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Michigan Democratic Senate Race Draws National Attention as Online Mockery Targets Rep. Haley Stevens
The viral moment comes three weeks before Michigan's Aug. 4 primary, where Stevens faces progressive challenger Abdul El-Sayed for the seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Debbie Dingell.
Graham Proved Principle Bipartisanship Can Coexist
The South Carolina Republican's recent actions have sparked debate over whether principled conservatism and bipartisan cooperation can coexist in today's political landscape.
Republican Congressman Warns US Underestimating China Threat, Says Country 'Sleepwalking Through Competition'
Rep. Dusty Johnson argues Chinese leaders work daily to gain advantages over America while US politicians focus on internal disputes.
Elon Musk Likely Broke Election Law by Giving Voters $1 Million, Wisconsin Board Says
The Wisconsin Elections Commission voted 4-2 that the billionaire's cash payments to registered voters may violate federal law prohibiting compensation for voting activities.
Senate Democrats Block Procedural Vote on Must-Pass Defense Bill Over Iran War Concerns
The rare filibuster of the NDAA, which authorizes $1.15 trillion in Pentagon funding annually, marks a significant break from typical bipartisan support for defense legislation.
Kagan Recalls Graham's Cross-Party Vote That She Says Sealed Her Supreme Court Confirmation
The 2010 moment has drawn renewed attention following Graham's death Saturday at age 71, with Kagan calling it a rare instance of bipartisan support for a Democratic president's high court nominee.
House Democratic Leaders Address Caucus Tensions as Progressive Primary Wins Test Party Unity
The remarks follow progressive victories in recent primaries that have highlighted ideological rifts within the caucus, while Republicans separately navigate their own floor disputes with conservative members.
House Republicans Give Remarks as Johnson Seeks End to Floor Standoff
Conservative hard-liners have pushed for movement on Trump's SAVE America Act, an election reform bill requiring proof of citizenship at voter registration and photo IDs when casting ballots.
GOP Leaders Race to End Conservative Revolt as House Floor Stays at a Standstill
Several dozen Republican holdouts have forced Speaker Johnson to pull procedural votes on key legislation for weeks, blocking the NDAA and other priorities.
Maine Democrats Move Quickly to Select Replacement Candidate as Voters React
The Maine Democratic Party has begun an expedited selection process following recent developments affecting the state's Senate representation, local voters say.