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California man who brought guillotine to US Capitol grounds pleads not guilty
A California man was arrested near the US Capitol with a 10-foot wooden guillotine in his truck and pleaded not guilty to a misdemeanor weapon charge at his Wednesday arraignment.
Zelenskyy’s direct plea helped unlock Russia sanctions in the Senate. What’s next is uncertain
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s direct appeal to Senate lawmakers helped secure passage of a Russia sanctions package, though the bill’s fate in the House remains uncertain amid concerns over tariff authority.
Michigan Democrats want to fight Trump. First they have to stop fighting each other
Michigan Democrats are struggling to unite ahead of November elections as internal divisions over their Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed’s Israel rhetoric and controversial associations threaten to overshadow economic messaging against Republicans.
In a Pennsylvania congressional swing district, a Republican incumbent faces allegations over embellishing résumé
A Republican congressman in a Pennsylvania swing district faces accusations of embellishing his résumé with private sector real estate experience that critics say may not have materialized.
Republicans face a midterm verdict as Iran war drags on months longer than Trump promised
As the Iran war extends beyond six months, Republicans face midterm challenges from voters frustrated by rising gas prices and the conflict’s unpopularity, though some remain supportive of Trump’s actions.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’ new congressional redistricting plan aims to flip five Democratic seats to Republican control, but its success depends on whether 2024 voting patterns persist in the midterm elections.
Several states will decide voter ID ballot measures this year
Voters in at least six states are deciding ballot measures on voter ID requirements this year, the largest number in a single year, with swing states Arizona, Nevada, and North Carolina among those holding fall elections on the issue.
Kennedy Center risks financial ruin without Trump’s name, Justice Department argues
The Justice Department argues the Kennedy Center faces financial ruin without Trump’s name displayed, while opponents contend the effort violates the institution’s founding statute honoring President Kennedy.
Trump and Vance will keynote the Republicans’ midterm convention in Texas next month
President Trump and Vice President Vance will headline separate nights at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas on September 9-10, with the RNC billing it as a showcase of the administration’s achievements.
Graham Platner to speak at labor rally, one of his first public events since ending Maine campaign
Graham Platner, the former Maine Democratic Senate nominee who withdrew his campaign in July, is scheduled to speak at a Labor Day rally in Ellsworth, marking one of his first public appearances since ending his race.
Kennedy Center board votes again to renovate building and inscribe Trump’s name on it – report
The Kennedy Center board voted to renovate the building and add an inscription crediting Trump, despite a federal judge’s May order to remove his name from the facade.
Donald Trump empowers US private companies to conduct cyber-attacks
President Trump signed a memorandum authorizing private companies to conduct offensive cyber-attacks against foreign criminal organizations under government direction and control.
Judge again bars Trump administration from implementing order that sought to limit mail voting
A federal judge in Boston blocked an executive order by President Trump that aimed to create a federal voter list and involve the Postal Service in election operations, citing concerns about changing election rules ahead of the midterms.
Trump’s vaccine order hands some MAHA voters a win. It also gives Democrats an attack line
President Trump signed an executive order to scale back the childhood immunization schedule, energizing some vaccine-skeptical voters while giving Democrats ammunition for midterm campaign attacks.
Andrew Tate’s extradition fight tests his influence with Trump’s America
Andrew Tate, a polarizing influencer with connections to Trump allies, was arrested in Florida on July 18 and now faces extradition to the U.K. on charges including rape and human trafficking.
Mike Lindell refuses to concede in Minnesota primary despite getting far fewer votes
Mike Lindell refused to concede defeat in Minnesota’s Republican gubernatorial primary despite trailing Lisa Demuth by over 45,000 votes and a 10.9 percentage point margin.
Unexpected hearing scheduled for Luigi Mangione sparks plea deal speculation
An unexpected hearing has been scheduled in the federal stalking case against Luigi Mangione, sparking speculation about a potential plea deal in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Trump administration pulls support for annual Arctic environmental report
The Trump administration has withdrawn federal support for the annual Arctic Report Card, an environmental monitoring report published since 2006 that tracks rapid climate changes in the Arctic region.
Broadband grants paused as critics allege favoritism toward Elon Musk’s Starlink
Texas paused disbursement of billions in federal broadband funds following allegations that the state’s broadband office favored Elon Musk’s Starlink, prompting lawmakers to announce an audit.
Republicans see Minnesota fraud scandal as a chance to go on offense in a blue state
Republicans see Minnesota’s government fraud scandal involving hundreds of millions of dollars as an opportunity to gain ground in the traditionally Democratic state ahead of this fall’s elections.
Wisconsin Democrats chose a middle path – will it lead to victory in November?
David Crowley, Milwaukee’s county executive, narrowly won Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary over progressive Francesca Hong, backed by outgoing Governor Tony Evers in a high-stakes battleground state race.
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