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Trump says Senate race as tough as House race
Donald Trump stated that Republicans face an equally difficult challenge in retaining control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate in the upcoming midterm elections. He acknowledged the historical trend of the party holding the White House losing seats.
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Politics · United StatesRepublicans Seek Distance from Trump Ahead of Midterms
Republican candidates are distancing themselves from Donald Trump in competitive races ahead of the US midterm elections. The party faces internal divisions and concerns about losing control of Congress due to economic issues and fallout from the Iran conflict.
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Business & Economy · United StatesCongress votes to close hemp THC loophole, impacting $28B market
Congress has voted to close a federal loophole that allowed a multibillion-dollar market for intoxicating hemp products to flourish. The ban, delayed to December 11, threatens billions in revenue and thousands of jobs, with the industry seeking to mitigate the impact.
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Politics · United StatesRep. LaMonica McIver Gives Birth Amid Federal Assault Charges
U.S. Representative LaMonica McIver gave birth to her second child, a baby girl, on Thursday. The announcement comes as she faces federal assault charges stemming from an incident outside a New Jersey prison.
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Politics · Latin AmericaTrump administration redirects $52 million in military aid to Latin America
The Trump administration is redirecting $52 million in military aid from Europe and the Middle East to Latin American countries. This move defies congressional Democrats, some of whom had earmarked portions of the funding for Ukraine.
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Politics · United StatesCongress recesses without AI or data center action
Congress is set to recess for the midterm elections without passing legislation on artificial intelligence or data center construction. Republicans attempted to bring a bill addressing electricity costs tied to data centers, but Democrats blocked it.
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Politics · United StatesMike Johnson Aide Cancels Luxury Europe Trip for Staffers
A planned luxury trip to Europe for congressional staffers, organized by a top aide to House Speaker Mike Johnson, was canceled after NBC News inquired about its itinerary. The trip featured stops in Italy and France.
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Politics · United StatesTrump administration cancels nearly $1 billion in federal spending
The Trump administration is cancelling nearly $1 billion in federal spending approved by Congress. The White House announced the move on Friday, citing a rare and contested authority to cut funding for immigrant services and diversity-focused initiatives.
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Politics · United StatesUS Midterm Early Voting Begins Amid Election Integrity Concerns
Early in-person voting for the U.S. midterm elections began on September 18, 2026, in Virginia and other states. The elections will determine control of the House and Senate, with key issues including the cost of living and the war in Iran.
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Politics · United StatesMcConnell votes on farm bill after receiving voting instruction
Senator Mitch McConnell cast a vote to advance the farm bill in committee on September 16, after receiving voting instructions from Senator John Hoeven. The bill passed the committee 12-11 along party lines.
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Politics · United StatesTwo Iowa Republicans Back Iran War Powers Resolution
Two Republican members of the House of Representatives from Iowa voted in favour of a war powers resolution aimed at halting military action in Iran. This vote was the first of its kind for these two representatives.
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Politics · United StatesHouse Adjourns Early, Staving Off Hegseth Impeachment Vote
House Speaker Mike Johnson has sent representatives home early for their pre-election recess. This move postpones a vote on impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, which had been initiated by Rep. Thomas Massie over Hegseth's actions in Iran and Venezuela.
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Politics · United StatesHouse committee holds hearing on sanctuary jurisdictions
The House Judiciary immigration subcommittee convened a hearing on sanctuary jurisdictions. Subcommittee Chairman Tom McClintock stated that lawmakers will have an opportunity to vote on his related bill before the end of the current session.
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Politics · United StatesHouse Votes to End Penny Production
The U.S. House of Representatives has unanimously passed the Common Cents Act, a bill that would end the minting of new pennies. The Treasury estimates this change could save $56 million annually. The U.S. Mint stopped producing pennies in November 2025.
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Politics · United StatesCongress returns for pre-midterm session
Both chambers of Congress are returning to Capitol Hill for a brief session before the midterm elections. The House will meet for one week, while the Senate will be in session for three weeks, leaving limited time for legislative action.
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Politics · IndiaCongress Questions Modi on China Policy After Xi Meeting
The Congress party has posed four questions to Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The party accused the government of "calibrated capitulation" and raised concerns over border transgressions, China's support for Pakistan, and the trade deficit.
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Politics · United StatesIlhan Omar cleared of wrongdoing in financial filing probe
A congressional ethics watchdog has cleared Representative Ilhan Omar of wrongdoing regarding her financial filings. The Office of Congressional Conduct voted to recommend the House Ethics Committee dismiss the allegation after an investigation into errors that overstated assets tied to her husband's businesses.
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Politics · United StatesLawmakers urge Supreme Court to block USPS mail-in voting rule
Over 250 current and former members of Congress have urged the US Supreme Court to deny a request to pause a ruling blocking parts of a USPS mail-in voting rule. They argue the rule and a related executive order unconstitutionally infringe on Congress's authority over federal elections.
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Politics · United StatesMcConnell's absence from Senate prompts calls for return or resignation
Senator Mitch McConnell has been absent from public view for over 80 days since his June hospitalization. Fox News commentator Joe Concha has publicly demanded that McConnell return to Senate duties by September or resign, stating "Enough of this already."
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Politics · United StatesHouse votes to condemn socialism with bipartisan support
The House of Representatives voted to adopt a resolution condemning socialism and the Democratic Socialists of America. The measure passed largely along party lines, though eight Democrats joined Republicans in support. The resolution also included language backing President Trump’s priority voting rights legislation.
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