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Singham-linked nonprofits fight House subpoenas, accuse lawmakers of McCarthy-era ‘witch hunt’

August 21, 2026

Singham-linked nonprofits fight House subpoenas, accuse lawmakers of McCarthy-era ‘witch hunt’

Breakthrough News and People's Forum accuse the House Ways and Means Committee of McCarthyism over subpoenas tied to Neville Roy Singham's network.

ActBlue co-founder pleads Fifth Amendment in closed-door House GOP grilling

August 20, 2026

ActBlue co-founder pleads Fifth Amendment in closed-door House GOP grilling

Matt DeBergalis pleaded the Fifth Amendment during his deposition before three House committees investigating ActBlue's fraud prevention standards.

Top Dem group reveals new congressional targets in bid to flip House: 'Proven fighters'

August 20, 2026

Top Dem group reveals new congressional targets in bid to flip House: 'Proven fighters'

The DCCC adds five new races to its Red to Blue list, bringing the program total to 37 as Democrats try to retake the House of Representatives.

When AI tests cause damage, we need stronger safeguards and real accountability

August 20, 2026

When AI tests cause damage, we need stronger safeguards and real accountability

When AI models breach outside systems during cybersecurity evaluations, punishing labs too harshly could deter critical safety research America needs.

Missouri judge hands Trump, GOP major redistricting win ahead of midterm elections

August 19, 2026

Missouri judge hands Trump, GOP major redistricting win ahead of midterm elections

President Donald Trump scored a major redistricting win as a Missouri judge ruled the GOP-backed map splitting Kansas City cannot face a referendum.

Alaskan political scion hopes to hold onto state's single House seat

August 19, 2026

Alaskan political scion hopes to hold onto state's single House seat

Nicholas Begich III faces a major insurgency from independent candidate Bill Hill in Alaska's ranked choice voting congressional primary race.

Media executive overcomes Trump endorsement in race to succeed Byron Donalds in ‘circus-like primary’

August 18, 2026

Media executive overcomes Trump endorsement in race to succeed Byron Donalds in ‘circus-like primary’

Catalina Lauf, an appointee from the first Trump administration, lost to businessman Jim Schwartzel in a heated primary to succeed Rep. Byron Donalds.

Rep Ralph Norman calls Senate hiatus 'a slap in the face' while SAVE Act remains stalled

August 18, 2026

Rep Ralph Norman calls Senate hiatus 'a slap in the face' while SAVE Act remains stalled

Rep. Ralph Norman, R-S.C., criticized Senate Republican leaders for going on a five-week recess, demanding action on the stalled SAVE America Act and other conservative priorities.

House Democrat investigated over alleged 'inappropriate sexual contact' with staffer

August 17, 2026

House Democrat investigated over alleged 'inappropriate sexual contact' with staffer

The House Ethics Committee announced an investigation into Rep. Jimmy Gomez over allegations of inappropriate sexual contact with a House staffer.

Reporter's Notebook: Daylight saving time fight puts Senate up against a ticking clock

August 17, 2026

Reporter's Notebook: Daylight saving time fight puts Senate up against a ticking clock

Trump urged Republican senators to release holds on the Sunshine Protection Act, but lawmakers from northern states raise concerns about dark mornings.