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Federal Courts Hand GOP Mixed Results on Redistricting as Texas Senate Race Reaches Runoff
A federal panel rejected Alabama's map that would have given Republicans an additional seat while upholding maps in Tennessee and Florida, as voters decide between Cornyn and Paxton.
Texas Democrat Maureen Galindo Blames Local Journalist After Antisemitism Accusations
Galindo, who leads in Texas's 35th Congressional District primary race, says her comments about 'American Zionists' were taken out of context as national Democrats scramble to boost a rival candidate.
Interstate Migration, Not Congress, May Be Key Driver of Housing Affordability
Economist argues that Americans relocating from high-cost to lower-cost states is doing more for affordability than federal legislation.
California Officials Declare Chemical Tank Explosion Threat Eliminated After Emergency Operation
The BLEVE risk at GKN Aerospace facility in Garden Grove has been neutralized, though reduced evacuation orders affecting about 16,000 residents remain in place.
Paxton Pulls Negative Ads Against Cornyn as Senate Primary Race Enters Final Stretch
The move signals Paxton's confidence with Trump's endorsement, but Cornyn vows to keep pressing attacks on scandals that have some Republicans bracing for a $100 million rescue operation.
Texas Democratic Congressional Candidate Clarifies Comments on 'Internment Camps' After Party Condemnation
Maureen Galindo, running in the newly redrawn 35th Congressional District near San Antonio, faces a primary runoff against DCCC-endorsed Johnny Garcia next week.
Seattle Mayor Reverses Starbucks Boycott Stance as Company Expands in Tennessee
Wilson admits her comments urging a boycott of the Seattle-based coffee giant 'caused more harm than good' as critics warn of capital flight from progressive cities.
9/11 Steel Beam Arrives at Florida School Where Bush Learned America Was Under Attack
The World Trade Center artifact, part of Tunnel to Towers Foundation's national remembrance tour, was displayed at Emma E. Booker Elementary School in Sarasota where President George W. Bush received news of the attacks in 2001.
Former Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan Ends Independent Bid for Michigan Governor
The former Democratic mayor cited being behind in both polls and fundraising, with a Detroit Regional Chamber poll showing him at 23% support.
Trump Ally Tommy Tuberville Cruises to Alabama GOP Governor Nomination
The sitting U.S. senator and former Auburn football coach defeated two primary rivals in the solidly Republican state, securing a clear path to replacing term-limited Gov. Kay Ivey.