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More ‘lifelong Republican’ former Trump aides denounce ex-president in letter
Chorus of voices speaking out against Trump grows after former Trump chief of staff John Kelly called him a fascist. ‘Fascist’, ‘conman’, ‘predator’, ‘cheat’: what 11 former Trump staffers say ...World - The Guardian - October 25 -
Democrats and Republicans focus on key Sun Belt states as Election Day approaches
As Election Day nears, Democrats and Republicans are shifting focus to key Sun Belt states like Georgia, Arizona, and North Carolina. Both parties are intensifying efforts with door-to-door ...Politics - NBC News - 6 days ago -
No NY Republican House candidates in key contests speaking at Trump MSG rally
There are no New York Republican candidates in pivotal House races speaking at former President Trump's rally in Madison Square Garden on Sunday, a list of speakers released by his campaign showed. ...Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago -
European stocks hit by ‘Trump effect’ as odds tilt towards Republican win
Former president’s promise of tariffs has dragged down sectors already struggling with flagging Chinese demandBusiness - Financial Times - 5 days ago -
In the critical suburbs of Philly, Democratic volunteers seek winnable Republicans
A massive door-knocking operation driven by dedicated volunteers is how Harris officials hope to rival Trump's "lean" efforts in the rural parts of Pennsylvania.Top stories - NBC News - 5 days ago -
Two hurricanes stir up voter backlash to Florida Republicans’ climate denialism
Destruction caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton bring climate crisis to top of mind, especially for young voters. The climate emergency was already a hot-button political issue in Florida long ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
‘We have to blow it up’: can never-Trumpers retake the Republican party?
Republicans who have refused to bend to Trump insist the GOP can be rebuilt – but if he wins, all bets are off. The former Wyoming congresswoman Liz Cheney “ hopes to be able to rebuild” the ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
Michigan Republican: Trump ‘has got a tremendous support from the Muslim community’
Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) said on Sunday the Muslim community in Michigan trusts former President Trump over Vice President Harris to guide Middle East policy. “For the people of the state of ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
Wisconsin plays a key role in Harris' outreach to Trump-skeptical Republicans
Kamala Harris has been stacking up Republican endorsements in Wisconsin as she seeks to make inroads with voters skeptical of Donald Trump.Top stories - NBC News - 4 days ago -
Republicans Cling to Slim Leads in Nebraska and Texas Senate Races
In Nebraska, Dan Osborn, an independent, is in a tight race with Senator Deb Fischer, and in Texas, Representative Colin Allred is four percentage points behind Senator Ted Cruz.Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
7 House seats Democrats think they can flip
Democrats are battling to flip control of the House at the polls next week, eyeing gains in battleground districts from coast to coast in an effort to win back the Speaker’s gavel after two years ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
Republicans look to pad House majority: Seven seats they think they’ll flip
House Republicans are charging into Election Day with high hopes of padding their majority in the next Congress. The fight to control the lower chamber remains too close to call in the final sprint ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
Is Kamala Harris alienating progressives as she courts anti-Trump Republicans?
The vice-president is relying on support of high-profile GOP refuseniks as she moves to the centre despite warnings from progressives. As the daughter of a man who drove George W Bush’s invasion of ...World - The Guardian - 4 days ago -
House Republicans, Justice Department face off over Biden audiotapes
The House Judiciary Committee sued Attorney General Merrick Garland to try to force him to turn over recordings of the president's special counsel interview.Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
Republican Senate candidate’s fire fighting company could go up in smoke
Preparing for office the Blackstone wayBusiness - Financial Times - 4 days ago -
Republicans turn to Supreme Court in dispute over Pennsylvania provisional ballots
The Republican National Committee is seeking to put on hold a decision from the Pennsylvania Supreme Court involving provisional ballots.Top stories - CBS News - 3 days ago -
Outcry over Trump’s hint at ‘little secret’ with House Republicans
Critics condemn ‘sinister’ remark that suggests potential Trump-Mike Johnson plot to settle contested election. US elections 2024 – live updates Donald Trump faced mounting suspicion of ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
California Republican who impeached Trump locked in tight race for reelection
A California House Republican who voted to impeach former President Trump for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot is locked in a tight race for another term, according to a new poll. The ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Puerto Rico Republican chair demands Trump apology for rally’s racist remarks
Angel M Cintrón, party’s chair on island, says he will not vote for Trump unless he says sorry for speaker’s comments. US elections 2024 – live updates The president of the Republican party’s ...World - The Guardian - 3 days ago -
5 former House Republicans endorse Democrat running against Scott Perry
Five former House Republicans on Monday endorsed Democrat Janelle Stelson in her bid to unseat Rep. Scott Perry (R-Pa.) and urged their GOP colleagues to follow suit. In a letter first reported by ...Politics - The Hill - 3 days ago -
Trump urges voters to oust Republican who voted to impeach him
Former President Trump on Tuesday urged voters to oust Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-Wash.), one of the 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach the former president after the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Republicans unveil emergency bill to fund tapped-out disaster loan program
Senate Republicans released legislation this week that aims to replenish funds for a key federal program that provides disaster loans to businesses and homeowners. Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) led ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Republican narrowly leads in race for Slotkin's Michigan House seat
Republican Tom Barrett is narrowly leading Democrat Curtis Hertel in the race to replace Rep. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) in the House, according to a new poll. A survey from Emerson College Polling ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
'Republicans are still favored' but Senate control hinges on ticket-splitters: analyst
NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Ali Vitali interviews Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) as he campaigns for re-election in a tight race. Jessica Taylor, Senate and Governors editor with the Cook ...Politics - NBC News - Yesterday -
Jimmy Kimmel appeals to Republicans to reject Trump in 19-minute monologue
Comedian Jimmy Kimmel, who is known for criticizing former President Trump, made an appeal to Republicans to reject the former president in his 19-minute opening monologue on Tuesday evening, one ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
House Republicans take aim at White House response to Biden's 'garbage' comment
House Republicans are taking aim at the White House for its response to remarks by President Biden this week, when he appeared to refer to former President Trump’s supporters as “garbage” — a ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
A Unified Republican Congress Would Give Trump Broad Power for His Agenda
A G.O.P. House and Senate could advance Trump-backed legislation and nominees, but thin margins and the filibuster could pose roadblocks and cause Republicans political trouble.Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday -
‘Republicanism by stealth’: Australia’s Great Seal redesign ditches reference to monarch
Historian also questions ‘complete silence’ around First Nations sovereignty in new design. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
'Obamacare' enrollment opens, as Republicans threaten the health insurance program used by millions
Americans can start signing up Friday for health care coverage offered through the Affordable Care Act marketplace for 2025Health - ABC News - Yesterday -
Amazon donates to group backing hardline anti-abortion Republican
DoorDash and CVS also contributing funds to Raga group trying to re-elect Todd Rokita, who favors total abortion ban. Amazon, DoorDash and CVS Health are among major US companies publicly committed ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday