Speculation Rises on Texas Turning Blue in Upcoming Elections
Signs such as an unpopular Republican president, well-funded Democrats, and disaffected GOP and independent voters suggest Texas could potentially vote Democratic.
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Signs such as an unpopular Republican president, well-funded Democrats, and disaffected GOP and independent voters suggest Texas could potentially vote Democratic.

The bruising contest between Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton reflects a broader struggle between establishment Republicans and the party’s ascendant right flank.

Party worries crowded field to replace Gavin Newsom – and quirk of primary system – could open door for Republicans in November It’s been three decades since Democrats last had a wide open competition for the California governorship, one of the most visible and most powerful positions in the US. Instead of relishing in the competition of a crowded field, though, party leaders worry that the race to succeed Gavin Newsom could blow up in their faces. On Tuesday, the state’s Democratic party cha...

Thom Tillis compared Kristi Noem’s tenure to the time she killed a 14-month-old dog and chalked it up to a leadership lesson. Alex Woodward provides a recap about her testimony before Congress in the wake of President Donald Trump’s deportation push

Texas voters are participating in high-stakes Republican primaries for various statewide offices, including attorney general and comptroller, which are seen as a test of MAGA influence and Governor Greg Abbott’s endorsement power.

Democratic Rep. Angie Craig is facing intense criticism from Republicans after expressing regret for her vote on the Laken Riley Act, as she campaigns for a Minnesota Senate seat.

Former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton reportedly lost her temper during her testimony on the Epstein affair, provoked by a Republican representative.

Bolu Mayor Tanju Özcan, a member of the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), was arrested by a Turkish court and subsequently suspended from office by the Interior Ministry pending trial.

Voters are no longer blaming Joe Biden for the economy, and Trump's policies have not delivered, leading to a growing impatience with Republicans in the USA.
Far-right commentator Nick Fuentes is calling on his supporters to reject President Donald Trump. Fuentes claims Trump made statements about soldiers dying and asserts that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds significant power over American decisions. He alleges that Jewish people control America's financial and political leverage.

The Supreme Court sided with a New York Republican, halting a state court ruling that would have redrawn the boundaries of Rep. Nicole Malliotakis's district.
Don’t Confuse the Iran War’s MAGA Critics With Most Republicans Bloomberg.com
New congressional maps will debut in Texas and North Carolina as Republicans try to defend their majorities and Democrats hope they can flip both chambers.

The Montana Republican served as interior secretary during President Donald Trump’s first administration
The Republican Left of Catalonia (ERC) has registered a total amendment to the Catalan government's budget, citing a lack of guarantees for IRPF tax collection and urging the Socialist Party to choose between the PSOE and Catalonia.

Mike Johnson, the Republican Speaker of the House of Representatives, yesterday, Monday, defended the large-scale military operation by the US and Israel against Iran...

Republican and Democratic Senate candidates, including John Cornyn, Ken Paxton, Jasmine Crockett, and James Talarico, are holding final rallies across Texas in bitter and expensive races.

Montana Republican Ryan Zinke, who previously served as Interior Secretary, has announced he will not seek reelection to Congress, citing health reasons.
The Republican primary for the Texas Senate race is drawing significant national attention, with candidates making a final push ahead of Tuesday's primaries, as the outcome could impact Republican control of the Senate.

A Reuters/Ipsos poll shows that only 27% of Americans approve of attacks on Iran. Half of respondents, including a quarter of Republicans, believe Trump is too prone to using military force.
A new poll indicates that the Republican Party is drawing even with Democrats, suggesting a tight race ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.

With primaries on Tuesday, politicians quickly cited the attack in their campaign messaging. Some Republicans called for stopping immigration, while Democrats called for gun control.

Danise Baird, the wife of Indiana Republican Congressman Jim Baird, has died from injuries sustained in a hit-and-run accident that occurred in January.
Serbia introduced an e-sick leave system on January 1st, resulting in over 230,000 electronic referrals. The next phase, starting April 1st, will involve communication between employers and the Republican Health Insurance Fund (RFZO).

Democrats and a few Republicans are calling for curbing Trump's unilateral use of military power in Iran, despite previous such efforts failing to advance.
US Senator Lindsey Graham (Republican from South Carolina) stated on Sunday that the United States will not "occupy Iran after a series"

Some House Republicans are pressuring Speaker Mike Johnson to fight the Senate GOP over the SAVE America Act

And will Trump's Republican MAGA base support his strikes on Iran?

Isaiah Martin’s videos have gone viral – he thinks his party should follow his lead and stand up to Republican excess Dynamism, courage, and wit are words that few are likely to associate with the mainstream Democratic party, particularly after its capitulation to Republicans’ budget demands last year. Polls show that majorities of Democratic voters think their party is weak and ineffective. Chuck Schumer, the Democratic Senate leader, is even more unpopular than Donald Trump. People are cryi...
An opinion piece from the Wall Street Journal discusses the dynamics and sentiments within the Texas Republican Party primary election.

Should Democrats concentrate on swing voters or their base? Can more traditional Republicans win in the MAGA era? Tuesday’s Senate primary in Texas will show the direction the parties are taking.

Marjorie Taylor Greene, the former Republican congresswoman from Georgia, denounced the attack on Iran as a betrayal of Donald Trump's MAGA movement in a series of social media posts…

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called the events in the Middle East and the Gulf region a fair opportunity for the Iranian people to get rid of the terrorist regime and ensure the security of neighboring countries.

Following the attack, Democrats and a few Republicans escalated their calls for swift votes on whether to curb the president’s power to continue using force against Iran without explicit authorization.

For the first time on Friday, an American ex-president had to testify under oath before the House of Representatives. Republicans were also impressed by Bill Clinton.

Both Republican and Democratic parties are increasingly adopting populist approaches in response to evolving political landscapes in the United States.
An opinion piece discusses Ken Paxton's stance as an anti-business Republican.

Virginia Democrats vote themselves a 278% pay raise while campaigning on affordability issues, sparking Republican criticism over legislative budget priorities.

Republican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina has introduced legislation proposing the death penalty as a punishment for the sexual abuse of children.
Republicans are reportedly pressuring Donald Trump to block a United Kingdom plan concerning the Diego Garcia Military Base.
Republicans Press Trump to Kill U.K. Plan For Diego Garcia Military Base WSJ

Turkish prosecutors have launched an investigation into Deniz Turan, a youth leader from the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), concerning a banner featuring jailed İstanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu.

Republican panic as voting starts in the Texas primaries

Voting has commenced in the Texas primaries, sparking concern among Republicans as Democrats aim to reclaim the state from former President Donald Trump's influence.

Police chief accused of caving to Republican demands by reversing decision to fire implicated duo A Detroit police department decision to reverse course on firing two officers who allegedly violated local law by coordinating an arrest with federal immigration agents has ignited outrage and accusations that the chief caved to Republican demands. It has also played into a debate in the US around the role of local law enforcement amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown as many poli...

Olympic bobsled champion Kaillie Humphries reveals her Republican views and support for President Donald Trump after winning bronze in Milan Cortina.
La primera fecha importante es el 20 de marzo: hasta entonces el Executiu tendrá margen para desbloquear con los republicanos la recaudación del IRPF para que las cuentas puedan seguir tramitándose

House Oversight Republicans prepare to grill Bill Clinton in Chappaqua on Friday. Chairman James Comer expects the deposition to last longer than Hillary Clinton’s session.

A Turkish court has ruled to keep 17 defendants, including several mayors from the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), in pretrial detention as part of a high-profile corruption trial.

