Leonard Greene: Rep. Hakeem Jeffries poised to take over as House Democratic Leader

washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/11/20/democrats-republicans-trump-pence-sunday-shows/

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Political leaders prepare for gridlock and inquiries in next Congress : During appearances on the Sunday morning talk shows, party leaders remained distant in ...

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After Pelosi: the Democrats expected to lead the party, and where they stand on Israel

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thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4616306-tennessee-legislature-passes-bill-to-arm-teachers-despite-fierce-opposition/

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Tennessee Legislature passes bill to arm teachers despite fierce opposition: The Tennessee state House passed a bill on Tuesday that would allow teachers who are ...

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Biden rebukes Trump over ‘cruelty’ of Florida’s six-week abortion ban : It was Biden’s first major speech on abortion since Trump suggested that the politically ...

washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/23/biden-abortion-florida-trump/

Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable

President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.

He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.

Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.

Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.

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Serial Liar George Santos Axes Short-Lived Independent Run for Congress: “I don’t want to split the ticket and be responsible for handing the house to Dems ...

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Quick Glance: George Santos ends independent bid for US House seat

Following his expulsion from Congress after a bipartisan vote on December 1, George Santos, a Republican representative from New York, is seen leaving the U.S. Capitol. On Tuesday, Santos announced his decision to withdraw his independent candidacy for New York's 1st Congressional District.

In order to prevent a split in the Republican ticket between himself and the incumbent Republican candidate, Nick LaLota, in case he secures the Republican nomination after the New York primary on June 25, Santos opted out of an independent run, as reported by Politico.

Nancy Goroff and John Avlon are currently competing for the Democratic nomination for the congressional seat during the New York primary.

Despite concluding his independent candidacy, Santos hinted at a possible future congressional run. He expressed, 'The future holds countless possibilities, and I am prepared, eager, and capable to step up and fight for my country at any time.'

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Pelosi calls for Netanyahu’s resignation: Pelosi said the prime minister is an obstacle to a two-state solution.

axios.com/2024/04/23/nancy-pelosi-netanyahu-resign-israel-gaza

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Opinion | How ‘The Squad’ and Like-Minded Progressives Have Changed Their Party: The left’s position on Israel has now become the Democratic Party’s ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/23/opinion/progressives-democratic-party-aoc.html

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businessinsider.com/which-senators-voted-against-ukraine-israel-aid-tiktok-2024-4

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These 18 senators voted against Ukraine and Israel aid: The foreign aid package, which included a bill to force a sale of TikTok, easily cleared the Senate and ...

Quick Glance: Senate Passes $95 Billion Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

The Senate has passed a $95 billion aid package for war assistance to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debates over U.S. involvement in foreign wars.

The legislation also includes $26 billion for wartime assistance to Israel and humanitarian relief for the citizens of Gaza, along with $8 billion to counter Chinese threats in Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific.

Senate Republicans and House Republicans collaborated to secure the aid for Ukraine and Israel, emphasizing the potential dire consequences if Russian President Vladimir Putin's aggression goes unchecked.

There was broad congressional support for the aid package, but leaders had to navigate strong opposition from conservatives questioning U.S. involvement in foreign wars and focusing on issues like migration at the U.S.-Mexico border.

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Elections USA 2024: The latest polls on Trump and Biden: There will be elections in the USA in November. Two old acquaintances are fighting over the presidency ...

nzz.ch/international/wahlen-usa-2024-die-neusten-umfragen-zu-trump-und-biden-ld.1824999

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Planned Parenthood Plans $10 Million Boost for Democrats in North Carolina: The party is banking on abortion access as an issue to animate the state’s ...

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Pennsylvania primary live updates: What's on the 2024 ballot, plus races to watch

usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/23/pennsylvania-elections-live-updates-2024/73414547007/

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Abortion Data Wars: States and Cities Debate How Much Information to Collect: Some states with Republican-controlled legislatures want more data ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/23/health/abortion-patient-data-privacy.html

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House Democrats upend GOP's early 2024 fundraising dominance: "We always knew we were never going to out-raise the Democrats," one Republican ...

axios.com/2024/04/23/house-democrats-republicans-2024-fundraising-q1

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Apr 23

Anti-Biden Impeachment Witness Tony Bobulinski Sues Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin for Defamation

thedailybeast.com/anti-biden-impeachment-witness-tony-bobulinski-sues-democratic-rep-jamie-raskin-for-defamation

