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Rep. Glenn Ivey Discusses House Agenda Items With NPR Politics
The Maryland Democrat outlined priorities and legislative expectations as Congress returns from summer recess.
Dem Senate Hopeful Roy Cooper Pivots on Data Centers as Rising Power Costs Collide With Campaign
Cooper, who as governor championed Apple and Meta expansions worth billions in investment, now says data centers should pay for their own power amid utility rate concerns.
Republicans Escalate Pressure on Sherrill Over New Jersey Noncitizen Voter Registration Probe
House Republicans are planning hearings and possible subpoenas after calling Gov. Sherrill's response to their questions evasive and politically charged.
House Republicans Demand Investigation Into Journalist Who Attended Khamenei Funeral
Three GOP lawmakers ask State Department and DOJ to examine Grayzone editor Max Blumenthal, citing his Iran travel and past commentary on October 7 attacks.
Democratic House Candidate's Delayed Disclosure Reveals Payments From Soros-Linked Organizations
Rebecca Cooke received more than $5,000 each from Third Way and Pipeline Fund, organizations with financial ties to George Soros' Open Society network, according to personal financial disclosure forms.
Viral Dearborn Pastor Warns Michigan Voters About El-Sayed Senate Bid, Citing Federal Judge Appointments
The Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Michigan faced scrutiny over his 2009 comments about following Sharia law for a home loan.
Jordan Warns Subpoenas Possible as House Judiciary Probes Soros-Backed DA Over Sanctuary Policies
Committee Chairman Jim Jordan is investigating prosecutors in sanctuary jurisdictions, with focus on Fairfax County DA Steve Descano following a killing linked to an undocumented suspect.
Sanders, Ocasio-Cortez to Join 'Defend the Vote' March on Washington; Warsh Set to Speak
Thousands expected at National Mall rally Friday for voting rights and racial justice ahead of midterm elections, following wave of state-level voting law changes.
RNC Threatens Legal Action Against New Jersey Officials Over Noncitizens on Voter Rolls
The committee sent formal notices to state and county election officials seeking records about noncitizen removals, with a Sept. 15 deadline before potential litigation.
Hemp Ban Awaits Senate Returning From Recess as House Readies Stopgap Funding Push
Congress faces potential obstacles on hemp-derived product regulation when lawmakers return from August break next week.