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Tom Kean Jr.'s Political Roots Date to 1776. Is That Enough to Protect the Republican's House Seat?
The New Jersey congressman, descended from one of America's founding families, faces a competitive race as Democrats target his seat amid Trump's unpopularity.
Senate Republicans Consider Talking Filibuster Strategy To Advance National Voter ID Legislation
GOP lawmakers cite 2024 election mandate as justification for pursuing federal voter identification requirements, while Democrats warn of voting rights implications.
House GOP Pushes Spy Powers Vote to April Amid Opposition
The delay forces Congress to reauthorize Section 702 surveillance authorities the week before their April 20 expiration, with opposition from both parties blocking swift passage.
Senate Democrats Oppose SAVE Act, Say GOP Voting Bill's ID Requirements Too Strict
The legislation would require photo identification and access to state voter rolls for federal elections, with Democrats arguing the bill goes beyond existing state ID laws.
Pritzker's Senate Bet Wins, but CBC Tensions Linger as 2028 Looms
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker's $5 million investment lifted Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton to victory, but Congressional Black Caucus members say his kingmaking could complicate a potential 2028 presidential run.
Donna Miller Wins Democratic Primary for Illinois' 2nd Congressional District
Miller, a former Planned Parenthood board member, defeated former Rep. Jesse Jackson Jr. and state Sen. Robert Peters in the Democratic primary, raising $1.9 million for her campaign.
GOP Holds Pennsylvania State House Seat in Special Election
Republican Andrea Verobish defeats Democrat Caleb McCoy in the 79th District, maintaining Republican control of a seat that has been held by the party since 1979.
Polls Close in Illinois Primary; Senate Takes Up SAVE America Act as Trump Pressures NATO on Iran
Illinois voters decide who will succeed retiring Sen. Dick Durbin as the Senate considers Trump's SAVE America Act amid Republican divisions.
Ossoff Blames Republicans for Unpaid TSA Workers Amid Partial DHS Shutdown
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport reports 2-hour average wait times as 300+ TSA employees quit during the 32-day funding lapse.
Sen. Mullin Faces Confirmation Hearing to Lead Department of Homeland Security
Oklahoma senator nominated by Trump to replace Kristi Noem as DHS faces questions about recent turmoil, immigration enforcement and financial disclosures.