Congress

Senate Returns From Recess to Consider Judicial Nominee After Iran Talks Come Up Short

The confirmation hearing follows the collapse of weekend ceasefire negotiations with Iran and comes as the U.S. military prepares to implement a naval blockade.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, April 13, 2026 · 3 min read
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Conservative Group Launches $5M Ad Blitz Pressuring Senate on Voter ID as GOP Eyes SAVE America Act Push

Restoration of America begins nationwide campaign amid Senate Republican plans to use reconciliation to advance election integrity legislation by June 1.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
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Fraud Accusations Fly as Hungarians Vote in Contentious Election

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces unprecedented challenge to his 16-year rule as opposition leader Péter Magyar and his Tisza party lead in pre-election polls.

By James Callahan · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
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Jayapal Says She Will Vote to Expel Swalwell, Gonzalez From Congress

The Congressional Progressive Caucus chair called the expulsion vote a bipartisan matter, while Rep. Byron Donalds said both Democrats should 'go home.'

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
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Bipartisan Calls Mount for Swalwell's Resignation or Expulsion Amid Misconduct Allegations

House Democrats join Republicans in urging the California congressman to step down as Manhattan prosecutors launch criminal investigation into assault allegations.

By Diane Park · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Melania Trump's Forceful Epstein Denial Draws Bipartisan Support From Lawmakers

First lady's rare on-camera statement defending herself against Epstein-linked allegations draws praise from both parties, with some calling for public hearings.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, April 10, 2026 · 3 min read
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Michigan Campaign Rally Highlights Youth Frustration with Both Parties Ahead of Midterms

Hundreds of young voters attended a University of Michigan event featuring progressive Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed and streamer Hasan Piker, reflecting broader generational discontent.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, April 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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California Supreme Court Pauses Republican Sheriff's 2025 Election Fraud Investigation

The court agreed to review the case after Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco seized more than 650,000 ballots from election officials.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Michael Avenatti Moved From Federal Prison to Halfway House in California

The former Stormy Daniels attorney, convicted of multiple fraud charges, is now in community confinement with a projected release date of September 2028.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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White House Shares First Photo Taken From Far Side of Moon

The Artemis II mission captured images from 252,756 miles away, surpassing the Apollo 13 distance record during humanity's first crewed lunar far-side flyby.

By James Callahan · Tuesday, April 7, 2026 · 3 min read