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#save-america-act
US politics
fromThe Nation
6 hours ago

Why I Believe the Senate Must Reject the SAVE America Act

The SAVE America Act is a deceptive attempt to disenfranchise millions of voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

How the SAVE Act Seeks to Undermine the Right to Vote

The SAVE America Act imposes citizenship proof requirements for voting, undermining the constitutional right to vote under the guise of preventing voter fraud.
US politics
fromThe Nation
6 hours ago

Why I Believe the Senate Must Reject the SAVE America Act

The SAVE America Act is a deceptive attempt to disenfranchise millions of voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

How the SAVE Act Seeks to Undermine the Right to Vote

The SAVE America Act imposes citizenship proof requirements for voting, undermining the constitutional right to vote under the guise of preventing voter fraud.
#government-shutdown
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
US politics

NBC's Welker Pushes Back On House Republican Blaming Dems for DHS Shutdown: Republicans Are In Charge Of All Three Branches'

Washington DC
fromPOLITICO
5 days ago

Hill staffers brace for their boss's 'TMZ moment'

Lawmakers are being photographed in leisure activities while government funding remains unresolved, prompting criticism and discussions among staffers about public perception.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

NBC's Welker Pushes Back On House Republican Blaming Dems for DHS Shutdown: Republicans Are In Charge Of All Three Branches'

The government shutdown is attributed to partisan disagreements, with both parties blaming each other for the lack of funding.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 hours ago

Reform would deny visas over calls for slavery reparations

Reform UK plans to deny visas to countries seeking slavery reparations from Britain if elected.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

Trump needs to go. If we can't use the 25th amendment, I have another idea | Arwa Mahdawi

A neighbor's rubbish habits spark a humorous yet serious reflection on Trump's unhinged behavior and the potential consequences of his presidency.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
10 hours ago

Local elections 2026: London may become a political patchwork quilt

London's upcoming elections may see a significant shift in political power with multiple parties competing for control of councils.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
1 day ago

Inside Jim Jordan's quiet preparations for a GOP leadership void

Jordan is positioning himself for a potential leadership run amid uncertainty in House GOP leadership.
Right-wing politics
fromFast Company
1 day ago

How former Labor Secretary Robert Reich packages his anti-inequality message for Gen Z

Robert Reich emphasizes the importance of social media and short-form videos to effectively communicate issues of inequality to younger generations.
#anthropic
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Anthropic ramps up its political activities with a new PAC | TechCrunch

Anthropic has established a political action committee to influence policy and regulation, contributing to both political parties during the midterms.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Anthropic ramps up its political activities with a new PAC | TechCrunch

Anthropic has established a political action committee to influence policy and regulation, contributing to both political parties during the midterms.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Mearsheimer: No signs of quick end to US-Israel war on Iran

Mearsheimer argues that the idea that the US and Israel are making a safer, more stable Middle East is ludicrous, emphasizing that the real threat comes from their collaboration.
World politics
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

House Democrats to hold California 'shadow hearings' on midterm election security

California Democrats are holding hearings to defend state election systems against Trump's fraud allegations and threats of intervention.
Intellectual property law
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Tech bills of the week: Limiting adversaries' access to US tech; and boosting cyber apprenticeships

New legislation aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on sensitive technologies to prevent adversaries from exploiting them for economic gain.
Business
fromFortune
4 days ago

Leaders push for a 'Manhattan Project' and public-private solutions around AI and labor | Fortune

AI could create a talent and job crisis, necessitating collaboration between public and private sectors to manage the transition effectively.
NYC politics
fromThe Center Square
5 days ago

New York Democrats block Blakeman's access to public funds

New York Democrats denied Bruce Blakeman access to public financing, potentially undermining his gubernatorial campaign against Kathy Hochul.
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

Heavy social media users believe in their influence. Democracy, not as much.

"A certain kind of person is opting into spending a lot of time on social media, and they may be people who are more disaffected to start with."
US news
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Lawyers Warned Top Democratic PAC They May Have Misled Congress' on Illegal Foreign Donations Explosive NYT Report Reveals

ActBlue may have misled Congress about its foreign donation screening, raising legal risks and potential criminal liability.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Ontario announces plan to slash Niagara Region, Simcoe County councils and add 'strong chair' powers | CBC News

Ontario is reducing regional council seats in Niagara and Simcoe County to streamline governance and reduce costs for taxpayers.
Europe politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

State official to EU: Work with us on tech policy or fall behind a generation

The EU's regulatory regime hinders innovation and collaboration with the U.S., threatening economic competitiveness and technological advancement.
Left-wing politics
fromFortune
22 hours ago

