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Republicans Launch Ad Campaign Targeting Rep. Chris Pappas in New Hampshire Senate Race

The NRSC's $1.5 million general election push targets the Democratic congressman as former Sen. John Sununu builds a commanding primary lead.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, July 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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Crowded Field to Replace Platner in Maine Struggles to Stand Out in First Senate Debate: 4 Takeaways

Maine Democrats face a compressed timeline to coalesce behind a single candidate after the progressive nominee's sudden exit amid misconduct allegations.

By James Callahan · Friday, July 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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DHS Alleges More Than 256,000 Noncitizens May Be Registered to Vote in Four States

Department of Homeland Security says its preliminary review found potential matches between voter rolls and immigration records in California, New Jersey, Nevada and Pennsylvania.

By James Callahan · Friday, July 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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White House Addresses Growing Parasite Outbreak After More Than 400 Americans Sickened

Federal health officials have yet to identify the contaminated food source as cases spread across Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, July 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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White House Revives Public Charge Rule to Deny Green Cards to Benefit Recipients

The policy would allow immigration officers to deny permanent residency to applicants who use Medicaid, housing assistance or food stamps.

By Diane Park · Friday, July 17, 2026 · 4 min read
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Eight Democrats Debate for Maine Senate Nomination Ahead of Delegate Vote

The eight candidates, split into two sessions by News Center Maine, made their final pitches to 601 delegates deciding who will face Sen. Susan Collins in November.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, July 17, 2026 · 3 min read
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Mendoza Campaign Instagram Followed OnlyFans Models, Witch Accounts in Arizona Toss-Up Race

The Marine veteran and Democratic nominee challenging Rep. Ciscomani in AZ-6 says her campaign unfollowed the accounts after being contacted for comment.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, July 16, 2026 · 4 min read
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New Analysis Moves Six House Races Towards Democrats Ahead of Midterms

The Cook Political Report's revised ratings shift competitive districts into lean-Democratic territory, potentially reshaping the House battlefield.

By Diane Park · Thursday, July 16, 2026 · 3 min read
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Senate Republicans Block Democratic Bid to End AI Prior Authorization Pilot in Medicare

The 46-50 party-line vote keeps the Trump administration program active despite Democratic concerns about automation of care decisions.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, July 16, 2026 · 3 min read
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House GOP Pulls Military Benefits Bill That Has Divided Veterans Groups

The package would have expanded compensation for some veterans while cutting future disability claims, sparking opposition from several major veteran organizations.

By Eleanor Cross · Thursday, July 16, 2026 · 4 min read