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Speaker Johnson Again Turns to Democrats for Short-Term Spending Votes

The House speaker is trying to get a short-term spending agreement passed despite opposition from some conservative members of his own party.

Harris Reiterates Support for Ending Filibuster to Protect Abortion Rights

“I’ve been very clear: I think we should eliminate the filibuster for Roe,” the vice president said in a radio interview, renewing a call...

Baldwin, With Shapiro in Tow, Looks For ‘Trump-Tammy Voters’ in Wisconsin

The Democratic senator, who is seeking a third term in a politically competitive state, rallied with the Pennsylvania governor, who has a track record...

Larry Hogan Has a Theory About the Maryland Senate Race

How party control of the Senate may come down to Maryland Democrats taking a big gamble.

Trump Gets a Lift From Arizona Ticket-Splitters Backing a Democrat for Senate

Representative Ruben Gallego, the Democratic candidate for Senate, leads in this key contest, a New York Times/Siena College poll found, while Kamala Harris trails...

Anthony D’Esposito Had an Affair. Then He Put His Lover on the Payroll.

Representative Anthony D’Esposito, a New York Republican, gave part-time jobs to both his lover and his fiancée’s daughter, in possible violation of House ethics...

JD Vance Turns to Minnesota Representative Tom Emmer to Help With Debate Prep

Donald J. Trump’s running mate invited Representative Tom Emmer to stand in for his fellow Minnesotan, Gov. Tim Walz, ahead of the vice-presidential debate...

Congress Unveils Short-Term Spending Deal

Speaker Mike Johnson dropped his demands for proof-of-citizenship voting requirements to strike a deal that includes more money for the Secret Service and funds...

A Changed Montana May Decide Control of the U.S. Senate

Republicans are trying to seize control of the U.S. Senate by ousting Jon Tester, the last Democrat holding statewide office in a state that...

Daniel J. Evans, Stalwart of Washington State Politics, Dies at 98

A moderate Republican, he championed education, civil rights and environmental causes as a three-term governor and as a U.S. senator.

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