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Trump announces first-ever two-day Republican midterm convention in Dallas

Republicans will hold their first-ever midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, on September 9 and 10, US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday, saying the unprecedented gathering would celebrate his administration's achievements and promote the Republican Party's "America First" agenda ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

The Times of India

DeGette, Bennet lose primaries in Colorado amid insurgent wave

The anti-establishment wave surging through the Democratic Party reached Colorado on Tuesday, when democratic socialist Melat Kiros dislodged 15-term Rep. Diana DeGette, and state Attorney General Phil Weiser thwarted Sen. Michael Bennet’s quest to become governor. In the Denver-anchored 1st District, Kiros, a lawyer and doctoral student, was leading DeGette,…

Roll Call

Vance and Rubio diverge on Iran as both emerge as 2028 contenders

Their distinct backgrounds and policy experiences have led them down separate paths

The Independent UK

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Bo French says Texas shouldn’t recognize babies born to undocumented parents as American citizens

The GOP nominee for the state’s oil and gas commission said Texas should not recognize babies born to immigrant parents as citizens.

The Texas Tribune

Recess to start early in House after GOP frustration boils over

House Republican leaders are giving up on trying to put the pieces back together for a rule needed to take up a raft of pre-recess legislative priorities after a group of GOP rebels blocked the procedural measure earlier, largely over lack of movement on voter ID requirements. The decision to…

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Tom Kean returns to DC after months away and 140 missed votes

Rep. Thomas H. Kean Jr. returned to the Capitol on Tuesday after an almost four-month-long absence, citing treatment for depression as the reason for his disappearance. In a brief speech on the House floor, the New Jersey Republican described himself as a private person. “Talking about myself has never come…

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Texas education board member threatens to sue colleagues over posts calling her “Marxist”

A Democratic board member says colleagues harassed her in social media posts during Texas’ debate over how history is taught. The GOP members deny any bullying.

The Texas Tribune

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‘Blackface without the makeup’: John Oliver shreds Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for impression of Hakeem Jeffries

The comedian mocked the Florida governor during a segment on the impacts of Republican-led gerrymandering

The Independent UK

Leadership test in House

A push for new voting restrictions has held up business in the House, including appropriations bills. CQ Roll Call’s Aidan Quigley and Aris Folley join host David Lerman in assessing the leadership test facing Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., and what it means for spending bills and a third reconciliation package.…

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Fox’s Tomi Lahren warns Republicans will ‘stay home’ in November because voter ID hasn’t passed

‘Why do we elect Republicans?’ Tomi Lahren griped on X

The Independent UK

Trump unleashes stern warning to Republicans after Supreme Court smackdown on mail-in ballots: ‘CHEATING!’

President lashes out after high court gives OK to mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day but arriving after

The Independent UK

Marjorie Taylor Greene: 'You're Not Being Represented!'

Marjorie Taylor Greene discusses the future of the Republican Party, the resurgence of democratic socialism, and why the political establishment always wins

Reason

‘Weaponizing ignorance’: Muslims bear brunt as Texas Republicans make hate mainstream

Muslims say anti-Islamic rhetoric making everyday life difficult – and threats and harassment not uncommon

The Guardian - US

Nuclear Family Month shows MAGA paranoia

Red state anti-Pride proclamations demonize most straight people along LGBTQ folks

Salon

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The Independent UK

Hegseth has ‘undermined’ the US military, says Republican on Armed Services Committee

Hegseth’s firings have reportedly created an atmosphere of fear at Pentagon and a GOP lawmaker says he is now ‘undermining’ the military

Latin Times

Trump, Corruption and the Latino Vote: Inside the Texas Senate Showdown Between James Talarico and Ken Paxton

James Talarico is betting that Ken Paxton's pile of scandals plus a statewide affordability squeeze can flip a Texas Senate seat Republicans have held for three decades — with Latino and Black turnout the deciding factor in a race polls now call a toss-up.

The Independent UK

Outgoing Republican senator burned by Trump unloads on RFK Jr for lying to him during nomination

Bill Cassidy accuses Kennedy of pursuing anti-vaccine agenda despite commitments he made during confirmation

Salon

Maher: I'd vote GOP over DSA

The "Real Time" host told the VP he's had it with hardline stances against Israel, prisons

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Trump-backed Julia Letlow wins GOP Senate runoff in Louisiana

Louisiana Rep. Julia Letlow locked up the Republican nomination on Saturday, defeating state treasurer and former Rep. John Fleming in a primary runoff and putting herself on a path to becoming the first GOP woman to represent the state in the chamber. Letlow, who had President Donald Trump’s endorsement, was leading Fleming…

International Business Times UK

GOP Insiders Secretly Compare Trump Presidency to 'Weekend at Bernie's'

Washington insiders are privately likening Donald Trump's presidency to a 'Weekend at Bernie's' routine, according to new reporting that describes a 'dead in the water' administration propped up by anxious aides.

International Business Times UK

'Mad as a Murder Hornet': Trump Explodes in 'Blind Rage' Shouting Match With GOP Senators Over Midterm Fears

Donald Trump's furious 'mad as a murder hornet' clash with Republican senators over the Save America Act exposes his growing panic about the US midterm elections and his party's prospects.

Salon

The "Weekend at Bernie's" presidency

Trump fever is finally breaking on Capitol Hill, this time for real. What in God’s name happens now?

Reason

From Buckley to Trump, Conservatism Has Endured an Ugly Slide

Intellectual curiosity used to define the political right. Now, imbecility rules the day.

Salon

Tucker Carlson is not leaving the GOP

The podcast host envisions a more radical Republican Party

The Economic Times

JD Vance, Rubio strike different tone on Iran and Israel

US-Iran war: Divergent remarks from Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio regarding Israel's military actions in Lebanon and the U.S.-Iran deal reveal rifts within the Trump administration. While Vance condemned the Israeli bombings, Rubio supported them, showcasing their contrasting foreign policy approaches. This clash offers insights…

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