Congress

Wisconsin Supreme Court Refuses to Release Voter Records Sought by Conservative Activist

The 4-3 ruling marks the second time this year the court has rebuffed requests for election-related data from a GOP-aligned requester.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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Former Officer Describes 'Sniper Pad' at Hearing for Alleged Charlie Kirk Assassin

Christopher Bagley, former Utah Valley University police officer, testified about rooftop evidence as prosecutors seek to put Tyler Robinson on trial for murder.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 4 min read
Congress

Georgia Child Welfare Chief Accuses Sen. Ossoff of Using Foster Care Issues for Campaign Credit

DFCS Director Candice Broce says the Democrat has attended hearings and released ads but not delivered additional resources to address system failures.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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McConnell Health Emergency Sparks Questions on Whether He Will Return to Senate

The 82-year-old Kentucky Republican has not been seen in the Capitol since the incident, with his office offering limited details about his condition or timeline.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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Poll: Majority of Maine Voters Would Want Platner to Drop Out After Another Scandal

Wedgewood Polls survey finds 75 percent of Maine voters say the Democratic Senate candidate should exit the race if additional scandal emerges.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, July 7, 2026 · 3 min read
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Charlie Kirk's Family Attends Preliminary Hearing for Suspect Charged With His Murder

Turning Point USA founder was shot and killed in February; suspect appeared via video link at Tuesday hearing, according to court records.

By James Callahan · Monday, July 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Sexual Assault Allegation Rocks Platner Campaign Ahead of Maine Ballot Deadline

Democratic Senate candidate denies accusation as he faces July 13 deadline to withdraw from race against Susan Collins

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Rumors About Platner's Future Swirl as Maine Senate Candidate Cancels Multiple Events Ahead of Deadline

The Democratic nominee faces a 5 p.m. Monday deadline to withdraw and allow the party to replace him on the general election ballot.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Texas Senate Hopeful James Talarico Defends Resurfaced Praise of State's Drag Queens

The Democrat, in a dead heat with Republican Ken Paxton according to recent polling, made the comments while opposing legislation restricting drag performances.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 6, 2026 · 4 min read
Congress

Socialist House Hopeful Under Fire for Pro-Palestinian July 4 Message

Claire Valdez, who won a Democratic primary in Brooklyn and Queens with socialist backing, posted about fighting for liberation from Palestine to Puerto Rico on Independence Day.

By James Callahan · Monday, July 6, 2026 · 4 min read