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What Swalwell’s exit means for Democrats in California’s governor race

Billionaire Tom Steyer and ex-congresswoman Katie Porter stand to benefit the most in a Democratic field with no clear front-runner, several strategists said.
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What Swalwell’s exit means for Democrats in California’s governor race

Billionaire Tom Steyer and ex-congresswoman Katie Porter stand to benefit the most in a Democratic field with no clear front-runner, several strategists said.

Ex-Pence aide Olivia Troye plans to run for Congress in Virginia as a Democrat

She joins other former Republicans and Trump administration officials running for office as critics of the president. The district would open up if voters approve a new map.
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Ex-Pence aide Olivia Troye plans to run for Congress in Virginia as a Democrat

She joins other former Republicans and Trump administration officials running for office as critics of the president. The district would open up if voters approve a new map.

Fired Fannie Mae workers can’t sue Bill Pulte for defamation, a judge rules

A federal judge said President Trump’s federal housing director cannot be held liable in court under a decades-old law.
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Fired Fannie Mae workers can’t sue Bill Pulte for defamation, a judge rules

A federal judge said President Trump’s federal housing director cannot be held liable in court under a decades-old law.

Reps. Swalwell, Gonzales say they’ll leave Congress ahead of possible expulsion votes

The departures of a Democrat and Republican would not alter the balance of power in the House, where the GOP holds a razor-thin majority.
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Reps. Swalwell, Gonzales say they’ll leave Congress ahead of possible expulsion votes

The departures of a Democrat and Republican would not alter the balance of power in the House, where the GOP holds a razor-thin majority.

Orban’s defeat marks a major loss for Trump’s foreign ambitions

Some factors that harmed Orban may also apply to Republicans in this year’s midterm elections, say some American conservatives who backed the Hungarian leader.
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Orban’s defeat marks a major loss for Trump’s foreign ambitions

Some factors that harmed Orban may also apply to Republicans in this year’s midterm elections, say some American conservatives who backed the Hungarian leader.

Reps. Swalwell, Gonzales leaving Congress ahead of possible expulsion votes

The departures of a Democrat and Republican will not alter the balance of power in the House, where the GOP holds a razor-thin majority.
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Reps. Swalwell, Gonzales leaving Congress ahead of possible expulsion votes

The departures of a Democrat and Republican will not alter the balance of power in the House, where the GOP holds a razor-thin majority.

Rep. Eric Swalwell to resign from Congress following sexual misconduct allegations

The California Democrat said in a statement he was “deeply sorry to my family, staff and constituents for mistakes in judgment I’ve made in my past.”
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Rep. Eric Swalwell to resign from Congress following sexual misconduct allegations

The California Democrat said in a statement he was “deeply sorry to my family, staff and constituents for mistakes in judgment I’ve made in my past.”

House eyes possible expulsion of multiple members as it returns to Washington

Both parties appear to be factoring in the razor-thin majority that Republicans hold in the chamber as they weigh whether to oust members.
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House eyes possible expulsion of multiple members as it returns to Washington

Both parties appear to be factoring in the razor-thin majority that Republicans hold in the chamber as they weigh whether to oust members.

White House says it’s boosting affordability through physician reforms

A new report distills the Trump administration’s strategy as officials jockey to shape health care messages ahead of this year’s midterm elections.
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White House says it’s boosting affordability through physician reforms

A new report distills the Trump administration’s strategy as officials jockey to shape health care messages ahead of this year’s midterm elections.

Judge dismisses Trump’s lawsuit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein drawing

A federal judge on Monday dismissed a lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump that claimed that the Wall Street Journal defamed him by publishing a drawing of a naked woman it said Trump contributed to a birthday gift for Jeffrey Epstein.
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Judge dismisses Trump’s lawsuit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein drawing

A federal judge on Monday dismissed a lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump that claimed that the Wall Street Journal defamed him by publishing a drawing of a naked woman it said Trump contributed to a birthday gift for Jeffrey Epstein.

