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UAW Backs Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Senate Primary, Boosting Progressive Bid
The United Auto Workers endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan's Senate primary, bolstering his progressive campaign agains
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Obama Center Extends Olive Branch: Trump Invited for Tour After 'Disaster' Jab
The Obama Presidential Center has invited President Trump to tour the facility ahead of its June 19 opening, following T
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Rideshare Drivers Face Lethal Risks as Platforms Dodge Safety Obligations
Rideshare drivers face lethal risks as platforms withhold safety data. Advocates demand federal standards after multiple
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Trump Touts May Jobs Beat as Economy Stays Hot, but Voters Still Feel Squeeze
President Trump seized on a stronger-than-expected May jobs report to declare the economy booming, but persistent concer
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After Primary Loss, Cornyn Steps Back from Trump Highway Naming Push
Sen. John Cornyn is backing away from his proposal to name a Texas highway after President Trump after losing the GOP pr
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Texas AG Probes Celsius Energy Drinks After Teen's Death Linked to Caffeine
Texas AG Ken Paxton has launched an investigation into Celsius Holdings Inc. over caffeine levels in its Alani energy dr
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Trump's D.C. Makeover Push Alarms GOP Strategists as Midterms Near
Trump's emphasis on D.C. beautification projects, like regilding statues and fixing fountains, is drawing GOP criticism
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GOP Faces Packed Summer Agenda as Midterms Loom; Farm Bill, FISA, and Defense Funding Hang in Balance
With immigration funding finally secured, Republicans now confront a dense legislative calendar—farm bill, FISA reauthor
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GOP Senators Push Back on Trump as Budget Fight Exposes Rifts
Senate Republicans are increasingly breaking with President Trump, using budget votes to distance themselves from his mo
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Judge Keeps Ex-CIA Officer Accused of Stealing Gold Bars in Solitary Confinement
A Virginia judge ruled Friday that former CIA officer David Rush must remain in solitary confinement pending trial for a
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Sessions Aide Charged Over Capitol Gun Incident After Months-Long Delay
Luis Vega, chief of staff for Rep. Pete Sessions, was charged Wednesday with carrying a pistol without a license and unl
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Dean: Platner 'Disqualified Himself' Amid Escalating Allegations in Maine Senate Race
Rep. Madeleine Dean (D-Pa.) declared Graham Platner 'disqualified' from the Maine Senate race amid fresh allegations of