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Nov 14 2025POLITICS

Uncovering the Truth: The Fight Over Epstein Files

People are pushing hard to see all the files about Jeffrey Epstein. A big vote is coming up in the House. Many Republicans want to see these files, even if Trump doesn't. Trump has been trying to stop this. He called some Republicans to ask them not to support the release. But some, like Lauren Boebert and Nancy Mace, are not backing down. Mace even wrote to Trump a...

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Cincinnati's Election: Where Did the GOP Stand on Trump?

Cincinnati's recent municipal election left many voters scratching their heads, especially those who consider themselves moderates. The city saw a crowded field of 27 candidates running for nine council seats, a mix of Democrats, Republicans, and independents. But one thing stood out: the silence from Republican candidates about Donald Trump. For someone who has bee...

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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

Federal Workers Get Ready to Go Back to Work

The government shutdown has been a big deal, and now it looks like it might be over soon. Two big agencies, Health and Human Services and the Department of Interior, have told their workers to get ready to go back to work. They sent emails saying to be ready to come back on Thursday if the government gets the money it needs. The House of Representatives was talking ...

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Lawmakers Rush Back to Washington Amid Chaos

The U. S. House of Representatives hurried back to Washington, dealing with major travel disruptions caused by the ongoing government shutdown. With countless flights grounded, some representatives chose alternative travel methods. One Republican representative from Wisconsin decided to drive 16 hours to reach the capital, citing the unpredictability of air travel. ...

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Government Reopening: What's Next?

The U. S. government shutdown, the longest in history, might finally be coming to an end. The Senate is set to vote on a deal to reopen the government on Monday night. This deal was agreed upon by both parties over the weekend. If the Senate approves it, the House will then vote on the plan later this week. This shutdown has been going on for a while, causing proble...

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Nov 11 2025POLITICS

Orange County's Mixed Reactions to Government Reopening Deal

The recent deal to end the longest government shutdown in U. S. history has sparked a wave of criticism from many House Democrats, particularly those representing Orange County. The bipartisan agreement, which aims to restart federal services and provide backpay to furloughed workers, has been met with skepticism due to its lack of immediate action on expiring health...

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

The Unexpected Alliance That Ended the Government Shutdown

In a surprising twist, eight Democratic senators joined forces with Republicans to break the government shutdown deadlock. This decision came after intense internal debates within the Democratic party, highlighting the challenges of finding common ground in politics. The final vote was 60 in favor and 40 against, a significant moment that signaled an end to the shut...

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Senate Moves to End Shutdown, But Health Care Fight Looms

The Senate is close to passing a deal that could finally put an end to the government shutdown that started back in October. This deal would keep the government running until the end of January. However, it's not all smooth sailing, as Democrats had to make some compromises to get here. The big issue that's been holding everything up? Those enhanced Affordable Care ...

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Government Reopening Talks: A Glimpse of Hope Amidst Shutdown Chaos

In the midst of the ongoing government shutdown, a ray of hope has emerged. A group of moderate Democrats, including Senators Jeanne Shaheen, Maggie Hassan, and Angus King, has reportedly struck a tentative deal with Republicans. The agreement hinges on a promise from Republicans to vote on the renewal of expiring health care subsidies by December. The deal, if fina...

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

Lewiston and Clarkston: A Tale of Two Elections

Lewiston's recent local elections were a mix of surprises and predictability. Despite dull campaigns with minimal advertising and door-to-door activity, voter turnout was surprisingly high at 34%. This was a significant jump from the 18. 93% turnout in 2023, though still below the 42. 9% seen in 2021 during a major change in city governance. Incumbents dominated the...

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