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From Wasserman Schultz to Goldman, Democratic incumbents are fighting for survival

Democrats face anti-incumbent wave as progressives like Goldman, Espaillat, Wasserman Schultz, and Matsui fight primary challengers.

Secretive super PAC funding is skyrocketing in primaries

A record number of groups are exploiting a gap in campaign finance law to...

The government officials who can’t wait to clean out stadium toilets

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Those in charge of SoFi Stadium have two days to clean...

These 11 upcoming Supreme Court decisions could make or break Trump’s second term agenda

The Supreme Court faces 23 unresolved cases this term, including challenges to Trump's immigration orders, presidential firing power, and gun rights.

The man who runs the town between the stadiums

ARLINGTON, Texas – In the run-up to the 2026 World Cup, politicians around the...

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz accuses Trump of politicizing state’s fraud allegations

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is accusing President Trump of using fraud allegations to withhold funds from low-income state residents, after the White House froze all federal child care payments to Mr. Walz's state.

Linda Stevenson, wife of Jill Biden’s first husband, found dead after domestic dispute call

Linda Stevenson, the wife of former first lady Jill Biden's ex-husband Bill Stevenson, was found dead in her home in Delaware on Sunday after police responded to a report of a domestic dispute.

CIA behind U.S. drone strike on Venezuelan dock allegedly used for drug smuggling: Reports

The CIA was responsible for a U.S.-led drone strike last week on a Venezuelan dock that President Trump said was involved in drug trafficking, according to media reports.

Comer, House Oversight demand answers in Minnesota fraud hearing, call on Walz to testify

House Republicans invite Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to testify about alleged fraud rings in state social services programs. Chairman James Comer schedules hearing for Jan. 7.

Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot tells Border Patrol official his ‘day of reckoning is fast approaching’

Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot warned Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino in a post on X that his "day of reckoning is fast approaching."

Priorities, Priorities

Silver rebounded after a sharp sell-off, but China’s dominance in refining and rising U.S.–China mineral competition point to deeper, long-term risks.

This Day in Liberal Judicial Activism—December 31

1975—In Roe v. Norton, a three-judge district court rules that the Equal Protection Clause requires Connecticut to fund elective abortions for welfare recipients if it funds their expenses associated with childbirth. In his opinion...

Democrat Renee Hardman wins Iowa state Senate seat, blocking GOP from reclaiming a supermajority

Democrat Renee Hardman was elected to the Iowa state Senate on Tuesday in a year-end special election, denying Republicans from reclaiming two-thirds control of the chamber.

Trump administration halts federal child care payments to Minnesota amid fraud charges

The Trump administration said late Tuesday it was freezing child care payments to Minnesota over the reported fraud schemes that have plagued the state.

Ukraine–Russia at a crossroads: How the war evolved in 2025 and what comes next

President Donald Trump engaged Ukraine, Russian leaders throughout 2025 in unprecedented diplomatic push to end the war, including Alaska summit and Mar-a-Lago meetings.

What to know about new state laws in 2026 on wages, SNAP benefits and climate tax

New state laws taking effect in 2026 will impact Americans through higher minimum wages, tourism taxes and tighter SNAP restrictions across states.

Democrats had major election victories in 2025, but wins don’t erase party’s critical weaknesses

Democrats scored major victories in 2025 elections despite brand challenges. DNC chair sees silver lining as party prepares for crucial midterms ahead.

Congress fails to save Obamacare subsidies after shutdown fight, premiums set to surge

Congress fails to extend enhanced Obamacare subsidies before the Dec. 31 deadline as both sides try to find common ground on a bipartisan solution when they return in the new year.

Former GOP Sen. Jon Kyl announces dementia diagnosis, steps away from public life

Former Arizona Republican Sen. Jon Kyl, 83, announced he is withdrawing from public life after being diagnosed with dementia following decades of service in Congress.

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