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December 4

Trump-backed Van Epps sworn in as GOP hits 220 seats — but incoming Greene exit threatens razor-thin majority

Republican Matt Van Epps sworn into House, giving GOP 220-213 majority. Tennessee special election victory provides breathing room for Republican control.

December 4

Missing coach Travis Turner left without essentials as family urges him to face child porn charges: Attorney

Family of missing Virginia coach Travis Turner urges him to return home and face child pornography charges after he disappeared into woods with firearm.

December 4

2021 Afghan remarks haunt GOP lawmaker's Senate bid after DC Guard shooting

Rep. Andy Barr's 2026 Senate campaign encounters scrutiny after his past support for Afghan visas resurfaces following a shooting, allegedly by an Afghan national, in Washington, D.C.

December 4

Florida CFO rolls out new push to block illegal immigrants from tapping state systems: ‘Lives have been lost’

Florida's chief financial officer pushes legislative priorities to crack down on illegal immigration benefits, citing tragic accidents and fraud.

December 4

Virginia twins arrested for allegedly plotting to destroy government databases

Virginia twin brothers arrested for allegedly conspiring to delete government databases hosted by a federal government contractor after their terminations.

December 3

Feds arrest felon illegal immigrant after seizing tens of millions in meth stashed in blackberries

A massive methamphetamine bust in Atlanta area netted 1,585 pounds of drugs hidden in blackberry shipments, leading to federal charges against repeat offenders.

December 3

Social media reactions reveal why both parties celebrated after GOP candidate won special election

Republicans said voters rejected Aftyn Behn’s activism after Matt Van Epps won the race for Tennessee's 7th Congressional District, while Democrats celebrated the narrower margin.

December 3

Authorities seize nearly 1,600 pounds of meth after following illegal immigrant in Georgia

Georgia officials announced the seizure of tens of millions of dollars worth of methamphetamine in connection to a criminal illegal immigrant from Mexico with prior federal convictions.

December 3

The Tennessee 'waltz': Republicans and Democrats dance around meaning of special election results

Tennessee special election results sparked debate about the 2026 midterms as Republicans maintain a House seat despite heavy Democratic spending and campaigning.

December 3

Pro-reparations progressive Democrat who wants ICE abolished mounts long shot Senate bid to succeed McConnell

Former Bluegrass State lawmaker Charles Booker, who espouses far-left policy views, has mounted a U.S. Senate bid to succeed outgoing GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell.