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Summer Lee beats primary challenger after facing pressure over Israel-Gaza : The race in Pennsylvania’s 12th District was considered a first test for the “Squad” ...
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Summer Lee beats primary challenger after facing pressure over Israel-Gaza ...
Quick Glance: Summer Lee Secures Key Victory in Pennsylvania Primary
  • Pennsylvania congresswoman Summer Lee successfully navigated a primary challenge on Tuesday, securing progressives one of their most crucial wins of this election cycle while preparing for an influx of pro-Israel funding targeting candidates supportive of a ceasefire.

  • During the primaries, Lee emerged victorious against local council member Bhavini Patel, who had raised concerns about the stance of the progressive “Squad” member on the Gaza ceasefire.

  • The resonance of this argument was evident among many of Lee’s supporters and local Democratic figures. The Allegheny County Democratic party formally endorsed Lee in February, marking their support for her for the first time after having backed her opponent in the 2022 primaries.

  • Despite the pro-Israel lobby staying out of the picture, a Super Pac intervened in Lee’s primary to bolster Patel’s campaign. The Moderate Pac, with a mission to back centrist Democrats and significant funding from Republican megadonor Jeffrey Yass, allocated over $600,000 to support Patel.
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Why the U.S. Is Forcing TikTok to Be Sold or Banned: Lawmakers in numerous countries have expressed concerns that TikTok, which is owned by the Chinese company ...
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Why the U.S. Is Forcing TikTok to Be Sold or Banned
Quick Glance: Measures Against TikTok: Biden Sets Deadline for Sale
  • President Biden has signed legislation requiring ByteDance to fully divest from TikTok within a year or potentially face a nationwide ban.

  • This action poses a significant challenge to the future of the video-streaming app in the U.S. and escalates the technological conflict between America and China.

  • TikTok plans to take legal action against the Biden administration, citing concerns that the law could impede the free speech of millions of Americans.

  • This requirement was incorporated into a bill providing foreign aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, mandating ByteDance to sell its stake in TikTok within 12 months under the threat of closure.
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Alabama Senate passes measure ensuring Biden can be on ballot: The Alabama State Senate unanimously approved a measure Tuesday that would ensure President Biden ...
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Alabama Senate passes measure ensuring Biden can be on ballot
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New Jersey Rep. Donald Payne Jr. dies at 65: Payne’s seat in a solidly Democratic district was previously held by his father, Rep. Donald Payne Sr. ...
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New Jersey Rep. Donald Payne Jr. dies at 65
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Trump says RFK Jr. will hurt Biden. In private, he's not so sure.: After mostly ignoring Kennedy earlier, Trump has stepped up his efforts to brand the ...
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Trump says RFK Jr. will hurt Biden. In private, he's not so sure.
Quick Glance: Trump Uncertain About Impact of RFK Jr. on Election
  • While publicly expressing confidence, Trump is unsure how independent presidential candidate RFK Jr. will influence the election.

  • An NBC News poll revealed Kennedy has a stronger negative impact on Trump than Biden, as Republicans view him more favorably.

  • Kennedy attracts voters from both major parties and faces criticism from both sides, creating a dynamic election campaign.

  • Democrats fear Kennedy's fame and political stances may jeopardize support for Biden, while Republicans criticize his environmental and anti-corporate positions.
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Biden rebukes Trump over ‘cruelty’ of Florida’s six-week abortion ban : It was Biden’s first major speech on abortion since Trump suggested that the politically ...
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Biden rebukes Trump over ‘cruelty’ of Florida’s six-week abortion ban
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable
  • President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.

  • He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.

  • Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.

  • Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.
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Every Kennedy family member that opposes RFK Jr.'s presidential run: Several have said Kennedy's long shot campaign will hurt President Joe Biden's reelection ...
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Every Kennedy family member that opposes RFK Jr.'s presidential run
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House Democrats upend GOP's early 2024 fundraising dominance: "We always knew we were never going to out-raise the Democrats," one Republican ...
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House Democrats upend GOP's early 2024 fundraising dominance
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North Macedonia votes for president in test before parliamentary poll: Polls closed in North Macedonia on Wednesday in a presidential election seen as a litmus ...
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North Macedonia votes for president in test before parliamentary poll
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Biden Vs. Trump 2024 Election Polls: Biden Continues Surge—With Help From RFK Jr.
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Biden Vs. Trump 2024 Election Polls: Biden Continues Surge—With Help From ...
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Trump claims 200 million Americans ‘love’ him. How many actually do?: A deep dive on this actually quite relevant question. (Spoiler: It’s a fraction of 200 ...
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Trump claims 200 million Americans ‘love’ him. How many actually do?
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Tulsi Gabbard repeats false Hillary Clinton ‘grooming’ claim in new book: Ex-Democrat, reported contender for Trump running mate, sued Clinton for Russia remark ...
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Tulsi Gabbard repeats false Hillary Clinton ‘grooming’ claim in new book
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Opinion: A Biden-Trump rematch is, apparently, the best we can do — for now: No Labels, which was seeking to attract candidates for a bi-partisan presidential ...
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Opinion: A Biden-Trump rematch is, apparently, the best we can do — for ...
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It’s not that Trump beat Clinton. It’s all the other stuff.: Once you’re committed to Trump, no offense is beyond defense.
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It’s not that Trump beat Clinton. It’s all the other stuff.
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Opinion | What Ever Happened to Gavin Newsom?: He was a rising star a few months ago, but bad governance and the phony factor caught up to him.
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Opinion | What Ever Happened to Gavin Newsom?
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Pennsylvania primaries 2024: Live results and analysis: 538 analysts live-blog the April 23 Pennsylvania primaries, which will set up general elections for ...
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Pennsylvania primaries 2024: Live results and analysis
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4 House primaries to watch in Pennsylvania: The Keystone State will set the table for a slate of key elections this fall.
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4 House primaries to watch in Pennsylvania
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U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans is cruising to a fifth term after defeating Tracey Gordon: Evans effectively secured his fifth term in Congress with no Republican ...
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U.S. Rep. Dwight Evans is cruising to a fifth term after defeating Tracey ...
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More than a dozen members of the Kennedy family gave their formal endorsement of President Biden’s re-election Thursday, snubbing their relative and ... Show more
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Prosecutors cancel warrant for lawmaker on primary eve, saying protective order hadn't been in place
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Prosecutors cancel warrant for lawmaker on primary eve, saying protective ...
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On Earth Day, Biden is launching a new site to apply for Climate Corps jobs: President Biden has been trying to get young voters excited about his 2024 ...
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On Earth Day, Biden is launching a new site to apply for Climate Corps ...
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Trump's map edge: Biden has tougher path to victory, veteran Dem adviser says: Longtime Democratic adviser Doug Sosnik says that while either candidate can win ...
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Trump's map edge: Biden has tougher path to victory, veteran Dem adviser ...
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Pro-Israel groups target progressive lawmakers in primaries: The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and other pro-Israel groups are ramping up ...
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Pro-Israel groups target progressive lawmakers in primaries
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Will foreign policy cost Biden the election?: When big questions about American foreign policy collide with an election, it’s rarely good news for a sitting ...
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Will foreign policy cost Biden the election?
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Full List of Democrats Retiring from House This Year: The Democrats are favored to win back the House majority this November.
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Full List of Democrats Retiring from House This Year
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Biden steps up Hispanic outreach as warning signs flash: “This to me seems like a campaign who’s saying, ‘Holy shit, we’ve got to get out, and early ...
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Biden steps up Hispanic outreach as warning signs flash
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Christopher Meloni Pounces On Kevin McCarthy's Bonkers 2016 Election Claim: The "Law & Order" star joined a number of critics who weren't having it with the ...
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Christopher Meloni Pounces On Kevin McCarthy's Bonkers 2016 Election Claim
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Legal fees pile up for embattled Squad member Cori Bush: Bush, one of the most outspoken critics of Israel in Congress, is in danger of losing her seat.
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Legal fees pile up for embattled Squad member Cori Bush
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Who will be Trump’s VP? A shortlist : Who are the candidates to be Trump’s running mate in the 2024? Here’s who might be on the shortlist for vice-president and ...
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Who will be Trump’s VP? A shortlist
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Why 2024 is a lose-lose election: In 2024, Americans are being asked to decide between two forms of division — one with policies that will divide and the other a ...
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Why 2024 is a lose-lose election
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Democrats pulling out all the stops against RFK Jr.: Democrats are taking extraordinary steps to prevent Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from hindering their efforts to ...
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Democrats pulling out all the stops against RFK Jr.
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When it comes to government planes and political trips, who pays for a president’s campaign travel?
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When it comes to government planes and political trips, who pays for a ...
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‘Squad’ Member Summer Lee Faces Primary Challenge Over Criticism of Israel: The Pittsburgh Democrat angers Jewish constituents and draws praise from progressives ...
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‘Squad’ Member Summer Lee Faces Primary Challenge Over Criticism of Israel
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Column: Nebraska should leave its electoral vote system alone: Gov. Jim Pillen shouldn't push for a winner-take-all system for Nebraska's electoral votes ...
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Column: Nebraska should leave its electoral vote system alone
Quick Glance: Nebraska Should Maintain Its Electoral Vote System
  • Governor Jim Pillen is considering a special session to change Nebraska's electoral system to ensure Donald Trump wins all the state's electoral votes. However, this move is not as straightforward for Trump as Governor Pillen believes. It would not only make our state less democratic but could also backfire, potentially making Nebraska the deciding state that hands the election to President Joe Biden.

  • Pillen and Republican allies are pushing to switch Nebraska to a winner-take-all system to secure all five electoral votes for Trump. This plan is likely to backfire, as opponents are expected to organize a ballot initiative to reverse it.

  • Nebraska has a law allowing voters to challenge a bill before it becomes law through a petition process. If opponents gather the required 125,000 signatures, Pillen's transition to a winner-take-all system would be postponed until after November's general election and could be halted altogether if a majority of voters support the referendum.

