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Mamdani Looks to Flex Political Muscle in Key New York House Primaries
The first-term mayor has endorsed progressive challengers to two sitting Democratic congressmen, putting him at odds with senior members of his own party ahead of Tuesday's primaries.
Raising Taxes on the Superrich Is Popular With Voters. So Why Is It So Hard to Get Done?
While 80 percent of Americans support taxing billionaires more, concentrated wealth and political spending have blocked federal action while state-level efforts face legal hurdles and capital flight concerns.
Democratic Senators Call on FCC to Pause Paramount-Warner Bros Merger Over Foreign Investment Concerns
Three senators warn that 49.5% foreign ownership stake, including Gulf sovereign wealth funds, poses national security risks under Section 310 of the Communications Act.
Transgender Former New Hampshire State Representative Sentenced to 33 Years for Child Sex Abuse
Stacie Marie Laughton, who served one term in the state House, pleaded guilty to receiving explicit images of children from a Massachusetts daycare worker.
Sen. Gillibrand's Son Raises $30 Million for Trading Startup valued at $300 Million
Theodore Gillibrand, 22, who graduated from Stanford this week, secured venture funding for American Perpetuals Exchange Corporation as his mother advances crypto legislation.
White House Officials Bid Farewell to Air Force One Plane Used Since 1990
The Boeing VC-25A aircraft, which served seven presidents starting with George H.W. Bush, completed its final presidential flight as Trump prepares to transition to newly outfitted 747-800s.
Progressive Michigan Senate Candidate's Communications Director Under Scrutiny Over Past Social Media Posts
Roxie Richner, communications director for Abdul El-Sayed, made posts in 2019-2020 criticizing white women during George Floyd protests.
Senate Republican Pushes Merit-Based Military Promotions, Targets Biden-Era DEI Policies
Sen. Jim Banks secured an amendment to the $1.15 trillion NDAA that would eliminate diversity considerations in officer promotions and repeal pronoun restrictions.
Senate Armed Services Chair Wicker Opposes Iran Deal as Vice President Vance Defends It
The $300 billion reconstruction fund and potential unfreezing of Iranian assets have drawn bipartisan criticism from Republican lawmakers.
House Members Seeking Higher Office Face Steep Odds in Primaries This Cycle
With 11 losses so far and more races ahead, congressional experience appears to be of limited value to primary voters across both parties.