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Democrats Want Donald Trump Murdered in Jail, Marjorie Taylor Greene Claims: “They aren’t gonna back off of what they are doing. They literally want him dead.”

thedailybeast.com/democrats-want-donald-trump-murdered-in-jail-marjorie-taylor-greene-claims

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Minnesota state senator arrested on suspicion of burglary: Police say a Minnesota state senator and former broadcast meteorologist has been arrested in the ...

apnews.com/article/minnesota-senator-arrested-legislature-5565424572092b725e2a15c15b73a339

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Apr 22

It looks like Trump will regret RFK Jr.'s campaign: President Joe Biden leads former President Donald Trump in an NBC News survey when third-party candidates ...

Quick Glance: Trump Uncertain About Impact of RFK Jr. on Election

While publicly expressing confidence, Trump is unsure how independent presidential candidate RFK Jr. will influence the election.

An NBC News poll revealed Kennedy has a stronger negative impact on Trump than Biden, as Republicans view him more favorably.

Kennedy attracts voters from both major parties and faces criticism from both sides, creating a dynamic election campaign.

Democrats fear Kennedy's fame and political stances may jeopardize support for Biden, while Republicans criticize his environmental and anti-corporate positions.

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Tulsi Gabbard repeats false Hillary Clinton ‘grooming’ claim in new book: Ex-Democrat, reported contender for Trump running mate, sued Clinton for Russia remark ...

theguardian.com/books/2024/apr/23/tulsi-gabbard-repeats-false-hillary-clinton-grooming-claim

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Marjorie Taylor Greene makes wild claim that Democrats want Trump to be ‘murdered in jail’

independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-taylor-greene-trial-murder-b2533420.html

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Robbins: Elitism and arrogance could doom Democrats: The NPR debacle and the Columbia riots played out before a heartland already deeply suspicious of the ...

bostonherald.com/2024/04/23/robbins-elitism-and-arrogance-could-doom-democrats/

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MAGA Influencer Leads 'Free Palestine' Event: "HAMAS STILL STANDS STRONG!" says Donald Trump supporter Jackson Hinkle, 24, who has cultivated a large social ...

newsweek.com/hinkle-haz-al-din-free-palestine-protests-maga-1893397

usnews.com/news/national-news/articles/2024-04-20/house-approves-foreign-aid-bills-over-gop-infighting

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Nancy Pelosi book, ‘The Art of Power,’ will reflect on her career in public life: The former speaker of the House has completed a book about her years in public ...

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House Approves Foreign Aid Bills Over GOP Infighting: The bills will restart the flow of supplies to Ukraine’s military and provide aid to Israel ...

Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.

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How the Far-Right Wing of Congress Squandered All Its Leverage: Marjorie Taylor Greene and her gang have cost Republicans any real wins.

slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/04/congress-johnson-ukraine-immigration-impeachment-greene.html

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It’s not that Trump beat Clinton. It’s all the other stuff.: Once you’re committed to Trump, no offense is beyond defense.

washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/23/trump-hush-money-case-vendetta/

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Mike Johnson Is No Hero: History should also judge the House speaker for what he failed to do six months ago.

slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/04/mike-johnson-ukraine-aid-house-speaker-no-hero.html

Quick Glance: Trump defends Johnson's handling of Ukraine vote

Former President Trump defended Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) for bringing additional aid for Ukraine and other national security priorities to a vote in the House.

Trump mentioned the difficulty Johnson faced due to the GOP's narrow majority, stating that it was challenging to be too tough in such a situation.

The debate over providing billions in aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan divided House Republicans and led to calls from Trump allies for Johnson's removal as Speaker.

Johnson defied his conservative critics by moving forward with bills for overseas assistance, separate from a failed border security bill, emphasizing the importance of supporting democratic allies facing threats.

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The sinking Arizona town where water and politics collide: Democrats see an opening to win back rural Trump voters fed up with their groundwater being pumped ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/23/us/arizona-la-paz-county-water.html

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Pelosi respects Mike Johnson and hopes Trump isn't 'his puppeteer': Mike Johnson may need to count of the support of Nancy Pelosi and other House Democrats to ...

