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Democratic-backed judge wins Wisconsin race in setback for Elon Musk
Elon Musk was a prominent fundraiser in the campaign, and was the subject of attack ads aired by Crawford's supporters.BBC News - 13h -
4 Republicans join Senate Democrats to rebuke Trump tariffs on Canada
The Senate voted Wednesday on a measure aimed at blocking tariffs on Canadian products.CBS News - 1h -
France’s Parliament Is Set to Debate Changing Rape Law to Include Consent
After dozens of men were convicted of raping a drugged Gisèle Pelicot, lawmakers moved to require that consent be given for sex to be considered consensual.The New York Times - 22h -
South Africa’s coalition in peril after ANC passes budget without partner
Business-friendly Democratic Alliance votes against the framework following weeks of infightingFinancial Times - 8h -
‘Loser’: Musk endures wave of gloating on X after liberal judge wins Wisconsin race
Democrats seize on result as a referendum on Musk and an emphatic repudiation of Trump’s richest supporter and ally. Democrats were tasting unfamiliar triumphalism on Wednesday after the election ...The Guardian - 9h -
Trump knocks NBC's Welker after Signal leak questions on 'Meet the Press'
President Trump tore into Kristen Welker, moderator of NBC's "Meet The Press," over her questioning of a Republican lawmaker about a Signal leak of Pentagon attack plans that has consumed headlines ...The Hill - 2d -
Republican leaders in Congress downplay Trump's talk of a third term as president
Lawmakers insisted he wasn't serious about it, even though he told NBC News he's "not joking" about wanting another term, which is barred under the 22nd Amendment.NBC News - 2d -
Treasury secretary to meet with House Republicans as Trump eyes new tariffs
It's the latest meeting House GOP conference chair Lisa McClain has set up with members of Trump's Cabinet in an effort to keep lawmakers in the loop on White House plans.NBC News - 1d -
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Federal workers impacted by DOGE layoffs look to speak to lawmakers on Capitol Hill; Cat missing during cross-country move found hiding inside couch for three weeks.CBS News - 1d -
Georgia Legislature approves transgender athlete ban
Georgia lawmakers on Monday sent legislation to bar transgender student-athletes from participating in girls’ and women’s sports to Republican Gov. Brian Kemp, who is expected to sign the measure ...The Hill - 1d -
House cancels rest of votes for week after GOP floor rebellion
House Republican leaders on Tuesday canceled votes for the rest of the week after a band of GOP lawmakers staged a rebellion on the floor, bringing legislative action to a screeching halt. House ...The Hill - 1d -
Boebert appears to confuse Oliver Stone with Roger Stone during JFK records hearing
Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) appeared to confuse Oliver Stone, an American filmmaker and a witness before House lawmakers on Tuesday, with political strategist Roger Stone during a hearing on the ...The Hill - 1d -
Wisconsin passes ballot measure requiring photo ID to vote
Wisconsin voters were projected to pass a ballot measure that amends the state Constitution to require photo identification in order to vote, according to Decision Desk HQ. Wisconsin lawmakers ...The Hill - 1d -
US health agency layoffs gut mine safety, infertility and smoking programs
Thousands lost jobs as sweeping cuts reshape public health, leaving experts and lawmakers scrambling . Experts in everything from mine safety to smoking and infertility were hit by mass layoffs ...The Guardian - 15h -
A trans teacher in Texas resigns after being targeted by conservatives online
A transgender teacher in Texas resigned from her job Monday, less than a week after a state lawmaker called for her to be fired over a social media video where she talks about feeling supported by ...NBC News - 11h -
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Lawmakers grill national security officials on security breach in messaging app group chat that discussed plans to bomb Houthi targets in Yemen; Report card released on U.S. infrastructure.CBS News - 2h -
Democratic Sen. Bennet says he supports Trump’s threat to impose secondary tariffs on Russia
Sen. Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) says President Trump’s back and forth relationship with Russia is “crazy” but would support his call for secondary tariffs should peace talks with Ukraine fall through.NBC News - 3d -
The Memo: Trump’s third-term suggestion alarms some Democrats while others roll their eyes
President Trump is leaving the door open to the idea of seeking a third term — even though that door is apparently firmly closed by the Constitution. His suggestion is eliciting divergent reactions ...The Hill - 2d -
Wisconsin judicial race provides a critical test for Democrats’ anti-Elon Musk playbook