Hillary Clinton maintains before a congressional committee that she knew nothing about Jeffrey Epstein's crimes. Republicans are looking forward to Bill Clinton's questioning.
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett warns that Iran is using Geneva talks to 'buy time' while developing intercontinental ballistic missiles. A Senate Republican also issued a stark warning about Iran's nuclear threat as President Trump's deadline for a deal approaches.

Hillary Clinton accuses Republicans of diverting attention from US President Donald Trump.
Carlson is no longer merely offering commentary. He is actively undermining the central pillars of Trump’s legacy.
"I do not recall ever encountering Mr. Epstein. I never flew on his plane or visited his island, homes, or offices. I have nothing to add to that," Clinton said in a statement.

Across the United States, Democrats and Republicans are finding common ground and bipartisan agreement on regulating artificial intelligence and data centers, among other issues.

Republican-led states accused the US’s largest index fund managers of conspiring to reduce coal emissions
House Republican lawmakers on Thursday promised to deliver hourly updates on what they said would be lengthy testimony from Hillary Clinton.
An opinion piece criticizes a new Republican bill in Kentucky, framing it as an act of 'Trumpian cruelty' that undermines civil rights in the state.

The Republican-led committee is traveling to the Clintons’ home in the sleepy hamlet of Chappaqua, New York to question the former Secretary of State behind closed doors

A conservative activist in Wyoming was photographed handing checks to Republican lawmakers, sparking controversy in the state legislature.

Polling data shows Republicans and Independents reacted far more positively than Democrats after Trump urged lawmakers to pass tighter restrictions on congressional stock trading during the SOTU.

The House Oversight Committee is grilling Hillary Clinton behind closed doors Thursday morning.

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders wants to build a huge, pricey prison to hold the inmates incarcerated under her tough-on-crime agenda, and she hopes to oust fellow Republicans on Tuesday to do it.
An article explores how resentment of republican ideals of equality fueled the racist theories of Arthur Graf J. Gobineau, contributing to the roots of Nazi ideology.
The husband of a deceased congressional staffer claims to possess more incriminating texts from a House Republican, alleging misconduct.

Iowa Republican Congressman Zachary Nunn has co-sponsored the “Polisario Front Terrorist Designation Act,” bringing the total number of co-sponsors to seven for the bill introduced on February 24.

Party worries a victory by Maga darling Ken Paxton over John Cornyn would open door to Democrats in red state Four-term Republican US senator John Cornyn is fighting for his political life against…

A longtime fixture of Republican politics in Texas, he has occasionally criticized President Trump.

Representative Nancy Mace is pushing for a vote regarding sexual harassment allegations against fellow Republican Representative Tony Gonzales, who is accused of an affair with a staffer.

‘War is ugly. It smells bad,’ said Senator Markwayne Mullin, an Oklahoma Republican, who has never served in the military
A Yahoo News article reports that the Supreme Court's Republican majority has taken on a dangerous power in constitutional law, indicating a significant shift in legal authority.

Republican organizers in California have gathered 1.3 million signatures, enough to place a voter ID measure on the midterm ballot.

Republican is accused of improperly claiming more than $9,000 in funds meant to subsidize housing costs for members of Congress Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in…

A Republican senator is advocating for updates to the 1961 Sports Broadcasting Act, prompted by high streaming prices for live sports and the FCC's request for feedback on the shift from broadcast TV.

Donald Trump a declarat că armata SUA dispune de suficiente stocuri de arme pentru a purta războaie „la nesfârșit”, în timp ce președintele republican și administrația sa continuă să justifice o…

An Oklahoma Republican senator is facing backlash for describing the 'smell of war' despite never having served in the military, provoking uproar and accusations of disrespect towards soldiers.
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North Carolina has launched some of the first midterm primaries, featuring key races for US Senate and House seats, with Democrat Roy Cooper and Republican Michael Whatley leading polls for the Senate primary.

