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GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy draws primary challenger citing Trump impeachment vote

Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming announced he would challenge GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who voted to convict Trump after his 2021 impeachment trial.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Eli Lilly Chief Says He Will Fight for the FDA, Challenging RFK Jr.’s Stance

The health care giant’s David Ricks defended the agency’s role in reviewing data and ensuring drug safety.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Tony Finau slams door on LIV Golf rumors amid Hero World Challenge withdrawal: 'They're not true'

Finau revealed that a recent knee surgery caused him to pull out of Tiger's tournament

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

California Democrat flips final House seat, dealing Republicans narrow majority

With Trump picks leaving vacancies, Republicans could have a 217-215 majority -- the narrowest GOP majority in history -- when the 119th Congress convenes on Jan. 3.

ABC News - Dec. 4

Supreme Court skeptical of challenge to Tennessee ban on transgender youth treatments

The conservative-majority Supreme Court dives into the culture war issue of transgender rights as it weighs whether states can restrict gender transition care for minors.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Hegseth meets with Republicans as his candidacy hangs in the balance

President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary has faced sexual assault and workplace misconduct allegations.

NBC News - Dec. 4

With Assad Challenged, a Push to Cut Syria’s Ties to Iran Grows More Unlikely

Even as Israel bombarded Syria, officials say the U.S. and Gulf countries were working to weaken its president’s alliance with Tehran. Rebels’ shock advance has dampened those hopes.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

Ken Griffin, Top Republican Donor, Says He Voted for Trump

Mr. Griffin, who had previously derided Donald J. Trump as a “three-time loser,” said he voted for the president-elect.

The New York Times - Dec. 4

2024 Hero World Challenge odds, picks, field: Surprising predictions from golf model that's nailed 13 majors

SportsLine's proven model simulated the Hero World Challenge 2024 10,000 times and revealed its surprising PGA Tour golf picks

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

College basketball rankings: Playing ACC just means more wins for SEC as Tennessee, Ole Miss roll in challenge

The SEC went 9-1 vs. the ACC and clinched a victory on the first night of the SEC/ACC Challenge

CBS Sports - Dec. 4

Democrats flip final House seat of the 2024 elections, narrowing Republicans' majority

Republicans will have a narrow majority in the House, with Democrats flipping one final seat in California, leaving GOP leaders with even less margin for error.

NBC News - Dec. 4

Scottish Budget presents huge challenges for SNP

Finance Secretary Shona Robison is preparing to set out her spending plans for next year.

BBC News - Dec. 4

Senate Republicans hedge on Pete Hegseth support after latest controversy

President-elect Donald Trump's defense secretary pick Pete Hegseth met with Republican senators on Tuesday amid allegations ranging from sexual assault to workplace misconduct. Hegseth and his ...

CBS News - Dec. 3

Republican senators torn over FBI background checks for Trump Cabinet picks

Republicans senators returned to Washington after Thanksgiving recess to a renewed peppering of questions about President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet picks.

ABC News - Dec. 3

Comer highlights bill challenging work from home deal for federal employees

Rep. James Comer (R-Ky.) on Tuesday highlighted a bill he previously introduced that challenges a deal for hybrid work protections of federal employees. “THOUSANDS of federal employees just landed ...

The Hill - Dec. 4

Justice Dept.’s Apolitical Tradition Is Challenged by 2 Presidents

The post-Watergate norm that political leaders should steer clear of criminal cases is being tested from opposite ends of the political spectrum.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

The GOP's new task: Turning Trump voters into full-fledged Republicans: From the Politics Desk

Even with their success, this election revealed a challenge for Republicans going forward: The “Trump coalition” and the “GOP coalition” are not quite the same.

NBC News - Dec. 3

Some Republican senators appear tepid on Hegseth amid new misconduct claims

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary, met with Republican senators Tuesday for the second day in a row amid news that GOP insiders pushed to remove him as the ...

CBS News - Dec. 3

Republican senators express growing concerns over Pete Hegseth misconduct allegations

Pete Hegseth, Trump's pick for defense secretary, was back on Capitol Hill Tuesday looking to shore up support as he fends off allegations of misconduct.

