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James Talarico Unveils Border Policy Plan for TX Senate Bid, Saying Both Parties Have Failed Us
The Democratic state legislator and teacher is positioning himself as an alternative to traditional party approaches on immigration.
Carville Tells Democrats to 'Just Quit Fighting' Against Voter ID Requirements
The veteran Democratic strategist warns that 75% support for voter ID makes continued opposition a political liability heading into the midterms.
Alaska Officials Ask Voters to Verify Citizenship After Data Error Affects Thousands
The Alaska Division of Elections sent letters to more than 3,000 registered voters after a data mix-up with the state DMV flagged potential non-citizens ahead of the August primary.
Ken Paxton Touts His Efforts to Fight Voter Fraud. His Senate Opponent Is Now Accusing Him of Committing It.
ProPublica and The Texas Tribune reported that the attorney general voted in six elections from an address where he no longer lived, prompting a formal complaint and an allegation of hypocrisy from challenger James Talarico.
Senate Republican Warns Public Growing Weary as Iran Conflict Nears Five Months
Defense Secretary Hegseth testified the operation has cost $37.5 billion so far, with 18 U.S. service members killed since fighting began.
Fox News Poll Shows Strong Support for Voter ID Laws and Mail-In Voting Amid Senate Stalemate
The survey finds 77% back photo ID requirements while 64% support universal mail-in voting, with partisan divides on each issue.
Former NC Gov. Roy Cooper's Campaign Spent $277K on Private Security, FEC Records Show
The six-figure security spending has become a flashpoint in the North Carolina Senate race as Republicans question the former governor's criminal justice record.
DSA-Backed Candidate Oliver Larkin Challenges Rep. Jared Moskowitz in Florida Primary
The 33-year-old progressive, who backs abolishing the Senate and arresting Netanyahu under an ICC warrant, is the only socialist-endorsed House candidate running in a key swing district.
GOP Lawmaker Pushes Legislation to Dissolve Congressional Black Caucus and Other Race-Based Groups
Rep. Nancy Mace's resolution would ban House caucuses organized around race, ethnicity or national origin, targeting some of Congress's most influential Democratic groups.
Thune Says He Can't Count to 50 GOP Votes on Reconciliation Framework
The Senate majority leader acknowledged Republicans lack the votes to advance a $95 billion House-passed budget resolution ahead of the Sept. 30 funding deadline.