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pbs.org/newshour/show/tamara-keith-and-andrew-desiderio-on-ukraine-aid-and-the-turmoil-around-speaker-johnson

Apr 23

Tamara Keith and Andrew Desiderio on Ukraine aid and the turmoil around Speaker Johnson

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Can Down-Ballot Races Lift Biden to Victory in 2024?: Can down-ballot races lift Biden to victory in 2024? Democrats hope strong state-level candidates and ...

nymag.com/intelligencer/article/down-ballot-races-biden-victory.html

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5 takeaways from opening statements in Trump’s criminal trial: Trump has denied the 34 felony charges, calling them orchestrated by Democrats; if convicted ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/22/nyregion/trump-trial-opening-statements-takeaways.html

Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order

Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.

Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.

Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.

Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.

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House Democrats Indicate How They'd Vote On Ousting Mike Johnson: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said she plans to file a motion to vacate after the speaker worked ...

huffpost.com/entry/dems-mike-johnson-vote-ouster_n_66262532e4b0167f7bf5b742

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Dems Are Counting on Abortion Literally Being on the Ballot: Democrats are banking on abortion ballot initiatives being the difference for them at the polls.

thedailybeast.com/dems-are-counting-on-abortion-literally-being-on-the-ballot

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Local election workers fear threats to their safety as November nears. One group is trying to help

omaha.com/news/nation-world/government-politics/election-2024-workers-polls-safety-committee-for-safe-and-secure-elections/article_132849ab-5745-51ab-b206-35c86a445d9c.html

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Potholes over foreign policy: City leaders want to move on from Israel-Gaza debate

politico.com/news/2024/04/22/potholes-vs-foreign-policy-00153721

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Aipac: the pro-Israel group planning to spend millions in US elections: The lobby group has been a powerful force in American politics – but has Israel’s war in ...

theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/22/aipac-pro-israel-lobby-group-us-elections

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Opinion: A Biden-Trump rematch is, apparently, the best we can do — for now: No Labels, which was seeking to attract candidates for a bi-partisan presidential ...

denverpost.com/2024/04/23/no-labels-third-party-2024-trump-biden/

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NY voters overwhelmingly reject new Manhattan $15 'congestion' toll in poll: Inside the stats

nypost.com/2024/04/22/us-news/ny-voters-overwhelmingly-reject-new-15-congestion-toll-poll/

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How American politics has infected investing: Beware: taking a stand can be expensive

economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/21/how-american-politics-has-infected-investing

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Trump's map edge: Biden has tougher path to victory, veteran Dem adviser says: Longtime Democratic adviser Doug Sosnik says that while either candidate can win ...

axios.com/2024/04/22/biden-trump-path-win-election-electoral-college

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Will foreign policy cost Biden the election?: When big questions about American foreign policy collide with an election, it’s rarely good news for a sitting ...

asiatimes.com/2024/04/will-foreign-policy-cost-biden-the-election/

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Turns Out RFK Jr. IS a Spoiler Candidate—For Trump, Not Biden, Poll Finds: An NBC News poll found Republican respondents viewed Robert F. Kennedy Jr ...

thedailybeast.com/turns-out-rfk-is-a-spoiler-candidatefor-trump-not-biden-poll-finds

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America’s trust in its institutions has collapsed: What are the consequences?

economist.com/united-states/2024/04/17/americas-trust-in-its-institutions-has-collapsed

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Pritzker says it’s ‘throwing away’ votes if Democrats backed someone other than Biden

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4609357-pritzker-says-its-throwing-away-votes-if-democrats-backed-someone-other-than-biden/

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Shadow speaker: Hakeem Jeffries quietly wrests control from Mike Johnson: "I would not want to play blackjack against him," said one senior House ...

axios.com/2024/04/21/hakeem-jeffries-speaker-mike-johnson-israel-ukraine

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A rotten week for MAGA Republicans’ feeble stunts: The House’s ludicrous impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas died a swift death in the ...

washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/21/maga-antics-fail-mayorkas/

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Why it matters that some Democrats voted against aid for Israel: At some point, leading Democrats might find they can no longer ignore the wider party’s views on ...

washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/21/israel-vote-democrats/

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These 37 House Democrats and 21 Republicans voted against Israel aid: Despite bipartisan opposition, the Israel aid bill garnered a majority and will be taken up ...

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Alas, preserving democracy is not a bipartisan issue: Polls show both Democrats and Republicans are concerned about the state of democracy — but for very ...

washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/21/republican-voter-suppression-democracy-2024/

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Full List of Democrats Retiring from House This Year: The Democrats are favored to win back the House majority this November.

newsweek.com/democrats-house-retiring-not-seeking-reelection-2024-1892279

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The Wall Street Journal

politico.com/news/2024/04/21/biden-trump-hispanic-vote-2024-00153518

Apr 21

Democrats Upbeat After Sudden Wins on Ukraine Aid and Auto Workers: Biden is lagging behind in key polls but Democrats are hopeful that recent policy victories ...

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Biden steps up Hispanic outreach as warning signs flash: “This to me seems like a campaign who’s saying, ‘Holy shit, we’ve got to get out, and early ...

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Summer Lee’s primary race tests fallout for critics of the US’s Gaza policy: Lee, a Democrat and one of the first US legislators to call for a Gaza ceasefire ...

aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/21/progressive-democrat-faces-first-major-test

Quick Glance: Summer Lee Secures Key Victory in Pennsylvania Primary

Pennsylvania congresswoman Summer Lee successfully navigated a primary challenge on Tuesday, securing progressives one of their most crucial wins of this election cycle while preparing for an influx of pro-Israel funding targeting candidates supportive of a ceasefire.

During the primaries, Lee emerged victorious against local council member Bhavini Patel, who had raised concerns about the stance of the progressive “Squad” member on the Gaza ceasefire.

The resonance of this argument was evident among many of Lee’s supporters and local Democratic figures. The Allegheny County Democratic party formally endorsed Lee in February, marking their support for her for the first time after having backed her opponent in the 2022 primaries.

Despite the pro-Israel lobby staying out of the picture, a Super Pac intervened in Lee’s primary to bolster Patel’s campaign. The Moderate Pac, with a mission to back centrist Democrats and significant funding from Republican megadonor Jeffrey Yass, allocated over $600,000 to support Patel.

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Biden needs to face facts: He’s still losing to Trump : For President Biden and the Democrats, thing are looking ugly in November.

thehill.com/opinion/campaign/4604865-biden-needs-to-face-facts-hes-still-losing-to-trump/

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USA issues ultimatum to Tiktok owners: Better safe than sorry: Once again, Democrats and Republicans vote in favor of a law that could lead to the banishment of ...

Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil

The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.

In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'

San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.

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Democrats pulling out all the stops against RFK Jr.: Democrats are taking extraordinary steps to prevent Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from hindering their efforts to ...

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4606148-rfk-jr-robert-f-kennedy-jr-nicole-shanahan-libertarian-democrats-joe-biden-donald-trump/

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Opinion: Hapless House Republicans weaponized impeachment. It backfired: The spectacular failures of House Republican attempts to humiliate Joe Biden and ...

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Marco Buschmann in an interview: Protecting the constitutional state from the AfD

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Councilwoman chosen as new Fort Wayne mayor, its 1st Black leader, in caucus to replace late mayor

apnews.com/article/fort-wayne-mayoral-caucus-sharon-tucker-20557e48ae7fab488067e0a9742e09be

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The Mayorkas impeachment was quickly dismissed, but its politics may not be: However you viewed the Mayorkas impeachment articles, its politics was brutal for ...

thehill.com/opinion/campaign/4603596-the-mayorkas-impeachment-was-quickly-dismissed-but-its-politics-may-not-be/

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Trump’s court conduct gives Democrats a ‘Sleepy Joe’ retort : Democrats, including President Biden’s campaign, have been eager to promote reports that former ...

washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/19/biden-trump-court-sleeping/

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PBS

pbs.org/newshour/politics/house-passes-new-61-billion-aid-package-for-ukraine-after-long-congressional-stalemate

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House passes new $61 billion aid package for Ukraine after long congressional stalemate

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Column: Nebraska should leave its electoral vote system alone: Gov. Jim Pillen shouldn't push for a winner-take-all system for Nebraska's electoral votes ...

omaha.com/opinion/column/column-nebraska-should-leave-its-electoral-vote-system-alone/article_635016ca-fdd7-11ee-9c81-1338e46b2efa.html

Quick Glance: Nebraska Should Maintain Its Electoral Vote System

Governor Jim Pillen is considering a special session to change Nebraska's electoral system to ensure Donald Trump wins all the state's electoral votes. However, this move is not as straightforward for Trump as Governor Pillen believes. It would not only make our state less democratic but could also backfire, potentially making Nebraska the deciding state that hands the election to President Joe Biden.

