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June 14, 2025
Portland Braces for Protests: A City Determined to Learn From Its Past
Before Los Angeles, there was Portland, Oregon. In 2020, the city became a battleground for over 170 days of intense protests against police violence. The iconic scenes included peaceful lie-ins on the Burnside Bridge and marches featur 👉 Full story
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June 14, 2025
Mark Meadows: From White House to Capitol Hill, Orchestrating a Legislative Comeback
It’s as if Capitol Hill has summoned one of its most familiar specters. Mark Meadows, a name that once roiled the corridors of power, is back, this time weaving through the tense threads of Republican strategy over a contentious megabil 👉 Full story
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June 13, 2025
Senate Democrats Call for Hearing on Trump Administration’s Tactics in LA Protests
Democrats on the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee are pressing for a formal hearing to scrutinize President Donald Trump’s approach to the recent protests in Los Angeles, which have sparked widespread controve 👉 Full story
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June 13, 2025
Florida Congressman Cory Mills Debuts Dramatic Capitol-Themed Tattoo
Rep. Cory Mills, a Florida Republican, has taken his dedication to his role in Congress to a new level. Mills recently unveiled a striking new tattoo that etches a symbol of his commitment to the U.S. government directly onto his skin. 👉 Full story
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June 13, 2025
Democrats Rally Around Senator Padilla's Arrest as a Call to Action on Immigration

Democrats are channeling outrage into a renewed message on immigration following the viral arrest of Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) during a press conference held by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The image of Padilla in hand

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June 13, 2025
Mothers on a Mission: A New Breed of Candidates Aims to Reshape the Political Landscape in 2026 Midterms
In a strategic pivot, the Democratic Party is spotlighting a unique cohort of candidates for the 2026 midterm elections: mothers of young children. This new wave of political hopefuls is not only bringing their professional acumen to th 👉 Full story
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June 13, 2025
Tensions Rise as Senate Prepares to Unveil Controversial Megabill, Possible Delays to Address GOP Divisions and Medicaid Concerns
Senate Finance Republicans are poised to potentially release the text of a significant legislative package as early as Friday, which will detail prominent changes to Medicaid and incorporate tax incentives championed by former President 👉 Full story
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June 13, 2025
Democrats Assert Ownership Over American Patriotism Ahead of Flag Day

In a compelling prelude to Flag Day, Democratic Representatives Pat Ryan and Chris Deluzio took a symbolic step by distributing small American flags to their colleagues on Capitol Hill. This gesture coincided with a contentious moment a

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June 13, 2025
Ink and Insight: A Weekly Roundup of Political Cartoons
Every week, the sharp pens and sharper wits of America’s cartoonists converge on the political landscape, capturing its quirks and quagmires with a blend of satire and truth. This week's selection, curated by Matt Wuerker, offers a pano 👉 Full story
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June 13, 2025
Senate GOP Hard-Liners Show Signs of Yielding on Controversial Megabill
The Senate’s most conservative members, who initially promised a fierce battle against the sprawling new legislation known as the “big, beautiful bill,” are now hinting at a softer stance. The shift in rhetoric from vocal GOP critics li 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
House Ethics Committee Initiates Review of Campaign Activity Rules Amid Allegations and Ambiguities
The House Ethics Committee has taken a significant step towards refining the guidelines on campaign activities by establishing a review subpanel. This bipartisan committee, known for its confidentiality, announced on Thursday that the n 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
Why ‘Hellcats’ Could Be the Game Changer for Democratic Election Hopes
When Rep. Mikie Sherrill clinched the Democratic nomination for New Jersey governor, a certain group chat named “Hellcats”—comprising military veteran women aiming for Congress—erupted in cheers. This chat isn't just about camaraderie; 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
Democrats Pinpoint Effective Immigration Messaging in Battleground Districts Amidst Trump’s Policies
In a strategic move to recalibrate their stance on immigration, Democrats have unearthed potentially game-changing messaging tactics aimed at undermining former President Donald Trump’s stronghold on the issue, according to a new poll. 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
Democrats Rally on Capitol Hill in Protest Over Sen. Padilla's Controversial Detention
In a bold display of solidarity, dozens of House Democrats marched to the offices of Hill GOP leaders on Thursday afternoon, voicing their strong objection to the recent detention of Senator Alex Padilla by federal agents. Despite their 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
House Approves $9.4 Billion Funding Clawback Amid Intense Debate and Narrow Victory
In a nail-biting session, the House of Representatives has advanced a White House-backed proposal to rescind $9.4 billion in previously approved spending, marking a significant victory for President Donald Trump. The decision came down 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
House Democrats Call for Testimony from DHS Secretary Noem After Senator Padilla's Detainment
Shocked and outraged, House Democrats are calling for DHS Secretary Kristi Noem to testify before Congress following the unexpected detention of Senator Alex Padilla by federal agents during a DHS press conference in Los Angeles. The in 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
Shocking Incident: Senator Alex Padilla Handcuffed at Press Conference in Los Angeles
Senators across the political spectrum were left in disbelief after footage emerged showing Senator Alex Padilla, a Democrat from California, being forcibly removed and handcuffed by law enforcement during a news conference in Los Angel 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
White House Picnic Politics: Senator Rand Paul Reinvited Amidst Ongoing Disputes
In a surprising turn of events, Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) has had his invitation to the White House picnic reinstated by President Donald Trump, despite recent criticisms of the administration's legislative efforts. The picnic, a longst 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
Schumer Mobilizes Coalition to Save Clean-Energy Initiatives Amid GOP Pushback
In a high-stakes battle over the future of America's clean energy, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is spearheading efforts to preserve key elements of the Biden-era climate legislation. The New York Democrat is working tirelessly t 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
Blue-State Battle: Republican Lawmakers Clash with Democratic Governors Over Sanctuary Policies
In a heated session of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on Thursday, Democratic governors from New York, Minnesota, and Illinois faced sharp criticism from Republican representatives of their own states over their san 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
Senate Finance Committee's Upcoming Megabill May Exclude SALT Deduction Details
The Senate Finance Committee is expected to release a crucial part of the GOP's sweeping megabill soon, but it might do so without clear guidelines on the state-and-local-tax (SALT) deduction. Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma, a key 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
GOP Leaders Rally Votes for Contentious $9.4 Billion Spending Cuts
In a determined push on Capitol Hill, House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed optimism about the passage of a significant $9.4 billion spending cuts package during the upcoming Thursday vote. Despite internal divisions within the Republica 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
Trump's Tax Cut Tangle: A GOP Conundrum as Deadline Looms
President Donald Trump is pushing hard for a "big, beautiful bill" to land on his desk within three weeks, aiming to solidify his tax cut ambitions. However, the path forward is fraught with intra-party disputes and fiscal dilemmas. Tod 👉 Full story
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June 12, 2025
New Legislation Predicted to Widen Income Gap, CBO Report Shows
The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has released a new analysis revealing significant disparities in the financial impact of a domestic-policy package recently passed by House Republicans. The report forecasts a troubling shift in fed 👉 Full story
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June 11, 2025
Senator Rand Paul Excluded from White House Picnic Amid Policy Disputes
In an unprecedented move that marks a new low in political decorum, Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky announced on Wednesday that he has been uninvited from the traditionally bipartisan White House picnic for Congress members. This decision 👉 Full story
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June 11, 2025
Senate Approves Contentious Arms Deals to Qatar and UAE Amid Allegations of Personal Gain for Trump
In a significant decision on Wednesday, the Senate voted against blocking arms sales to Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, despite concerns voiced by Democrats that the deals might personally benefit President Donald Trump. The propose 👉 Full story