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Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

Washington Post — Politics

Supreme Court asked to resolve Missouri dispute over congressional map

The Supreme Court has been asked to intervene in a dispute in Missouri concerning a new congressional map. This map, which has been the subject of conflicting rulings, is said to favor Republican candidates for the November midterm elections.

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The Hill

Missouri's Redistricting Case Returns to Supreme Court

The Supreme Court is revisiting Missouri's redistricting case after an appeals panel upheld an order for Republicans to implement their congressional map. A Democratic organizer is working to challenge this map through a voter referendum.

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Fox News — Politics

Virginia GOP Leader Criticizes County Program for Families of Deported Immigrants

Matthew Hurtt, chairman of the Arlington County GOP, has criticized a new program in Arlington County that allocates $50,000 in taxpayer funds to support families of undocumented immigrants whose primary wage earners have been detained or deported. The program, which provides grants through the nonprofit Arlington Thrive, has been described by Hurtt as a 'slush fund' that contradicts the Trump administration's immigration policies.

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Fox News — Latest

Virginia County Approves $50,000 Program for Families of Detained Immigrants

Arlington County in Virginia has approved a $50,000 program to provide grants to families of undocumented immigrants who have been detained or deported. The program, supported by the County Board, has faced opposition from local GOP leaders who criticize it as a misuse of taxpayer funds.

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New York Times — US

James Talarico Hosts Food Drive in Dallas Amid Trump’s Midterm Convention

James Talarico, a Democratic Senate candidate in Texas, held a food drive at the Frederick Douglass Human Services and Justice Center in Dallas on September 9, 2026. This event took place concurrently with a midterm convention featuring former President Donald Trump.

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New York Times — Politics

James Talarico Hosts Food Drive in Dallas Amid Trump’s Midterm Convention

James Talarico, a Democratic Senate candidate in Texas, held a food drive at the Frederick Douglass Human Services and Justice Center in Dallas on September 9, 2026. The event took place during a midterm convention featuring former President Donald Trump.

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The Hill

Pritzker criticizes Vance as Trump's supporter

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker criticized Vice President JD Vance, labeling him as President Trump's "chief bootlicker." Pritzker emphasized the importance of informing the public about Vance's alignment with Trump's policies during an interview.

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PBS NewsHour

Cyclospora Outbreak Highlights Decline in FDA Foreign Inspections

A cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce has raised concerns about the decline in FDA inspections of foreign food sources, which have decreased by nearly 35% since 2019. The FDA's ability to conduct inspections has been impacted by staffing shortages and reorganizations, leading to questions about food safety oversight. The agency is currently evaluating its inspection processes and the effectiveness of its methods in ensuring food safety.

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BBC — World

Spanish Intelligence Warned of Potential Migrant Crossing into Ceuta Prior to Influx

Spanish intelligence warned of social media activity promoting a mass migrant crossing into Ceuta on 29 July, one day before a significant influx of migrants occurred. Despite this warning, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez claimed the events were unpredictable, leading to political controversy and accusations of government mismanagement. The crossing resulted in at least 72,000 migrants entering Ceuta, with reports of fatalities and ongoing unrest in the area.

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Washington Examiner

Republican Party Honors Charlie Kirk at Convention One Year After His Death

The Republican Party honored Charlie Kirk at its convention in Dallas, nearly one year after his assassination. A reserved seat on stage featured a tribute to Kirk, who was influential in the GOP and known for his outreach to young people. The RNC plans to pay further tribute to him during the second night of the convention.

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The Hill

Jeanine Pirro declines to comment on Reflecting Pool vandalism case

Jeanine Pirro, U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, did not address questions about the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool vandalism during a press conference on September 9, 2026. She responded to a reporter's inquiry about President Trump's involvement by stating, 'I’m not going there.'

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New York Times — Politics

Newsmax to Air Proceedings from Republican Midterm Convention

Newsmax will air portions of the Republican midterm convention, as confirmed by a spokesman for the channel. The convention is set to take place during the NFL kickoff, which could affect its ratings.

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Washington Examiner

Mike Johnson Discusses Hakeem Jeffries' Challenges with Progressives

House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed his views on the challenges facing Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries from progressives and the Democratic Socialists of America. During an interview, Johnson indicated that these challenges would differ from those he has faced within the Republican conference, highlighting the ideological divide between the parties.

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Wired

San Francisco City Attorney Issues Cease-and-Desist to Meta Over AI-Generated Child Abuse Ads

San Francisco's city attorney has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Meta, demanding the company stop allowing AI-generated child sexual abuse ads on its platforms. The letter raises concerns about Meta's ad moderation practices and requests an explanation for how such ads were able to run. Meta claims the ads were not displayed in San Francisco, while the city attorney's office argues that local consumers can access them online.

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Washington Examiner

James Talarico Advocates for Pathway to Citizenship for Undocumented Immigrants

James Talarico, the Texas Democratic Senate nominee, has proposed a pathway to citizenship for undocumented immigrants during an interview with Fox News. He emphasized the need for measures such as paying back taxes and passing background checks, while also identifying himself as a 'border security Democrat' who supports vetting processes.

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Al Jazeera English

Trump Predicts End of Iran War After US Midterm Elections

President Donald Trump stated that the war in Iran could end after the US midterm elections, claiming that Iran is stalling to influence the elections. He expressed concerns about Iran's nuclear ambitions and indicated that negotiations with Iran are not a priority for the US government. Public support for the war has declined, and tensions have escalated, leading to increased oil prices and military actions.

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