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Walz Says He’d ‘Rather Eat Glass’ Than Fill Klobuchar’s Senate Seat
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz refuses to appoint a temporary replacement for Amy Klobuchar’s vacant Senate seat before the 2026 election.
Voter ID Bill: GOP Secures 50 Votes, 60-Vote Hurdle Remains
The vote count suggests a potential procedural path forward for the bill despite Democratic opposition and the 60-vote filibuster threshold.
North Carolina Settlement Keeps More Than 70,000 Voters on Rolls
The agreement ends a legal dispute over voter ID requirements, preserving eligibility for more than 70,000 residents.
Voter Photo ID Laws Face Senate Filibuster Despite Broad Public Support
A Gallup poll shows 84% of Americans back requiring photo IDs, but Democrats struggle to secure 60 votes for a bill.
3 Critical Questions About Judge's Ruling on FBI's Seized Voter Data
The civil rights group argues the data could be used for voter suppression or discrimination.
Republican Congressman Randy Fine's Anti-Muslim Remark Prompts Resignation Calls
The Florida Republican referred to a Muslim woman as a 'dog' in a social media post after a flight dispute.
Breaking: 58% of Governors Say White House-Governor Relations Are "Strained"
Kentucky Governor calls recent friction over a White House dinner unnecessary.
80% of Americans Support Voter ID - Why Can't Senate Clear It?
The Pennsylvania senator argued that if a bill enjoys 80% bipartisan support, it should not face a 60-vote threshold to advance.
Obama Criticizes White House: "Decorum Has Been Lost" in Political Rhetoric
The former president cited a specific incident involving a racist trope and the broader decline in political discourse.
Schumer Vows to Block GOP Voter ID Push and Rejects DHS Election Role
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer signaled a major legislative showdown with Republicans over nationwide voter identification requirements and federal oversight of elections.