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GOP Just 6 Seats Away From Retaining House Majority—Key Races Still Undecided

Nov 8, 2024,06:56pm EST The outcome of federal power in the United States hinges on 24 uncalled House races, as Republicans continue to lead in enough districts to maintain their majority. This would enable the GOP to secure unified control of Congress and the White House, although the final decision on the House of Representatives […]

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Harris Vows to Target Companies for ‘Price Gouging’ in Her First Interview as Democratic Nominee

Sep 25, 2024,08:27pm EDT Vice President Kamala Harris, now the Democratic nominee, has taken a strong stance against corporate practices that exploit consumers by price gouging, especially in times of crisis. In her first major solo interview, which aired Wednesday on MSNBC with Stephanie Ruhle, Harris reiterated her commitment to tackling this issue head-on.  

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NYC Mayor Eric Adams Faces Indictment Following Federal Corruption Investigation

September 26, 2024 at 1:12 AM GMT New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted following a federal corruption investigation, marking a significant twist in the career of the city’s second Black mayor. Adams, who ascended to the mayoralty in 2021 on a platform of law enforcement enhancement and government efficacy, is now under

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Trump Attributes Potential Election Loss to Jewish Voters’ Influence in November

Sep 20, 2024,01:26am EDT At Anti-Semitism Event, Trump Suggests Jewish Voters Will Influence November Election Outcome Introduction: During a recent event in Washington D.C. aimed at combating anti-Semitism, former President Donald Trump made pointed remarks about the potential impact of Jewish voters on the upcoming November election. Trump suggested that if he does not secure

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Secret Service Director: Trump Shooter Was Flagged as ‘Suspicious’ But Not a ‘Threat’

Jul 22, 2024,12:24pm EDT TOPLINE The assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump marks the Secret Service’s “most significant operational failure” in decades, agency director Kimberly Cheatle testified on Monday, as she and the agency face increased scrutiny over security lapses during the incident.   KEY FACTS Cheatle, speaking before the House Oversight Committee, accepted

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Complete List of Major Democrats Endorsing Kamala Harris for President—Including Pelosi’s Endorsement

Jul 22, 2024,01:49pm EDT TOPLINE Key Democrats are rallying behind Vice President Kamala Harris as she seeks to replace President Joe Biden as the party’s presidential nominee after he exited the race on Sunday.   KEY FACTS Biden’s Endorsement: Biden endorsed Harris shortly after announcing his decision to end his reelection campaign, leading a wave

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Zuckerberg Praises Trump’s Reaction to Shooting as ‘Badass’

July 19, 2024 at 11:00 AM GMT Mark Zuckerberg praised former President Donald Trump’s immediate reaction after being shot, calling it “badass” and inspiring, which he believes explains part of Trump’s appeal to voters.   “Seeing Donald Trump get up after getting shot in the face and pump his fist in the air with the

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Trump on Taxes, Tariffs, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, and More

July 16, 2024 at 5:00 PM GMT It’s late June, and Donald Trump is strategizing for his next presidential bid in the luxurious offseason seclusion of the Mar-a-Lago Club. While club members have migrated to cooler climates, Trump remains in high spirits. Polls indicate a close race between him and President Joe Biden, but Trump’s

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Former Trump Advisor Peter Navarro Released from Federal Custody

Jul 17, 2024,10:30am EDT TOPLINE Former Trump advisor Peter Navarro, who is set to speak at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee tonight, was released from a Miami federal prison Wednesday morning after completing a four-month sentence for defying a subpoena from the House January 6 committee.   KEY FACTS Navarro was found guilty on

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The Attempt on Donald Trump’s Life and an Enduring Image

July 13, 2024 Almost immediately after shots rang out at Donald Trump’s rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, the former President flinched onstage, grabbed his face, and dropped to the ground. In the chaotic moments that followed, Trump was helped to his feet by Secret Service agents and provided definitive proof of life: he raised his right

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