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Former Biden Aide Andrew Bates Draws Jill Biden Rebuke, Joins Senate Campaign Team
The former White House communications aide, criticized by conservatives for defending Biden's fitness, now works for Sen. Ruben Gallego after public exchange with former first lady.
From 1976 to 2026: Two Dramatic Megatrends Shaping America's Future
National debt has grown from $629 billion to $39.2 trillion while the U.S. population becomes increasingly diverse, raising questions about fiscal sustainability and demographic change.
James Talarico's 2023 Bill Using 'Pregnant Individual' Resurfaces Amid New York Legislation Backlash
The Texas Democratic Senate candidate introduced a bill replacing 'woman' with gender-neutral language three years before similar legislation passed in New York.
Lawmakers Ramp Up Scrutiny of Political Fundraising Platforms ActBlue, WinRed
Both parties intensify pressure on dominant campaign donation processors ahead of fall midterm elections as Republicans probe Democrats' platform and Democrats demand investigation of the GOP's equivalent.
Democrats Seek Next ObamaCare Ahead of Midterms Amid Rising Health Costs
Enhanced ACA tax credits expired last year, causing premiums to jump more than 20 percent and enrollment to decline after four years of record growth.
Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff Sees Presidential Chatter Grow Among Democrats
The 39-year-old Georgia senator, currently focused on his November reelection bid, has attracted attention for viral campaign videos and bipartisan legislative achievements.
Dr. Joseph Mercola Reverses Course, Now Endorses Vitamin K Shots for Newborns
The prominent alternative medicine figure and HHS Secretary ally had spent over a decade warning against the injection, which public health officials say prevents fatal bleeding in infants.
Elon Musk Poised to Become World's First Trillionaire With SpaceX IPO
The SpaceX stock market debut values the company at $1.77 trillion, potentially pushing Musk's net worth above $1 trillion for the first time in history.
Man Behind Giant Pro-Trump Sign Seeks to Turn Presidential Backing into Congressional Seat in NY Primary
Anthony Constantino faces Marine veteran Robert Smullen on June 23 for the seat being vacated by Rep. Elise Stefanik, with Trump's endorsement as the central battleground.
New Accuser Alleges Maine Democratic Senate Candidate Platner Said Nazi Tattoo Reminder That U.S. Was 'Evil' Overseas
Graham Platner's campaign maintains he chose the skull-and-crossbones design off a wall in Croatia to commemorate military service, as allegations about his tattoo explanation continue to mount one week before the general election.