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Senate Filibuster Remains Central Battleground as Parties Clash Over Legislative Power
The procedural tool requires 60 votes to advance most legislation, blocking major Democratic priorities while Republicans prepare their own agenda.
GOP Lawmaker Under House Ethics Review Blasts 'Baseless' Investigation
Rep. Lance Gooden of Texas says the finance-related allegations stem from unelected OCC bureaucrats and are part of a pattern targeting White House allies.
Key Senate Republican: Passing Reconciliation 3.0 'a Very Small Needle to Thread'
Wisconsin senator outlines challenges Republicans face in advancing budget reconciliation without Democratic votes, as party holds narrow Senate majority.
On Voter Fraud, The Goalposts Never Stop Moving
Conservatives argue that mainstream media dismisses voter fraud allegations inconsistently, while critics counter that unsubstantiated claims undermine democratic confidence.
Kalshi Attacks Wisconsin Law Banning Election Bets as Voter Suppression
The prediction market platform filed a federal lawsuit challenging the state's prohibition on wagering regarding election outcomes.
With Just a Few Primary Elections to Go, the Competitive Senate Map Keeps Shifting
As the 2026 midterm primary season nears its end, both parties are reassessing their electoral prospects in key Senate battleground states.
DSA Co-Chair Says Establishment Democrats Should Be Worried About the Voters
Megan Romer, appearing on Fox News Sunday, suggested mainstream Democrats face voter discontent as DSA seeks larger role in party.
House Republicans Look to Silver Linings for Midterm Playbook as They Embark on Recess
GOP members are fanning out across the country for a 100-day sprint to Election Day, seeking bright spots in what polls show is an otherwise challenging environment.
GOP Senator Ahead of Fauci Testimony Says He Does Not Expect to Get Much From Former Health Official
Sen. Ron Johnson said Dr. Anthony Fauci would be "completely unrepentant" and "arrogant to the extreme" as Senate hearing approaches.
Black School Board Member's Arabic Remarks Spark Backlash in Michigan Congressional Race
The incident at a Haley Stevens campaign event has intensified scrutiny on the Democratic primary contest between Stevens and Muslim candidate Abdul El-Sayed.