Texas Senate primary between Cornyn, Paxton, and Hunt could decide Republican control in 2026. Democrats Crockett and Talarico battle for nomination.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton left an Epstein hearing after accusing Republican Representative Lauren Boebert of leaking her photo, rebuking the House Oversight Committee.

The US Congress is scheduled to vote this week on motions seeking to curb President Donald Trump as he wages war against Iran, but the Republican majority will probably shield him. The post US Congress to debate Trump’s war powers appeared first on Vanguard News.
Trump's Republicans defend Iran strikes as Democrats push for war powers vote The Daily Star

The Supreme Court ruling is a potentially significant one for Republicans, who are trying to retain their majorities in both chambers of Congress.

Videos of Hillary and Bill Clinton's testimonies related to the Epstein case have been made public.

Senador democrata Tim Kaine propôs exigir que Donald Trump obtivesse autorização do Congresso para qualquer conflito com o Irão. Porém, muitos parlamentares republicanos estão contra estas limitações.

Hispanic voters in Texas are increasingly shifting towards Republicans, prompting both major parties to strategize on how to best appeal to this critical demographic in upcoming state elections.

Republican and Democratic voters in Texas are participating in primary elections to choose candidates for the upcoming November elections.

GOP Rep. Thomas Massie accuses President Donald Trump of attempting to distract from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal by launching new offensive overseas
Vanguard has reached a $29.5 million settlement with Republican states in an antitrust lawsuit related to the coal industry.

The Texas primaries are underway, testing whether the GOP's gains with Latino voters in 2024 will hold, while the state's Senate races have become increasingly personal and contentious, with a four-term Republican senator facing challengers.

Some Republicans are reportedly furious, raising questions about potential divisions within the MAGA movement, though an expert notes that Trumpism remains a personality cult.

The Republican Representative on Sunday said that escalating war overseas would not derail his push to force the full release of Justice Department records tied to Epstein’s criminal network.

US president says he is willing to speak to Iran’s remaining leadership as war spreads across Middle East – key US politics stories from 1 March 2026 Republican senators have defended Donald Trump’s…

America's only school choice super PAC is reportedly putting some Republicans 'in the hot seat' as it outlines its strategy and commitment to defending school choice ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

U.S. senator says no ‘large-scale’ American force will be deployed inside Iran and rejects notion that president needs a ‘plan’ for the future

Reunidos em torno de Reza Pahlavi, republicanos e monárquicos têm como prioridade a queda do regime. A luta é marcada pelo medo pelos familiares e amigos no Irão: "Choramos muito e levantamo-nos".

World leaders react cautiously to US and Israeli strikes, death of Iran’s Ali Khamenei Arab News
The Texas attorney general is vying for the Republican nomination for Senate in Tuesday’s primary.
Republicans back Trump, Democrats attack 'illegal' Iran war The Daily Star

Iran Strikes Should End In Regime Change, Senate Majority Leader Says, Ahead Of War Powers Vote Senate Majority Leader John Thune has made the maximalist hawkish US case on Iran, saying that any authorized strikes should result in nothing less than regime change in Tehran. "In my view, if you’re going to do something there, you better well make it about getting new leadership and regime change," the leading Republican Senator said Thursday. "If you’re going to take some sort of ...

Republican panic as voting starts in the Texas primaries
Donald Trump visited Texas, where he highlighted the economy and energy sector, while remaining silent on his preferred candidate in the Republican Senate race.

US President Donald Trump stated today that he is considering appointing Republican Senator Ted Cruz to a future US Supreme Court seat when it opens, even though Cruz last month…
An opinion piece from the Wall Street Journal discusses Ken Paxton, characterizing him as an anti-business Republican.

Republican group Lasair Dhearg posted a picture on social media on Friday afternoon appearing to show one of its supporters pouring red paint over the statue.

Clinton, for her part, dismissed Mace’s claims and said Republicans asked her bizarre questions about UFOs and conspiracy theories
Republicans are pressuring Donald Trump to abandon a U.K. plan concerning the Diego Garcia military base.
Republicans are reportedly pressuring Donald Trump to block a United Kingdom proposal concerning the Diego Garcia military base.

