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Senate Bill on Athlete NIL Rules Sparks Debate Over State Women's Sports Protections
Attorneys general from six states warn that the Protect College Sports Act's preemption language could undermine Supreme Court rulings upholding Fairness in Women's Sports laws.
Senators Weigh NCAA Governance Criticism as Women's Sports Protections Collide With NIL Legislation
Six state attorneys general have warned that the Protect College Sports Act's preemption language could undermine Supreme Court rulings protecting female athletes.
Democrats Are Again Angling for Rep. Mike Lawler's House Seat as 2026 Midterms Approach
The New York Republican won a narrow victory in 2024 and faces renewed Democratic investment in his swing district.
House Rules Committee Advances Anti-Socialism Resolution on Party-Line Vote
Resolution condemning socialism cleared committee Monday with no Democratic support, setting up Tuesday floor votes as partisan clash erupts over definition of government role in economy.
Kalshi Suspends North Carolina GOP House Candidate Laurie Buckhout for Betting on Own Race
Prediction market platform issued three-year suspension after determining candidate purchased contracts related to her contest against Rep. Don Davis.
Jeffries Speaks as House Returns for Key Votes Including Stopgap Spending Bill
Lawmakers face a Sept. 30 deadline to fund the government ahead of November midterm elections.
Kalshi Permanently Bans Former Rep. George Santos for Life Over Insider Trading Allegations
The online prediction market platform says the former congressman turned a $17,839 profit by betting against his own State of the Union attendance after placing large wagers while capable of influencing the outcome.
Rep. Glenn Ivey Discusses House Agenda Items With NPR Politics
The Maryland Democrat outlined priorities and legislative expectations as Congress returns from summer recess.
Dem Senate Hopeful Roy Cooper Pivots on Data Centers as Rising Power Costs Collide With Campaign
Cooper, who as governor championed Apple and Meta expansions worth billions in investment, now says data centers should pay for their own power amid utility rate concerns.
Republicans Escalate Pressure on Sherrill Over New Jersey Noncitizen Voter Registration Probe
House Republicans are planning hearings and possible subpoenas after calling Gov. Sherrill's response to their questions evasive and politically charged.