America's CEOs have become reluctant guardians of democracy | Fortune

Business leaders have historically played a crucial role in promoting democracy and social justice in America.
#midterm-elections
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

CNN Data Guru Reveals GOP May Keep the Senate Thanks to Dems' Historically Low' Midterm Lead

Democrats' lead in the generic congressional ballot is historically low, raising concerns about their chances in the Senate.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

CNN Data Guru Reveals GOP May Keep the Senate Thanks to Dems' Historically Low' Midterm Lead

Democrats' lead in the generic congressional ballot is historically low, raising concerns about their chances in the Senate.
SF politics
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

This Trump Administration Move May Cause Lasting Damage to Social Security

The Trump Administration's staffing cuts at the Social Security Administration may lead to long-lasting damage to the Social Security benefits program.
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Caitriona Perry: Pam Bondi's sacking shows that loyalty to Donald Trump is rarely returned

Loyalty seems to be a one-way street in Washington these days. Supporters vow to serve at the pleasure of the president, to march behind, or stand beside, a man that demands loyalty.
Washington DC
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Two dozen Democrat-led states sue Trump over mail-in ballot limits

Rights groups are challenging Trump's executive order limiting mail-in ballots, claiming it undermines voting access before the midterm elections.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Drip feed of Reform UK controversies puts party's policy drive in shade

Reform UK faces significant internal issues, including high attrition rates and controversial statements from candidates.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Government shutdown enters eighth week as Johnson faces GOP revolt over DHS funding deal US politics live

Voters in northwest Georgia face a congressional race testing Trump's influence and the divisions within his movement.
Left-wing politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

Dems weighing 2028 campaigns run from 2020 positions

Democrats are distancing themselves from recent left-leaning policies ahead of the 2028 election, citing voter dissatisfaction as a key reason for 2024 losses.
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

Trump asks Congress to supersize military budget, slash domestic programs

The White House is seeking a 10 percent cut to nondefense spending, proposing a reduction of $73 billion from federal programs outside the military, targeting environmental initiatives.
Washington DC
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

AOC vows to block future US military aid to Israel, its Iron Dome and defense

Ocasio-Cortez will oppose all future US military aid to Israel, asserting the country can fund its own defense systems.
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
US politics

Congressman Says Jackass' Trump Has Been Alienating Everybody' and Is Causing Allies to De-Risk From America'

US politics
fromPOLITICO
5 days ago

Republicans aren't rushing to save Trump's ballroom

Idaho Republicans face a decision on funding Trump's ballroom renovation amid political tensions and potential delays.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump Wildly Claims He Has Process' to Fund ICE that Bypasses the Senate Filibuster'

Trump claims to have a process to fully fund ICE without Senate votes, criticizing Democrats for wanting to defund law enforcement agencies.
US Elections
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

Trump's Case for War Fails to Mention How to Win It

Trump's inconsistent claims about the war raise questions about strategy and effectiveness, despite asserting America is 'winning bigger than ever before.'
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Congressman Says Jackass' Trump Has Been Alienating Everybody' and Is Causing Allies to De-Risk From America'

Trump's alienation of allies undermines U.S. efforts to gain international support, particularly in reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
US Elections
fromAxios
1 week ago

Scoop: Cabinet to huddle to talk midterm politics

Trump's team believes the economy will be the primary driver of voter sentiment in the upcoming elections.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump Reportedly Asking His Cabinet About Replacing Tulsi Gabbard

President Trump is frustrated with Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, considering her removal due to her stance on the Iran war.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
5 days ago

Republicans aren't rushing to save Trump's ballroom

Idaho Republicans face a decision on funding Trump's ballroom renovation amid political tensions and potential delays.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Trump Wildly Claims He Has Process' to Fund ICE that Bypasses the Senate Filibuster'

Trump claims to have a process to fully fund ICE without Senate votes, criticizing Democrats for wanting to defund law enforcement agencies.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Here are three ways we can turn anti-Trump solidarity into political power | Robert Reich

Solidarity against Trump's policies can be transformed into political power through targeted activism and voter mobilization.
#congress
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago
US politics

Fox News Host Has a Direct Question for Republican Lawmaker: What Exactly Does Congress Do These Days?'

Congress appears ineffective as responsibilities shift to the courts and executive branch amid ongoing government shutdown.
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago
US politics

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

Congress failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security, risking federal employee paychecks amid rising public anger and potential electoral consequences for Republicans.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Fox News Host Has a Direct Question for Republican Lawmaker: What Exactly Does Congress Do These Days?'

