Congress

Janet Mills Has the Resume for Her Senate Bid. Is That Enough to Win Over Maine's Democratic Voters?

The two-term governor points to decades of experience while her primary opponent Graham Platner has raised more money and drawn larger crowds.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 5 min read
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Man Who Went Viral for Staying Seated, Eating During White House Dinner Chaos Speaks Out

Michael Glantz, an agent at Creative Artists Agency, explained his calm demeanor during the evacuation of President Trump and officials from the WHCA dinner.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 3 min read
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Come and Make The Ask: Talarico Faces Test With Black Voters In Texas Senate Race

The Democratic nominee has begun visiting Black churches and block-walking in majority-Black cities, but frustration remains among some congregants at Friendship-West Baptist Church who have yet to hear from him directly.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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Meet the Woman Steering Biden's Bipartisan Winning Streak on Capitol Hill

Louisa Terrell, director of the White House Office of Legislative Affairs, brokered deals on infrastructure, gun safety and same-sex marriage during historically tight majorities.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 5 min read
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Supreme Court Upholds Convictions of Ex-Ohio House Speaker, Lobbyist in $60M Bribery Scheme

Larry Householder will now return to seeking a presidential pardon after exhausting his final legal appeal.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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Tom Kean Jr.'s Prolonged Absence Puts Pressure on House Republicans' Razor-Thin Majority

The New Jersey Republican has missed 50 consecutive roll call votes since March, leaving GOP leaders with limited margin for must-pass legislation.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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Harris Campaign Alum Launches Bipartisan Group to Advance Mexican-American Relations

The American Mexican Leadership Council brings together former ambassadors, ex-officials from both parties, and CEOs to strengthen ties with Mexico and advocate for the 40 million-person community.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 3 min read
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Hegseth's Pentagon Turmoil Makes GOP Senators Uneasy

Several Republican defense hawks are questioning Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's leadership decisions, including the dismissal of senior military officials, ahead of his scheduled congressional testimony.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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Senate Democrats Probe Kuwait Attack That Killed 6 US Service Members During Iran Conflict

The four senators are requesting documents from the Pentagon about security protocols and intelligence sharing ahead of the early March strike.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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Virginia Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Whether Redistricting Amendment Violated Constitutional Timing Rules

Judges questioned whether the legislature's first vote came too late because early voting had already begun when lawmakers approved the amendment.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 3 min read