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The Dwindling Ranks of the Pro-Impeachment Republicans: From the Politics Desk
Louisiana's shift to closed primaries poses a major threat to Sen. Bill Cassidy, one of seven Senate Republicans who voted to convict Trump in 2021.
Defunding Planned Parenthood Is 'Politically Toxic,' Says Its CEO
The statement comes as congressional Republicans weigh future funding battles over the organization's reproductive health services.
Mamdani Releases Executive Budget Without His Preferred State Tax Hikes on Wealthy
The mayor says it's a "win," but NYC's projected gaps of $7 billion and $9 billion loom for fiscal years 2028-2029.
Nebraska Governor Primary Elections Set for Tuesday Vote as Incumbent Faces Challenge
Republican Gov. Jim Pillen, backed by President Trump, confronts multiple rivals while Democrat Lynne Walz leads in her party's contest.
SCOTUS Voting Rights Ruling Ignores 'Over 100 Years of History,' Congressional Black Caucus Member Says
A member of the Congressional Black Caucus criticized the Supreme Court's decision on voting rights, arguing it disregards a century of legal precedent protecting ballot access.
CBO Estimates Golden Dome Missile Defense System Will Cost $1.2 Trillion Over 20 Years
The nonpartisan budget office's estimate is far higher than the Trump administration's own projection of $185 billion, raising questions about funding paths forward.
Cruz Calls Ocasio-Cortez a 'Parasite Sucking on the Taxpayer' Over Billionaire Remarks
The Texas Republican fired back after the New York Democrat said Americans cannot earn their way to billionaire status, sparking an exchange over wealth inequality and free enterprise.
Cuban Man Tells Independent Journalist That Communism Is 'The Worst Thing to Exist' As Country Faces Energy Crisis
The interview in Havana comes as Cuba experiences widespread blackouts and food shortages following the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro by U.S. forces.
Hegseth Faces Republican Skepticism at Pentagon Budget Hearing; FDA Commissioner Makary Expected to Resign
Pentagon CFO raises Iran war cost estimate to $29 billion as Congress debates supplemental funding request for tens of billions more.
Democratic Donors Continue Flooding Long-Shot Senate Candidates Cash Despite Party's Financial Crunch
The DNC carries $17.4 million in debt against $15.9 million cash on hand, yet small-dollar donors are funneling millions to candidates in deeply Republican-leaning states.