Congress appears ineffective as responsibilities shift to the courts and executive branch amid ongoing government shutdown.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

Congress failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security, risking federal employee paychecks amid rising public anger and potential electoral consequences for Republicans.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
3 days ago

No Kings Must Mean No War: Foreign Policy Is Least Democratic Space in Politics

The majority of Iranian Americans oppose the war on Iran, despite media portrayal of pro-monarchy sentiments.
#artificial-intelligence
US politics
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Groups Set Up to Shill AI and Data Centers Are Pouring Huge Sums of Money Into the Midterm Elections

Artificial intelligence faces significant public opposition, prompting tech-backed PACs to invest heavily in shaping voter perceptions ahead of the 2026 elections.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump wants a deadlocked Congress to move on AI. Frustrated states say they already have

States are enacting AI regulations, but the White House opposes them, advocating for a unified national framework instead.
US politics
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Groups Set Up to Shill AI and Data Centers Are Pouring Huge Sums of Money Into the Midterm Elections

Artificial intelligence faces significant public opposition, prompting tech-backed PACs to invest heavily in shaping voter perceptions ahead of the 2026 elections.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump wants a deadlocked Congress to move on AI. Frustrated states say they already have

States are enacting AI regulations, but the White House opposes them, advocating for a unified national framework instead.
US Elections
from24/7 Wall St.
5 days ago

Congress May Finally Ban Its Own Stock Trading and NANC Would Feel It First

The investment case for NANC relies on Congress members' ability to trade stocks, now facing significant legislative challenges.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
6 days ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
Left-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

Can You Name That Political Memoir? A Slate Quiz.

Political memoirs from current and former officials reflect personal experiences and ambitions, often blending blandness with moments of controversy and career revival.
US Elections
fromFortune
6 days ago

Congress has a lower approval rating than Hitler in some polls. And we just keep voting for the same 2 parties | Fortune

The Commission on Presidential Debates was created by the two major parties to limit competition from third-party candidates.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Hakeem Jeffries Suggests God Booted Pam Bondi From DOJ: Vengeance Is Mine, Saith the Lord'

Well, this is Holy Week and vengeance is mine, saith the Lord. We put these things in God's hands, and it tends to work out.
US politics
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Republican Congressman Turned Independent Now Says He's Open to Caucusing With Dems

Rep. Kevin Kiley switched to Independent status and remains open to caucusing with Democrats if reelected, while currently maintaining Republican caucus membership due to House rules.
#dhs
US politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Senate Unanimously Passes DHS Funding Bill to End Partial Shutdown, Sending It Back to the House

The Senate approved a bill to partially reopen DHS, moving closer to ending the longest government shutdown.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Republican leaders agree to advance funding deal to end DHS shutdown

Congress is advancing legislation to fund DHS operations, excluding immigration enforcement, potentially ending the longest funding lapse in US history.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

There's a Clear Pattern to Who Trump Throws Under the Bus

Pam Bondi's dismissal highlights a pattern of Trump administration women being ousted amid a backdrop of male Cabinet members remaining largely unscathed.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Trump news at a glance: president gives his loyal enforcer the boot

Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi as US attorney general, frustrated with her performance despite her loyalty and reshaping of the justice department.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Independents of America Unite!

Independents now comprise 45% of American adults, outnumbering Republicans and Democrats individually, yet lack unified strategy and organization to achieve electoral success.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

Republicans in Congress say they have a deal to end the record-long shutdown at DHS

Republican leadership has revived a plan to fund the Department of Homeland Security after a 47-day funding lapse, excluding ICE and Border Patrol initially.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Oversight Dems Calls for Bondi to Testify Before Congress

Pam Bondi is called to testify before Congress regarding her handling of the Epstein files after being ousted as attorney general.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Trump says he won't sign bills until Congress overhauls voting

President Trump threatened to withhold his signature on all bills until Congress passes the SAVE America Act, which would require voters to prove citizenship with documents like passports or birth certificates.
#dhs-funding
US politics
fromAxios
4 days ago

Mike Johnson will wait on holding a vote to fund DHS

Senate may pass a narrow reconciliation package for ICE and CBP funding, but House Republicans express distrust and frustration over the funding approach.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

With DHS Still Shutdown, GOP Gives Up on Dealmaking

The Senate passed a DHS funding measure, but House Republicans rejected it, leading to a legislative impasse and renewed calls to eliminate the filibuster.
US politics
fromAxios
4 days ago

Mike Johnson will wait on holding a vote to fund DHS

Senate may pass a narrow reconciliation package for ICE and CBP funding, but House Republicans express distrust and frustration over the funding approach.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

With DHS Still Shutdown, GOP Gives Up on Dealmaking

The Senate passed a DHS funding measure, but House Republicans rejected it, leading to a legislative impasse and renewed calls to eliminate the filibuster.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Eric Swalwell Addresses Claim That Pam Bondi Was Fired for Leaking Info to Him