Former President Bill Clinton stated he would not have flown on Jeffrey Epstein's plane if he had known about Epstein's actions, while Republicans express intentions to question Clinton regarding the Epstein case.

Republican panic as voting starts in the Texas primaries

Republican panic as voting starts in the Texas primaries

Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) faces potential operational disruptions due to an ongoing DHS shutdown, as Democrats and Republicans remain at odds over ICE reforms.
A Republican lawmaker has publicly criticized both Speaker Johnson and Democrats, leading to a critical decision point for his political future.

Former secretary of state says hearing is an attempt to deflect attention from Trump.
Most are all-in on MAGA.

During the Munich Security Conference, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham reportedly referred to the Danish Prime Minister as a 'little lady' and questioned 'who gives a damn about Greenland,' causing significant outrage.

President Trump has informed lawmakers that congressional action will not be necessary regarding his new tariff policies, despite emerging Republican divisions on the issue.

President Trump and New York Mayor Mamdani held a second meeting in the Oval Office to discuss housing and immigration, signaling a growing partnership between the Republican president and the democratic socialist mayor.

John Thune, the Republican Senate Majority Leader, stated that if Washington takes military action against Iran, the objective should include regime change.
A crowded field of nine major Democratic candidates for California governor could give the Republican party an opening in the general election, due to the state's top-two primary system.

Republican lawmakers have introduced the 'Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act' in both the House and Senate, seeking to prevent undocumented immigrants from serving as armed law enforcement officers.

Republican Congressman Tony Gonzales from Texas has refused to resign following the revelation of explicit messages he sent to a female colleague who later committed suicide.

The former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton is to testify before a Republican-led House committee investigating her past ties to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

The top Democrat on a congressional committee probing the Jeffrey Epstein scandal accused the White House Thursday of covering up revelations about President Donald Trump in files on the late sex…
The president and Republicans in Congress are doing all they can to stifle registration ahead of the midterms

Georgia Republicans are introducing a bill to hold sanctuary jurisdictions financially accountable for damage and crimes committed by illegal immigrants.
A Texas Republican has stated that H-1B visas 'pervert the market' by forcing American graduates with high debt to compete with foreign workers.

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz has publicly endorsed Steve Toth, who is challenging incumbent Rep. Dan Crenshaw in the Republican primary for Texas' 2nd Congressional District.
The ongoing debate over redistricting in South Carolina is exposing potential midterm election risks for the Republican party, as electoral maps are redrawn.
NPR's Steve Inskeep asks Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt about his spat with President Trump, immigration and the future of the Republican Party.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has publicly identified a Republican figure whom he finds more concerning than former President Donald Trump, sparking political discussion.

Os Republicanos tornaram-se aquilo que juravam combater, uma “direita woke”, definida quase exclusivamente por uma identidade tribal.

Despite President Trump's aim to make health care a "Republican issue" for the midterms, his speech left out scientific research, MAHA, abortion and rural health, among other issues.

A judge in Dallas County extended voting hours until 9 p.m. following complaints of voter confusion caused by a Republican-backed rule change that led voters to incorrect polling places.

A profile of Representative Wesley Hunt of Texas highlights his late entry into the Republican Senate primary and his position as an underdog in the contest.

Texas showdowns between Republicans John Cornyn v Ken Paxton as well as Democrats James Talarico v Jasmine Crockett have made US Senate seat most expensive primary on record Welcome to the start of…
The Homeland Security secretary was grilled by members of her own party over the department's increasingly unpopular approach to immigration enforcement

The road to the Senate majority runs through the Rio Grande — with a detour through late-night TV. Eric Garcia breaks down the good, the bad and the ugly in the Lone Star State

Trump's Iran War could reshape the midterm elections as Newton's law of physics meets politics.
A Republican Senator has criticized South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem for spending $220 million on Department of Homeland Security ads that prominently feature her.

