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White House Eyes Reopening Closed Oil Refineries Amid Rising Gasoline Prices

The administration is considering reviving idled facilities including the Limetree Bay refinery in St. Croix as tensions with Iran push pump prices higher.

By Diane Park · Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 4 min read
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Sen. Ossoff Touts Georgia Military Investments He Voted Against in Competitive Reelection Race

The Georgia Democrat secured $127 million for a Fort Benning elementary school and $8 million for Fort Stewart through the MilCon-VA bill, which he opposed on final passage.

By Diane Park · Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 4 min read
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Nancy Mace Introduces Bills Banning House Lawmakers from Sex with Staffers, Living Together

The South Carolina Republican's pair of bills would bar sexual relationships and cohabitation between members and House employees, with bipartisan support for ethics reforms.

By James Callahan · Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 4 min read
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2 in 3 MAGA Voters Say They'd Support GOP Candidate Accused of Sexual Assault

Politico survey finds Trump loyalists prioritize party loyalty over allegations, with most saying they'd back a Republican even if accused.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 3 min read
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Birx Says Persistent Anger Over COVID Response Evident After Fauci Senate Hearing

Former White House Coronavirus Task Force coordinator comments on public sentiment following high-profile congressional testimony.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 3 min read
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Alien Terrorist Removal Court to Hold Its First-Ever Hearing After 30 Years of Existence

The specialized immigration tribunal, created after the 1996 immigration reform law but never used until now, will take up a case involving alleged ISIS-linked activity.

By James Callahan · Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 4 min read
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Sen. Richard Blumenthal Discusses Anthony Fauci's Contentious Senate Hearing

The Connecticut Democrat offered his perspective on the former NIH director's testimony during a Capitol Hill appearance this week.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 4 min read
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GOP Senator Confronts CodePink Activists Over Israel, Iran, and Cuba Positions

Sen. Rick Scott pushed back against protesters from the left-wing group tied to a tech donor accused of spreading CCP propaganda through a $278 million network.

By James Callahan · Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 4 min read
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Infectious Disease Expert Dr. Anthony Fauci Faces Senate Panel Amid Ongoing Policy Debates

The longtime NIH official testified before the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee in a hearing that touched on pandemic preparedness, vaccine policy, and public health authority.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 4 min read
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Left-Wing Democrats Are on a Winning Run, but Can They Lure Back Crucial Swing Voters?

Progressive candidates are notching primary wins across the country while facing questions about broader electoral appeal.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, July 30, 2026 · 4 min read