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Swing Voters Factor High Gas Prices Into Political Calculations as Midterms Approach

The national average for regular gas has reached $4.56 per gallon, the highest in four years, according to AAA data.

By James Callahan · Thursday, May 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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New York Criminalizes Blocking Entry to Houses of Worship Amid Pro-Palestinian Protests at Synagogues

The law, signed by Gov. Hochul, creates a misdemeanor charge and authorizes 50-foot police perimeters around places of worship, drawing criticism from civil liberties groups.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, May 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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Talarico Targets Paxton Scandals in Texas Senate Race, Pivoting From Primary Message

The Democratic nominee is betting that voter fatigue with the Republican attorney's legal troubles will give Democrats their best chance at a Texas Senate seat in years.

By Diane Park · Thursday, May 28, 2026 · 3 min read
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MAGA Candidate's Win in Texas Primary May Also Help Democrats in Senate Battle

Ken Paxton's defeat of 23-year incumbent John Cornyn sets up a pivotal November race that could determine control of the US Senate.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · 4 min read
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DNC X Account Posts Profanity-Laced Attack on Stephen Miller, Drawing Conservative Outrage

The Democratic Party's official account responded to Trump's chief policy advisor with a vulgar insult about his appearance after he mocked Texas Senate candidate James Talarico.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · 4 min read
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Senators Cruz, Cantwell Unveil Bipartisan College Sports Bill to Address NIL, Transfer Portal Chaos

The Protect College Sports Act would offer NCAA antitrust protection in exchange for player safeguards while limiting coaches' midseason moves and requiring media revenue sharing with women's sports.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · 3 min read
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Younger Voters Don't Know Real Victory on World Stage

A political commentator argues that Gen Z lacks historical perspective on American global dominance and foreign policy success.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · 3 min read
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Trump's Endorsement Record Shows Grip on Republican Party With 37 Straight Primary Wins

Analysis of recent primary results reveals near-perfect success rate for Trump-backed candidates, though some Republicans question long-term party implications.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · 4 min read
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Michigan Democratic Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed Faces Scrutiny Over Comments on Israel's Right to Exist

Audio obtained by Jewish Insider shows the progressive candidate telling a voter he struggles to answer whether Israel has a right to exist as a Jewish state.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · 4 min read
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Federal Judge Rejects Challenge to Block Tennessee's New GOP-Favored House Map

ACLU representing Black Memphis voters says it will appeal the ruling that allows a map creating a 9-0 Republican-favored district lineup.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, May 27, 2026 · 4 min read