against House Speaker Over Delay in Swearing-In of Adelita Grijalva
In a bold legal move, Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes initiated a lawsuit against House Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday, escalating a contentious dispute over the seating of Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva. The lawsuit, lodged 👉 Full story
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October 21, 2025
Democrats Reach Out to Trump in Effort to End Prolonged Government Shutdown
In a bid to halt the ongoing government shutdown now entering its fourth week, top congressional Democrats have taken a proactive step by reaching out to President Donald Trump. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Le 👉 Full story
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October 21, 2025
House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan Urges DOJ to Prosecute Former CIA Director John Brennan
In a bold move that intensifies the partisan battle lines in Washington, House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan has formally requested the Department of Justice to prosecute former CIA Director John Brennan. This request accuses Brennan of 👉 Full story
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October 21, 2025
House Republicans Urge Immediate Action on Obamacare Subsidies Amid Shutdown
In the midst of a grueling government shutdown, a group of thirteen Republican lawmakers, facing tough reelection battles, have called on Speaker Mike Johnson to prioritize the extension of Obamacare subsidies as soon as the government 👉 Full story
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October 21, 2025
Speaker Johnson Commits to Floor Vote on Epstein Files Amidst Congressional Tensions
In a significant development, Speaker Mike Johnson declared he would not obstruct a floor vote on a bipartisan bill aimed at releasing all files concerning the notorious Jeffrey Epstein. The decision, announced in a Tuesday morning inte 👉 Full story
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October 21, 2025
Senate Majority Leader John Thune Hesitates on Confirmation for Trump Nominee Amid Racist Text Allegations
Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed significant reservations on Tuesday about moving forward with the confirmation hearing for President Donald Trump's nominee to head the Office of Special Counsel, Paul Ingrassia, scheduled for 👉 Full story
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October 21, 2025
Trump-Pardoned Jan. 6 Rioter Arrested for Alleged Threats Against Congressman Hakeem Jeffries
A dramatic twist in the aftermath of the Capitol riots unfolded last week as Christopher Moynihan, previously pardoned by former President Donald Trump, was arrested for allegedly threatening to assassinate House Democratic Leader Hakee 👉 Full story
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October 21, 2025
Trump-Backed Challenger Ed Gallrein Sets Sights on Unseating Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie
Kentucky's political landscape is heating up as GOP Representative Thomas Massie faces a new challenge from Ed Gallrein, a candidate endorsed by former President Donald Trump. Gallrein, whose campaign ki 👉 Full story
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October 21, 2025
Capitol in Crisis: GOP Divided as Government Shutdown Looms
As the November 21 deadline approaches, the possibility of a government shutdown looms larger, exposing deep divisions among Republicans over how to proceed with funding the government. The House has already passed a short-term funding 👉 Full story
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October 21, 2025
GOP Leaders Consider Extending Obamacare Subsidies Amid Government Shutdown Talks
Republican leaders on Capitol Hill are intensifying discussions on how to potentially extend critical insurance subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), as the end-of-year expiration date looms. These high-level talks, which inclu 👉 Full story
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October 20, 2025
Thune Urges White House to Reconsider Ingrassia Nomination Amid Controversy
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has expressed his hope that the White House will withdraw the nomination of Paul Ingrassia for the Office of Special Counsel, following a troubling report from POLITICO. The report revealed a href="http 👉 Full story
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October 20, 2025
Government Shutdown Saga: Republicans Propose Extended Stopgap Amid Stalemate
As the government shutdown stretches into a fourth week with no clear resolution in sight, House Republicans are now considering a significantly longer stopgap spending measure. Initially, a temporary bill passed last month aimed to pro 👉 Full story
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October 20, 2025
Senator Rick Scott Withdraws Support for Trump Nominee Paul Ingrassia Amid Controversy
In a decisive move, Senator Rick Scott (R-Fla.) has announced his opposition to Paul Ingrassia's nomination for the White House Office of the Special Counsel. The announcement follows a series of troubling reports by POLITICO revealing 👉 Full story
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October 20, 2025
John E. Sununu to Announce New Hampshire Senate Bid Amid Political Rivalries and Historical Legacy
Former U.S. Senator John E. Sununu is poised to announce a significant comeback to New Hampshire politics this week, aiming to reclaim the Senate seat he lost in 2008. With the impending retirement of Democrat Jeanne Shaheen, Sununu's e 👉 Full story
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October 20, 2025
Trump Nominee's Racist and Extremist Texts Stir Controversy Ahead of Senate Hearing
Paul Ingrassia, a nominee by President Donald Trump for the leadership position at the Office of Special Counsel, is facing severe backlash over racist and extremist statements made in a private text cha 👉 Full story
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October 20, 2025
Russia Sanctions Bill Stalled Pending Outcome of Trump-Putin Summit
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has revealed that the proposed legislation to impose new sanctions on Russia will be on hold until after the anticipated meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. 👉 Full story
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October 20, 2025
Satire or Scandal? Speaker Mike Johnson Defends Trump's Controversial AI-Generated Video
In a bold move that blurs the line between political statement and digital mischief, former President Donald Trump stirred the pot once again with a provocative social media post over the weekend. Utilizing the platform Truth Social, Tr 👉 Full story
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October 20, 2025
House Set to Tackle Ban on Congressional Stock Trading as GOP Hard-liner Pushes for Vote
As Speaker Mike Johnson prepares to reconvene the House following its shutdown recess, a storm of internal GOP conflicts looms on the horizon. At the forefront is a contentious debate over proposed legislation that would prohibit member 👉 Full story
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October 20, 2025
Capitol Showdown: Troop Pay Dispute Highlights GOP Struggles Amid Government Shutdown
As the government shutdown extends into its fourth week, a heated debate over military pay is exposing fractures within the Republican Party and testing its unity under President Donald Trump's leadership.