Rep. Eric Swalwell denied claims that Attorney General Pam Bondi leaked information to him regarding an investigation into his past.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Speaker Mike Johnson Blames Senate for Ongoing DHS Shutdown: They Need to Do Their Job and Help Us'

Speaker Mike Johnson blames the Senate for the DHS shutdown, impacting TSA agents and causing long security lines at airports.
UK news
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

How Political Parties Die

Britain's two major parties are collapsing while right-populist U.K. Reform rises, attracting former Conservative voters and officials amid post-Brexit political realignment.
fromPOLITICO
6 days ago

How prediction markets landed in Congress' crosshairs

"There seems to be a growing consensus that the status quo is unsustainable," said Rep. Ritchie Torres, a New York Democrat who was an early entrant into Congress' prediction market debate.
US politics
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

GOP's reconciliation hopes are easier dreamt than done

Republicans are uncertain about passing another reconciliation bill, focusing on immigration enforcement and voter ID rules to increase chances of success.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
2 weeks ago

The Senate's marathon elections debate is dividing Republicans, not Democrats

Senate Republicans plan extended debate on an election bill unlikely to pass, facing Democratic opposition and internal disagreement over eliminating the filibuster.
US politics
fromAxios
3 weeks ago

Dems plan probes into companies, colleges that cooperated with Trump

Democratic senators plan investigations into Trump administration cooperation with major institutions, corporations, and wealthy individuals, leveraging broader House subpoena authority and targeting private entities unable to claim executive privilege.
US politics
fromAxios
4 weeks ago

Trump says nothing else gets signed until Congress passes his voting bill

President Trump demands immediate passage of the SAVE Act with additional restrictions on mail-in voting and gender-affirming care, threatening not to sign any Department of Homeland Security funding bill that doesn't meet his demands.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
1 month ago

Policy specifics are elusive as House Democrats gather to prep midterm push

Democrats are developing a campaign agenda centered on reversing Trump administration policies, with expanding child tax credit and raising minimum wage emerging as consensus proposals.
fromPOLITICO
1 month ago

Trump doesn't give Congress much to do before the midterms

I think we know what the agenda items are. Accomplishing those is going to be hard with a small majority. The upshot is that Trump's prime-time address is unlikely to make more than a ripple in the congressional agenda over the coming months. It's the reality, Republicans acknowledged Wednesday, of life in Washington right now: Despite its trifecta, the party's legislative ambitions are being hemmed in by its barely-there majorities.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Who will and won't be guests at the State of the Union address

Among Trump's guests is Saige Blair. Blair is at the center of a lawsuit involving allegations that Virginia school officials made decisions about Blair's well-being and gender identity without informing the then-14-year-old's parents.
US politics
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

People Are Leaving Congress Because the Job Sucks

A record-sized number of U.S. lawmakers are leaving Congress or seeking other offices in 2026, many choosing new campaigns rather than departing due to vulnerability.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

American Democracy Is Showing Signs of Life

American democracy faced severe authoritarian threats under Trump but shows resilience through declining presidential support, mass protest, citizen defense, political opposition, and judicial resistance.
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Exclusive: Centrist Dems strike back with new group

Cheri Bustos will lead a center-left policy hub promoting moderate economic and regulatory reforms, airing issue-focused ads during elections while not endorsing candidates.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

NEW POLL: Americans Trust Republicans Over Democrats On Most Major Issues in Congress

Americans view Congressional Republicans as better equipped to handle most major issues—especially border security, immigration, and the economy—while Democrats lead on the generic congressional ballot.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Annual governors' gathering with White House unraveling after Trump excludes Democrats

President Trump excluded Democratic governors from White House events, prompting the National Governors Association to drop its formal meeting and Democrats to boycott the dinner.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
2 months ago

House infighting will complicate brewing Senate spending deal

Senators consider a DHS-only stopgap to avoid a government shutdown while immigration enforcement restrictions and remaining appropriations are negotiated, with party divisions shaping support.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

I Tried to Be the Government. It Did Not Go Well.

Government staffing cuts and institutional disruptions have weakened regulatory oversight, prompting individuals to perform personal safety checks such as buying Geiger counters.
fromPOLITICO
2 months ago

House Democrats once again left complaining about a Senate spending deal

The interchamber tensions between Democrats are becoming a regular feature of funding fights in the second Trump term. Lawmakers, strategists and voters alike exploded in anger last March when Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and a handful of colleagues allowed a spending package to move forward amid the Elon Musk-led DOGE assault on federal agencies. In November, tempers again flared when a handful of Senate Democrats joined with Republicans to end a record 43-day shutdown.
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