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GOP prepared to block vote to replace Feinstein on Senate Judiciary

Republicans are signaling they'll block any attempt to swap out Senator Dianne Feinstein on the Judiciary Committee while she recovers from shingles. That leaves Democrats short of the votes needed to temporarily replace her, since they'd need at least one Republican to go along. Without a substitute, the committee stays deadlocked at 10-10, stalling progress on President Biden's judicial nominees. The standoff could drag on for weeks, putting a serious dent in the administration's push to fill federal court vacancies.

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Millions in the US could face massive consequences unless McCarthy can navigate out of a debt trap he set for Biden

The article warns that millions of Americans could face serious fallout unless Speaker McCarthy finds a way out of the debt ceiling mess he created for President Biden. It also notes that Ron DeSantis is heading to Washington, a place he once avoided, to seek support against Trump. An opinion piece argues the GOP must abandon Trump to win, and Chris Christie is considering a 2024 run. Analysis points to rising unrest in Tennessee.

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'My stomach is hurting from laughing': Hear panelist's reaction to DeSantis' threat to Disney

A panelist on a political show couldn't hold back laughter when discussing Ron DeSantis' latest move against Disney. The governor's threat drew a mocking response, with the panelist saying their stomach hurt from laughing so hard. The exchange highlighted the ongoing feud between the Florida governor and the entertainment giant, which has escalated over Disney's opposition to state education policies. Critics see DeSantis' actions as political retribution, while supporters argue he's holding the company accountable.

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