Trump post appearing to depict him as Jesus removed amid backlash

Before the post was deleted, evangelical and Catholic allies called the image blasphemous in a rare public break from a base that has largely stood by Trump.
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Trump post appearing to depict him as Jesus removed amid backlash

Before the post was deleted, evangelical and Catholic allies called the image blasphemous in a rare public break from a base that has largely stood by Trump.

As Iran war drags on, midterm forecasts for Republicans get even worse

The GOP was already bracing for a tough election, but with the ceasefire in doubt, gas prices are likely to stay high, and voters’ economic outlook is dismal.
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As Iran war drags on, midterm forecasts for Republicans get even worse

The GOP was already bracing for a tough election, but with the ceasefire in doubt, gas prices are likely to stay high, and voters’ economic outlook is dismal.

New disclosures reveal how DOGE actually worked

Depositions offer insight into what Elon Musk’s group was up to. Members describe a club-like atmosphere in which they slashed agencies with little oversight.
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New disclosures reveal how DOGE actually worked

Depositions offer insight into what Elon Musk’s group was up to. Members describe a club-like atmosphere in which they slashed agencies with little oversight.

Swalwell suspends campaign for Calif. governor amid growing rancor over sexual misconduct claims

Several Democratic and Republican lawmakers said they would be in favor of voting to expel Swalwell, as well as Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), who both face misconduct allegations.
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Swalwell suspends campaign for Calif. governor amid growing rancor over sexual misconduct claims

Several Democratic and Republican lawmakers said they would be in favor of voting to expel Swalwell, as well as Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), who both face misconduct allegations.

Trump attacks Pope Leo, taking credit for his election as bishop of Rome

President Trump wrote that Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pontiff, was “weak” and “terrible” on crime and foreign policy. Leo has criticized the Iran war.
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Trump attacks Pope Leo, taking credit for his election as bishop of Rome

President Trump wrote that Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pontiff, was “weak” and “terrible” on crime and foreign policy. Leo has criticized the Iran war.

Inside Vance’s Iran negotiations: No deal, but ‘friendly’ talks

Vice President JD Vance’s negotiations in Pakistan with Iran failed to end the war, but progress was reported on building goodwill.
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Inside Vance’s Iran negotiations: No deal, but ‘friendly’ talks

Vice President JD Vance’s negotiations in Pakistan with Iran failed to end the war, but progress was reported on building goodwill.

Hungary’s Viktor Orban, ally of Trump and Putin, concedes election defeat

WIth record turnout, Hungarians chose to end the 16-year rule of the prime minister who was a self-proclaimed champion of illiberal Christian democracy.
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Hungary’s Viktor Orban, ally of Trump and Putin, concedes election defeat

WIth record turnout, Hungarians chose to end the 16-year rule of the prime minister who was a self-proclaimed champion of illiberal Christian democracy.

Trump announces naval blockade of Iran after Islamabad talks yield no deal

The blockade could derail a tenuous ceasefire after just five days. Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. remains open to diplomacy if Iran takes “our final and best offer.”
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Trump announces naval blockade of Iran after Islamabad talks yield no deal

The blockade could derail a tenuous ceasefire after just five days. Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. remains open to diplomacy if Iran takes “our final and best offer.”

Calls grow for Rep. Swalwell to resign or be expelled over misconduct claims

Several Democratic and Republican lawmakers said they would be in favor of voting to expel Swalwell, as well as Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), who both face misconduct allegations.
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Calls grow for Rep. Swalwell to resign or be expelled over misconduct claims

Several Democratic and Republican lawmakers said they would be in favor of voting to expel Swalwell, as well as Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), who both face misconduct allegations.

Record voter turnout as Hungary’s Viktor Orban fights for political survival

The U.S. president and vice president strongly backed Prime Minister Viktor Orban, a Kremlin ally and E.U. antagonist, but he trails in polls after 16 years in power.
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Record voter turnout as Hungary’s Viktor Orban fights for political survival

The U.S. president and vice president strongly backed Prime Minister Viktor Orban, a Kremlin ally and E.U. antagonist, but he trails in polls after 16 years in power.

