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Dems Pick Potential Successor to DC's Congressional Delegate After Decades-Long Incumbency
Robert White Jr. won the Democratic primary for Eleanor Holmes Norton's non-voting House seat, which she held for 18 terms spanning roughly 35 years.
Ian McKellen Says He Yelled 'Mar-a-Lago!' While Filming Avengers: Doomsday Destruction Scene
The veteran actor described the moment directors told him to appear more furious while playing Magneto destroying New Jersey.
White Wins D.C. Delegate Primary, Set to Succeed Holmes Norton After 18 Terms
The at-large D.C. City Council member raised record funds for the crowded Democratic primary and faces a near-certain victory in November.
Judge Upholds Wisconsin Judge's Conviction for Helping Immigrant Evade ICE
Former Milwaukee County Circuit Court Judge Hannah Dugan faces up to five years in prison after being found guilty of obstruction charges in a case that tested the boundaries of judicial conduct during immigration enforcement.
DOJ Accuses New York State of Facilitating Fraud in $10 Billion Medicaid Program
The civil lawsuit, filed in Brooklyn federal court, alleges a sham bidding process allowed Georgia-based Public Partnerships LLC to exploit home care services for disabled patients.
Almost Half in New Poll Don't Consider Themselves Democrats or Republicans
The CNN survey finds the share of independents and those identifying outside major parties has grown from 44% to 47% over the past year.
Pence Tells Lame-Duck Republicans to Follow Their Conscience on Trump Agenda
Former vice president, promoting his new book, says departing lawmakers will 'do what they believe is right for the country' as intraparty tensions simmer.
Newsom Says He Is Under Investigation by Trump Administration, Sparking 2028 Speculation
California governor's claim comes as Democrats actively search for a candidate to unify the party after the party's recent electoral losses.
Luigi Mangione Legal Defense Fund Surpasses $1.5 Million in Donations Ahead of Trial
The crowdfunding total comes from over 40,000 donors with a median contribution of $15, as the accused killer of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson prepares for pretrial hearings.
Promoter of Election Conspiracy Theories Wins GOP Primary for Nevada Secretary of State
Jim Marchant's victory sets up November rematch with Democratic incumbent Cisco Aguilar, who will oversee the 2028 presidential election in the battleground state.