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China hack targeted senior congressional Democrats

Chinese hackers also targeted cell phones belonging to senior Democratic officials in addition to former President Trump, Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) and people in the Harris campaign, The Associated ...

Politics - The Hill - October 26

Congressional Democrats prepared to do 'whatever it takes' in response to Trump Cabinet picks: Padilla

Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) said Saturday that congressional Democrats are prepared to do “whatever it takes” in response to President-elect Trump’s Cabinet picks. “The incoming Senate majority ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Congressional races to watch in the 2024 election

Republicans hold a narrow majority in the House and Democrats hold a slim majority in the Senate which means down-ballot races will carry profound weight in this presidential election. CBS News ...

9 congressional sleeper races to watch on Election Night

The presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump is dominating the 2024 debate, but control of both chambers of Congress is also very much up for grabs — and a series of fluid races may ...

Politics - NBC News - October 28

5 congressional races key to energy and environmental policy

The outcome of the presidential election is expected to have a dramatic impact on U.S. energy and environmental policy, with Vice President Harris and former President Trump offering starkly ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Supreme Court to Hear Louisiana Congressional Map Dispute

The case, which will not affect this election cycle, involves a legal fight over how the state draws its voting maps and could determine the political power of Black voters there.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 4

Trump wins key Maine congressional district

Former President Trump has won the one Electoral College vote Maine’s 2nd Congressional District carries, according to a Decision Desk HQ projection, giving the Republican a potentially critical ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Trump to meet with congressional Republicans before meeting with Biden

President-elect Trump will head to Capitol Hill Wednesday to meet with GOP lawmakers in Congress before his meeting at the White House with President Biden. CBS News congressional correspondent ...

Congressional offices urgently need racial diversity

It's time to take the next step toward making Congress more diverse and inclusive.

Politics - The Hill - November 13

The truth is out there: Experts testify at UFO congressional hearing

Experts testified at a House oversight committee hearing Wednesday on potential alien life, suggesting that there are intelligent beings that live off the planet. They also urged governmental ...

Every uncalled congressional race left in the 2024 election

With votes still being counted, here's a look at the key congressional races that remain uncalled by the NBC News Decision Desk.

Politics - NBC News - 3 days ago

A Rite of Passage for Congressional Newcomers: Picking an Office

Since 1906, new members of Congress have drawn lots to choose their new homes on Capitol Hill. Staff and lawmakers often scout and strategize far in advance to find the best spaces.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Congressional Republicans continue to introduce bills eliminating the DOE

Two lawmakers to introduce bills to 'eliminate' the Department of Education.

Senior Malawi politician accused of plotting to kill president

World - Yahoo News - October 28

China Has Detained a Senior AstraZeneca Executive

Leon Wang, executive vice president in charge of China and the broader Asian region, is being detained while the Chinese government is probing AstraZeneca employees, the drugmaker says.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - November 6

Harris holds 12-point lead in key Nebraska congressional district: Poll

Vice President Harris leads former President Trump 54 percent to 42 percent in Nebraska's "blue dot" Omaha presidential electoral voting bloc, according to a recent poll.

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Former GOP congressional candidate in Indiana charged with stealing ballots

Police said Larry Savage was caught on video stealing two ballots during a public test of voting machines earlier this month.

Supreme Court to hear dispute involving Louisiana congressional map

The appeal stemmed from a congressional map enacted in January that includes two majority-Black districts.

Supreme Court to review Louisiana congressional map post-election

The Supreme Court announced Monday it will take up the fight over Louisiana’s congressional map, which has erupted into a messy legal battle over how to fix a racially gerrymandered design. The ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Michigan congressional candidate Paul Junge on what he's hearing from voters

Paul Junge is the Republican running for Congress in Michigan's 8th District against Democrat Kristen McDonald Rivet. Junge joined CBS News to discuss his race and what he's hearing from voters.

How one congressional district in Nebraska could swing the election

Nebraska's allocation method, which was adopted before the 1992 election, was long seen as an innocuous curiosity.

Politics - The Hill - November 4

How congressional races could shape next administration's agenda

With the balance of power in Congress at stake, Election Day results could determine the legislative path for the next administration. Scott MacFarlane reports on key races to watch.

Former CNN anchor John Avlon loses congressional race

Former CNN anchor John Avlon was defeated Tuesday night in his bid to represent New York’s 1st Congressional District in the House, Decision Desk HQ projects. Avlon, who ran as a Democrat, lost to ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

What happens to Senate, Congressional seats for those joining the Trump administration

Trump tapped Vance as his running mate in July, prompting him to depart from the Senate to serve as vice president following the election. Here's how the process works.

Vietnam War-era "Dustoff" crews honored with Congressional Gold Medal

During the Vietnam War, U.S. Army medevac teams flew into hostile combat areas, rescuing an estimated 900,000 wounded soldiers and Vietnamese civilians over the course of 11 years. Nearly 50 years ...

Frost launches bid to become first Gen Z congressional leader

Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) launched a bid for Democratic leadership on Thursday, announcing his candidacy for co-chair of the Democratic Policy and Communications Committee (DPCC). If he wins the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 15

Congressional Hispanic Caucus chair: Mass deportation plan will increase grocery costs

Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Rep. Nanette Diaz Barragán (D-Calif.) said mass deportations could cause a spike in costs for American families, including at the grocery store. President-elect ...

Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago

Fate of Gaetz ethics report uncertain after congressional panel deadlocked

Pressure has been mounting on the ethics committee to release a report on Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general.

Is a reverse mortgage or home equity loan better for seniors? Experts weigh in

Seniors have a few options for tapping into their home's equity, but certain options may be better than others.

Japan’s elder election: senior voters set to dominate snap poll

Demographics, surging prices and youth apathy in world’s oldest nation could weaken new PM Shigeru Ishiba

Business - Financial Times - October 25

Helping seniors know when it's time to give up driving

Giving up driving can be a big loss of independence for seniors, and coming to the decision that it's no longer safe for them to be behind that wheel can be difficult. James Brown showcases one ...

Here’s a surprising reason most boomers are worried about moving to a senior residence

A new survey points to the importance of quality meals as a key driver to win over older adults.

Business - MarketWatch - November 2

What seniors should know about Medicare open enrollment for 2025

There are a few important factors that seniors should be aware of during open enrollment this year.

Kentucky hoops lands top-30 senior guard Lewis

Top-30 senior Acaden Lewis announced his commitment to Kentucky on Saturday, giving Mark Pope his second impact guard in the 2025 class.

Sports - ESPN - November 2

Killing Time by Alan Bennett review – senior moments full of wit and style

The author employs his pitch-perfect repertoire of satirical skills in his first book for five years – a novella about the residents of an upmarket care home during the pandemic. Alan Bennett, now ...

World - The Guardian - November 4

Deutsche’s private bank fires over 100 bankers in cost-cutting drive

Frankfurt-headquartered lender has imposed demanding targets on underperforming unit

Business - Financial Times - November 11

Seniors will pay more for Medicare in 2025. Here's what to know.

Medicare's Part B monthly premium is outpacing both inflation and Social Security's cost-of-living adjustment.

Lloyds Bank to stop recognising senior employees union membership

High street lender introducing ‘people forums’ to discuss issues including job cuts, pay and policies

World - Financial Times - November 13

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