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  • POLITICSAug 18 · 12:03 UTCWSVN MIAMI
    Polls open across South Florida as voters cast their ballots on primary election that includes some heated races

    Polls have opened across South Florida for a primary election, allowing voters to cast ballots on critical decisions and contentious races. Key contests include congressional seats in District 20 and District 24, the U.S. Senate seat (Ashley Moody vs Alexander Vindman), and determining a replacement for Gov. Ron DeSantis. Furthermore, Miami voters will vote on whether or not the city should enter into an agreement to restore the historic Miami Marine Stadium.

  • POLITICSAug 18 · 10:59 UTCGUARDIAN US
    Redistricting scrambles Florida primary as Alaska awaits Dan Sullivan v Dan Sullivan – US politics live

    Contests in Florida and Alaska are noted as contributing to the midterms scheduled for this fall to determine control of Congress. Donald Trump weighed into the Alaska primary, posting on Truth Social to urge voters to support “the real Dan Sullivan.” He posted that opponents have put up an imposter and directed voters to back the “INCUMBENT SENATOR.”

  • POLITICSAug 18 · 10:58 UTCWTOP DC
    What to watch Tuesday: Redistricting scrambles Florida as Alaska pits Dan Sullivan v. Dan Sullivan

    Primaries on Tuesday will draw attention to Florida, Wyoming, California, and Alaska, highlighting Republican-led redistricting efforts that have scrambled congressional maps. The article details specific races, noting Byron Donalds running to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis in Florida, while Debbie Wasserman Schultz competes against other candidates in a South Florida district. These contests are expected to help shape the fiercely contested midterms this fall.

  • POLITICSAug 18 · 10:58 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    What to watch Tuesday: Redistricting scrambles Florida as Alaska pits Dan Sullivan v. Dan Sullivan

    Primaries in Florida, Wyoming, California, and Alaska on Tuesday will highlight efforts that have scrambled congressional maps and present new battles between the Democratic establishment and progressive left. Notable races include Byron Donalds running to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis in Florida, while Keisha Lance Bottoms runs for governor of Georgia. The article also details contentious matchups arising from redistricting in Florida House races.

  • HEALTHAug 18 · 10:37 UTCWTOP DC
    CDC’s new director is pressed to do something about its zombie programs

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention manages several funded units, described as 'zombie programs,' that are financially appropriated by Congress but are functionally inactive due to staff cuts. Layoffs affecting experts occurred following an effort by a previous administration to reorganize federal health agencies. The new CDC director, Dr. Erica Schwartz, now faces congressional pressure during her confirmation hearing to restart these dormant activities and comply with the law.

  • HEALTHAug 18 · 10:35 UTCSEATTLE TIMES
    CDC’s new director is pressed to do something about its zombie programs

    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is being pressured regarding its 'zombie programs.' Additionally, the CDC operates several programs that are funded by Congress but currently lack staff to operate them.

  • POLITICSAug 18 · 10:00 UTCLA TIMES — BUSINESS
    Hiltzik: A political farewell to one of the best friends Social Security ever had in Congress

    A political farewell involving Hiltzik highlights someone who was a friend to Social Security in Congress. Rep. John Larson previously fought hard in Congress to protect Social Security, raising questions about whether his much younger successor will fulfill this same role.

  • POLITICSAug 18 · 04:06 UTCSEATTLE TIMES
    Florida holds primaries for governor and Congress, testing Trump’s grip on adopted state

    Florida is holding primaries for governor and Congress, an event testing Trump’s grip on the state. Voters cast ballots Tuesday for nominees running for positions including governor, U.S. Senate, and several congressional races.

  • POLITICSAug 18 · 04:04 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Florida holds primaries for governor and Congress, testing Trump's grip on adopted state

    Florida is holding primaries for governor and Congress, featuring a crowded field of candidates across both major parties. David Jolly leads Democrats in the race for governor, while U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds seeks the Republican nomination. These primary battles are seen as tests of Trump’s political influence and an effort by Democrats to regain Florida's status as a national political battleground.

  • POLITICSAug 18 · 04:03 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    What to watch Tuesday: Redistricting scrambles Florida as Alaska pits Dan Sullivan v. Dan Sullivan

    Primaries scheduled for Tuesday in states including Florida, Wyoming, California, and Alaska will highlight Republican-led redistricting efforts and battles between the Democratic establishment and progressive left. Notable races include Byron Donalds running to succeed term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis in Florida, while David Crowley won a primary against a democratic socialist in Wisconsin.

