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For these Republicans, the ‘war on woke’ starts at home

Republicans have in recent years waged a “war on woke,” hammering Democrats who embrace progressive policies on race, sexuality and gender. Now they are using the term to beat up on each other. In some of this year’s most bitter House and Senate primaries, Republicans are seeking to paint their…

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Trump’s Maha agenda stalled as top CDC and surgeon general roles sit empty

Trump has yet to nominate a permanent CDC director and the Senate confirmation of his pick for top doctor is in limbo

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Dr. Casey Means’ surgeon general nomination stalled as GOP senators cast doubt

Dr. Means, a 38-year-old Stanford-educated physician, became disillusioned with traditional medicine and did not complete her surgical residency

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More doctors and nurses hoping to operate in Congress

ANALYSIS — At a time when most voters are skeptical of politicians, both parties are looking to doctors and nurses to secure control of Congress. With nearly two dozen doctors and nurses currently serving on Capitol Hill, it’s a pretty good strategy. Even if health care isn’t the top issue…

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CDC dilemma: Nominee may need both MAHA and science chops

As a deadline arrives this week to nominate a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention director, some Republicans are skeptical the administration will find someone who can check all the boxes necessary for confirmation. The candidate will need the “Make America Healthy Again” mindset of Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s…

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Future of vaccine panel unclear as member calls out HHS official

Federal officials are unsure how to respond to a court order blocking a key vaccine advisory committee, following “miscommunication” over next steps by an advisory committee member and Trump administration official. Robert Malone, an outspoken member of the Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention’s vaccine advisory committee, said Friday…

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Taxpayers face a new nightmare as Senator uncovers a crippling problem plaguing child care assistance in multiple blue states

Senator Bill Cassidy is officially expanding his investigation into potential child care fraud, moving beyond Minnesota and setting his sights on New York, Michigan, and Oregon. This isn’t just a minor blip; we’re talking about serious issues with how our taxpayer dollars are being used in crucial assistance programs.

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The Feds Are Investing in Wearable Health Trackers. That Could Put Your Private Data at Risk.

Government-backed biowearables could generate vast streams of personal health data with few legal safeguards.

Reason

Trump-endorsed Republican in Louisiana accused of rape in 2007

Blake Miguez, 44, not criminally charged over allegation reported to local police but never disclosed to public

The Guardian - US

Kids online safety bills move forward from Senate, House panel

A kids data privacy bill won Senate passage, while a slate of safety bills advanced out of a House committee.

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Letlow’s MAHA backing complicates Cassidy’s Senate retention bid

The MAHA PAC is backing Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy’s opponent.

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War powers votes unlikely to rein in Trump after Iran strikes

A procedural vote on the resolution could happen as soon as Tuesday, according to a source familiar with the situation.

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Trump’s surgeon general pick dodges vaccine questions at Senate hearing

Critics concerned as Casey Means, aligned with RFK Jr on vaccine stance, does not have active medical license

The Guardian - US

Surgeon general nominee won't say she urges vaccination

Nutrition influencer Casey Means faced tough questioning about her vaccine views from senators.

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Kennedy’s push to find cause of autism divides Hill Republicans

One year into his term, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s focus on autism is polarizing Capitol Hill Republicans.

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GOP lawmakers join Trump’s call for refined midterm economic message

Several congressional Republicans agree with Donald Trump that their party needs to overhaul its economic sales pitch ahead of the midterms.

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FEMA earmarks threatened by immigration funding standoff

Ongoing fight over fiscal 2026 funding for federal immigration agencies has also left disaster preparedness earmarks in limbo.

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Trump’s drug pricing plan gets lukewarm reception

Trump's plan is to establish “most favored nation” pricing to bring U.S. prescription drug pricing more in line with what other countries pay.

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Fight over ICE takes center stage in contested Senate primaries

The fallout from the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minnesota is reverberating in Senate races nationwide.

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The signs that Trump and Noem’s ICE swarm in Minnesota is falling apart after the Alex Pretti killing

ANALYSIS: Even Republicans are getting increasingly queasy about the shooting of the ICU nurse and there are broader consequences for the party, Eric Garcia writes

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Minneapolis shooting galvanizes some Trump faithful in Senate GOP

A Senate GOP caucus largely loyal to Trump appears increasingly at odds with his immigration policies after a shooting in Minnesota.

The Guardian - UK

Obamas say Alex Pretti killing a ‘tragedy’ as calls mount for full investigation

Former president and first lady say killing should be ‘wake-up call’ and federal agents are not operating in lawful way

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Trump blows off Senate Republican leaders on critical endorsements

Fractures are forming in the GOP campaign apparatus.

The Guardian - US

Julia Letlow launches Trump-backed Senate primary bid against Bill Cassidy

Louisiana congresswoman is challenging Cassidy, who voted to convict the US president after 2021 Capitol attack

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Trump continues to play kingmaker in Republican primaries

There’s only one person whose endorsement matters in Republican primaries today, and that remains President Donald J. Trump.

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