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Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Republicans Shift Midterm Tactics, Waving Trump but Focusing on Local Issues

Republicans are reshaping their midterm game plan. They want to use President Trump’s name as a rallying point, yet avoid turning every race into a vote for him. The idea is to lean on his ability to bring voters out while keeping campaigns centered on everyday concerns like taxes and inflation.

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Wild animals acting oddly in southern New Mexico parks prompt safety alerts

Reports from catron county describe bobcats and foxes moving toward people rather than fleeing – a red flag since such bold behavior often signals sickness in the wild. No bites occurred in the two incidents, but staff worry the animals may carry rabies after a bobcat in nearby Sierra county tested

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Empty Ships, Full Claims: What’s Really Happening with U. S. Oil Tankers?

Reports say a fleet of massive oil tankers—some of the biggest in the world—are sailing toward America, but they’re traveling empty. President Trump suggested this is a smart move, claiming these ships are on their way to collect the country’s top-tier oil and gas. He even argued that the U. S. now

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

U. S. Congressman Says Trump Will Keep Fighting Iran Over Oil

Rep. Austin Scott, a Republican from Georgia, told a news show that he believes President Trump will not back down from the war with Iran. He said the fight started because Iran keeps enriching uranium and that the U. S. must keep up its military actions. Scott is on two important House committees:

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

House Republicans Struggle to Unite Over Affordable Living Bill

Republicans in the House are trying to pass a big bill that would lower costs for families before November elections. They want the plan to stand out from Democrats, hoping voters will reward them for tackling everyday expenses. The party holds a narrow 218‑214 majority, so any new law needs almo

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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 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 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 29 2025SPORTS

A Legend Steps Down: Neil Best Ends His 50-Year Journalism Journey

Neil Best, a well-known name in sports journalism, has decided to retire after an impressive 50-year career. His last day at Newsday, where he has worked since the early 1970s, will be this Wednesday. Best shared his decision on social media, saying he is stepping away from daily journalism and his

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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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