Congress

Senator John Kennedy Introduces 'Margaret' — His Elliptical Trainer Named After Thatcher

The Louisiana Republican posted a tongue-in-cheek workout video to social media that quickly went viral, drawing thousands of reactions from amused followers.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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Speaker Johnson Responds to Domestic Abuse Allegations Against GOP Congressman Max Miller

Miller has denied the accusations from his ex-wife, filed a defamation lawsuit against her, and received Trump's endorsement for re-election despite the controversy.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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Missing GOP Congressman's Father Says Illness 'Won't Linger,' He Will Be 100 Percent OK

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has not voted since March 5 due to an undisclosed medical issue, raising concerns as Republicans hold a razor-thin House majority heading into midterm elections.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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Iowa Democrat Faces Scrutiny Over Comments About Whiteness as She Seeks Competitive House Seat

Sarah Trone Garriott, running against Rep. Zach Nunn in Iowa's 3rd District, made the comments in a resurfaced podcast episode recorded nearly nine years ago.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 4 min read
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Obama Remains Dem Headliner While President With Most Votes in History Fades From Party Spotlight

Former President Barack Obama has been actively campaigning for Democratic candidates while former President Joe Biden, who won more votes than any presidential candidate in history, remains largely on the sidelines.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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Obama Remains Top Democratic Surrogate as Biden, Record Vote-Winner, Stays Largely Absent From Party Races

The former president's heavy involvement in redistricting battles and gubernatorial campaigns contrasts with Biden's limited public presence since leaving office.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 4 min read
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GOP Faces Mounting Political Pressure to Pass Bipartisan Housing Bill

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act cleared the Senate in March but faces obstacles in the House amid midterm election pressures.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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Dem Senate Hopeful's 'Physician' Campaign Pitch Under Fire After License Records Reveal Key Gaps

Records in Michigan and New York show Abdul El-Sayed has never held a medical license despite repeatedly describing himself as a physician on the campaign trail.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 4 min read
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Democrats Will Debate in Iowa US Senate Primary Shaped by Outside Money and Big-Name Endorsements

Zach Wahls and Josh Turek are competing for the chance to flip a Republican-held seat as VoteVets spends $7 million supporting Turek.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, May 15, 2026 · 4 min read
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House Ethics Committee Investigating Sexual Harassment Claims Against Rep. Chuck Edwards

The North Carolina Republican welcomed the investigation, saying he is confident it will expose facts rather than politically motivated fiction.

By Marcus Webb · Thursday, May 14, 2026 · 4 min read