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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth struggles to secure Senate support for tens of billions in funding amid concerns over war costs and leadership.
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After weeks of negotiations with Republican senators blocking his nomination, Todd Blanche issues a formal order terminating the controversial fund intended to compensate political allies of Donald Trump.
Guardian US | Aug 3, 2026, 5:28 AM
politics
Following weeks of negotiations, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche officially rescinded the controversial fund ahead of his Senate Judiciary Committee nomination vote.
NBC Politics | Aug 3, 2026, 4:10 AM
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Ohio GOP Senator Bernie Moreno urges Congressman Max Miller to resign, citing concerns over Miller’s behavior following allegations involving Miller’s ex-wife and Moreno’s daughter, Emily.
Daily Caller | Aug 2, 2026, 9:38 PM
politics
Michigan’s Democratic establishment risks losing ground as progressive candidates gain momentum ahead of the August 4th primary.
Daily Caller | Aug 2, 2026, 7:28 PM![U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry sits with CBS News State Department Correspondent Margaret Brennan in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, on March 14, 2015, following an interview focused on his upcoming negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program, as well as other foreign policy topics. [State Department Photo/Public Domain]](/assets/images/2026-08-02T17-59-43-039Z-ohio-gop-rep-mike-turner-discusses-iran-pentagon-transparency-and-colleague-max-wikimedia-480.webp)
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In a "Face the Nation" interview on August 2, 2026, Rep. Mike Turner addressed concerns over Pentagon information sharing, Iran's nuclear negotiations, and domestic abuse accusations against fellow Ohio Republican Max Miller.
CBS Politics | Aug 2, 2026, 5:59 PM
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Senator John Kennedy questions President Trump's claims of vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as the Justice Department attributes damage to weather and faulty installation.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 5:47 PM![U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry sits with CBS News State Department Correspondent Margaret Brennan in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, on March 14, 2015, following an interview focused on his upcoming negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program, as well as other foreign policy topics. [State Department Photo/Public Domain]](/assets/images/2026-08-02T17-14-25-311Z-senator-mark-kelly-discusses-iran-conflict-and-senate-control-on-face-the-nation-wikimedia-480.webp)
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On August 2, 2026, Democratic Senator Mark Kelly spoke on Face the Nation about the ongoing conflict with Iran, military threats from President Trump, and the potential for Democrats to regain Senate control.
CBS Politics | Aug 2, 2026, 5:14 PM
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Rep. Max Miller denies abuse claims by his ex-wife and vows to continue his reelection campaign despite calls for resignation from family and political figures.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 5:13 PM
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Senator John Kennedy voices skepticism about the Senate confirming acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, citing ongoing GOP opposition tied to a controversial DOJ fund linked to President Trump.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 4:05 PM
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GOP Sen. James Lankford asserts President Trump remains focused on negotiating a deal with Iran after calling off planned military strikes.
The Hill | Aug 2, 2026, 3:00 PM
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Republican senators warn that President Donald Trump’s insistence on canceling the August recess could hinder GOP incumbents’ ability to campaign, risking key Senate seats in the upcoming midterm elections.
Fox News Latest | Aug 2, 2026, 1:19 PM
politics
President Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan faces skepticism, Attorney General Todd Blanche’s confirmation stalls, and Anthony Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment during Senate testimony.
The Hill | Aug 1, 2026, 10:45 PM
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A recent Fox News poll indicates Democratic candidate James Talarico holds a narrow lead over Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race, signaling potential shifts in voter sentiment.
The Hill | Aug 1, 2026, 8:20 PM
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Senators Joni Ernst and Roger Marshall express confidence in Mitch McConnell’s return to Congress despite increased scrutiny over his health.
The Hill | Aug 1, 2026, 8:07 PM
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President Donald Trump vows to push for the Anti-Weaponization Bill if Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination is blocked by Republican senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis.
NBC Politics | Aug 1, 2026, 6:01 PM
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Former President Trump vows to keep Todd Blanche as acting attorney general and push for the Anti-Weaponization Bill after opposition from GOP Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis.
Fox News Latest | Aug 1, 2026, 4:30 PM
politics
Domestic abuse claims against Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio), which he denies, have drawn national attention and complicated the race for his previously secure Republican seat, prompting calls for investigation and resignation.
The Hill | Aug 1, 2026, 11:36 AM
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Progressive lumberjack and former state lawmaker Troy Jackson must consolidate support ahead of the November election against incumbent Susan Collins.
Guardian US | Aug 1, 2026, 10:54 AM
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New Jersey officials remove thousands of noncitizens from voter rolls following a software error, while Senator Cory Booker argues the SAVE Act would not have prevented the issue.
Fox News Latest | Aug 1, 2026, 8:14 AM
politics
Outgoing Republican senators Thom Tillis, Bill Cassidy, and John Cornyn express skepticism about Todd Blanche’s DOJ nomination, complicating President Trump’s efforts.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 10:57 PM
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Dr. Anthony Fauci declined to answer over 100 questions during a Senate hearing focused on the origins of COVID-19 and his pandemic management, highlighting the politicization of conspiracy theories.
CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 10:33 PM
politics
The Trump administration has filed an appeal against a Florida federal judge’s decision that found the president colluded with the government in a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS, a case linked to the creation of a $1.776 billion anti-weaponization fund.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 9:05 PM
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Nexstar Media Group will broadcast a live debate featuring GOP candidates vying for the South Carolina Senate seat left vacant by the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.
The Hill | Jul 31, 2026, 4:01 PM