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October 20, 2025
Run For Something Urges Democrats to Broaden Electoral Strategies Beyond Traditional Strongholds
Run For Something, a progressive candidate recruitment organization, is championing a strategic overhaul for the Democratic Party. They are advocating for a $50 million, five-year initiative aimed at bolstering Democratic presence in ba 👉 Full story
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October 20, 2025
Congress Divided as Trump Asserts Control Over Troop Salaries Amid Shutdown
Members of Congress have expressed a mix of relief and concern over President Donald Trump’s decision to use executive power to ensure active-duty military personnel are paid during the ongoing government shutdown. Last week, Trump issu 👉 Full story
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October 19, 2025
Young Republicans Embroiled in Controversy Over Leaked Bigoted Messages
A series of leaked messages filled with racist, homophobic, and antisemitic comments has sparked a major uproar within the Young Republican National Federation, revealing deep-seated divisions that threaten the unity of the organization 👉 Full story
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October 19, 2025
Speaker Johnson Condemns Nationwide 'No Kings' Rallies as 'Marxist' and 'Un-American'
House Speaker Mike Johnson escalated his critique of the "No Kings" protests on ABC's "This Week," labeling the demonstrations as Marxist maneuvers designed to distract from the current government shutdown. The protests, which unfolded 👉 Full story
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October 19, 2025
Senator Rand Paul Criticizes Trump’s Approach on Venezuela and Drug Policy

Senator Rand Paul voiced significant concerns on NBC's "Meet the Press" regarding President Donald Trump's strategies toward Venezuela and the handling of suspected drug traffickers. The Kentucky Republican questioned the legality and m

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October 18, 2025
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker's Million-Dollar Casino Win Sheds Light on His Gambling Proclivity
CHICAGO — Governor JB Pritzker of Illinois recently made headlines not for his political maneuvers but for a substantial $1.4 million win in a Las Vegas gambling foray. The revelation, disclosed through his 👉 Full story
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October 18, 2025
IRS Files Tax Lien Against Senator Jim Justice Amid Ongoing Financial Scrutiny
The IRS has issued a federal tax lien against Senator Jim Justice of West Virginia, marking a significant development in the ongoing financial challenges facing the Republican lawmaker and his associated business empire. Documents recen 👉 Full story
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October 18, 2025
"No Kings" Rallies Sweep Into Washington Amid Government Shutdown and Political Heat
The "No Kings" protest movement, a nationwide call against perceived authoritarian tendencies, is surging into Washington D.C. this Saturday. This action coincides with an ongoing 18-day government shutdown, showing no signs of resoluti 👉 Full story
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October 17, 2025
Graham Platner Seeks Redemption After Controversial Online Past
Graham Platner, a Maine business owner and Senate hopeful, is striving to shift focus from his controversial online comments to his current political ambitions. Platner, who aims to take the seat from GOP Rep. Susan Collins, recently ad 👉 Full story
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October 17, 2025
Vermont State Senator Resigns Amid Fallout from Racist Group Chat Scandal
NEW YORK — In a significant political development, Vermont State Senator Sam Douglass announced his resignation on Friday, following his involvement in a controversial group chat filled with hate speech. The chat, which included derogat 👉 Full story
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October 17, 2025
GOP Claims Acosta's Testimony Clears Trump in Epstein Case, Democrats Disagree
Republicans on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee announced a significant development on Friday, arguing that a recent interview with former U.S. attorney Alex Acosta confirms that President Donald Trump was not involve 👉 Full story
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October 17, 2025
Trump Commutes Sentence of George Santos, Citing Political Support and Harsh Treatment
President Donald Trump has granted clemency to George Santos, the former New York Congressman embroiled in controversy over fabricated personal details and misused campaign funds. Santos, who had been se 👉 Full story
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October 17, 2025
Trump Intensifies Push for Mid-Cycle Redistricting in Indiana, Rallying Republicans
President Donald Trump made a strategic move on Friday by dialing into a private Indiana Senate Republican caucus meeting to advocate for mid-cycle redistricting. This marks a significant step in his ongoing effort to influence local Re 👉 Full story
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October 17, 2025
Speaker Johnson Defers Swearing-In of Rep.-elect Grijalva, Democrats Threaten Legal Action
In a dramatic standoff that reached a boiling point today, Speaker Mike Johnson remained firm in his decision not to swear in Representative-elect Adelita Grijalva during the House of Representatives' pro forma session, despite escalati 👉 Full story
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October 17, 2025
DNC Chair Ken Martin Navigates Political Minefield with Optimism Despite Growing Challenges
Ken Martin, the current chair of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), has found himself in the crosshairs of American politics, traversing the country to bolster his party's position amidst significant challenges. Over the past eigh 👉 Full story
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October 17, 2025
Rising Star Mamdani Dominates NYC Mayoral Debate as Cuomo and Sliwa Struggle to Gain Ground
In a pivotal New York City mayoral debate, Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani showcased his communication prowess, leaving little room for his opponents, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa, to make significant inroads. Over two hours, Mamdani 👉 Full story
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October 17, 2025
Sketching Satire: This Week's Political Cartoons Capture the Pulse of the Nation
Every week, the sharp pens and sharper wits of America’s cartoonists come to life, offering a visual commentary on the political circus. From coast to coast, these artists tackle the tumultuous waves of political a href="https://voterma 👉 Full story
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October 17, 2025
GOP Grapples with Obamacare Legacy Amid Subsidy Debate and Shutdown

The imminent expiration of key Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies has reignited a contentious debate among Republicans, who have historically opposed the law yet recognize its deep entrenchment among their constituents. While some part

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October 16, 2025
Maine Senate Candidate's Past Advocacy for Armed Political Action Surfaces
Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, is facing scrutiny over previously deleted online posts advocating for violent political action, a revelation that comes at a time of heightened political violence in the U.S. Plat 👉 Full story
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October 16, 2025
GOP Representative Claims Swastika Flag Incident a Targeted Ruse
Several offices on Capitol Hill, predominantly Republican, were the recipients of American flags with subtly integrated swastika symbols, according to Ohio Republican Representative Dave Taylor. The controversy erupted after an image of 👉 Full story
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October 16, 2025
Virginia Attorney General Candidate Jay Jones Apologizes for Controversial Texts in Heated Debate
RICHMOND, Virginia — In a pivotal moment during Thursday's televised debate, Democratic attorney general candidate Jay Jones faced scrutiny over past violence-themed text messages, offering a public apol 👉 Full story
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October 16, 2025
Speaker Johnson Faces GOP Concerns Amid Prolonged House Inactivity During Shutdown
As the government shutdown drags on, Speaker Mike Johnson is tackling internal party concerns about his decision to keep the House out of session indefinitely. This strategy hinges on waiting for Senate Democrats to approve a House-pass 👉 Full story
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October 16, 2025
Texas Governor Deploys National Guard Ahead of Nationwide No Kings Rallies
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced the deployment of the National Guard and additional law enforcement resources to Austin in anticipation of the No Kings rally scheduled for this weekend. This action, according to Abbott, is in r 👉 Full story
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October 16, 2025
Congressional Epstein Probe Stalled Amid Government Shutdown, DOJ Silence
The investigation into Jeffrey Epstein by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee has hit a standstill due to the ongoing government shutdown, with essential correspondence from the Department of Justice (DOJ) ceasing since 👉 Full story
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October 16, 2025
House GOP Leaders Resist Stand-Alone Flood Insurance Vote Amid Shutdown
Top Republican leaders in the House of Representatives are steadfastly resisting efforts to separate the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) from the broader governmental gridlock, despite appeals from within their own ranks. Senato 👉 Full story