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Bodnar, Osborn Make the Case for Independent Senate Candidates in Solid Red States
Two candidates running without major party affiliation argue they represent a growing bloc of voters frustrated with partisan gridlock.
House Republican Criticizes Hegseth ‘Inappropriate’ D-Day Remarks
Rep. Michael McCaul, son of a D-Day veteran himself, said the Defense Secretary’s immigration comments during Normandy ceremony were out of place.
Georgia Sets Special Session as Redistricting Battle Shifts From Congress to Statehouses
The June 17 session marks the first state redistricting attempt since a Supreme Court ruling weakened minority voting protections, with Mississippi and New York potentially following.
Who Will Face Karen Bass? LA Voters Still Waiting to Find Out
The incumbent mayor advanced from the primary but faces an uncertain runoff against either a Republican reality TV star or a Democratic socialist councilwoman.
Platner Supporter Khanna Calls Senate Hopeful's Past Relationships 'Toxic,' Says He Deserves Redemption
The California Democrat backs the Maine Senate candidate despite allegations from ex-girlfriends about violent episodes and rape fantasies, while Collins calls latest accusations 'troubling.'
GOP Candidate Wins California House Primary, Citing Momentum Shift in Deep Blue State
Republican Jenny Rae Le Roux advances to face incumbent Democrat Dave Min in CA-47, arguing voters are frustrated with 60 years of Democratic control.
Texas GOP Congressman Pete Sessions' Chief of Staff Faces Firearm Charges After Capitol Security Screening Incident
Luis Vega was charged with carrying a pistol without a license and unlawful conduct on Capitol grounds, months after allegedly attempting to bring a firearm into a House office building.
Rubio Calls House Hearing 'Circus' After Questions About Shoes From Trump
Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized the line of questioning during Wednesday's House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing, calling it inappropriate for official proceedings.
Senate Passes $69.5B Immigration Enforcement Package Through 2029
The legislation cleared after a nearly all-night Senate session, with Republicans defecting on several amendments including votes targeting Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund.
Senate Republicans Pass Immigration Funding After Overnight Vote
The roughly $70 billion package passed 51-49 with only Lisa Murkowski dissenting, as intra-party disputes over a separate $1.8 billion fund delayed passage for months.