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Whole Hog Politics: Democrats learn the limits of resistance
On the menu: COVID-19 at root of Gen Z move to the right; Vivek readies battle for Ohio; Kemp brushes back Greene; A very big fish story It may be fitting that President Trump has been in a ...The Hill - Feb. 21 -
Angry Democratic donors turn off the flow of money
Democrats are anxious to rebuild their party on the heels of President Trump’s victory in November. But they have a major problem as they try to refashion their brand: The money isn’t there. ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
House Democrat planning 'Bad DOGE Act'
Rep. Dave Min (D-Calif.) is planning to introduce a bill titled "Bad DOGE Act” in the House against the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), arguing that it is engaged in an "abuse of ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
Senate Democrats challenge transfer of migrants to Guantánamo Bay
A group of five Senate Democrats led by Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) sent a letter to President Trump on Monday challenging his transfer of migrants to detention centers at the U.S. Naval station in ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
Democrats introduce bill to protect transgender service members
A group of Democrats have introduced a bill to protect diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in the military following President Trump's January executive order to dismantle such programming. The ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
Democrats warn of ‘largest Medicaid cut in American history’
House Democrats are ramping up their attacks on the GOP’s budget plan, warning that the massive spending blueprint would translate into the steepest Medicaid cut in the program’s history. Behind ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
James Carville: It’s Time for a Daring Political Maneuver, Democrats
There’s nothing Democrats can legitimately do to stop Trump, so we need a tactical pause in our fight to plan for the future.The New York Times - Feb. 25 -
Johnson claims town hall protesters 'paid' by Democrats
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) denounced recent protests at town halls that featured GOP lawmakers, claiming the demonstrators were "paid" by Democrats. “The videos you saw of the town halls ...The Hill - Feb. 27 -
Colorado Democrats call for independent investigation of NOAA firings
Colorado Sens. John Hickenlooper (D) and Michael Bennet (D), and Rep. Joe Neguse (D) called for an independent investigation Friday into this week’s mass firings at the National Oceanic and ...The Hill - 5d -
Are AOC and Jasmine Crockett sabotaging Democrats’ 2028 chances?
Either Crockett or Ocasio-Cortez getting the Democratic nomination for president in 2028 would be a dream come true and a prayer answered for the Trump-Vance White House,The Hill - 5d -
Democrats Need Their Own Version of Project 2025
A call for a reform project that is ambitious, radical and iconoclastic yet grounded in a genuine desire to fix the problems of American governance.The New York Times - 4d -
Democrat Al Green ejected from chamber for heckling
Green is a fierce critic of Donald Trump and previously called for his impeachment.BBC News - 1d -
Who is Elissa Slotkin, the Democrat who responded to the speech?
The newly elected Michigan senator accused the president of bringing chaos while failing to tackle the high prices Americans care about.BBC News - 1d -
Democratic lawmaker calls for Eric Adams to resign at hearing
Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.) called on New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) to resign on Wednesday following the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) move to drop federal corruption charges against him. ...The Hill - 1d -
Fellow Democrats tear into Eric Adams on Capitol Hill
The New York mayor faced attacks from the left and center — and praise from Republicans.Politico - 21h -
Democrats struggle against relentless Republican hammering on immigration
Republicans put Democrats in the hot seat as they continue to try and win the messaging wars on immigration policy.Politico - 21h -
Rep. Sylvester Turner, a Texas Democrat, dies at 70
First-term Rep. Sylvester Turner, D-Texas, died after suffering a medical emergency following President Donald Trump's address to Congress, according to two House Democratic lawmakers who were ...NBC News - 18h -
Peltola's potential comeback buoys Democratic hopes in Alaska
Former Rep. Mary Sattler Peltola (D-Alaska) is reportedly considering a run for Alaska governor, stoking Democratic hopes that she could clinch another upset victory in the red state. Peltola ...The Hill - 7h -
Walz on leader of Democratic Party: ‘The voting public’
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D), who ran to be vice president on the Democratic ticket alongside former Vice President Kamala Harris, said he believes the next leader of the party is going to be “the ...The Hill - 2h -
These 10 Democrats voted to censure Al Green
