Congress

Ocasio-Cortez Discusses Potential 2028 Presidential Bid, Reflects on Identity

The New York congresswoman stated she is thinking about a run personally, noting that her identity plays a significant role in her consideration.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, September 22, 2026 · 3 min read
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Dem Senate Candidates to Fundraise With Filmmaker Who Called America ‘Sh*thole’

James Talarico and Sherrod Brown are scheduled to appear with Alexis Bittar, whose documentary critiques the American flag as a symbol of exclusion.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, September 22, 2026 · 3 min read
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Proposed Diesel Export Ban Pits GOP Senators Against Each Other

Farm-state Republicans back the embargo to lower domestic fuel costs, while oil-producing states warn of economic fallout.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, September 22, 2026 · 4 min read
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Usha Vance Discusses Balancing Second Lady Duties and Newborn Care in White House

The Second Lady reveals that her summer reading challenge attracted 30,000 children, double the previous year's participation, while describing the logistics of raising a VP's child.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, September 22, 2026 · 4 min read
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Arizona House Race Could Hinge on Voters’ Opinion of Big Beautiful Bill

Polls indicate the 2026 legislative package is a primary driver of voter sentiment in Arizona's competitive congressional districts.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, September 22, 2026 · 4 min read
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Poll Shows Fewer Than Half of California Voters Back Billionaire Tax Measure

Support for Proposition 40, which proposes a 5 percent tax on the net worth of the state's 200 billionaires, has dropped to 45 percent.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, September 22, 2026 · 3 min read
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GOP Senate Nominee Hinson Links Iran Conflict to Rising Consumer Prices in Iowa

The Republican candidate argues that Iowans are bearing the economic cost of the seven-month military engagement through higher fuel and grocery costs.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, September 21, 2026 · 3 min read
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Booker Calls Far-Left Candidates 'Fringe' on Meet the Press, Drawing GOP Criticism

The New Jersey senator’s response to a question about socialist-adjacent candidate Abdul El-Sayed sparked immediate backlash from conservative commentators.

By James Callahan · Monday, September 21, 2026 · 3 min read
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United Russia Retains Parliamentary Majority in First Wartime Vote Since 2022

Preliminary results show the Kremlin party winning 355 seats amid a crackdown on opposition and Ukrainian drone strikes.

By Diane Park · Monday, September 21, 2026 · 4 min read
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Rep. Omar Introduces Bill Redirecting $140 Billion From ICE to Community Services

The 'Make ICE Pay Act' proposes shifting funds from Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act to local recovery efforts, drawing sharp criticism from Republican leaders.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, September 21, 2026 · 4 min read