The Texas GOP primary is intensifying as Representative Dan Crenshaw faces a Republican challenger, Steve Toth, despite lacking key endorsements from figures like Senator Ted Cruz.
Two Republican senators are reportedly seeking a $200 billion tax cut that would bypass the traditional congressional process.
For the first time in history, an outgoing congressman could be replaced by his twin brother. Republican Troy Nehls has decided not to seek re-election, while his brother Trever Nehls intends to run for the seat.
Texans are voting today to choose the Democratic candidate for the November Senate race between rising stars Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico, while Republicans face challenges with candidate Paxton.

ERC maintains its challenge against Illa's budget, presenting a full amendment, with PSC and republicans having until March 20 to reach an agreement to unblock the Generalitat's accounts.

The president's supporters in one town hail his actions in the Middle East - though some comments suggest seeds of trouble.
Republicans on the House Oversight Committee released video footage from their depositions of former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.

US President Donald Trump's Republicans insisted on Monday that the attack on Iran was fully within his authority as commander in chief, while Democrats said the administration has not made its case…

Senator Marco Rubio briefed members from Republicans and Democrats on Monday about the Iran war.
Republican lawmaker and former Trump Cabinet secretary, Rep. Zinke, announced his retirement from Congress, citing injuries sustained as a Navy SEAL as making it difficult to serve.

After spending taxpayers’ money, Florida governor will likely be left holding bill for $608m promised by Trump administration Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox Ron DeSantis, Florida’s Republican governor, spent $1.2m of taxpayers’ money per day to open and operate the notorious immigration jail known as Alligator Alcatraz, court records obtained by the independent investigative news website the Florida Tributary reveal. A switch in position by Don...

Nick Fuentes has broken with Trump and the Republican Party, urging supporters to not revolt against Trump
Republican lawmakers in California are expressing anger over a gas tax study, while rural groups argue for its necessity.

The Republican Party is actively promoting the 'SAVE Act', a controversial voting bill that critics suggest could be used as a pretext for claiming fraud.

As Türkiye was on edge with a war next door, the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) gathered its top figures at its headquarters in Ankara for an ambitious campaign. T...

Lawmakers from Sanders to Mark Kelly offer mixed feelings on Trump’s action and killing of Iranian supreme leader As Republicans celebrated the death of Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei,…

GOP lawmakers ensured there was enough money for the immigration crackdown, but the funding pause threatens other Homeland Security work.

Doar unul din patru americani aprobă atacurile Statelor Unite care l-au ucis pe liderul suprem iranian, în timp ce aproximativ jumătate, inclusiv unul din patru republicani, consideră că preşedintele…
Bill and Hillary Clinton testified before a congressional committee regarding the Epstein case, a precedent that could unexpectedly turn against Donald Trump and Republicans.

Military strikes in Iran have opened up a partisan rift in Texas' looming Senate primaries. Republicans praise Trump's operation while Democrats demand approval.
An analysis discusses the potential opportunities and challenges facing the Republican party in the upcoming 2026 US midterm elections.

Republicans are warning that a potential shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security could compromise security preparations for the upcoming World Cup.

Texas Democrats James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett are employing contrasting strategies in the US Senate primary, hoping to capitalize on a backlash against Donald Trump in the traditionally Republican state.

Republicans largely supported the decision, while Democrats mostly opposed it — but divisions appeared in both parties.
Democrats and Republican critics want to restrict presidential recourse to war powers. Trump increasingly deviates from the pacifism promised during his campaign. The electorate does not support him.

"We pray for the safety of our brave servicemembers and our allies involved in Operation Epic Fury," the top Republican in Congress added. The post Republicans back Trump, Democrats attack ‘illegal’ Iran war appeared first on Vanguard News.

