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Trump declares ‘national emergency,’ demands housing overhaul bill be scrapped in SAVE Act push

June 24, 2026

Trump declares ‘national emergency,’ demands housing overhaul bill be scrapped in SAVE Act push

President Donald Trump canceled a housing bill signing and declared a "national emergency" as he ramps up pressure on Congress to pass election legislation.

Biden appointee crushes comeback bid by billionaire wine mogul David Trone

June 23, 2026

Biden appointee crushes comeback bid by billionaire wine mogul David Trone

Rep. April McClain Delaney defeated former Rep. David Trone in one of the costliest House primaries of 2026, with over $32 million spent on the race.

Ex-Dem lawmaker beats Bernie-backed rival for shot at Utah's most competitive House seat

June 23, 2026

Ex-Dem lawmaker beats Bernie-backed rival for shot at Utah's most competitive House seat

Former Rep. Ben McAdams wins Utah's new 1st Congressional District Democratic primary, defeating three rivals in a race that drew $4.6 million.

Dem candidate clears crowded field to face Trump-backed incumbent in NY

June 23, 2026

Dem candidate clears crowded field to face Trump-backed incumbent in NY

New York's 17th Congressional District Democratic primary sets up a high-stakes general election against GOP Rep. Mike Lawler in a key House race.

Pelosi-backed Democrat loses after $10M flood of crypto, pro-Israel money

June 23, 2026

Pelosi-backed Democrat loses after $10M flood of crypto, pro-Israel money

Del. Adrian Boafo won the Maryland Democratic primary for Steny Hoyer's seat, defeating Harry Dunn with help from crypto and pro-Israel spending.

Mamdani-backed socialist prevails in crowded primary to replace retiring rep

June 23, 2026

Mamdani-backed socialist prevails in crowded primary to replace retiring rep

Claire Valdez won the Democratic nomination in New York's 7th Congressional District, defeating a crowded primary field for the seat Velázquez vacated.

Trump fuels hopes for nationwide right-to-carry legislation with surprise declaration at Pennsylvania event

June 23, 2026

Trump fuels hopes for nationwide right-to-carry legislation with surprise declaration at Pennsylvania event

President Donald Trump says his administration is working on national right-to-carry legislation, signaling White House support for firearm carry rights.

Trump scores major win as Congress passes housing crackdown on Wall Street investors

June 23, 2026

Trump scores major win as Congress passes housing crackdown on Wall Street investors

Congress passed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act in a bipartisan vote, targeting institutional investors and housing costs for Trump to sign.

Republicans break with Trump to rebuke Iran war — but it won't change policy

June 23, 2026

Republicans break with Trump to rebuke Iran war — but it won't change policy

Senate Democrats pass a war powers resolution rebuking Trump's Iran conflict, but the symbolic measure carries no legal binding.

Reporter's Notebook: Senate Republicans brace for tough lunch with Trump amid legislative clashes

June 23, 2026

Reporter's Notebook: Senate Republicans brace for tough lunch with Trump amid legislative clashes

President Trump visits Capitol Hill on Wednesday to meet Senate Republicans amid growing tensions over the SAVE America Act and filibuster demands.