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White House Officials Stepped Back From Push to Oust Max Miller in Closing Days

Ohio Republican faces ethics investigation and domestic abuse allegations while party weighs whether to defend a competitive seat.

By James Callahan · Monday, August 10, 2026 · 4 min read
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Spencer Pratt Praises Fierce GOP Foe in Rare Bipartisan Turn: 'Major Props'

The former Republican mayoral candidate and wildfire victim credited Sens. Adam Schiff and Rick Scott with pushing through tax relief legislation that would eliminate the 10% income threshold for disaster deductions.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, August 10, 2026 · 3 min read
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Ed Case Wins Democratic Nomination for U.S. House, Fending Off Left Challenge

The 73-year-old incumbent defeated 42-year-old state Sen. Jarrett Keohokalole in Hawaii's 1st Congressional District primary.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, August 10, 2026 · 3 min read
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Voters Won't Like the Right's Response to '$20 Burrito' Debate

Republicans face backlash as conservative voices offer dismissive responses to rising food prices that have drawn comparisons to a $20 burrito.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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Senate Leaves Washington Without Voting on Crypto Bill, Dimming Its Chances Before Midterms

The Clarity Act would have created a federal regulatory framework for the cryptocurrency industry; lawmakers won't return to DC until after Labor Day.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 3 min read
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Florida House Candidate Criticizes Carville Remarks on Progressive Candidates

Oliver Larkin says it would be 'foolhardy' for Democrats to exclude progressive and democratic socialist voices from the party.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 3 min read
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Outsider House Primary Winner Sets Sights on Flipping Longtime GOP Seat Back From Dems: 'Ready for a Change'

Terri DeBoer, a veteran meteorologist with no prior political experience, won the Republican primary in Michigan's 3rd Congressional District, which Democrats flipped in 2022.

By James Callahan · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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GOP Senator Calls Max Miller Allegations 'Deeply Troubling'

Sen. Jim Banks says Ohio Rep. Max Miller should resign if abuse accusations against him are true.

By Diane Park · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 3 min read
Congress

Young Conservatives Reveal What's Top of Mind as GOP, Democrats Battle for Gen Z Voters

College students at a recent conservative conference cited housing costs, inflation, AI concerns, and immigration as key issues shaping their political engagement heading into the midterm elections.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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Max Miller Is Refusing to Drop His Bid for Reelection; Here's What Voters Think

The Ohio Republican's decision to continue his campaign despite pressure sets up a contested primary in the state's 7th Congressional District.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 4 min read