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On this day in history, July 7, 1930, Hoover Dam construction begins

July 7, 2024

On this day in history, July 7, 1930, Hoover Dam construction begins

Construction of the Hoover Dam, on the Nevada-Arizona border, began on this day in history, July 7, 1930. It covers over 220 acres and is a National Historic Landmark.

Capitol Police investigating after pro-Israel House Dem says DC office was vandalized

July 5, 2024

Capitol Police investigating after pro-Israel House Dem says DC office was vandalized

Rep. Brad Schneider, one of Israel's strongest allies in the House Democratic Caucus, suggested he was the victim of an antisemitic act of vandalism on the Fourth of July.

Fetterman emerges as fierce Biden defender, comparing post-stroke debate to Biden blunder

July 5, 2024

Fetterman emerges as fierce Biden defender, comparing post-stroke debate to Biden blunder

Sen. Fetterman has passionately defended Biden after a poor debate that has instilled panic among some Democrats.

At-risk Dems steer clear of Biden debate drama ahead of close Senate elections

July 5, 2024

At-risk Dems steer clear of Biden debate drama ahead of close Senate elections

Democrats fighting for re-election in competitive races are avoiding questions about Biden's debate performance and his status as Democratic nominee.

Underdog Dem using Dave Chappelle show to gain edge in pivotal swing state

July 4, 2024

Underdog Dem using Dave Chappelle show to gain edge in pivotal swing state

A Democratic Senate candidate is taking advantage of a Dave Chappelle show happening in Detroit, Michigan, using it to fundraise for his underdog primary bid.

Another Democrat says 'Biden is going to lose to Trump' in November after debate showing

July 3, 2024

Another Democrat says 'Biden is going to lose to Trump' in November after debate showing

Washington Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez said that if President Biden is the Democratic nominee, he will "lose" to former President Trump in November.

Tammy Baldwin will stick to state tour instead of joining Biden during Wisconsin visit

July 3, 2024

Tammy Baldwin will stick to state tour instead of joining Biden during Wisconsin visit

Vulnerable incumbent Sen. Tammy Baldwin will not be joining Biden for a campaign event in Wisconsin Friday. She's opting to go on a pre-planned four-day state tour for her own campaign.

Dem lawmaker declares Trump is 'going to win the election' and US democracy will survive

July 2, 2024

Dem lawmaker declares Trump is 'going to win the election' and US democracy will survive

Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, said that American democracy will survive Trump as it has previous political shakeups, arguing Congress keeps consistently presidential power in check.

Congressional Dems plot revenge for Supreme Court ruling on Trump immunity

July 2, 2024

Congressional Dems plot revenge for Supreme Court ruling on Trump immunity

Democrats are furious over the Supreme Court's decision in Trump's immunity case, but it's starkly contrasted with their more muted response to Biden's debate performance.

On this day in history, July 2, 1964, President Johnson signs 'sweeping' Civil Rights Act

July 2, 2024

On this day in history, July 2, 1964, President Johnson signs 'sweeping' Civil Rights Act

The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was signed into law on this day in history, July 2, 1964, by President Lyndon B. Johnson. It forbade discrimination in public spaces, among other steps.