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Republicans Face Political Pushback After Medicaid Cuts in One Big Beautiful Bill
The sweeping tax and spending package trimmed billions from healthcare programs, forcing GOP candidates to defend the reductions heading into the 2026 midterm elections.
Democratic Senate Candidate Troy Jackson Has Two Children with Second Cousin, Records Show
Jackson faces Sen. Susan Collins in a key race for Senate control after replacing Graham Platner as the Democratic nominee.
El-Sayed Lost Michigan Governor's Race in 2018. Now He's Poised for Another Bid in 2026
The progressive candidate who challenged Whitmer eight years ago is building infrastructure and relationships that could position him for another run.
The Ferocity of the COVID Coverup Is a Thing to Behold
A RealClearPolitics opinion piece argues that government responses to the pandemic raised serious questions about transparency and public trust.
Nevada Wildfire Still Burning Out of Control Near Secretive Area 51 Facility
The blaze has prompted evacuation advisories in Lincoln County as firefighters work to contain the fire burning near the restricted military installation.
GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Mike Minogue Unveils Healthcare Plan to Lower Costs, Expand Access in Massachusetts
The Republican challenger proposes reducing regulatory burden on providers and expanding outpatient centers as he takes on incumbent Democrat Governor Maura Healey.
Missouri Primary Rematch Between Cori Bush and Wesley Bell Tests Democratic Party's Direction
The Aug. 4 election will determine whether St. Louis voters embrace the progressive firebrand or the moderate prosecutor in a race that has drawn $2.2 million in outside spending.
ICE Overhauls Dress Code for Deportation Officers, Bans Jeans and T-Shirts
New guidelines issued July 17 require federal law enforcement to maintain professional appearance in public spaces during arrests.
ICE Tightens Uniform Rules To Boost Officer Visibility
The new dress code requires deportation officers conducting field operations to wear ICE-branded apparel and display agency identification.
ICE Enforcement Division Mandates Dress Code After Shootings and Botched Arrest
New appearance standards require officers in field operations to wear identifiable clothing following incidents that drew scrutiny to agency tactics.