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The truth behind the bizarre Ron DeSantis ‘pudding fingers’ claim seized on by Trump

Former staffer says it’s ‘interesting that the governor didn’t flat out deny eating pudding with three fingers’

The Independent UK

Pritzker, Democratic leaders take victory lap for reaching budget deal — and only drag their feet a bit in actually filing bill

Gov. J.B. Pritzker, Illinois Senate President Don Harmon and Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch announced agreement on a budget they said was balanced “without gimmicks.” Six hours later, Democrats filed the legislation, which must still pass both chambers before the governor can sign it.

Chicago Sun-Times

Trump lawyers are "feeling desperate"

Letter to AG Merrick Garland suggests "Trump's lawyers believe an indictment is coming soon," says Barb McQuade

Salon

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Parents plan boycott over Pride Day at LA elementary school

LOS ANGELES -- Outraged conservative parents at a Los Angeles elementary school say they plan to keep their children home on the school's Pride Day to protest the school teaching students about gay parents.

Los Angeles Times

‘All hat, no cattle’: Ron DeSantis, the ‘anti-woke’ Florida governor running for president

The rightwing culture warrior has been called ‘Trump 2.0’ – but what, if anything, is driving him to attain the highest office in the land?

The Guardian - US

Florida governor Ron DeSantis announces 2024 presidential bid

Republican seen as Trump’s top challenger launches campaign with glitch-riddled Twitter event

The Guardian - US

It’s official: Florida Gov. DeSantis files paperwork for his presidential campaign

Ron DeSantis filed paperwork Wednesday to run for president in 2024, making a long-awaited entrance to a race that will test whether a Republican governor who rewrote Florida’s political rulebook — and often infuriated critics — can overcome the challenges of a race for the nation’s highest office.

Miami Herald

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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, top rival to Trump, jumps into the race for president

He made the announcement on Twitter. "I'm running for president to lead our Great American Comeback," he tweeted, along with a video.

WEKU

The War on Terror turned Ron DeSantis into Florida’s anti-woke warrior. Will that win him the White House?

Yale-educated governor is the highest profile Republican seeking to dethrone Donald Trump, writes John Bowden

The Independent UK

Florida governor Ron DeSantis announces entry for US 2024 presidency race - rivalling Trump

Florida governor Ron DeSantis, 44, has entered the 2024 presidential race and is considered to be Mr Trump’s strongest Republican rival

Daily Mirror

GOP, Biden negotiators resume talks amid debt default impasse

WASHINGTON — Negotiators for the White House and House Republicans resumed talks on lifting the U.S. debt ceiling amid an impasse just days before a potentially catastrophic default, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Tribune News Service

DeSantis aide voices confusion about history of US flag after campaign teaser video

Mr DeSantis is expected to enter the presidential race on Wednesday evening

The Independent UK

Take redistricting away from politicians, let computers draw maps

Hyper-partisanship is a problem. Politicians only look out for the good of the party or staying in power, and voting districts are carved out so they maximize the seats of whichever party is in control.

Chicago Sun-Times

Everything we know about Ron DeSantis’ policies as he launches 2024 campaign

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is expected to announce his campaign for president on Wednesday evening

The Independent UK

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Republican Tax Package Could Follow Debt Ceiling Deal

A debt ceiling agreement hasn’t been reached, but there’s talk that Republicans could soon propose a bill to address some key tax changes.

The Guardian - US

US lawmakers blame each other for debt ceiling standoff: ‘They are not negotiating’

Democrats and Republicans continue to trade pointed remarks, underscoring that agreement is not in reach to avoid default

The Guardian - US

Republican bill requiring display of Ten Commandments in Texas schools fails

Bill which would have required every public school to display text in each classroom condemned by civil rights groups

Axios

Ron DeSantis declares 2024 candidacy in glitchy Twitter Spaces event

The Florida governor's expected announcement comes after months of speculation about his ambitions.

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Chicago Sun-Times

Judge says he won’t toss portions of perjury indictment against Madigan’s ex-chief of staff

The ruling from U.S. District Judge John Kness keeps the trial of Timothy Mapes on track for Aug. 7.

The Independent UK

Can Ron DeSantis beat Donald Trump? These Florida political veterans aren’t so sure

The Florida governor is poised to launch a presidential campaign, but many Sunshine State veterans tell Andrew Feinberg and Eric Garcia they aren’t sure he can best Donald Trump

Salon

MTG bought McCarthy's used Chapstick

The House GOP caucus "auctioned off" lip balm used by the House speaker amid debt ceiling negotiations

Chicago Sun-Times

Johnson wins first test of City Council muscle

By a 41-9 vote, Mayor Brandon Johnson reshaped the City Council in his progressive image.

The Independent UK

Texas' attorney general under sudden Republican scrutiny at state Capitol

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is facing sudden new risks to his political future

Tribune News Service

Bill tying school choice to teacher pay advances in Texas Senate. Its fate in House grim

AUSTIN – Texas Republicans have only a few days left to hash out disagreements over whether the state should funnel public money toward private schools.

The Guardian - US

Ron DeSantis to launch presidential bid as Republican primary begins in earnest

Florida governor, the closest challenger to Trump, is due to launch campaign in conversation with Elon Musk on Twitter

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