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Trump ally Randy Fine wins GOP special primary for Waltz's Florida House seat

Florida state Sen. Randy Fine (R) won the Republican primary in the state’s 6th Congressional District on Tuesday, making him a favorite to win the...

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Patronis wins special primary in bid for Gaetz's seat

Jimmy Patronis, Florida’s chief financial officer, won the Republican primary in the state’s 1st Congressional District, making him a favorite to...

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What to know about the Florida special primary elections on Tuesday

Florida will hold two special election primaries on Tuesday to replace President Trump’s national security adviser Mike Walz in the sixth...

28.01.2025 9

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Pro-Trump firebrands eye governor's mansions

A number of President Trump’s most vocal and controversial allies are considering runs for governor in 2026, opening the door to the president...

26.01.2025 2

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Trump faces pivotal moment with California trip

President Trump will venture into deep-blue California on Friday for a closely-watched visit that could determine disaster aid for the state and how...

24.01.2025 1

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Ken Martin says he has 200 endorsements from DNC members

Minnesota Democratic Party Chair Ken Martin said on Tuesday his bid for Democratic National Committee Chair has received 200 endorsements from DNC...

21.01.2025 10

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Rick Caruso attracts political spotlight amid Los Angeles fires

Former Los Angeles mayoral candidate Rick Caruso is stoking speculation about his political future as he becomes one of the most vocal Democratic...

21.01.2025 7

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Rep. Byron Donalds eyes Florida governor bid

Rep. Byron Donalds (R-Fla.), a close ally of President-elect Trump and a rising GOP star in the House, is taking steps toward announcing a...

19.01.2025 8

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Who is Ashley Moody, Rubio's replacement in the Senate?

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R ) appointed the state’s Attorney General Ashley Moody (R) to the Senate on Thursday, catapulting a rising star in...

16.01.2025 6

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DeSantis picks Florida AG Ashley Moody to replace Rubio in Senate

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) has tapped the state’s Republican attorney general, Ashley Moody, to replace Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) in the Senate...

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Trump, DeSantis mend fences

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) is taking steps to rebuild his ties with President-elect Trump after a bitter primary rivalry drew a wedge between the...

16.01.2025 9

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DeSantis calls for state-level immigration officer to help implement Trump agenda

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) called for a state-level liaison to work with the federal government to implement President-elect Trump’s...

15.01.2025 7

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Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass faces mounting backlash over wildfire response

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass (D) is facing mounting backlash over her response to the wildfires that have torn through her city, raising questions...

15.01.2025 10

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Trump, DeSantis golf ahead of Rubio replacement decision

President-elect Trump and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) met for a round of golf on Tuesday, according to a source familiar with the matter, as the...

15.01.2025 4

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Trump praises DeSantis over calls for special session on immigration

Donald Trump praised Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) for calling for a special state legislative session to implement the president-elect's immigration...

14.01.2025 5

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Michigan Senate GOP leader launches bid for governor

Michigan Senate Minority Leader Aric Nesbitt (R) launched his gubernatorial bid on Tuesday, becoming the first Republican to jump into the race ahead...

14.01.2025 20

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Florida GOP leaders: DeSantis's special session 'premature'

Florida Republican state legislature leaders pushed back on Gov. Ron DeSantis’ (R) call for a special session to implement President-elect Trump’s...

14.01.2025 7

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DeSantis calls special session to implement Trump immigration crackdown

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) called for a special legislative session to implement President-elect Trump’s immigration agenda during his first 100...

13.01.2025 2

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Newsom concerned Trump will try to withhold California aid

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) raised concerns about the possibility of President-elect Trump withholding federal disaster aid to the state amid the...

13.01.2025 2

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Newsom invites Trump to California amid wildfires response feud

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) invited President-elect Trump to California on Friday amid a war of words between the two leaders over the Los...

11.01.2025 20

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Newsom calls for independent investigation of LA Department of Water and Power

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) called for an independent investigation of the Los Angeles Department Water and Power on Friday amid reported water...

11.01.2025 30

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DeSantis rebuffs idea he could take Rubio's Senate spot: 'Absolutely not'

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) threw cold water on the idea that he could appoint himself to fill Sen. Marco Rubio’s (R-Fla.) seat, which he is...

10.01.2025 10

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Tim Walz backs David Hogg for DNC vice chair

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) endorsed Democratic National Committee vice chair candidate David Hogg on Friday, marking the latest big name endorsement...

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DNC to hold first in-person candidate forum in Detroit

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) will host its in-person forum for its officer elections in Detroit next week. The Jan. 16 forum, which is...

10.01.2025 6

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Earle-Sears locked in tight race with Democratic rivals in Virginia governor's race

Virginia Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears (R ) is locked in a tight race with her potential Democratic rivals in the state’s upcoming governor’s race,...

