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North Carolina congressman Edwards quits reelection bid after committee finds inappropriate conduct
North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards withdrew from his reelection campaign following a House Ethics Committee recommendation that he be censured for unprofessional conduct toward female aides.
Union representing IRS workers asks judge to block Trump tax audit immunity deal
A labor union representing IRS workers asked a federal judge to block a tax audit immunity deal granted to President Trump, arguing it forces civil servants to choose between political orders and the law.
Trump again rebukes Jeanine Pirro over reflecting pool ‘vandalism’ case
Former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro, the US attorney for Washington, D.C., moved to dismiss vandalism charges at the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, prompting Trump to publicly criticize her decision this week.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’ new congressional redistricting map targets five Democratic seats for Republicans, but its success depends on whether voters will maintain their 2024 voting patterns in upcoming midterm elections.
The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
Texas held the nation’s first primary elections, featuring a costly Republican Senate runoff and several competitive House races that advanced to runoffs or remain undecided.
Where big spending won – and lost – in the Illinois primary
Illinois Democrats selected five new congressional nominees in a primary marked by approximately $125 million in combined campaign and outside spending, an unusually expensive contest driven by multiple retirements creating open seats.
Takeaways from AP’s review of military families detained under Trump’s immigration crackdown
An AP investigation found that President Trump’s administration has detained dozens of parents and spouses of active-duty U.S. military service members while pursuing mass deportation policies.
Exclusive: Major Republican fundraiser winning contracts from Trump administration, emails reveal
Palmer Luckey, co-founder of defense contractor Anduril Industries, has emerged as a major Republican fundraiser while his company secures substantial contracts from the Trump administration, according to emails obtained by the Guardian.
Democrats look forward after progressive El-Sayed victory in Michigan | First Thing
Progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary. Democratic leaders are now uniting behind the former public health official ahead of November’s midterm elections.
ICE agents used racial slurs during Los Angeles crackdown, court files show
Court documents reveal ICE agents used racial slurs while conducting immigration operations in Los Angeles last summer, prompting a federal lawsuit alleging unlawful detention practices.
Haitian TPS holders in South Florida brace for end of their legal status
Approximately 300,000 Haitian temporary protected status holders in the U.S. face losing legal status after the Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to end their protections, leaving South Florida’s Haitian community uncertain about their future.
Anthony Fauci to face grilling from Senate Republicans on Covid pandemic
Former NIAID Director Anthony Fauci is scheduled to testify before the Senate on the origins of COVID-19, as Republicans continue investigating pandemic-related research funding.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas Republicans designed a new congressional map aimed at flipping five Democratic seats, but the plan’s success depends on whether 2024 voting patterns hold in the midterms.
The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
Texas held the year’s first marquee primaries, with voting issues in the Democratic Senate race and a tight Republican contest headed to a runoff. One House incumbent lost reelection while several others faced uncertain outcomes.
Religion isn’t just for the right: five ways progressives are invoking ‘religious freedom’ laws
Progressive religious groups are increasingly using religious freedom laws to challenge Trump administration policies on abortion access, ICE enforcement, and other civil liberties issues, mirroring tactics long employed by social conservatives.
Kamala Harris endorses Democrat Troy Jackson, in Maine’s US Senate race after last-minute nomination
Former Vice President Kamala Harris endorsed Maine Democratic Senate candidate Troy Jackson, who secured his party’s nomination through a special convention after the original nominee withdrew.
Democrat’s TV ad targets data centers in drive to oust Republican from swing Pennsylvania House seat
Democrat Paige Cognetti is airing a TV ad targeting artificial intelligence data centers in her challenge to Republican Rep. Rob Bresnahan in a swing Pennsylvania congressional district where communities oppose such projects.
First Thing: Pentagon accused of disrespecting war dead as Trump threatens to resume Iran war
The Pentagon reclassified Iran war casualties as “overseas operations,” drawing criticism from military veterans who say the change disrespects the war dead. President Trump meanwhile warned of resuming military action against Iran if diplomatic talks fail.
Ex-FCC officials warn agency sending ‘chilling message’ with ABC license review
Former FCC officials from both parties warn the agency is sending a “chilling message” to broadcasters by reviewing ABC’s license renewals following Trump criticism.
Trump administration needs to stop ‘public harassment’ of Fauci and scientists, open letter says
Over 155 scientists and physicians issued an open letter calling for an end to what they characterize as harassment of American scientists by the Trump administration, ahead of Anthony Fauci’s congressional testimony.
Kentucky governor demands that McConnell prove he is fit to serve or resign
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear calls on Senator Mitch McConnell to prove he is fit to serve following his hospitalization or resign from office.
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