Feinstein’s condition sparks concern she won’t return to the Senate
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Feinstein’s condition sparks concern she won’t return to the Senate

Three people who have visited with the senator in recent weeks or been briefed on her status say her diagnosis appears to have taken a heavy toll on her. Other confidants, including two who have seen or spoken with the senator, underscored that they are still hopeful she could serve out the nearly two years… […]

House Freedom Caucus rolls out demands to avoid shutdown
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House Freedom Caucus rolls out demands to avoid shutdown

The demands, while not unexpected, underscore the headache awaiting Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who told GOP members during a recent call that they would need a short-term spending fix before October. In addition to vowing to oppose a so-called clean short-term funding bill, the Freedom Caucus is also planning to vote against any spending legislation that… […]

Trump should exit race, Louisiana senator says
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Trump should exit race, Louisiana senator says

Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) said that the most important thing for Republicans is that they defeat President Joe Biden in 2024. | Francis Chung/POLITICO Sen. Bill Cassidy said Sunday he thinks that former President Donald Trump should exit the 2024 GOP presidential race. “I think so,” Cassidy (R-La.) told host Kasie Hunt when asked on… […]

House Republicans are standing between Biden and his war to save Ukraine
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House Republicans are standing between Biden and his war to save Ukraine

West Wing aides have noted that public support goes up for Ukraine funding any time there is a major moment in the conflict. They plan to take advantage of a pair of upcoming international appearances by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to keep the pressure on Republicans. Zelenskyy is expected to attend next month’s G-20 summit… […]

Virginia Rep. Wexton announces Parkinson’s diagnosis
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Virginia Rep. Wexton announces Parkinson’s diagnosis

While the disease has caused impairments, the Virginia Democrat emphasized that Parkinson’s isn’t a “death sentence” and that she’s working with a doctor to address the symptoms. “I want to use that platform to be a voice for those struggling with Parkinson’s to help bring better resources to the search for a cure,” she said… […]