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GOP stalemates on speaker vote despite McCarthy’s proposed deal

GOP stalemates on speaker vote despite McCarthy’s proposed...

He caved to most of his opponents' demands, but the GOP leader's most ardent detractors...

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Biden announces new program to curb illegal migration as he prepares for visit to border

Biden announces new program to curb illegal migration as...

Under pressure to address influx, the president also warns potential migrants: ‘Do...

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The House prayers before the speaker votes — and their growing symbolism

The House prayers before the speaker votes — and their...

"Build your hedge of protection against those who would take advantage of our discord...

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Within hours of Debbie Stabenow announcing her retirement, Dems are scrambling to replace her

Within hours of Debbie Stabenow announcing her retirement,...

The trees are just the right height. Are the candidates?

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'Not a lost cause': The argument for averting a recession in 2023

'Not a lost cause': The argument for averting a recession...

New economic data shows a path may be emerging for a surprising scenario: The Fed...

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FDA stays the course on abortion pills, rejecting demands from the left and right

FDA stays the course on abortion pills, rejecting demands...

“Your petition does not provide any new data or evidence,” wrote FDA's Patrizia...

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What History Tells Us About Kevin McCarthy’s Chances

What History Tells Us About Kevin McCarthy’s Chances

One hundred years ago, a strong leader brought House rebels to the table to elect...

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Democrats' big presidential primary changes are still stuck in limbo

Democrats' big presidential primary changes are still stuck...

There are few obstacles to moving South Carolina up -- but moving up Georgia and...

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McCarthy heads to 7th vote with fate still murky

McCarthy heads to 7th vote with fate still murky

He caved to most of his opponents' demands, but the GOP leader's most ardent detractors...

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Biden to visit El Paso on Sunday, his first trip to the border since taking office

Biden to visit El Paso on Sunday, his first trip to the...

The plans for the visit come as the president announces a new border plan to curb...

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Pennsylvania’s new Dem governor nominates Republican Schmidt to run state elections

Pennsylvania’s new Dem governor nominates Republican Schmidt...

Al Schmidt, a former election official in Philadelphia, is Gov.-elect Josh Shapiro's...

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House’s speaker drama shrinks congressional agenda

House’s speaker drama shrinks congressional agenda

The legislative expectations for the current Congress were already low. The House...

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Casey reveals prostate cancer diagnosis, expects 'minimal disruption' of Senate work

Casey reveals prostate cancer diagnosis, expects 'minimal...

The Pennsylvania Democrat says he has an "excellent prognosis" for recovery.

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Speaker debacle puts U.S. security 'at risk,' GOP lawmakers warn

Speaker debacle puts U.S. security 'at risk,' GOP lawmakers...

"The Biden administration is going unchecked and there is no oversight," incoming...

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Stabenow to leave Senate next year, setting off battleground-state jostling

Stabenow to leave Senate next year, setting off battleground-state...

Her decision could spark hotly contested Michigan primaries on both sides of the...

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McCarthy bid sees glimmer of hope after late-night concessions

McCarthy bid sees glimmer of hope after late-night concessions

He caved to most of his opponents' demands, but McCarthy's most ardent detractors...