Expulsion resolution targeting GOP’s George Santos falls short
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Wednesday’s Mini-Report, 11.1.23
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Why it matters that the GOP’s Ken Buck is retiring from Congress
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On indictments, Donald Trump recycles one of his worst arguments
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Wednesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 11.1.23
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Team Trump eyes aggressive right-wing lawyers for second term
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GOP’s Comer can’t shake dependence on false anti-Biden claims
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Tuesday’s Mini-Report, 10.31.23
Today’s edition of quick hits.
Why the end of the UAW strike is relevant to presidential politics
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Tuesday’s Campaign Round-Up, 10.31.23
Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.
The RNC isn’t doing itself any favors with anti-Biden push
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Texas AG Ken Paxton’s securities fraud case headed to trial
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GOP’s new Israel aid bill includes a ridiculous ‘poison pill’
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Monday’s Mini-Report, 10.30.23
Today’s edition of quick hits.
Mike Johnson’s ascension and the course-correction that never comes
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