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Disbarred Attorney Set To Testify Before Senate On Sports Betting Integrity Owes $1.9M In Restitution
Harry Levant, who stole nearly $2 million from clients to finance his gambling addiction, is scheduled to appear as a Democratic witness at a Senate hearing on the social costs of legalized sports wagering.
Longtime News Anchor-Turned House Candidate Janelle Stelson Wins Democratic Primary in Pennsylvania
Stelson, who nearly unseated Rep. Scott Perry in 2024 by a few thousand votes, faces the Freedom Caucus chairman again in November.
Senate Advances Resolution to End Iran War as GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy Flips to Support
The 50-47 procedural vote marks the first time Cassidy has backed the measure after repeatedly opposing it, adding a fifth Republican senator to the "yes" column.
GOP Panel Looks to Advance Legislation Making Daylight Saving Permanent
The House Energy and Commerce Committee plans a markup that would add the Sunshine Protection Act to a larger transportation funding package, ending seasonal clock changes.
Senate Democrat on Polis Commuting Peters Sentence: 'Terrible Decision,' 'Disqualifying'
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis commuted former county clerk Tina Peters' nine-year sentence, making her parole-eligible June 1; Sen. Michael Bennet says the move would preclude Polis from Senate consideration.
Blanche Makes Opening Statement During Senate Budget Hearing
The remarks come as Congress continues debate over federal spending priorities and the debt ceiling.
Unearthed Posts Show Democratic Senate Hopeful Praising Vulgar Graffiti, Making Crude Comments
Graham Platner previously called the posts 's***posting' and said they were jokes; Republicans say a years-long pattern of vulgar commentary raises character concerns.
Alabama Republicans to Choose Senate Nominee as Voting Maps Remain in Flux
President Trump has endorsed Rep. Barry Moore in the crowded seven-person Republican primary to succeed Sen. Tommy Tuberville, who is running for governor.
Polls Show Cooper With Strong Lead Over Whatley for NC Senate Seat
The Democrat holds an 11-point advantage in one survey and a 7-point edge in another, though outside money is pouring into the race.
Coons Throws Support Behind Stevens in Michigan Senate Democratic Primary
The Delaware senator becomes the latest high-profile Democrat to back Stevens, joining a crowded field of three candidates vying for Gary Peters' seat.