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Fetterman Says Sanders, Others Need to 'Apologize' for Backing Platner Amid Abuse Allegations
The Pennsylvania Democrat called Graham Platner a "predator" and said progressive leaders who championed his Maine Senate bid should take responsibility.
Extremist Streamer Sparks Backlash After Declaring NYC an 'Islamic Republic' at Egypt Soccer Celebration
The viral video, viewed tens of millions of times across social media platforms, drew condemnation from figures including a former Navy SEAL and tech entrepreneur Elon Musk.
Gov. Sherrill Ran on Freezing Electricity Rates Can She Deliver Relief to New Jersey
The governor faces regulatory constraints and market forces as she works to make good on a key campaign promise amid rising energy costs.
Interior Department Proposes First Major Update to Public Lands Grazing Rules Since 1995
The BLM's proposed regulations would expand livestock grazing on 155 million acres while limiting public participation in permit decisions.
Maine Democrats Face Deadline After Top Party Figures Abandon Platner Over Assault Allegations
Senate Minority Leader Schumer and multiple Democratic senators have called on the nominee to step aside, with a July 13 deadline approaching to find a replacement.
Graham Platner Accuser Describes Alleged Assault in CNN Interview; Multiple Democrats Withdraw Endorsements
Jenny Racicot told CNN's Jake Tapper that the Maine Senate candidate appeared 'blackout drunk' during an alleged attack, saying he apologized mid-assault before continuing.
Pete Hegseth Defended Against Allegations That Civilian Protection Efforts Were Gutted, Lawmakers Say
Ten Democratic lawmakers say the Pentagon cut a congressionally mandated civilian harm program by 90% as U.S. strikes in Yemen and Iran killed dozens of noncombatants.
FIFA Reverses Decision on 2026 World Cup Hosting Arrangement, Sparking Political Reactions
The international soccer governing body reversed a contested policy regarding the United States-hosted tournament amid bipartisan debate over sports governance.
Trump Administration Moves To Restore American Worker's Agency With Focus on Wage Enforcement
The administration says the plan would strengthen worker protections, while critics argue it could expand federal overreach into labor markets.
New ICE Facility Near Louisiana Airport Could Expedite Family Deportations
The 528-bed staging area would sit adjacent to the nation's largest deportation hub, which handled over 4,400 immigration flights in 2025.