Despite former President Donald Trump's assertions of a booming U.S. economy and controlled inflation, a Reuters/Ipsos poll indicates that most Americans, including many Republicans, disagree.

Former President Donald Trump joked about nominating Senator Ted Cruz to the Supreme Court, suggesting he would receive '100%' bipartisan support to 'get him out of there'.
Air safety advocates are expressing concern that a Republican proposal will not mandate the necessary ADS-B In collision warning system for airline jets, a system the NTSB believes could prevent crashes.
Opinion | Ken Paxton, Anti-Business Republican WSJ
Opinion | Ken Paxton, Anti-Business Republican WSJ

Republican group Lasair Dhearg posted a picture on social media appearing to show a supporter pouring red paint over it
Republicans are reportedly pressuring Donald Trump to reject the United Kingdom's plan concerning the Diego Garcia military base.
Republicans are reportedly pressuring Donald Trump to intervene and prevent the United Kingdom's plan regarding the Diego Garcia military base, indicating a potential foreign policy dispute.

The Senate race is now the most expensive primary in history as Republicans scramble to save John Cornyn while Democrats duke it out in a bid to flip the seat

Republican panic as voting starts in the Texas primaries

Republican panic as voting starts in the Texas primaries
Former US President Bill Clinton is scheduled to testify behind closed doors before a congressional committee on Friday regarding his connections with the deceased sexual
A new poll for the upcoming US midterm elections in November indicates that the Democratic Party holds a slight lead over Republicans, with potential voters also asked about Donald Trump's successor.
Trump to tout economy, energy in Texas ahead of Republican primaries The Straits Times

Sen. Katie Britt, Republican of Alabama, is a budding bipartisan dealmaker. Her latest assignment: helping negotiate changes to immigration enforcement tactics.
Trump heads to Texas, where 3 friends are battling it out in the Senate Republican primary AP News

Hillary Clinton has denied ever meeting Jeffrey Epstein, making the statement after a tense deposition regarding her alleged connections to the financier.

The Trump administration sued Utah, Oklahoma and West Virginia, as well as Kentucky and West Virginia, to obtain unredacted voter registration databases in pursuit of baseless claims of voter fraud.

Vanguard has settled a case brought by Republican-led states, which accused financial firms of colluding against coal producers. As part of the settlement, Vanguard agreed not to advocate for climate change action.

Hillary Clinton testified before a Republican-led panel investigating Jeffrey Epstein, denying knowledge of his crimes and demanding that Donald Trump also testify about his own connections to the sex offender.

Lutnick lied to the New York Post about visiting Epstein’s infamous island during an October 2025 interview

The former secretary of state accused the Republican-led panel of seeking to protect political allies in probe.

Hillary Clinton, the former secretary of state, had requested a public hearing if she was going to be forced to testify in the House Oversight Committee’s investigation, but the G.O.P.
The Catalan government and the Republican Left of Catalonia (ERC) will request an extension for the deadline to present amendments to the entirety of the budgets, allowing more time for negotiations.

Conservative civic centers are now offering courses at US public colleges, a development seen by some as an effort to counter perceived left-wing influence in education.

Many Democrats are running for California Governor, leading to worries that the large number of candidates could split the vote and potentially allow a Republican to win.

Clintons agreed to testify after House Republicans threatened contempt of Congress charges
Republicans believe they have created an immigration trap for Democrats ahead of the midterms, though their advantage on the issue has reportedly narrowed due to backlash against Trump's mass deportations.

Republicans have embraced vouchers, while Democrats have criticized them. But as thousands of preschool parents vie for the funds, the state program may help a progressive goal.
A crowded field of nine major Democratic candidates for California governor could inadvertently benefit the Republican Party, as only the top two primary vote-getters advance to the general election regardless of party affiliation.

The president appears to be undermining Americans’ faith in the outcome, at a moment when Republicans face an uphill climb to keep control of Congress.

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