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May 17 2026POLITICS

Political Drama: Trump and Boebert Clash Over Kentucky and Colorado Races

Republican infighting just got louder after President Trump openly questioned Rep. Lauren Boebert's loyalty. Boebert, known for her strong conservative views, recently supported Rep. Thomas Massie in his Kentucky primary. Trump, who usually backs loyal allies, criticized her choice, calling Massie "

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Midterm Test: A Tightrope for Republicans

Republicans face a tricky choice as the 2024 midterms approach. The party’s survival hinges on how it deals with President Trump, who is still a powerful force in the GOP. Trump says he will be on the ballot and that his supporters love him, a claim that puts pressure on Republican candidates

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Maryland’s governor could push for fairer voting rules

Governor Wes Moore recently hinted at backing open primaries during a TV interview, calling Maryland’s current voting system outdated. That’s a big deal because most Americans now want more flexible election rules. If Moore really means what he said, he should use his next legislative session to mak

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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 18 2026POLITICS

California’s Governor Uses PAC Funds to Push His Book Up the Charts

Governor Gavin Newsom’s political team spent over a million and a half dollars to buy most of the copies of his new memoir, pushing it onto the bestseller list. Records show his PAC paid for about 67, 000 out of 97, 400 total copies sold nationwide. That means roughly two out of every three books so

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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 29 2026POLITICS

Colorado's Governor: A Look at the Highs and Lows

Governor Jared Polis's time in office has been a mix of good and not-so-good moments. Let's break it down. First, the economy. Colorado kept growing, and Polis gets some credit for not making things harder for businesses. But, to be fair, the state was already doing well before he started. He didn'

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Jan 28 2026POLITICS

A Governor's Bold Words

Governor JB Pritzker of Illinois made some strong statements recently. He said that the current political situation in the US is even tougher than the COVID-19 pandemic. This is quite a claim, given that the pandemic caused so many deaths. During a podcast, Pritzker was asked how he was handling th

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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 09 2026POLITICS

California's Governor: A Mixed Bag of Promises and Problems

Governor Gavin Newsom recently delivered his final State of the State address, painting California as a shining example for the nation. He highlighted the state's strong economy, driven by tech, entertainment, and agriculture, and boasted about a $42. 3 billion budget surplus. However, critics point

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