10.01.2025 10

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Prince Edward represents House of Windsor at Jimmy Carter funeral

Prince Edward represented his brother King Charles III at former President Carter’s funeral on Thursday.  The third in line to the British throne...

09.01.2025 40

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DeSantis, longtime Newsom rival, offers help to California amid wildfires

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) offered assistance to California on Wednesday as the state grapples with severe wildfires in the greater Los Angeles...

08.01.2025 3

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Frost backs Hogg in DNC vice chair race

Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) endorsed Democratic National Committee vice chair candidate David Hogg on Wednesday, referring to the candidate as a...

08.01.2025 2

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Republicans hold onto Virginia state Senate seat

Republican Luther Cifers defeated Democrat Jack Trammell in the special election race for the state’s 10th Senate district on Tuesday, according to...

08.01.2025 9

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Virginia Democrats hold state Senate seat in Loudon County

Virginia Del. Kannan Srinivasan (D) is projected to defeat Republican Tumay Harding in the special election to fill the seat representing the...

08.01.2025 9

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Democrats hold Virginia state House seat in closely watched special election

Democrat JJ Singh is projected to defeat Republican Ram Venkatachalam in the special election for Virginia’s 26th state House district, according...

08.01.2025 3

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Virginia special elections test Democratic enthusiasm as Trump takes office

Virginia is holding the first special election of the year in what is being billed as a test for Democratic enthusiasm ahead of the state’s...

07.01.2025 10

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New Year's attacks stoke fears of political violence

A pair of fatal attacks on New Year's Day have reignited concerns over political violence in the U.S. after an election already marked by multiple...

03.01.2025 30

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Former Virginia GOP congressman forms exploratory committee for possible statewide run

Former Virginia Republican Rep. Denver Riggleman said he has formed an exploratory committee to run for statewide office as an Independent. ...

01.01.2025 1

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DNC chair candidate calls for greater investment in GOP states in platform

Democratic National Committee chair candidate James Skoufis released his proposed platform for the party on Monday, calling for greater investments...

30.12.2024 20

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How Jimmy Carter's marriage to Rosalynn Carter helped shape his legacy

Former President Jimmy Carter’s marriage to first lady Rosalynn Carter played a defining role in his life, spanning 77 years and making it the...

30.12.2024 30

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Democrats grapple with 'jarring' lack of diversity in DNC race

The race for Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair is shaping up to be a field of largely white men — a notable development for a party that...

28.12.2024 4

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Virginia Democrats see next month's special elections as first major test of 2025

Democrats are gearing up for two northern Virginia-area special elections in the state Senate and House of Delegates next month that could set the...

25.12.2024 20

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Florida Democrat shuts down speculation he will serve as Trump FEMA chief

Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.) threw cold water on speculation that he would serve in President-elect Trump’s administration as the head of the...

17.12.2024 2

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Democrats investing $100K into Virginia special legislative elections

The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC) announced on Tuesday it is investing $100,000 in two Northern Virginia state legislature...

17.12.2024 3

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4 factors influence the race to pick a new Democratic leader

The field of candidates running for Democratic National Committee (DNC) chair is solidifying, bringing the party a step closer toward recalibrating...

17.12.2024 8

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March for Our Lives co-founder David Hogg launches DNC vice chair bid

March for Our Lives co-founder David Hogg announced he is running for Democratic National Committee vice chair on Monday in a bid to change the...

16.12.2024 6

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5 Senate Republicans who could face primaries in 2026

Republican senators are gearing up for the possibility of primary challenges ahead of the 2026 midterms as they seek to navigate the new political...

15.12.2024 4

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Former DHS official launches DNC chair bid

Former Department of Homeland Security (DHS) official Nate Snyder has launched a bid to chair the Democratic National Committee (DNC), becoming the...

11.12.2024 2

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6 Florida leaders who could shake up the state's politics

President-elect Trump’s poaching of a number of high-profile Florida officials to serve in his second administration is creating openings for a new...

11.12.2024 30

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DNC chair candidate calls on committee to maintain nominating calendar

Democratic National Committee chair candidate James Skoufis called on the committee to maintain its current presidential nominating calendar that...

10.12.2024 4

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Trump's new coalition puts female nominees at forefront

Women are set to play a key role in President-elect Trump’s administration, as he nominates and appoints a number of them to high-level posts. ...

08.12.2024 4

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Nevada Dems: Party officials, DNC chair hopefuls must emphasize 'diverse, working-class states'

The Nevada Democratic Party called on the candidates for Democratic National Committee chair and other party officials to elevate diverse and...

05.12.2024 20

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Democratic candidates line up to become next DNC chair

Democrats vying to be their party’s next national chair are laying out their visions and touting their track records as they look to rebound from...

05.12.2024 9

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Wikler wins endorsements for DNC from MoveOn.org, PCCC

The Progressive Change Campaign Committee (PCCC) and MoveOn.org endorsed Wisconsin Democratic Party chair Ben Wikler for Democratic National...

05.12.2024 10

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