Congress

Graham Platner's Voters Figure Out What's Next as Candidates Vie for Their Support

Following the congressman's death, multiple candidates are seeking to represent his district, leaving former constituents weighing their options.

By Diane Park · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
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Lindsey Graham's Sister Darline Nordone Appointed to Finish His Senate Term

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster appointed the late senator's sister as a caretaker following his death, with President Trump calling it a 'fabulous tribute.'

By James Callahan · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
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Family Shattered After 3-Time Deported Illegal Immigrant Allegedly Killed 6-Year-Old in North Carolina Crash

The crash near Vanceboro, more than 2,000 miles from the Mexican border, has become a flashpoint in NC-1's competitive congressional race between Rep. Don Davis and Laurie Buckhout.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
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Lindsey Graham's Death Sparks Republican Party Succession Debate

The senator's passing leaves a void in the GOP's foreign policy establishment as factions clash over the party's post-Trump direction.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
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Senate Returns to Packed Agenda After Graham's Death Shrinks GOP Margin

The death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., leaves Republicans with a 52-47 majority as the chamber faces nominations, government funding and Trump's SAVE Act.

By James Callahan · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
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Graham Death Sends Shockwaves through Senate

The South Carolina Republican was a 23-year veteran who shaped debate on foreign and domestic policy during his tenure.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 13, 2026 · 4 min read
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McConnell Says He Won't Be Able to Return to the Senate Floor 'Quite Yet' as Recess Ends

The Kentucky Republican, 84, said doctors advised him to remain away from voting duties despite expressing frustration with his recovery timeline.

By James Callahan · Sunday, July 12, 2026 · 3 min read
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Former Senator Jeff Flake Honors Lindsay Graham as Colleague and Friend

The tribute from the Arizona Republican comes as the Senate mourns the loss of one of its longest-serving members, who died at age 79.

By Diane Park · Sunday, July 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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What's in a Name? Alaska's Confounding Senate Race

The contest features unusual name recognition dynamics as candidates navigate the state's unique electoral structure.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, July 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Nancy Mace Eyes Run to Replace Graham in Senate

The South Carolina congresswoman is polling this week as she weighs a bid for the late senator's seat.

By James Callahan · Sunday, July 12, 2026 · 3 min read