New candidate emerges in crowded field as possible replacement for Vance’s Ohio Senate seat
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine is considering attorney Mehek Cooke to fill the seat being left by Sen. JD Vance once he moves on to the White House in January.
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Pennsylvania Democrats openly admit to counting illegal ballots in McCormick-Casey race
Republicans have accused Pennsylvania Democrats of attempting to "steal" the Senate election after officials in blue counties admitted to defying court precedent and election law.
What Happens to Jan. 6 Defendants After Trump’s Election Win?
After President-elect Donald Trump won a second term, multiple defendants charged for their roles in the events of Jan. 6, 2021, asked to delay their cases because they anticipate pardons from Trump. Many were denied, but each nonetheless raised questions about how Trump will handle the cases. According to data collected by NPR, more than
Art of Truth, Compassion, and Tolerance Exhibition Graces Congressional Building in Washington
Visitors say they see pain, faith, bravery, beauty, and hope in the paintings. WASHINGTON—A specially curated version of the Art of Zhen, Shan, Ren (Truth, Compassion, Tolerance) International Exhibition was held at the foyer of the Rayburn House Building in Congress from Nov. 12 to Nov. 15. The 17 paintings depict Chinese people’s unwavering belief
The 6 Republican senators who could sink a Trump nomination
President-elect Trump is rounding out his administration with Cabinet picks, but there are several GOP senators whose votes could prove decisive in rejecting some nominations.
Members of Congress React to Gabbard and Hegseth Being Picked for Cabinet Roles
WASHINGTON—The recent announcements by President-elect Donald Trump that he would nominate former Reps. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and Tulsi Gabbard (R-Hawaii), as well as Fox News host Pete Hegseth, to key national security positions in his Cabinet have elicited mixed reactions from House lawmakers. Trump announced on Nov. 13 that he would nominate Gaetz to be
Bernie Sanders Open to Working with Trump on Capping Credit Card Interest Rates
The president-elect recently proposed imposing a 10 percent temporary cap on credit card rates. Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is open to working with President-elect Donald Trump and the incoming administration on capping credit card interest rates. Trump recently proposed implementing a 10 percent temporary cap on credit card rates. “While working Americans catch up, we’re