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Locked Capitol doors and more cash for security are the new normal after Minnesota assassination

State lawmakers across the U.S. are increasing security measures as political violence rises

The Independent UK · Apr 24

Ron DeSantis Signs 7 New Florida Laws: Here's What Changes July 1

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed seven more bills into law, adding to a growing list of measures approved during the 2026 legislative session. Most of the new laws are set to take effect on July 1, 2026, unless otherwise specified, continuing the state's fast-paced policy changes across local government,…

Latin Times · Apr 24

Mike Johnson faces "hell week" as Republicans defy Trump

The House will take up three contentious measures next week.

Axios · Apr 24

‘Radio Silence’: New Jersey Republican has been missing from Congress for a month, and his own colleagues haven’t heard from him in days

The vacuum could cost Republicans.

We Got This Covered · Apr 24

'This Is Why I Don't Date People Who Aren't Gay': Trump Supporter Faces Claims of Toxic Behaviour From Ex-Partners Amid Congress Run

A former partner says Ohio Congress candidate Madison Sheahan controlled what she wore and kept their two-year relationship secret.

International Business Times UK · Apr 24

Congress Still Has a Chance To Curb Section 702 Surveillance Abuses

Sen. Ron Wyden warns that Americans would be “stunned” at how officials have used the law.

Reason · Apr 24

‘We aren’t scared any more’: #MeToo’s lessons give Epstein survivors strength to speak out

One of the lasting impacts of #MeToo is power in unity among survivors – a lesson activists say can carry in moments like the Epstein files release

The Guardian - US · Apr 24

Sleepy Donald dozes off again, observer says dementia clearly visible, ‘probably doesn’t recognize half the people around him’

"Trump is about to hit REM on camera."

We Got This Covered · Apr 24

‘The world has become a casino’: Donald Trump shrugs and dismisses insider war bets, corruption okay if you can get away with it

A rare moment of honesty?

We Got This Covered · Apr 24

Trump cannot bear the judgments of Pope Leo

The political gap between US evangelicals and Catholics is widening. And Trump won’t tolerate authority outside his own

The Guardian - US · Apr 24