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Schumer’s former ally mounts leadership challenge as Democrats face rare internal power struggle

Senate Democrats face their first contested leadership race since 1994 as Chris Van Hollen challenges Chuck Schumer with Bernie Sanders' backing.

Colossal cost — and tiny benefit — of the ‘net zero’ climate madness

Right now, thousands of diplomats, bureaucrats, and campaigners are meeting in Türkiye yet again...

Rep. Jamie Raskin wants to ‘rein in ICE’ and ‘rebuild’ DOJ next Congress

Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin is launching his bid to chair the powerful House Judiciary Committee with a promise to investigate alleged corruption and effect policy changes within the Trump administration.

New White House lobbying rule under Stephen Miller: Staff can’t meet with lobbyists without approval

White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller is ushering in a new era of lobbying protocols at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave., reportedly requiring staff to receive prior approval if they want to meet with a lobbyist.

House panel calls for ban on public officials using prediction markets

The Republican-controlled House Oversight Committee is calling for new laws to crack down on insider trading in prediction markets.

Washington Times Weekly: Pushing for a trade deal

Welcome to Washington Times Weekly, where we get a chance to sit down with our reporters and dig into their coverage of the latest news and events. I am joined by our esteemed White House correspondent, Jeff Mordock.

Vatican notes ‘exchange of opinions’ over migrants, prisoners in meeting with Vance

U.S. Vice President JD Vance met Saturday with the Vatican's No. 2 official amid tensions over the U.S. crackdown on migrants, with the Holy See reaffirming good relations but noting "an exchange of opinions" over current international conflicts, migrants and prisoners.

Republican changes Van Hollen’s office plaque after Dem’s visit to El Salvador

Rep. Mike Collins mocked Sen. Chris Van Hollen over his visit to El Salvador, implying that the Democrat doesn't actually represent his constituents.

GOP gubernatorial candidate in key state touts record in race against Ramaswamy: ‘Results, not just rhetoric’

Fox News Digital spoke to Ohio Republican Attorney General Dave Yost about his gubernatorial campaign against Trump-endorsed tech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy.

Global church network pushes ‘climate justice’ narrative during Holy Week: ‘Moral imperative’

One of the world's largest ecumenical Christian church networks has been posting a climate activism agenda during Holy Week, sparking criticism from some.

Dem senator’s El Salvador trip might violate law liberals used as pretext for Michael Flynn probe: critics

Sen. Chris Van Hollen should be subject to the Logan Act of 1799, say several conservatives who point to hypocrisy over the case of Gen. Michael Flynn.

Drag queen group mocks Jesus, Christianity in Easter show marketed to kids

A drag queen group called the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence is sparking controversy in the days leading up to their annual transgender Easter event.

Here’s what happened during Trump’s 13th week in office

President Donald Trump met with foreign leaders from El Salvador and Italy this week, advancing negotiations on both trade and immigration issues at the White House.

Oregon lawmaker latest Democrat to visit El Salvador for deported illegal migrant Abrego Garcia

Rep. Maxine Dexter, D-Ore., says she will travel to El Salvador to advocate for the release of deported illegal migrant Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, the latest Democrat to do so following Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md.

Colorado lawmaker latest Democrat to visit El Salvador for deported illegal migrant Abrego Garcia

Rep. Maxine Dexter, D-Ore., says she will travel to El Salvador to advocate for the release of deported illegal migrant Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, the latest Democrat to do so following Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md.

What is REAL ID? Deadline approaches for new identification cards required to fly domestically

Travelers will be required to have updated identification by May 7. Here's a look at what REAL ID is, why it's happening now and how to get one before time runs out.

Dem with POTUS potential takes aim at own party, ‘whole rebrand’ needed amid Trump resistance

Rising star Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., has tough words not only for President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, but also for fellow Democrats.

Pro-life father whose home FBI raided appeals ruling by ‘activist’ judge: ‘Faulty investigation’

40 Days for Life volunteer Mark Houck is appealing a judge's decision to dismiss his lawsuit against the DOJ over his arrest and prosecution by the Biden administration.

GOP push to make Trump’s 2017 tax cuts permanent, say going back would be a ‘dramatic’ change for many

With tax season officially over, Congressional Republicans are now pushing to make President Donald Trump's 2017 tax cuts permanent before they expire later this year.

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