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James Talarico Enlists Barack Obama to Help Win Over Black Voters After Contentious Texas Primary
The Obama appearance comes after Talarico faced allegations he called Rep. Collin Allred a "mediocre Black man" during his primary against Rep. Jasmine Crockett.
Democrats Pick Nebraska Senate Nominee Who Could Drop Out, Back Independent Osborn
Cindy Burbank won the Democratic primary but said she would consider ending her campaign if she cannot win in November.
Dem House Hopeful Tied to District's Secret Sex-Abuse Settlements After Touting Transparency Record
Randy Villegas, running for California's 22nd Congressional District, served on the Visalia Unified School District board that approved nearly $14.4 million in confidential abuse settlements.
Inside the Furor Plaguing Democratic National Committee Leader Ken Martin
Despite a string of electoral wins under his leadership, the DNC chair faces donor shortfalls and internal questions about transparency ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Senate Prepares Vote on $1 Billion White House Security Request Tied to East Wing Ballroom Project
The funding, buried in ICE and CBP appropriations legislation, includes breakdowns for hardening, screening facilities, training, and technology upgrades that some senators say lack sufficient detail.
Powell, Harding to Face Off in Nebraska House Race to Replace Bacon
Democratic primary winner now faces Republican Harding in November contest for district that backed Harris by 4-5 points.
House GOP Launches New Oversight Task Force, Probes Alleged $250M Medicaid Fraud in Ohio
The task force, led by Rep. Brandon Gill, will investigate home health companies that allegedly shared addresses and billed the federal government while potentially providing no services.
Hegseth Faces Republican Criticism Over Iran Strategy, Pentagon Funding in Back-to-Back Hearings
Senators and House members pressed the defense secretary on the $29 billion war cost, closed Strait of Hormuz strategy, and Trump's $1.5 trillion budget request.
Republican Rep. Tom Kean's Two-Month Absence Continues as House Returns
The New Jersey Republican has missed 68 votes while seeking re-election in a competitive swing district that Democrats have targeted for November.
New West Virginia Law Requiring Photo IDs at Polling Places Greets Voters in Primary Election
The Republican-backed measure, which passed with only Democratic opposition, was tested for the first time during Tuesday's primary contests.