Pillen and Republican allies are pushing to switch Nebraska to a winner-take-all system to secure all five electoral votes for Trump. This plan is likely to backfire, as opponents are expected to organize a ballot initiative to reverse it.

Nebraska has a law allowing voters to challenge a bill before it becomes law through a petition process. If opponents gather the required 125,000 signatures, Pillen's transition to a winner-take-all system would be postponed until after November's general election and could be halted altogether if a majority of voters support the referendum.

A ballot initiative would also benefit Democrats in the 2nd District, a true swing district. If successful, it could serve as an additional motivating issue for voters who rightly oppose Trump's interference with the state's democracy for his own gain.

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Sale or ban as a goal: US law against TikTok picks up speed: The US House of Representatives is following suit: Once again, Democrats and Republicans voted in ...

spiegel.de/netzwelt/apps/tiktok-us-gesetz-gegen-die-video-app-nimmt-fahrt-auf-a-1ad7dfba-1ef0-4b21-b9f5-6d517bf207bb

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Democrats’ investments in their multiracial coalition are already paying off: We know voters of color are critical for Democrats’ path to taking back the House — ...

thehill.com/opinion/campaign/4600425-democrats-investments-in-their-multiracial-coalition-are-already-paying-off/

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Elon Musk Lost Democrats on Tesla When He Needed Them Most: Some potential Tesla buyers couldn’t stomach a purchase amid the CEO’s fall outbursts, data suggest.

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Former Arkansas governor, US Sen David Pryor dies at 89: David Pryor, a former Arkansas governor and U.S. senator who was one of the state’s most beloved and ...

apnews.com/article/david-pryor-death-arkansas-governor-a4ce049c412b4d16b616a18e7c8f9422

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"Thank you, USA!" - Ukraine can count on billions in aid: For a long time, it looked as if the Republicans could not bring themselves to agree to new aid for ...

stimme.de/ueberregional/deutschland-welt/politik/dw/durchbruch-in-usa-ukraine-kann-mit-milliardenhilfen-rechnen-art-4912087

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Coalition government, American style: The centre held to pass $60bn in US military aid to Ukraine. Don’t count on it happening again.

ft.com/content/58b6c5f2-72b9-4d89-ab4a-bb65bfea3d87

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Pelosi, Clyburn back Jan. 6 officer for Congress: Dunn has heavily out-raised his opponents for a district in suburban Maryland.

axios.com/2024/04/19/nancy-pelosi-jan-6-harry-dunn-congress

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Mike Johnson gets another rare bipartisan bailout from Democrats on foreign aid: It's the second time Congress that Democrats have had to step in and save a ...

axios.com/2024/04/19/johnson-bailout-democrats-on-foreign-aid

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"Challenging” Israel aid vote tears Democrats apart: One Democrat said they will vote for the bill "with some discomfort in my stomach."

axios.com/2024/04/20/israel-aid-vote-democrats-gaza

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Opinion | Mike Pence: Donald Trump Has Betrayed the Pro-Life Movement: Here’s how America should build on the end of Roe v. Wade

nytimes.com/2024/04/20/opinion/donald-trump-abortion.html

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Why Mike Johnson Finally Ditched MTG and the Far Right: “I thought it was a profile in courage to do the right thing and be on the right side of history ...

nymag.com/intelligencer/article/why-mike-johnson-finally-ditched-marjorie-taylor-greene-and-the-far-right.html

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Murphy fires back at Trump Jr. on Mayorkas vote: ‘Republicans are full of s‑‑‑’: Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) fired back at Donald Trump Jr. on Friday for calling ...

thehill.com/homenews/senate/4605026-murphy-trump-jr-mayorkas-vote/

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House advances Ukraine, Israel aid as Dems help Speaker Johnson, GOP: The House on Friday advanced legislation to send aid to Ukraine and other embattled U.S ...

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dispatch.com/story/opinion/letters/2024/04/20/joe-biden-donald-trump-november-ballot-dave-yost/73368628007/

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Biden's exclusion from Ohio ballot shows Yost, Ohio MAGA cabal only care about Big Boss Trump

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Apr 20

Senate reauthorizes FISA surveillance authorities despite bipartisan concerns: The reauthorization came shortly after the midnight deadline.

axios.com/2024/04/20/senate-reauthorizes-fisa-section-702

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Trump’s increasingly charged criminal trial: This case was always bound to have major political implications. Here’s what we can say so far.

washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/18/campaign-moment/

Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial

A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.

The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.

Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.

The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.

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