House Democrat: Platner ‘took responsibility’ for tattoo, ‘owned that mistake’

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Rep. Seth Moulton (D-Mass.) defended Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner (D) amid backlash over his controversial tattoo resembling a Nazi symbol, saying Platner took responsibility for it and that it should not disqualify him from the race. “Graham clearly made a mistake,” Moulton told CNN on Wednesday. “What I appreciated about him is he owned…

House Dems launch ‘End Corruption Caucus’ with eyes on Trump

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A small band of House Democrats has formed a new group designed to combat corruption in Washington — a move that comes amid growing criticism that President Trump is abusing his powers for personal gain.  Launched by Reps. Jason Crow (D-Colo.), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) and Mike Levin (D-Calif.), the End Corruption Caucus is being billed…

Spanberger’s Statement on New Virginia Assault Weapons Ban Could Fuel Lawsuits Challenging Its Legality, Experts Say

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Several prosecutors say they will not enforce the ‘unconstitutional’ ban, which Spanberger acknowledged affects ‘frequently used’ firearms Abigail Spanberger (Win McNamee/Getty Images) Virginia governor Abigail Spanberger (D.) may have shot herself in the foot: Her comment that the state’s new “assault weapons” ban affects “frequently used” firearms could undercut the state’s defense in lawsuits challenging