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Donald Trump froze $16B New York rail project over – you guessed it right – his usual ridiculous demand

The GOP have already introduced legislation in Congress to cater to his wishes.

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Mark Amodei, a senior GOP appropriator, to retire at end of term

Rep. Mark Amodei, R-Nev., who currently oversees spending for the Department of Homeland Security, announced he will not run for reelection.

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Proposed Virginia map would help Democrats flip up to four House seats

Virginia voters are poised to weigh on a proposed congressional map that would give Democrats an advantage in 10 of 11 House seats.

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In fiercely competitive Democratic Senate race, social media influencers increasingly drive the conversation

The near-constant stream of takes from content creators has come to frame the primary between Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico as a referendum on identity politics in the Democratic Party.

The Texas Tribune

Republicans blame ‘woke’ policies as Nashville residents fume about power outages

Power outages in Tennessee stretched into a second week following the ‘historic’ weather events

The Independent UK

Watch: Trump slams GOP lawmaker Thomas Massie, who pressed for Epstein files release, as ‘moron’

President Donald Trump on Thursday publicly slammed Republican Congressman Thomas Massie of Kentucky, calling him a “moron” during remarks at the National Prayer Breakfast, highlighting growing divisions within the GOP.

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Another funding extension eyed as partisan immigration standoff deepens

Democrats have dismissed the idea of another continuing resolution over concerns that it would incentivize negotiators to drag out the talks.

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Members split on plan to use reconciliation again to boost defense

Two GOP defense chairs would like to see Congress enact a second reconciliation package that includes $450 billion for national security.

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Senate GOP blocks push for legal action over Epstein law

Senate Republicans blocked a Democrat-backed measure Thursday seeking to take legal action over the DOJ's release of Epstein documents.

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At the Races: ICE breaker

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including immigration and redistricting.

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Viral post claims Indian restaurant in Texas offering jobs only to F-1 students, paying in cash

A viral post on X that comes with a purported audio has claimed that a restaurant in Frisco, Texas, is hiring only F-1 students and pays only in cash or Zelle. The claim came from Carlos Turcios, who claims to be a part-time staff member of the Texas State Guard…

The Times of India

Trump says it ‘bothers’ him that GOP is investigating Bill Clinton: ‘I still like him’

Angry Democrats have suggested they could force Trump to give evidence about his own relationship with Epstein

The Independent UK

Briscoe Cain, Alex Mealer lead crowded pack vying for Houston’s new red congressional district

Cain, a state lawmaker, and Mealer, a former Harris County judge candidate, have consolidated much of the fundraising and endorsements in the 9th Congressional District’s Republican primary.

The Texas Tribune

On the issues: a Q&A with the Texas Republicans running for U.S. Senate

GOP candidates John Cornyn, Wesley Hunt and Ken Paxton refused to participate in a candidate Q&A on major issues, ranging from foreign policy to artificial intelligence. We used their past statements and voting history to show voters where they differ.

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The Independent UK

Trump’s plan for the Kennedy Center is a preview for what he wants to do with American elections

ANALYSIS: ANALYSIS: Trump’s attempt to close the Kennedy Center after his takeover was rejected by artists and performers signals what he wants to do if his party is rejected in this year’s midterms, Andrew Feinberg writes

Texas Observer

The Texas AI Boom Is Outpacing Water Regulations

Each data center can “drink” as much as an entire community. Yet, Texas does not require these tech firms to disclose projected or actual water consumption.

Axios

Trump's 2020 grievances fuel election power grabs

Republicans are under intensifying pressure to guard their Washington trifecta in 2026.

Axios

Exclusive: Majority of Trump voters back solar power, poll finds

Trump officials are moving against renewables on several fronts.

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The Independent UK

Democrat says DHS is the greatest threat to America

Congresswoman Delia Ramirez has called for DHS and ICE to be abolished

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Money isn’t enough to save incumbents in wave elections

ANALYSIS -- Fundraising is a critical part of winning reelection, but sometimes incumbents have political problems that money can’t fix.

Axios

Mike Johnson clears critical hurdle to ending government shutdown

The vote on the "rule," which advances the bill to the House floor for debate, was 217-215.

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GOP leaders splitting up and launching into an internal battle over ICE

How do you solve a problem like DHS?

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Trump signs major spending package while immigration talks continue

The House narrowly cleared a $1.2 trillion spending package Tuesday with bipartisan support.

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White House, GOP leaders sway votes for rule on spending bill

Top House Republicans are plowing forward with plans to vote Tuesday on a roughly $1.2 trillion spending package.

The Independent UK

Winning in Trump’s backyard and raking in money: Democrats begin 2026 with warning to Republicans

NEWS ANALYSIS: Another win for Democrats in Trump territory comes as the party is building a number of powerful campaign war chests, writes John Bowden

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