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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Money Talks: Texas Senator Candidate's Surprising Donors

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a Texas Democrat with a fiery reputation, is making waves in her U. S. Senate run. What's surprising is where her campaign cash is coming from. Big names in tech and crypto, usually seen backing Republicans, are opening their wallets for her. Marc Andreessen, a tech billionai

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Jan 12 2026POLITICS

How Democrats Can Stop Losing by Being Less Picky

Democrats might want to think about being nicer to people if they want to win again. They have a habit of ignoring or dismissing folks who don't fit their idea of perfect. This isn't just about voters, but also about powerful people who might seem a bit odd or difficult. Take Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

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Jan 10 2026POLITICS

GOP Lawmakers Break Ranks: A Shift in Republican Unity

Republicans are starting to stand up to Trump. This is a big deal because they usually go along with whatever he says. They are focusing on important issues like health care and housing. But Trump is still in charge of most of the party. Trump has been busy with lots of different things. He wants t

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Jan 08 2026POLITICS

The Healthcare Subsidy Showdown

Democrats are facing a tough situation with healthcare subsidies. They promised these subsidies as a temporary fix, but now they're fighting to keep them forever. It's a common trick they use: promise something short-term, then fight to make it permanent. This has led to a lot of government spending

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Jan 02 2026POLITICS

Minnesota's Money Mystery: Who's to Blame?

Republicans are raising alarms about a huge fraud case in Minnesota. They say billions of taxpayer dollars have been stolen. A Florida representative even compared it to the mafia. He wants the federal government to take strong action, just like they did to fight organized crime in the past. Federa

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Dec 28 2025POLITICS

Congress Should Step Up on Africa Decisions

Rep. Kat Cammack from Florida recently spoke about U. S. military action in Africa. She believes that if extremists in Nigeria don't stop their activities after recent strikes, Congress should vote on further actions. This is important because it ensures that the administration doesn't act alone wit

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Dec 20 2025POLITICS

Lawmaker Challenges FAA on Funding Cuts for Airport Solar Project

Rep. Andre Carson recently questioned the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) about cuts to aviation grants, specifically targeting the termination of funds for a solar farm upgrade at Indianapolis International Airport. He argued that these cuts, made under the Department of Government Efficiency

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Dec 19 2025POLITICS

Republicans Shift Focus: Health Care or Transgender Care?

Republicans are making a big deal about transgender health care. They say they're protecting kids from treatments they think are harmful. But doctors say they're wrong. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Medical Association support gender-affirming care. They say it's important for

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Dec 17 2025POLITICS

A Washington Lawmaker Calls It Quits

Rep. Dan Newhouse, a Republican from Washington, has decided not to run again in the next election. He made this choice with no regrets, feeling grateful for his time in Congress. Newhouse is one of the few Republicans who voted to impeach former President Donald Trump after the January 6th Capitol

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Dec 13 2025POLITICS

Democrats: New Faces or Tried-and-True Leaders?

Democrats are in a tough spot. They want to take back Congress, but first, they have to deal with some big fights within their own party. It's not just about policy anymore. It's about style and who can inspire voters. Some Democrats think it's time for new leaders. They want to replace some of the

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