  • POLITICSAug 17 · 12:00 UTCTHE HILL
    A weakling Congress is in its dying days

    The article asserts that a weak Congress is in its dying days. It advises readers not to mourn the passing of this institution.

  • POLITICSAug 17 · 11:47 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    In Florida, Wasserman Schultz sparks a debate over what representation means in diverse districts

    Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is running for reelection to Congress in a new district after Republicans scrambled Florida’s congressional map. She faces opposition from candidates who argue her move constitutes an 'erasure of our history' and threatens Black representation. Wasserman Schultz, the best-funded Democratic candidate among five, argues she can advocate broadly because she has represented diverse communities across three decades.

  • POLITICSAug 17 · 10:00 UTCHOUSTON PUBLIC MEDIA
    TPS recipients hope a potential change of power in Congress provides relief from deportation

    A U.S. Supreme Court ruling has effectively allowed the Trump administration to revoke Temporary Protected Status (TPS) from any nationality. This development places over 100,000 TPS recipients in Texas at risk of expulsion. These recipients are hoping that a potential change of power within Congress may provide them with relief from deportation.

  • POLITICSAug 17 · 08:45 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    Nancy Pelosi is leaving Capitol Hill. Her team is still calling shots.

    Nancy Pelosi may be leaving Congress, but about 50 of her longtime staffers remain on Capitol Hill in leadership positions. These aides are said to possess a strategic ethos that could allow Pelosi's influence to continue within the House Democratic Caucus. Their presence suggests that institutional knowledge remains powerful, even as elected officials change.

  • POLITICSAug 17 · 08:45 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    Luke Bronin’s fight for generational change isn’t over

    Luke Bronin is advocating for generational change within the Democratic party while preparing for a general election in Connecticut against Amy Chai. He argued that the party would be stronger with more renewal and pointed to examples where younger members successfully replaced long-term leaders on powerful House committees, such as Robert Garcia’s ascension.

  • POLITICSAug 16 · 11:44 UTCWTOP DC
    Republicans won the redistricting competition. Don’t tell that to this California congressman

    California Democrats sliced Rep. Kevin Kiley’s district, which a conservative resident stated made it impossible for her to vote for him; this was characterized as payback for Republican redistricting in Texas and elsewhere. The effort began with Republicans after a U.S. Supreme Court decision cleared the way for redrawing seats across the South. In retaliation, California Democrats successfully rewrote the state’s congressional map, forming new Democratic-leaning seats.

  • HEALTHAug 16 · 11:00 UTCGUARDIAN US
    US law to investigate foodborne illness outbreaks has been delayed for 15 years

    Congress passed a law designed to help federal agencies investigate outbreaks of foodborne illness, a regulation experts stated could have prevented the US’s largest cyclosporiasis outbreak sooner. However, this rule has been severely delayed for 15 years. The delay continues amid lobbying efforts in 2025.

  • POLITICSAug 16 · 09:02 UTCNYT US
    AIPAC Targets Progressive Front-Runner in Race to Replace Swalwell

    Two Democrats are competing in a runoff to replace Eric Swalwell, who resigned from Congress in April. The American Israel Public Affairs Committee is actively spending money against a progressive candidate.

  • POLITICSAug 15 · 21:39 UTCTHE HILL
    Sunday shows preview: Key primary races set stage for tight November battles, Democrats raise concerns over USS Lincoln conditions

    Key primary races in Minnesota and Wisconsin are setting the stage for tight battles in November as both parties aim to expand their hold in Congress. Separately, Progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed defeated moderate Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary. Additionally, Democrats have raised concerns regarding USS Lincoln conditions.

  • POLITICSAug 15 · 11:54 UTCWTOP DC
    The buck stops somewhere else: A look at Trump’s tendency to avoid blame when things go awry

    Donald Trump has a tendency to avoid accepting blame for various issues, such as economic concerns or problems like vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, often pointing fingers at predecessors. This perceived strategy involves shifting responsibility onto others rather than owning failures. The critique of this behavior is heightened amid efforts by Republicans to retain control of Congress before November's midterms.

