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Politics

Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

The Hill

House Ethics Committee Investigates Rep. Lance Gooden

The House Ethics Committee is conducting an investigation into Texas Representative Lance Gooden. The committee received a referral from the Office of Congressional Conduct but has not disclosed the specifics of the investigation.

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Fox News — Politics

House Ethics Committee reviews allegations against Rep. Lance Gooden

The House Committee on Ethics is conducting a review of allegations against Rep. Lance Gooden, who has called the investigation 'baseless.' The review follows a report made to the Office of Congressional Conduct, with a decision on further action expected by November 9.

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The Hill

All Senators Invited to Meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky

U.S. senators are scheduled to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday evening in the Capitol. The meeting coincides with Senate discussions on a bill aimed at implementing harsher sanctions against Russia.

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cnn.com

CPSC Requests Emergency Room Records from Hospitals

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is demanding that over 100 hospitals share detailed medical records of emergency room patients by the end of the year. This request has raised privacy concerns among hospital executives and legal experts regarding the agency's authority and the protection of sensitive information.

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apnews.com

Senator Mitch McConnell Remains in Rehabilitation, Will Miss Kentucky Event

Senator Mitch McConnell is undergoing rehabilitation and will miss the Fancy Farm picnic in Kentucky due to health issues. He was hospitalized after a fall in June and is currently participating in physical therapy. McConnell expressed his regret about missing the event and looks forward to returning to his duties in the Senate.

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nbcnews.com

Senator Mitch McConnell Provides Health Update, Not Ready to Return to Work

Senator Mitch McConnell's office announced on July 27, 2026, that he is still recovering from a fall and is not ready to return to work in the Senate. He has missed 38 votes and is currently undergoing physical therapy. McConnell will retire at the end of his term and is not running for re-election.

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Fox News — Politics

Senators respond to Trump's proposal for Canada to pay for wildfire smoke damages

Senators from both parties have rejected President Trump's call for Canada to pay damages related to wildfire smoke affecting U.S. air quality. Trump suggested that Canada should be held accountable for the smoke from nearly 900 wildfires, while senators emphasized the uncontrollable nature of wildfires and called for better forest management. Senator Bernie Moreno is proposing legislation to address the issue.

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Mother Jones

Homeland Security Surveillance of ICE Protesters Documented

Recent records show that ICE agents have surveilled protesters by collecting various forms of personal data, including facial recognition and license plate information. The Department of Homeland Security has denied maintaining a domestic terrorist database, but the surveillance practices raise concerns about First Amendment rights and the implications of such data collection.

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Fox News — Politics

DOJ Official Criticizes New Jersey Governor Over Voter Registration Issue

Harmeet Dhillon, a top official at the Justice Department, criticized New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill for her comments on President Trump's election integrity claims, asserting she was aware of a significant voter registration issue. Trump had alleged that many noncitizens were registered to vote in New Jersey, a claim supported by DHS data. Sherrill has stated she will not comply with the DOJ's request for voter data.

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Washington Examiner

Trump states he has not considered replacing Thune as Senate Majority Leader

President Donald Trump affirmed that he has not thought about replacing Senate Majority Leader John Thune during a press conference. He urged the Senate to pass the SAVE America Act, which includes voter registration requirements, and called for the termination of the filibuster to expedite legislative processes.

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Washington Examiner

James Comey Requests Dismissal of Indictment Related to Social Media Post

James Comey has requested a federal court to dismiss an indictment related to a social media post featuring seashells arranged as '86 47,' which the Trump administration claims is a threat against President Trump. Comey's lawyers argue that the post does not constitute a true threat and that prosecuting him would violate his free speech rights.

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Axios

Trump's Economic Approval Ratings Decline Ahead of Midterms

President Trump's economic approval ratings have declined significantly, with only 35% of Americans approving of his handling of the economy, according to a recent CBS News/YouGov poll. As the 2026 midterm elections approach, economic issues are a top priority for voters, and neither party has a distinct advantage on economic matters, although polls suggest that more voters trust Democrats to manage the economy.

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Guardian — US

Trump Discusses Iran and Military Action Amid Diplomatic Efforts

On July 27, 2026, Donald Trump announced a pause in U.S. military strikes on Iran to pursue diplomatic talks. He expressed readiness for military action if diplomacy fails and emphasized the importance of his leadership in preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

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