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House Passes State Department Funding Bill Amid Controversial Voting Restrictions Push

On July 15, 2026, the House approved a fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill funding the State Department and national security programs, while also advancing the contentious Save America Act linked to the spending measure.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 10:17 PM

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House Republicans Add Seven Candidates to MAGA Majority Battleground Program

The National Republican Congressional Committee expands its slate to 24 candidates targeting competitive House districts in the 2026 midterm elections.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 7:29 PM

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OMB Director Russ Vought Testifies Before House on CFPB Semi-Annual Report

Russ Vought appeared before the House Financial Services Committee to discuss recent actions taken at the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 2:27 PM

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Supreme Court Justices Request $14.6 Million Increase in Security Amid Rising Threats

Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testify before House lawmakers, highlighting increased threats impacting their personal lives and urging enhanced protection funding.

Guardian US | Jul 14, 2026, 11:31 PM

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House Passes Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent

The House approved the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025 with bipartisan support, aiming to establish daylight saving time as the permanent standard nationwide.

The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 9:49 PM

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US Supreme Court Justices Report Surge in Threats, Seek Increased Security Funding

Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan testify before Congress about rising threats impacting their personal lives and call for enhanced protection measures.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 14, 2026, 9:26 PM

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House Passes Sunshine Protection Act to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent

The House approved the bill with a 308 to 117 vote, aiming to end biannual clock changes nationwide while allowing states to opt out under certain conditions.

CBS Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 9:24 PM

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Newsom Says Trump Declined to Sign Bipartisan Housing Bill Because It ‘Looks Like California’

California Governor Gavin Newsom attributed President Trump’s refusal to sign a widely supported bipartisan housing bill to its resemblance to California’s housing policies.

The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 7:33 PM

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Supreme Court Justices Urge Congress for Increased Security Funding Amid Rising Threats

Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett testified before Congress seeking over $228 million for the Supreme Court's next fiscal year budget, emphasizing a significant rise in threats against the judiciary.

CBS Politics | Jul 14, 2026, 4:34 PM

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Kagan and Barrett Testify on Supreme Court Budget Amid Security Concerns; Fed Chair Warsh Testifies on Inflation Policy

Supreme Court Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett appeared on Capitol Hill to discuss the court’s budget and rising security threats, while Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh testified in the House following new inflation data.

The Hill | Jul 14, 2026, 3:03 PM

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Lindsey Graham, South Carolina Senator, Dies at 71; Known for Shifting Republican Stance

The late senator illustrated the evolving Republican party under Donald Trump, moving from critic to ally and vocal supporter of military actions in Iran.

Guardian US | Jul 13, 2026, 4:17 AM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Activists and visitors express sadness over the erasure of panels honoring enslaved Africans who served George Washington in Philadelphia’s historic President’s House.

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Philadelphians Confront Removal of Slavery Exhibit at President’s House

Activists and visitors express sadness over the erasure of panels honoring enslaved Africans who served George Washington in Philadelphia’s historic President’s House.

Guardian US | Jul 10, 2026, 2:56 PM

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Anti-Incumbent Sentiment Grows Nationwide, Raising Concerns for GOP Majorities

Rising voter dissatisfaction with incumbents and President Trump’s low approval ratings pose challenges for Republican control of Congress ahead of upcoming elections.

The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 10:59 AM

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Legal Experts Predict Intense Scrutiny of Trump Investigations if Democrats Win House Majority

Democrats are poised to intensify investigations into Donald Trump’s presidency, focusing on alleged abuses of power and misconduct, should they regain control of the House in the upcoming midterm elections.

Guardian US | Jul 3, 2026, 1:53 PM

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Sen. Mark Kelly Endorses Former Navy Reserve Chief Nancy Lacore for Congress

Democrat Nancy Lacore, a three-star admiral dismissed last year by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, is running for South Carolina’s 1st Congressional District with Sen. Kelly’s support.

The Hill | Jul 2, 2026, 3:48 AM

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Majority of Americans Support Social Media Ban for Youth Under 16, Survey Finds

A Pew Research Center survey reveals broad public backing for restricting social media access for adolescents, coinciding with recent House approval of related legislation.

The Hill | Jul 1, 2026, 8:47 PM

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Socialist Defeats 30-Year Democratic Incumbent in House Primary

A socialist candidate has unseated a Democratic incumbent who held a House seat for three decades in a recent primary election in the United States.

Fox News Latest | Jul 1, 2026, 1:04 PM

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Rep. Sarah McBride Highlights Challenges Beyond Identity in ‘State of Firsts’ Documentary

The first openly transgender member of Congress shares insights from her 2024 campaign and legislative work, emphasizing her multifaceted identity and bipartisan efforts.

The Hill | Jul 1, 2026, 12:49 PM

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Manny Rutinel Wins Colorado Democratic Primary, Faces Incumbent Gabe Evans in Key House Race

Colorado Democrat Manny Rutinel secures primary victory in the 8th Congressional District, setting up a competitive challenge against Republican incumbent Gabe Evans.

Fox News Latest | Jul 1, 2026, 3:39 AM

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Jeff Hurd and Lauren Boebert Secure GOP Primary Wins Amid Trump Endorsement Shifts

Rep. Jeff Hurd wins GOP primary in Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District despite fluctuating Trump support, while Lauren Boebert maintains her seat amid clashes with the former president.

The Hill | Jul 1, 2026, 1:37 AM

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House Republican Leaders Cut Work Short Again Amid GOP Rebel Blockade

For the second consecutive week, House Republican leaders are sending the chamber home early after GOP rebels blocked procedural actions on the House floor.

The Hill | Jun 30, 2026, 9:12 PM

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Supreme Court Blocks Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Changes; House Ends Session Early Amid GOP Dispute

The Supreme Court upheld the 14th Amendment against President Trump's immigration rule changes, while House conservatives blocked key legislation, prompting an early recess.

The Hill | Jun 30, 2026, 9:07 PM

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Rep. Ritchie Torres Urges Transparency from Rep. Tom Kean Jr. Amid Depression-Related Absence

Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres expresses sympathy for Rep. Tom Kean Jr.'s depression but calls for greater openness about long-term medical absences.

The Hill | Jun 30, 2026, 8:00 PM

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House Rejects Measure to Cut Military Aid to Israel Despite Significant Democratic Support

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