  • POLITICSAug 15 · 11:52 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    The buck stops somewhere else: A look at Trump's tendency to avoid blame when things go awry

    The article analyzes Donald Trump’s tendency to shift blame for various problems, such as economic concerns and vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, onto others, including predecessors and Congress. This behavior is described as a political strategy of being in charge of everything but responsible for nothing when things go badly. This pattern is noted as gaining focus ahead of the midterm elections.

  • POLITICSAug 15 · 11:00 UTCFOX NEWS
    ‘The Odyssey’ reminds us of the nightmare we are leaving for American children

    Using Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" as an analogy, the article argues that modern political systems suffer from a problem resembling taxation without representation. The text highlights national debt exceeding $40 trillion and claims politicians use money belonging to people who have not yet been born to buy votes. Ultimately, it suggests that current governmental issues are driven by incentives rather than sound statecraft.

  • SECURITYAug 15 · 03:37 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Judge refuses to block Trump administration from building border wall along tribe's reservation

    Judge Richard Leon denied the Tohono O’odham Nation's request to block the Trump administration from constructing a 62-mile border wall on part of its reservation in Arizona. Leon ruled that the tribe failed to show that changing the reservation boundaries requires congressional authority, stating that government interests in securing the border outweigh alleged irreparable harms. The Tohono O’odham Nation strongly disagreed with the decision, citing potential impacts on sacred sites and land.

  • POLITICSAug 14 · 10:00 UTCGUARDIAN US
    Is Florida ready for a democratic socialist?

    Oliver Larkin, a democratic socialist candidate, is running for Congress in a newly drawn district in Florida. He will be competing against a 'DeSantis Democrat' in Tuesday's election. Despite it being five weeks before the primary, Larkin canvassed single-family homes on palm tree-lined streets, finding that many residents wanted to talk with him.

  • HEALTHAug 13 · 12:00 UTCGUARDIAN US
    AOC’s public egg-freezing shouldn’t feel radical. But in today’s US, it does

    Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez revealed that she is freezing her eggs during Congress’ August recess. She publicly administered the hormonal injections herself and explained the process to viewers. Because her insurance does not cover the procedure, she must pay 100% out of pocket, asserting that this choice gives her a greater sense of control.

  • POLITICSAug 13 · 12:00 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    Capitol agenda: ‘No tax’ fever hits Congress

    Special tax carve-outs are highly discussed in Congress as lawmakers seek to address voters' affordability concerns ahead of midterms. Proposals covering areas like utility bills, health care, tips, and car loans are modeled after provisions from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The trend has generated frustration among some conservatives regarding code clutter, while progressives worry about lost funding dollars; meanwhile, fiscal hawks raise concerns over shrinking the tax base.

  • POLITICSAug 13 · 11:08 UTCFOX NEWS
    State Dept axes Biden-era DEI scheme pushing woke politics across the globe and more top headlines

    The State Dept is axing a Biden-era DEI scheme and appears to be pushing global woke politics. Other major developments include Congress finding 140 papers linking Harvard with CCP military universities, an illegal immigrant being charged with slaying after release in California, and the WNBA addressing 'bad-faith' fans.

  • TECHNOLOGYAug 13 · 08:53 UTCBUSINESS INSIDER
    Ex-Googler Jeff Dean shares his grueling weekly workout routine — and how he takes care of his knees and ankles

    Jeff Dean, a former chief scientist at Google, shared his rigorous weekly workout routine, which includes soccer games, gym sessions, yoga classes, and long runs or bike commutes. He noted that protecting his joints requires using squishy shoes and arch support inserts due to past ankle sprains. This sharing of the routine coincides with Dean's departure from Google after 27 years to cofound Discovery Loop, an AI startup.

  • POLITICSAug 13 · 08:45 UTCPOLITICO CONGRESS
    Why House GOP hopes of cracking down on fraud could flame out

    House Republicans hope that efforts to crack down on alleged abuse in safety-net programs will revive talks of tackling fraud before year's end. However, skepticism remains about whether any such bill will reach the president’s desk due to impending midterms and lack of immediate success. The article notes that achieving legislative goals requires intervention from Vice President Vance or President Trump.

  • CRIMEAug 13 · 04:03 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROIT
    3 men set for lethal injection on same day in Tennessee, Alabama and Oklahoma

    Three men are scheduled for lethal injection in Tennessee, Alabama, and Oklahoma. The charges include killing a motel maid, the murder of a 5-year-old girl, and another homicide case. The article also discusses previous attempts at execution in Tennessee that were halted due to problems with IV lines.