Swalwell staffers stand with accusers as Manhattan DA confirms investigation

The California Democratic gubernatorial candidate is facing growing pressure to withdraw from the race after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct.
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Swalwell staffers stand with accusers as Manhattan DA confirms investigation

The California Democratic gubernatorial candidate is facing growing pressure to withdraw from the race after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct.

Powerful surveillance program faces obstacles as renewal deadline looms

A recent classified court ruling on the bulk data collection of Section 702 raised concerns about the government’s use of the intelligence tool on Americans.
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Powerful surveillance program faces obstacles as renewal deadline looms

A recent classified court ruling on the bulk data collection of Section 702 raised concerns about the government’s use of the intelligence tool on Americans.

Manhattan DA investigating sexual assault claim against Rep. Eric Swalwell

The California Democratic gubernatorial candidate is facing growing pressure to withdraw from the race after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct.
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Manhattan DA investigating sexual assault claim against Rep. Eric Swalwell

The California Democratic gubernatorial candidate is facing growing pressure to withdraw from the race after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct.

Vance, who wasn’t keen on Iran war, now tasked with trying to end it

The weekend’s peace talks in Islamabad mark Vance’s highest-profile assignment as vice president, with concomitant political risk.
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Vance, who wasn’t keen on Iran war, now tasked with trying to end it

The weekend’s peace talks in Islamabad mark Vance’s highest-profile assignment as vice president, with concomitant political risk.

In 1990, a bipartisan Congress passed historic bills. Then it cracked apart.

36 years ago, a Republican president and Democratic lawmakers produced monumental laws. Now, a broken Congress has enabled Trump to undo key parts of that legacy.
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In 1990, a bipartisan Congress passed historic bills. Then it cracked apart.

36 years ago, a Republican president and Democratic lawmakers produced monumental laws. Now, a broken Congress has enabled Trump to undo key parts of that legacy.

Early audition for 2028 hopefuls focuses on civil rights issues

Democratic speakers were pressed to address voting rights, affirmative action and other issues at the Rev. Al Sharpton’s four-day conference.
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Early audition for 2028 hopefuls focuses on civil rights issues

Democratic speakers were pressed to address voting rights, affirmative action and other issues at the Rev. Al Sharpton’s four-day conference.

Eric Swalwell, California governor candidate, accused of sexual assault by ex-staffer

Supporters of Rep. Eric Swalwell’s campaign withdrew support, including two congressmen who chaired his campaign and two senators who endorsed his bid.
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Eric Swalwell, California governor candidate, accused of sexual assault by ex-staffer

Supporters of Rep. Eric Swalwell’s campaign withdrew support, including two congressmen who chaired his campaign and two senators who endorsed his bid.

Eliot Engel, a prominent voice on foreign affairs in the House, dies at 79

The New York Democrat helped lead the first impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. He served for 16 terms before losing his reelection bid in 2020.
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Eliot Engel, a prominent voice on foreign affairs in the House, dies at 79

The New York Democrat helped lead the first impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. He served for 16 terms before losing his reelection bid in 2020.

Two Metro workers shot and killed in murder-suicide, police say

Metro General Manager Randy Clarke said the incident did not happen on Metro property. The shooting is being investigated as “domestic related,” D.C. police said.
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Two Metro workers shot and killed in murder-suicide, police say

Metro General Manager Randy Clarke said the incident did not happen on Metro property. The shooting is being investigated as “domestic related,” D.C. police said.

Undocumented teen found guilty of assaults at Northern Virginia high school

A Fairfax High School administrative assistant testified in court that Israel Flores Ortiz, an 18-year-old junior at the school, admitted to the allegations.
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Undocumented teen found guilty of assaults at Northern Virginia high school

A Fairfax High School administrative assistant testified in court that Israel Flores Ortiz, an 18-year-old junior at the school, admitted to the allegations.