Congress

McConnell's Office Releases Photo of Senator as Health Questions Persist

The Kentucky Republican has spent six weeks in a rehabilitation facility after a fall and pneumonia, missing 38 Senate roll call votes.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Congress

Polls Close in Georgia as Voters Decide Successor in Special Election to Fill Late Rep. David Scott's Seat

The heavily Democratic district encompassing southern and eastern Atlanta suburbs will determine who finishes out the 12-term lawmaker's remaining term after his death at age 80.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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Putin, Russia Put ON Notice as Senate Takes Crucial Step to Grind Down the Kremlin's War Machine

The bipartisan Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act targets Russian oil revenues while imposing steep tariffs of up to 500% on Russian imports.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · 3 min read
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Rahm Emanuel Outlines Presidential Ambitions in New Campaign Pitch

The former Obama chief of staff and Chicago mayor tells supporters he has an undefeated electoral record as he builds his case for 2028.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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Vance Invokes Graham's Fiery Defense of Kavanaugh at Capitol Memorial Service

VP quotes late senator's 2018 remarks calling Supreme Court confirmation hearings 'character assassination' during tribute service

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 3 min read
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Kamala Harris Backs Troy Jackson as Democrats Seek to Unseat Susan Collins in Maine Senate Race

Former Vice President cites her own experience entering the 2024 presidential race late, saying she understands what Jackson faces with just 101 days until Election Day.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 3 min read
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Far-Left Senate Hopeful Explains 'Ogre on a Pike' Remark After Criticism From Own Party

Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed said he was referring to Sen. John Fetterman, not primary opponent Rep. Haley Stevens, during controversial donor call.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, July 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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Republicans Launch Messaging Campaign against Democratic Socialists Ahead of November Elections

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise says the fall ballot will present voters with a clear choice between 'communism and freedom' as Republicans target DSA-linked candidates.

By Diane Park · Monday, July 27, 2026 · 4 min read
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Analysis Finds House Map Roughly as Favorable to GOP as 2018's Despite Mid-Decade Redistricting

The finding comes after Republicans in several states redrew district lines following the 2024 elections, potentially shifting competitive balance ahead of the 2026 midterms.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, July 27, 2026 · 4 min read
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Lawyers for Tate Brothers to Meet With Prosecutors on UK Extradition Hearing Dates

The brothers, being held in federal detention in Miami, are fighting extradition where they face rape and sex trafficking charges spanning from 2010 to 2017.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, July 27, 2026 · 4 min read