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A growing tension around immigration policy and national security is evident, as lawmakers like Andy Kim push back against critiques while advocating for humane treatment of migrants. Meanwhile, the U.S. government's handling of international relations is under scrutiny, particularly regarding military support for Ukraine and the implications of Trump's aggressive stance toward Oman. Additionally, issues of accountability are surfacing, with calls for investigations into Trump's dealings with the I.R.S. and compliance with tariff refunds, reflecting a broader demand for transparency in governance.
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What to Know About the Maine Senate Race After Janet Mills Drops OutGov. Janet Mills' withdrawal from the Senate race has accelerated the timeline for what is expected to be a highly competitive and costly election in Maine for 2026.
White House UFC cage fights on Flag Day signify America at half-staffHosting a UFC event at the White House on Flag Day has drawn significant backlash, as many view it as disrespectful to the solemnity of the occasion marking the adoption of the U.S. flag.
Cassidy takes fire over Trump’s surgeon general swapSen. Bill Cassidy is under fire from President Trump and his supporters after the withdrawal of Trump's surgeon general nominee, Casey Means, which has intensified Cassidy's political challenges amid primary threats from the right.
Billionaire Chris Larsen Plans to Spend $3.5 Million in NY House Race Amid Midterm Clash Over A.I.Billionaire Chris Larsen is investing $3.5 million in New York congressional candidate Alex Bores, highlighting the escalating political battle over A.I. regulation during the midterm elections.
Why U.S. Oil Companies Are Not Plugging the World’s Energy GapU.S. oil companies are hesitant to increase production despite global energy demands due to investor pressure for fiscal restraint and uncertainty about the stability of high oil prices.
Trump fumes as Jerome Powell plots future at Federal ReserveJerome Powell's decision to remain on the Federal Reserve board beyond his chairmanship has sparked criticism from Trump allies, who are concerned about the implications for the central bank amid ongoing legal challenges.
Nebraska faces challenges as first state to impose Medicaid work requirements under GOP billNebraska is poised to become the first state to implement Medicaid work requirements under the GOP's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, serving as a critical test case for the party's approach to welfare reform ahead of the national deadline.
Democrats bicker over whether a 2024 autopsy is needed, more than a year laterFrustration mounts among Democrats over the delayed analysis of their 2024 election losses, as internal disagreements persist about the necessity of a party autopsy to understand their defeat against President Trump.
Platner-Mills ending in Maine leaves Democrats questioning Schumer strategySenate Democrats are expressing concerns over Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's political strategy following Gov. Janet Mills' decision to withdraw from the race against Sen. Susan Collins, raising questions about the party's prospects for the 2026 midterm elections.