  • SECURITYAug 12 · 11:00 UTCFOX NEWS
    Trump's DC crime crackdown 'working' as city sees homicides plummet 43% since 2025: slain intern's mom

    According to new data from the Major Cities Chiefs Association, homicides in Washington, D.C., dropped by 43.9% in the first half of 2026 compared to 2025. Tamara Jachym stated that the presence of the National Guard and extra eyes on the ground are improving public safety. White House spokeswoman Lauren Bis cited President Trump, noting that his Safe and Beautiful Task Force made over 16,000 arrests in the nation's capital.

  • POLITICSAug 12 · 10:00 UTCTHE HILL
    Trump puts vaccines on front burner ahead of crucial midterms for GOP

    The Trump administration has brought vaccine policy into the headlines just three months before the midterm elections, potentially complicating matters for Republicans hoping to control Congress. President Trump utilized an executive order in an attempt to overhaul the childhood vaccine schedule.

  • POLITICSAug 11 · 11:30 UTCJUST SECURITY
    Reinvention Blueprint No. 2: Democracy Works When Government Works

    The United States civil service has historically been vital to American democracy, but warning signs and operational cracks have caused public trust to wane. Past major statutory overhauls, such as the Pendleton Civil Service Reform Act of 1883 and the Civil Service Reform Act (1978), left the framework outdated compared to modern demands. Therefore, true reform requires creating a permanent blueprint for change rather than merely restoring previous systems.

  • POLITICSAug 11 · 08:00 UTCOHIO CAPITAL JOURNAL
    Ohioans in US Rep. Max Miller’s district want action, consequences as House ethics probe continues

    Despite multiple allegations of domestic violence and calls for him to resign from various political figures and constituents, U.S. Rep. Max Miller is still running for reelection in November. Fellow congressional Republicans and Democrats have called for consequences or an ethics investigation, while the Speaker of the House stated he would not ask Miller to step down.

  • POLITICSAug 10 · 11:51 UTCQUARTZ
    House Democrats are pushing for OpenAI and Anthropic CEOs to testify after AI hacking spree

    House Democrats are pushing for OpenAI and Anthropic CEOs to testify before Congress following an AI hacking spree. A letter led by Rep. Greg Casar calls on House Speaker Mike Johnson to bring these AI executives before Congress under oath.

  • POLITICSAug 10 · 11:37 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Ocasio-Cortez says she's freezing her eggs as she decides her next political moves

    Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stated she is freezing her eggs while deciding on her next political moves ahead of the 2028 presidential election campaign. She noted that conversations about women's reproductive and professional lives are important, especially given the current environment regarding abortion rights. The congresswoman explained that this decision allows her to normalize discussions about what women face in their personal and professional spheres.

  • POLITICSAug 10 · 11:00 UTCFOX NEWS
    Subpoenaed pro-China outlet defends itself on Democracy Now!, which paid Singham-founded company millions

    A pro-China media outlet subpoenaed in a Congressional probe of Neville Roy Singham's funding network defended itself on Democracy Now! It argued that the investigation, conducted by the House Ways and Means Committee, was an attack on journalism rather than a probe into foreign influence. The committee is examining how nonprofit laws protect against foreign influence, specifically investigating $39 million allegedly flowing to BreakThrough News and other groups.

  • SECURITYAug 10 · 11:00 UTCCNBC TOP
    House Dems call for AI companies to testify on recent hacks: ‘Clear risk to safety’

    A group of House Democrats has called for leaders from prominent AI companies, including Anthropic and OpenAI, to appear before Congress. The testimony is requested regarding recent hacking incidents that have raised concerns about a clear risk to safety.

  • TECHNOLOGYAug 10 · 10:30 UTCWHYY
    COVID funding provided underfunded Philly-area schools with laptops. ‘RAMageddon’ might send them back in time

    Upper Darby School District lacked technology before the pandemic, but Congress allocated $13.2 billion through the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund (ESSER) to help districts mitigate COVID-19 impacts. This funding allowed Upper Darby to provide every student with a laptop or Chromebook, aiding in educational continuity.

  • POLITICSAug 10 · 09:00 UTCWAPO POLITICS
    Surprises and scandals scramble the battle for Congress

    Unexpected primary results have complicated the paths of both parties toward control. These developments involve struggles for Congress, which are highlighted by scandals and surprises.