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August 5

Illegal immigrants potentially counted in US census take center stage in redistricting battle

Congressional redistricting debate intensifies as Republicans push to change how census data counts unauthorized immigrants for determining political representation.

August 5

Sen. Tim Scott asked how he can support Trump as a Christian

Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) was asked about supporting President Donald Trump as a Christian during a CBS News interview on Tuesday.

August 5

Senate GOP ready to go nuclear after Schumer's 'political extortion' of nominees

Over 140 of President Donald Trump's nominees remained pending as negotiations with Democrats fell apart, and Senate Republicans mull nuclear options after Democrats filibustered nearly all his picks.

August 5

Cotton calls on IRS to pull Muslim advocacy group's nonprofit status

Sen. Tom Cotton is calling on the IRS to investigate the Council on American-Islamic Relations and possibly strip the organization of its nonprofit status over alleged terror ties.

August 5

FBI urged to locate or arrest Texas Democrats who fled state to stall redistricting vote

Sen. Cornyn requests federal investigation into Texas House members who left state to avoid legislative duties, citing potential bribery and criminal acts.

August 5

Key aide in IRS' Tea Party targeting controversy put on leave after allegations of new anti-GOP effort

Former Lois Lerner deputy Holly Paz put on administrative leave as Republicans raise concerns about IRS targeting of pass-through entities and Main Street businesses.

August 5

Iowa Republican targets GOP Sen Joni Ernst for ouster, saying 'she doesn't vote like' Republicans

Former Iowa state Sen. Jim Carlin is targeting U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst for ouster, claiming that she "may be a Republican, but she doesn't vote like one."

August 5

Iowa Republican criticizes Sen. Joni Ernst's record while seeking to snag her Senate seat

Former Iowa State Sen. Jim Carlin, who has mounted another U.S. Senate bid, spoke to Fox News Digital about his policy views

August 4

'All-out war': Fleeing Texas Dems side with Newsom as redistricting standoff continues: 'fire with fire'

Texas Democrats flee to Illinois to block redistricting vote while California's Newsom vows to counter Republican gerrymandering efforts with similar measures.

August 4

Cornyn takes swing at James, Schiff with new LETITIA Act targeting 'crooked politicians'

Sen. John Cornyn's LETITIA Act targeted public officials who have committed fraud, following allegations against New York Attorney General Letitia James and Democrat Sen. Adam Schiff.