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Inside the Trump takeover of America’s 250th birthday party that created feuding planners and left a state fair dud

Trump’s Freedom250 set up in January 2025 and America250, the nonpartisan group created by Congress in 2016, are reportedly clashing over plans for the nation’s 250th birthday

The Independent UK

AI deepfakes bill advanced by Senate Judiciary Committee

Unauthorized deepfake images generated by artificial intelligence would need to be removed from online platforms if they weren’t licensed by the person portrayed, under a bill the Senate Judiciary Committee advanced on Thursday. The bill, which was approved by voice vote, would give individuals an intellectual property right to their…

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Senate committee approves public land reauthorization fund

Congress is hopeful that the popularity of U.S. national parks and other public lands can translate into bipartisan support for a deferred maintenance fund whose reauthorization expired last year. The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee on Wednesday approved a bill to reauthorize a fund providing $1.9 billion annually over…

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Both Democrats and Republicans give millions to universities in earmarks – but not in the same way

U.S. politicians have perhaps never been more divided, including when it comes to their views on higher education.

The Conversation

Members of pro-immigration group hit by Trump crackdown on immigration

La Union Del Pueblo Entero has seen engagement at its 8,000-member organization drop off after the Trump administration’s immigration raids.

The Texas Tribune

Trump Admin Pushed to Strip Voting Machines From Half of America Before the Midterms

A White House adviser attempted to ban Dominion Voting Systems machines in over half of US states, citing debunked conspiracy theories. The plan, lacking evidence, ultimately failed.

International Business Times UK

Chatbot bills look to address safety fears as midterms loom

Hearings filled with heart-wrenching stories of children who died by suicide after their interactions with artificial intelligence chatbots have made it easy for those on both sides of the aisle to agree that something needs to be done to regulate the new technology. But as one bill has been voted…

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Congress moves to raise retirement age for Capitol Police as threats against lawmakers mount

Lawmakers are working to raise the retirement age for U.S. Capitol Police officers

The Independent UK

Ban on kids’ companion chatbots advanced by Senate committee

Providers of artificial intelligence companion chatbots would need to verify users’ ages and ban minors from the companions under a bill that advanced unanimously in a Senate committee Thursday. The Judiciary Committee voted 22-0 to approve the bill, which would make it a crime to knowingly provide a chatbot that…

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Lawmakers and community leaders react to ‘indefensible’ Cesar Chavez sexual abuse allegations

New York Times report leads to multiple cancellations of events meant to celebrate the late labor organizer

The Guardian - US

Democrats, groups sound alarm on Trump actions on elections

Democrats and voter advocacy groups are increasingly warning that Trump administration policies and actions could curtail voting in the midterm elections when it comes to changes on who can cast ballots and when it will count. President Donald Trump and federal agencies have taken several steps over the past year…

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Tim Walz accuses Trump of withholding $259m in Medicaid funds ‘to punish blue states’ – as it happened

Democratic governor of Minnesota says administration’s federal withholding of $259m ‘has nothing to do with fraud’

The Guardian - US

Trump called it a ‘golden age’ in front of millions, and the Democrat chosen to respond had three questions that cut right through it

That’s how the Democrats plan to win the midterms.

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Who Skipped Trump's State Of The Union Address: Here's Full List Of Those Who Boycotted The Event And Why

Over 80 Democratic lawmakers boycott President Trump's State of the Union Address, highlighting political divisions.

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Trump is ‘making your life harder’: Democrat Abigail Spanberger argues in State of the Union response

Spanberger spoke from Colonial Williamsburg to deliver a message on affordability on behalf of the Democratic Party

The Guardian - US

‘We did not hear the truth’: Spanberger criticizes Trump over cost of living

Virginia’s new governor gives State of the Union rebuttal while Alex Padilla echoes themes in Spanish response

The Guardian - AU

Trump delivers longest-ever State of the Union address – as it happened

President is dogged by low public approval ratings with November midterm elections on the horizon

The Independent UK

What to expect in Gov Abigail Spanberger’s response to Trump State of the Union address

She will have far less time than the Republican president to deliver her rebuttal

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State of the Union 2026: When and where to watch Donald Trump’s speech to Congress — details

President Trump is set to deliver his State of the Union address, his second major speech to Congress this term. The address, expected to be lengthy, will likely highlight his accomplishments and address key issues like tariffs, immigration, and foreign policy. Several Democrats plan to boycott the event, with Governor…

The Guardian - US

What time is Trump’s State of the Union – and how can I watch?

The US president will deliver his State of the Union address this evening – here’s what you need to know

Axios

Democratic response to Trump's SOTU becomes a crowded affair

Democrats are trying to mobilize every faction of their coalition before the midterms.

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Silence for Democrats but a spotlight for Epstein survivors at State of the Union

Democratic leaders have laid out options including not attending Trump's speech. But Epstein survivors are also central to their plans.

The Guardian - US

Abigail Spanberger to give Democratic response to Trump’s State of the Union address

Virginia governor is seen as a model for the party to win back power in midterm elections

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Legislative Response to California City Facility Oversight

Recent oversight at the California City Detention Facility has sparked a debate about the future of state-run and private detention. In January 2026, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff inspected the facility. They reported frightening medical neglect and inhumane conditions. These findings have energized advocates and pushed several reform…

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Inside Dems' 11th-hour push to force changes to ICE

A group of around 10 Senate Democrats is coalescing around a list of demands for changes at DHS.

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