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Vought Rejects Pledge That DOJ Will Always Act Independently of White House
The OMB nominee's response to a direct question about departmental autonomy draws scrutiny from both parties during confirmation hearing.
Republicans Won the Redistricting Competition. Don't Tell That to this California Congressman
The party that controls state legislatures often gains structural advantages in drawing congressional maps, and data shows Republicans have secured more favorable district boundaries heading into upcoming elections.
Dr. Anthony Fauci Returns to Congressional Testimony for First Time Since Leaving Government
The former NIAID director faced questions about the origins of COVID-19 and his agency's response during a tense hearing before the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic.
In Florida, Congressman Byron Donalds' Seat Is Up for Grabs for Republicans
The competitive race in Southwest Florida comes as both parties pour resources into the historically Republican-leaning district ahead of November.
Bernie-Backed California House Candidate Randy Villegas Emphasized DEI as 'Social Justice-Driven Duty' in Academic Papers
Villegas, a political science professor challenging Rep. David Valadao in California's 22nd District, co-authored a 2022 paper describing diversity initiatives as central to community college educators' mission.
Deputy National Security Adviser Andy Baker to Leave White House: Report
Baker previously served as Vice President Vance's national security adviser before moving to the deputy national security role.
Top Democratic Operative Defends Maine Senate Candidate Amid Reports of Past Relationship, 1988 Assault Allegation
Former DNC Chair Donna Brazile called the claims against Troy Jackson "salacious gossip" as he faces a competitive race against Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
Democrats' Early 2028 Primary Calendar Set to Prioritize Black and Latino Voters, Organized Labor
The Democratic National Committee's proposed restructuring would move states with large minority and union populations into the earliest voting.
Senate Judiciary Subcommittee Launches Bipartisan Investigation Into Roblox Child Safety Concerns
Senators Hawley and Durbin demand documents from CEO Baszucki about explicit content moderation and alleged links to real-world child abuse.
MN Senate Candidate Criticized for Blaming Walz for Fraud Despite Being His Lieutenant Governor
Peggy Flanagan deflected responsibility during an interview about the massive fraud scandal that could exceed $9 billion, drawing fire from Republicans who note she has served as second-in-command since 2019.