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Sen. Gillibrand's Son Raises $30 Million for Trading Startup valued at $300 Million
Theodore Gillibrand, 22, who graduated from Stanford this week, secured venture funding for American Perpetuals Exchange Corporation as his mother advances crypto legislation.
White House Officials Bid Farewell to Air Force One Plane Used Since 1990
The Boeing VC-25A aircraft, which served seven presidents starting with George H.W. Bush, completed its final presidential flight as Trump prepares to transition to newly outfitted 747-800s.
Progressive Michigan Senate Candidate's Communications Director Under Scrutiny Over Past Social Media Posts
Roxie Richner, communications director for Abdul El-Sayed, made posts in 2019-2020 criticizing white women during George Floyd protests.
Senate Republican Pushes Merit-Based Military Promotions, Targets Biden-Era DEI Policies
Sen. Jim Banks secured an amendment to the $1.15 trillion NDAA that would eliminate diversity considerations in officer promotions and repeal pronoun restrictions.
Senate Armed Services Chair Wicker Opposes Iran Deal as Vice President Vance Defends It
The $300 billion reconstruction fund and potential unfreezing of Iranian assets have drawn bipartisan criticism from Republican lawmakers.
House Members Seeking Higher Office Face Steep Odds in Primaries This Cycle
With 11 losses so far and more races ahead, congressional experience appears to be of limited value to primary voters across both parties.
DHS Confirms Suspected White House UFC Terror Plot Ringleader Is Mexican Illegal Immigrant
Abraham Alvarez, who received DACA relief under the Obama administration in 2014, was allegedly responsible for planning an attack involving drones with explosives and sniper fire at the June 14 event.
Michigan Pollster Accuses McMorrow Campaign of Pressuring Outlet to Kill Unfavorable Senate Survey
The disputed poll showed Democrat Abdul El-Sayed leading with 42% support ahead of the Aug. 4 primary, with McMorrow trailing at just 6%.
Oklahoma Democrats Face Runoff Showdown in Race for Deep-Red Senate Seat
Two underdog candidates will compete Aug. 25 to face Republican Rep. Kevin Hern, who carries Trump's endorsement and a $6.8 million war chest.
Democratic Senators Press Credit Bureaus Over Student Loan Servicer Reporting Errors
Elizabeth Warren leads group of 7 senators requesting answers by June 30 on alleged inaccuracies affecting millions of borrowers.