ABC News - Dec. 3

Georgia Republicans Seek Fani Willis’s Testimony and Records in Trump Case

Ms. Willis, who charged Mr. Trump in connection with his efforts to cling to power after the 2020 election, came under scrutiny over her relationship with a lawyer she hired to lead the case.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Republicans call for investigation into FEMA employees avoiding homes with Trump signs

House Republicans are calling for an investigation into Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) employees, alleging they avoided homes with Trump campaign yard signs in multiple states when they ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Tennessee vs. Syracuse odds, prediction: 2024 SEC/ACC Challenge picks, Dec. 3 bets by proven CBB model

SportsLine's model revealed its college basketball picks for Syracuse Orange vs. Tennessee Volunteers in the 2024 SEC/ACC Challenge on Tuesday

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

PGA Tour schedule: How to watch, prize money, field for the 2024 Hero World Challenge

TV times and more for December's Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas.

Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3

Democrats push back on Republican COVID-19 report

House Democrats on the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic on Tuesday released their own report responding to the Republican-led panel's final report, deeming the subcommittee to have ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Black Republicans feel left out of Trump’s 2nd-term picks

As President-elect Donald Trump fills out his Cabinet and closest advisers, African American Republicans ask why more Black people haven’t been selected.

ABC News - Dec. 3

Michigan Republican says gay marriage should be illegal

Michigan state Rep. Josh Schriver (R) rebuked gay marriage in a Monday social media post that has drawn backlash from some of the state’s top Democrats. “Make gay marriage illegal again,” Schriver ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

Plans to 'Make America Healthy Again' may face opposition from Republicans

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has vowed to crack down on food dyes and pesticides. He may run into opposition from his own party, which dislikes broad federal regulation.

ABC News - Dec. 3

House Republican: 'Hard decisions' needed on Social Security, Medicaid, Medicare

Rep. Rich McCormick (R-Ga.) said Tuesday that lawmakers will ultimately face tough choices on spending in next year's unified GOP government, suggesting cuts may be coming to social welfare ...

The Hill - Dec. 3

2024 Hero World Challenge predictions, picks, odds, field rankings, best bets for Tiger Woods-hosted event

A small group of players head to the Bahamas to partake in Woods' annual tournament

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

Why Republicans Might Oppose Trump’s Push to Undo Biden’s Triumphs

President Biden wants to make it more difficult for President-elect Donald J. Trump to repeal his signature legislation, which sent money flowing to Republican districts nationwide.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Hegseth meeting with Republican senators as allegations surface about time at veterans charity

CBS News has confirmed that allegations of financial mismanagement, repeated intoxication and sexual misconduct forced President-elect Donald Trump's pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, to ...

CBS News - Dec. 3

College basketball rankings: Louisville faces Ole Miss in SEC/ACC Challenge with chance for big win at home

The Cardinals, 5-2 under first-year coach Pat Kelsey, are favored vs. the Rebels, ranked No. 23 in the Top 25 And 1

CBS Sports - Dec. 3

VAR coach challenges coming to new competitions

The International Football Association Board (IFAB) on Monday approved expanded trials of Football Video Support (FVS), an alternative VAR system which gives coaches the chance to challenge decisions.

ESPN - Dec. 3

Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Tennessee’s Ban on Transgender Care

On Wednesday, the justices will hear the marquee case of the term, a challenge to a Tennessee law banning several forms of medical care for transgender youths.

The New York Times - Dec. 3

Republican senators brush aside Pete Hegseth misconduct allegations after meeting him

Republican senators who met Monday with Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for defense secretary, brushed aside sexual assault and other allegations against him.

NBC News - Dec. 3

Senate approves promotion for general involved in Afghanistan exit after a Republican blocked it

The Senate voted to approve the promotion of a general who oversaw troops in the U.S. withdrawal from Kabul, Afghanistan, that had been held by Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin.

NBC News - Dec. 3

Trump picks Republican mega-donor Warren Stephens as ambassador to UK

Investment banker has donated regularly to conservative causes although not always in favor of the president-elect. Donald Trump announced on Monday he has picked investment banker and Republican ...

The Guardian - Dec. 2

Why Republicans start out as favorites in the 2026 Senate elections

Democrats need to flip four Senate seats in 2026 to reclaim a majority, but have few clear targets.

ABC News - Dec. 2

Jamie Raskin challenges Jerry Nadler for top Democratic spot on House Judiciary panel

Rep. Jamie Raskin, who served as the lead Democratic prosecutor in Donald Trump's second impeachment trial, will challenge Rep. Jerry Nadler for House Judiciary chairman.

NBC News - Dec. 2

Raskin launches challenge to Nadler for top Democratic spot on Judiciary panel

Rep. Jamie Raskin (Md.) launched a bid to be the top Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee on Monday, challenging Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-N.Y.) for the post on the powerful panel. The ...

The Hill - Dec. 2

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