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Hochul Says Stefanik Would've Been Tougher GOP Opponent Than Blakeman in Surprising Swipe at Rival
The Democratic incumbent suggested the congresswoman's national profile would have made for a different race, drawing immediate criticism from Blakeman.
Spencer Pratt Posts Viral Video Criticizing NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's July Fourth Speech
The former reality TV star filmed his response from the site of his Los Angeles home destroyed in last year's Palisades fire.
Eight Rescued From Seaplane That Landed in Manhattan's East River
All passengers and crew were pulled from the water by emergency responders near the East 34th Street heliport.
Paul Pelosi, 86, Faces Hit-and-Run Charge After Striking Parked Car in Napa County
The incident occurs more than two years after the former House speaker's husband pleaded guilty to misdemeanor DUI causing injury in the same county.
Grand Jury Indicts Louisiana's Attorney General in Fight Over Local Court Changes
AG Liz Murrill faces criminal charges for allegedly threatening New Orleans officials who opposed a law that eliminated an elected clerk position days before Calvin Duncan was set to take office.
Goal of Higher Voter Turnout Remains Elusive in California As Extended Ballot Counting Persists
State officials have implemented various reforms to boost participation, but turnout figures continue to fall short of targets despite changes to how votes are tallied.
Harris Reaches Out to NYC Mayor Mamdani, Progressives as 2028 Speculation Grows
The outreach comes after Harris lost key progressive support during her 2024 presidential campaign and signals an effort to rebuild coalitions ahead of a potential bid.
Protesters Receive Decades-Long Sentences for Texas ICE Facility Clash
Eight protesters were sentenced in connection with an attack on the Prairieland Detention Center, including one defendant who received a 100-year term.
Florida Executing Prisoners at Record Pace as Most States Abandon Death Penalty
The state has carried out 19 executions in a single year for the first time since 1936, accounting for 40% of all U.S. executions in 2025.
Supreme Court Upholds Mississippi Law Allowing Late-Mail Ballots in 5-4 Ruling
The decision, four months before the 2026 midterms, allows ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted if received within five days.