Billionaire White House adviser Elon Musk has played a major role in the uptick in spending in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race. NBC News’ Shaquille Brewster explains how the judicial race is ...NBC News - 2d -
Trumpism is sinking democratic values. It’s Starmer’s job to steer the UK back to safety | Polly Toynbee
US tariffs hit this week just as other costs start to bite in Britain. To meet these challenges, Labour will finally have to change. The prime minister may pretend to “ like and respect ” Donald ...The Guardian - 1d -
House Democrat: Trump team has 'done nothing' to assure Signal leak won't be repeated
Rep. Seth Moulton has criticized the Trump administration for its response to the use of Signal by high-level officials to discuss military plans, saying they have done nothing to prevent a repeat ...The Hill - 1d -
Steve Kornacki: Democratic base 'a lot more motivated' to turn out for Wisconsin Supreme Court race
NBC News National Political Correspondent Steve Kornacki crunches the numbers as voters cast their ballots in Wisconsin's Supreme Court election.NBC News - 1d -
Democratic-backed Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race over Musk-backed Schimel
The election could set the ideological balance of Wisconsin's highest court.ABC News - 14h -
After months of surrender, the Democrats have finally stood up to Trump – thank you, Cory Booker | Emma Brockes
Watching the New Jersey senator hold court for 25 hours felt radical and cathartic. One of the problems beleaguering political opponents of Donald Trump has been finding a form of protest that, ...The Guardian - 8h -
Democrats vow to fight Trump tariffs 'tooth and nail' and slam 'chaotic trade war'
"Trump's done a lot of bad things. This is way up there," Chuck Schumer said of the administration's tariff policy.ABC News - 6h -
Cory Booker breaks record for longest Senate speech with Trump condemnation
In speech that began Monday night, Democratic senator warns of ‘grave and urgent’ danger of Trump administration. Cory Booker , the Democratic US senator from New Jersey, has broken the record for ...The Guardian - 1d -
Republicans Invoke Newsom in a Hearing on Transgender Sports
California Democrats rejected two Republican bills that would have banned transgender athletes from female sports. In a rare turn, Republicans tried to use the Democratic governor’s own words to ...The New York Times - 1d -
Booker makes a stand against Trump – and doesn’t stop for 25 hours
Democrats have appeared lame and leaderless for 72 days, but then Cory Booker stood up and did something. “Would the senator yield for a question?” asked Democratic leader Chuck Schumer.. Senator ...The Guardian - 20h -
Dem attorneys general use new media to mount Trump resistance
Court proceedings might often unfold behind closed doors, but the Democratic attorneys general challenging President Trump’s expansive agenda want to bring their work to your feed. Democratic ...The Hill - 13h -
A Competitive Race for Mike Waltz’s Seat Rattles Republicans
Democrats are hoping to do better in Florida’s Sixth District than they did in November, when President Trump won it by 30 points.The New York Times - 3d -
Here's the biggest news you missed this weekend
A Democratic senator says the party's brand is 'problematic.' And the NCAA men's and women's tournaments are getting down to business.NBC News - 3d -
Steve Kornacki: Two very different parts of Wisconsin that will tell the story of the state Supreme Court election
The battleground state race will serve as a test of Democrats' strength in low-turnout, off-year contests.NBC News - 1d -
My MAHA involvement 'not a political issue': Dr. Phil McGraw
McGraw said his concerns transcend political divisions: "There aren't any Democrat children. There aren't any Republican children."The Hill - 1d -
Ja Morant's diminished role was reportedly a 'primary motivator' for Grizzlies' coaching change
The Grizzlies’ more democratized offensive approach this season had diminished Morant’s standing in the team’s offensive pecking order.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Adam Schiff places hold on Ed Martin's nomination to be D.C. U.S. attorney
Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff intends to put an indefinite hold on Ed Martin's nomination to be the top prosecutor in Washington, D.C.CBS News - 1d -
Musk-backed candidate loses Wisconsin race as liberals surge
Republicans retain US House seats in special elections in Florida but Democratic vote risesFinancial Times - 23h -
Markets are reaching for the Turkish risk premium
Technocrats can contain short-term financial panic but only democratic integrity will sustain investor confidenceFinancial Times - 21h -
Fla., Wis. races are possible glimpses into how midterms may be approached: ANALYSIS
If Elon Musk continues to intervene in elections in a similar fashion, Democrats may have a winning playbook to replicate.ABC News - 11h