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NYC Mayor Mamdani's Endorsed House Candidates Win New York Primaries, Oust Two Incumbents
The three Democratic primary victories by democratic socialist candidates represent a significant leftward shift in the party's New York congressional delegation.
Sen. Hawley Introduces Rural Hospital Emergency Room Guarantee Act Amid Closures
The legislation would provide $1 million annually to eligible rural hospitals facing a wave of closures, with nearly 200 facilities shuttering nationwide since 2005.
Unearthed Video Exposes Vulnerable House Dem's Reversal on Energy Stance in Competitive New Mexico District
Video of his 2021 comments supporting fossil fuel limits contrasts with his current 'all of the above' messaging in competitive NM-02.
Eight Congressional Incumbents Lose Primaries Across Both Parties This Cycle
The losses include Republican Sens. Bill Cassidy and John Cornyn, along with four House Democrats, spanning Texas, Louisiana, Kentucky and New York.
AOC's Primary Win Reignites Speculation Over 2028 White House Bid, Schumer Challenge
The New York Democrat easily defeated primary challengers while far-left candidates backed by Mayor Mamdani swept three key congressional races in NYC.
Speaker Johnson Says He Will Push SAVE America Act Through Reconciliation 3.0
The House GOP leader says the voter ID bill, which has stalled in the Senate, could only pass through a special budget process that bypasses the filibuster.
House Gives Final Approval to Landmark Housing Bill Aimed at Lowering Costs
The 358-32 bipartisan vote sends the legislation to President Trump, who is expected to sign it Wednesday after Senate passage 85-5.
Mamdani's Socialists Upset Incumbent Dems in House Primary Sweep
Three democratic socialist candidates backed by the NYC mayor won Democratic primaries, defeating two sitting House members including Dan Goldman and Adriano Espaillat.
Zohran Mamdani's Picks Take Key House Primaries Amid a Broad Battle Over Democrats' Direction
New York City mayor-backed candidates won three competitive congressional primaries, defeating incumbents and establishment favorites in districts that were among his strongest in last year's mayoral race.
Senators Brace for Another Government Shutdown After Spending Talks Stall
Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Susan Collins canceled markup of four bills as negotiations with Democrats on defense and nondefense spending top lines remain deadlocked.