Ten House Democrats joined Republicans in voting to censure Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) on Thursday, rebuking the 11-term congressman for his disruptive protest during President Trump’s speech to ...The Hill - 1h -
Illinois plays through a demanding stretch with a virus hindering multiple players
The Fighting Illini are dealing with all sorts of setbacks on and off the court as they face the most demanding part of their schedule.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 19 -
New study confirms parents do in fact play favorites
Research from Brigham Young University reveals that parental favoritism is real, with factors like gender, birth order and temperament playing a role. The study also found parents tend to favor ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
His dream of playing basketball in the U.S. helped him find a second family
Ama Sow moved to Pennsylvania to fulfill his basketball dreams. But when his school closed unexpectedly, he was left penniless and homeless. That's when a local family opened their home to him.CBS News - Feb. 21 -
The Best Meta Quest Games You Can Play Right Now (2025)
Dipping your toes into virtual reality? From shooters to woodsy adventures, these are our favorites to play by yourself or with friends.Wired - Feb. 22 -
Mel Bochner, Conceptual Artist Who Played With Language, Dies at 84
His early work made use of unexpected materials like pennies and masking tape. Later, he created trenchant word paintings that provoked and delighted.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
Julen Lopetegui: ‘Of course we could have played better. It was our fault’
Spaniard on the ‘pain and anger’ of his sacking at West Ham and rejecting an immediate return to management. “And then suddenly they sacked me.” Julen Lopetegui is running through the reasons to be ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
‘It’s important we saved our sport’: Ukraine’s footballers play on in conflict’s shadow
Three years after Russia’s invasion, UPL teams dream of a seat at Uefa’s top table to avoid an uncertain financial future. Last Friday, Kolos Kovalivka opened the second half of this Ukrainian ...The Guardian - Feb. 24 -
US star John Legend defends playing Rwanda concert during war
'We shouldn't punish people when we disagree with their leaders', he told the BBC.BBC News - Feb. 24 -
Browns guard Joel Bitonio still undecided on whether to play in 2025: 'It's not easy'
Bitonio has been playing through multiple injuries in recent seasonsCBS Sports - Feb. 24 -
'New York, New York' to play only after Yanks win
The Yankees will play Frank Sinatra's version of the "Theme From New York, New York" only after home wins instead of all games in the Bronx, going back to the original custom set by owner George ...ESPN - Feb. 24 -
The Yankees Won’t Play Sinatra’s ‘New York, New York’ After Losses
It’s been a big week for changes in the Bronx, as this shift in tradition comes just days after the team amended its longstanding facial hair policy.The New York Times - Feb. 24 -
How private equity played a role in Red Lobster and TGI Fridays bankruptcies
In 2024, 21 restaurant and bar chains filed for bankruptcy. Ten of those had been backed by private equity, according to PitchBook.CNBC - Feb. 25 -
Titans believe Hunter can play both ways in NFL
The Tennessee Titans, who hold the No. 1 pick in April's NFL draft, believe reigning Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter is fully capable of playing both offense and defense in the NFL.ESPN - Feb. 25 -
Chiefs GM expects 'fired up' Kelce to play in '25
Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said Tuesday that he expects Travis Kelce to play in 2025 after his most recent conversation with the star tight end.ESPN - Feb. 25 -
'How does he play that shot?!' - Root scoops ball for six
Joe Root scoops the ball "perfectly" for six as England face Afghanistan in the Champions Trophy.BBC News - Feb. 26 -
Greenland just want to play soccer. Will Concacaf give them a spot?
Greenland has a thriving soccer culture among its 56,000-strong population, but nowhere to play due to being part of Denmark. Having applied to join the U.S., Mexico and Canada in Concacaf, will ...ESPN - Feb. 27 -
In ‘Hoosiers,’ Gene Hackman Played the Kind of Leader We All Want to Be—and Work With, Not For
Gene Hackman’s Norman Dale in ‘Hoosiers’ is a great leader not because he had the title, but because his players wanted to play for him.Inc. - 6d -
Kelce plans to play in '25: 'Can't go out like that'
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce plans to play this season, he said in a text message to Pat McAfee.ESPN - 6d -
Palworld Devs Are Taking The Day Off To Play Monster Hunter Wilds
Today is the release date for Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds , and fans aren't the only ones who want to get their hands on it. Pocketpair, the developer of Palworld , is declaring today a special ...GameSpot - 6d -
A country star played one of his best shows. Then he collapsed
Colt Ford had even undergone a preventative check-up that found no signs of concern before he had a "silent" heart attack on tour.CBS News - 5d
