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Democratic Jewish groups coalesce around ‘Squad’ member challengers

A pair of progressive Democrats in the House are facing opposition from a growing number of Jewish organizations backing candidates hoping to oust prominent members of “the Squad.” The Democratic Majority for Israel, a Democratic advocacy group that supports pro-Israel policies, endorsed primary challengers to two of the most high-profile Democrats calling for a ceasefire […]

Freedom Caucus chairman endorses Republican in crowded primary for Rosendale House seat

EXCLUSIVE — House Freedom Caucus Chairman Bob Good (R-VA) endorsed Montana‘s Republican superintendent of public instruction, Elsie Arntzen, in a crowded GOP primary for outgoing Rep. Matt Rosendale’s (R-MT) seat on Wednesday. “It is my privilege to endorse Elsie Arntzen for Congress in Montana’s 2nd District,” Good said in a statement provided to the Washington […]

Louisiana governor calls for mandatory attendance during national anthem after LSU’s absence

Gov. Jeff Landry (R-LA) has called on college boards across the United States to mandate attendance during the national anthem ahead of sporting events, suggesting athletes who do not participate have their scholarships removed. His suggestion comes after the Louisiana State University’s women’s basketball team was noticeably absent from the playing of “The Star-Spangled Banner” […]

Stimulus update: Direct payment of $1,312 to be sent to some Alaskans in 15 days

In 15 days, eligible Alaska residents who have yet to get their checks from the state as part of the state’s Permanent Fund Dividend will receive their payments. On April 18, residents with the “Eligible-Not Paid” status as of April 10 who have not gotten their checks from the Permanent Fund Dividend program from 2023 or earlier will receive their payments from […]

FCC to vote on reinstating Obama-era net neutrality rules

The Federal Communications Commission will vote to restore net neutrality rules, a move that would reverse a controversial FCC ruling from 2017. Commission Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel announced the vote on Wednesday. It has a very good chance of passing, given that of the five commissioners of the FCC board, three are Democrats. The initial move […]

WATCH LIVE: President Biden delivers speech on lowering the cost of healthcare

President Joe Biden will speak about lowering healthcare costs at 11 a.m. EST Wednesday at the White House. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE FROM THE WASHINGTON EXAMINER Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-NY) is expected to join Biden at the White House to promote lowering the cost of prescription drugs. The event is part of the Biden […]

UT Austin announces first round of DEI layoffs in compliance with Texas’s statewide ban

The University of Texas at Austin announced it will lay off around 60 employees related to diversity, equity, and inclusion measures after Texas banned DEI positions at public universities. UT Austin is ensuring its compliance with the January legislation, sending a message announcing the “organizational changes.” Texas public institutions will need to comply with five […]

Survivalists warn about H5N1 ‘bird flu’ spread: ‘Threat is real’

Countering a toned-down alert from the Centers for Disease Control over a new “bird flu” case, survivalists who have long seen the H5N1 virus as more threatening than COVID-19 this week stepped up their warnings about it. “This is a real threat,” a national prepper and survivalist organization warned on its app. “This is a […]

Democrats emerge as top two spenders in House races

In the early months of a fierce election year, two House Democrats lead the way as top spenders on campaign advertisements over the airwaves. Reps. Tom Suozzi (D-NY) and Angie Craig (D-MN) emerged as the top House spenders on campaign television advertisements early in the year, according to a report from Punchbowl News citing data […]

Florida Democrats want Biden to stay away from abortion ballot measure

National Democrats are capitalizing on a Florida Supreme Court decision that puts abortion on the ballot, and the Biden campaign has recently declared Florida “winnable.” Florida Democrats, however, aren’t looking to politicize the measure.  Florida Democrats worry that politicizing abortion will alienate state Republicans who may be in favor of more lenient abortion legislation. Meanwhile, […]
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