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More fall House matchups set in California

For both parties, the bare-knuckle battle for control of the House winds through California. Recent primaries in the Golden State provided an early look at how major themes shaping the midterm elections are playing out: ideological debates roiling the Democratic Party, a redrawn map that threw together two GOP incumbents…

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A new congressional map is enacted in Louisiana, blocked in Alabama, and dead in South Carolina

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At the Races: Going for the Golden State

Welcome to a special edition of At the Races! Throughout the 2026 primary season, watch for these updates from the CQ Roll Call campaign team on what you need to know for Election Day. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. Tuesday brings the busiest primary…

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The ferocious battle in California’s heartland laying bare Democrats’ struggles

Democrats are determined to flip the 22nd district blue. But which vision for the future will prevail?

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At the Races: Full disclosure, Jersey edition

Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari, Mary Ellen McIntire and Niels Lesniewski New Jersey Rep. Thomas H. Kean Jr. hasn’t been seen in…

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Appropriators approve Legislative Branch spending bill with GAO cuts

The House Appropriations Committee advanced a draft fiscal 2027 Legislative Branch spending bill on Wednesday that would slash the budget for the Government Accountability Office by nearly one-quarter and give a boost to Capitol Police. The party-line vote of 34-28 came after a contentious markup stretching late into the evening,…

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California farmers to destroy 420,000 peach trees after Del Monte collapses

Officials say cutting 50,000 tons of peaches from production could prevent $30m in losses for farmers

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Wave of retirements and politics promise spending panel makeover

The House Appropriations Committee is set to undergo a major shake-up following the midterm elections, especially among its Republicans. With four members retiring, two running for Senate and four others in potentially tight reelection contests, nearly a third of the committee’s Republicans may not return in the next Congress. Democrats…

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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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It's Calvert vs. Kim in redrawn Southern California district - Roll Call

California's redistricting turned Republican Ken Calvert's seat blue, so he'll run in an adjoining district held by GOP incumbent Young Kim.

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Trump’s sweeping bill looms large over Democrats and Republicans as they head for recess

Republicans see it as the epitome of Trump keeping his promises, while for Democrats it’s an opportunity to return from the political wilderness

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Sweeping tax and spending bill hands both parties a midterm message - Roll Call

The massive tax and spending package that cleared the House on Thursday handed Democrats and Republicans both a message for the 2026 midterms.

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House appropriators approve Legislative Branch bill with GAO cuts - Roll Call

The House Appropriations Committee advanced a draft spending bill that would slash the budget for the Government Accountability Office.

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GOP weighs canceling recess to wrap up Trump’s budget bill - Roll Call

Republican leaders are stepping on the gas to get the giant budget package to President Donald Trump's desk before his July 4 deadline.

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House subcommittee advances Legislative Branch spending bill - Roll Call

A proposal to cut the GAO's budget nearly in half could cause Congress to miss out on billions of dollars in savings, Democrats say.

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GOP Sen. Criticizes Trump Stopping Immigration Enforcement Operations For Some Workers: 'I Don't Think We Should Pull Back'

Republican Senator Tom Cotton said immigration enforcement operations shouldn't stop for hotel and farmworkers, among others, even if it threatens the industries

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Trump Hints At Measures For Migrant Hotel and Farmworkers As Employers Say They Are 'Almost Impossible To Replace'

Donald Trump hinted at measures for migrant hotel and farmworkers, saying in a social media post he is being told apprehended workers are "being almost impossible to replace"

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ICE Agents Recorded Chasing Farmworkers In California As Immigration Enforcement Operations Soar

Images of ICE agents chasing farmworkers surfaced on social media as the Trump administration ramps up immigration enforcement operations

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GOP Rep. Issues Rare Criticism Of Trump Admin's Immigration Raids, Urges Deportation Of 'Known Criminals' Over 'Hardworking People'

GOP Rep. David Valadao issued a rare criticism of the Trump administration's immigration enforcement raids in Los Angeles, urging officials to "prioritize the removal of known criminals over the hardworking people who have lived peacefully in the Valley for years."

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No cameras, please: Some offices in Congress warn visitors not to film - Roll Call

On a recent walk around the Capitol complex, we spotted several signs outside doorways discouraging “recording, filming, livestreaming, and photography.”

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California Showdown Over Medicaid as GOP Approves Massive Cuts

Health care advocates and labor unions mobilize against proposed cuts, pressuring swing-district Republicans with protests, ads and town halls.

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House Democrats unveil 35 Republican targets for 2026 midterms - Roll Call

House Democrats rolled out a list of 35 Republican-held seats they are targeting next year as the party looks to win control of the chamber.

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Capitol Police chief addresses ‘human failure’ that led to security lapses - Roll Call

After guns were missed at screening checkpoints, lawmakers called the breaches “unacceptable” while also praising the Capitol Police force.

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Democrats dust off 2018 playbook with attacks on potential Medicaid cuts - Roll Call

Democrats are seeking to revive their 2018 playbook, accusing Republicans of targeting Medicaid to help finance their legislative agenda.

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These Republicans' Chances of Re-Election Could Suffer if Congress Makes Major Medicaid Cuts, Analysis Finds

Republicans are expected to vote on whether to slash Medicaid as their spending cuts continue. Support for the measure could particularly affect some GOP lawmakers.

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