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White House Report Brands Smithsonian Leadership as Radical Activists Who Cannot Be Trusted
The 81-page document from Trump's Domestic Policy Council criticizes museum leadership and suggests the president may move to install new officials at the institution.
'Cautiously Optimistic': Swing Voters Describe Their View of America at 250
NPR Politics spoke with persuadable voters as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, finding a mix of hope and concern about the country's direction.
House Democrats Dodge Questions on SCOTUS Trans Athlete Ruling, Shift Focus to Economy
The 6-3 Supreme Court decision allowing states to restrict trans athletes drew mostly deflection from House Democrats, who redirected questions toward broader policy concerns.
Lawmakers Working Across Aisle Have Become 'Endangered Species,' House's Only Independent Member Says
The sole independent in the 435-member chamber warns that bipartisan collaboration is increasingly rare as partisan primaries reward ideological purity.
Democratic Senate Candidate Called for Mass Release of Criminals During Prison Abolition Webinar
Abdul El-Sayed said society should invest in 'any and all efforts to get people out of jails and prisons' during 2020 event alongside convicted murderer and registered sex offender.
Decline of Impeachment Voters, and Other Midterm Lessons
Analysis suggests fewer voters prioritized impeachment as a driving factor in the 2026 midterm elections compared to previous cycles.
We Asked Americans to Grade the Economy. Then We Asked if It Would Change Their Vote.
A Fox News survey of Fourth of July celebrants on the National Mall found most gave the economy a B, but many said values and party loyalty matter more than economic performance when casting ballots.
Vulnerable House Dem's Bipartisanship Push Clashes With Vulgar Comments About Hegseth
Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nev., who markets herself as a bipartisan dealmaker in a swing district, made profanity-laced remarks about wanting to 'beat the s--- out of' Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth while discussing rare earth mineral investments.
Bipartisan Lawmakers Push to Remove Syria From State Sponsors of Terrorism List
Sen. Shaheen and Rep. Wilson cite political transformation following December 2024 ouster of Assad in letter to Secretary Rubio.
Sen. Bernie Moreno Questions Cincinnati Mayor Over New Economic Inclusion Department
The Ohio Republican senator is asking for details on federal funding and the city's contracting process amid a $30 million budget deficit.