  • A ballot initiative would also benefit Democrats in the 2nd District, a true swing district. If successful, it could serve as an additional motivating issue for voters who rightly oppose Trump's interference with the state's democracy for his own gain.
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Healey's popular, just not that popular: Gov. Maura Healey has the approval of nearly 60% of voters. But she's no Charlie Baker.
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Healey's popular, just not that popular
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After rocky start, Kamala Harris emerges as the Biden campaign’s lead prosecutor on top issues
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After rocky start, Kamala Harris emerges as the Biden campaign’s lead ...
Quick Glance: Kamala Harris as Biden Campaign's Lead Prosecutor
  • Kamala Harris has emerged as the Biden campaign's lead prosecutor, energetically and passionately fighting against Trump and advocating for key issues.

  • Her intensified appearances and clear stance against Trump demonstrate a newfound liberation and energy she draws from direct confrontation.

  • Harris leverages her experience as a former prosecutor to address topics like gun control and reproductive rights, establishing an emotional connection with younger voters.

  • Despite past criticism and doubts, Harris exhibits a clear focus and expresses her positions with authority and determination, while her team works on strengthening her presence and impact.
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Democrats’ investments in their multiracial coalition are already paying off: We know voters of color are critical for Democrats’ path to taking back the House — ...
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Democrats’ investments in their multiracial coalition are already paying ...
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RFK Jr. will appear on Hawaii ballot, third state to include him: Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will appear on Hawaii’s presidential ...
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RFK Jr. will appear on Hawaii ballot, third state to include him
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House Approves Foreign Aid Bills Over GOP Infighting: The bills will restart the flow of supplies to Ukraine’s military and provide aid to Israel ...
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House Approves Foreign Aid Bills Over GOP Infighting
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

  • The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

  • Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

  • He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
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Democracy Doesn’t Need Independent Candidates Like RFK Jr.: Democracy doesn’t need independent candidates like RFK Jr. Candidates who represent no party or ...
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Democracy Doesn’t Need Independent Candidates Like RFK Jr.
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Tuesday is the primary election in Pennsylvania, so US President Joe Biden is touring the state. He is visiting his home town of Scranton ... Show more   #JoeBiden   #USWahl   #ZDFheute
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Trump’s increasingly charged criminal trial: This case was always bound to have major political implications. Here’s what we can say so far.
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Trump’s increasingly charged criminal trial
Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
  • A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.

  • The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.

  • Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.

  • The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
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Democrats in Trump Districts Are Outraising Republicans in Biden Districts: Campaign committees for the five Democrats who represent districts that voted for ...
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Democrats in Trump Districts Are Outraising Republicans in Biden Districts
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Democratic Sen. Jon Tester hopes to secure another win in deep-red Montana : Tester is the last Democrat holding statewide office as Republicans have dominated ...
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Democratic Sen. Jon Tester hopes to secure another win in deep-red Montana ...
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Another Republican joins effort to oust Johnson, putting the speaker in real peril
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Another Republican joins effort to oust Johnson, putting the speaker in ...
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Jesse Ventura claims he could beat Biden, Trump in hypothetical match-up: Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura (I) said he could beat both President Biden and ...
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Jesse Ventura claims he could beat Biden, Trump in hypothetical match-up
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NC governor says Biden can win state: North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper (D) said Wednesday he thinks President Biden can win his state in this year’s upcoming ...
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NC governor says Biden can win state
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Biden, in counter to RFK Jr., to get endorsement of other Kennedy family members: Kennedy family members will join Biden Thursday at events in Philadelphia.
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Biden, in counter to RFK Jr., to get endorsement of other Kennedy family ...
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Harry Siegel: Eric Adams is losing New Yorkers by the numbers: The fundamental problem for Mayor Adams right now isn’t his agenda.
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Harry Siegel: Eric Adams is losing New Yorkers by the numbers
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Inside Gavin Newsom's brush with failure: The governor’s anti-homelessness measure struggled to activate the voters who delivered him a series of landslide ...
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Inside Gavin Newsom's brush with failure
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Black Caucus members look to replace Detroit lawmaker with new Black member: Leaders within the Congressional Black Caucus threw their support behind Democratic ...
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Black Caucus members look to replace Detroit lawmaker with new Black ...
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Mayra Flores raises twice as much as U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez: National Republicans are investing heavily in Flores’ bid to retake South Texas district.
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Mayra Flores raises twice as much as U.S. Rep. Vicente Gonzalez
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Election 2024 latest news: Biden to address building trades unions following fresh endorsement
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Election 2024 latest news: Biden to address building trades unions ...
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Biden camp decides not to take the bait on Trump’s stormy trial: The president and his team plan a judicious approach to the courtroom drama engulfing their ...
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Biden camp decides not to take the bait on Trump’s stormy trial
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Donald Trump’s Harlem Bodega Visit Should Scare the Heck Out of Democrats: Yes, there were jeers—but also cheers.
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Donald Trump’s Harlem Bodega Visit Should Scare the Heck Out of Democrats