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US pauses joint defence effort with Canada that dates to WWII

The Pentagon has put the brakes on America's involvement in a historic defense panel with Canada that traces back to World War II. Officials indicate that Canada’s slow advancement on defense commitments prompted this change. This decision is occurring amid swirling trade disagreements and President Trump’s persistent requests for allied…

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Pentagon halts deployments to Poland and Germany to cut troop numbers in Europe, AP sources say

The Pentagon is drawing down thousands of troops in Europe by stopping units from deploying to Poland and Germany as opposed to yanking those already stationed there

The Independent UK

Denise Powell wins Democratic primary for battleground Nebraska seat

Political activist Denise Powell has won the Democratic primary for Nebraska’s open 2nd District, a battleground seat that both parties say will be crucial to determining control of the House this fall. Powell was leading state Sen. John Cavanaugh, 39 percent to 37 percent, in a crowded primary when The…

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Denise Powell leads in Democratic primary for crucial Nebraska ‘blue dot’ seat

Political activist Denise Powell clung to a narrow lead in Tuesday’s Democratic primary for Nebraska’s open 2nd District after a contentious campaign that brought an influx of outside money and a blitz of increasingly negative attack ads to one of the nation’s most competitive House battlegrounds. With more than 51,000…

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At the Races: Connecting the blue dot

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. By Daniela Altimari and…

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‘We laughed at Russia’: GOP Rep tears down ‘silly’ idea to put Trump on Passport, calling it out for what it really is

“We’re America,” not Russia or North Korea.

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When a 5-minute vote takes 5 hours

The clock was ticking in the House chamber. Or was it? A key vote on the floor began with famous last words: “This is a 5-minute vote.” More than two hours later, it was still going. Later that day, it happened again. Leaders held open another seemingly endless vote, as…

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The moments when Hegseth lost his nerve during Congress questions on the Iran war

The war has cost $25 billion so far, according to Pentagon numbers presented to the House Armed Services Committee during the contentious hearing

The Independent UK

Democrats spar over which candidate can best flip pivotal Nebraska district

Sharp divisions are shaping an increasingly messy Democratic primary for a purple House seat in a ruby-red state. The May 12 Democratic primary for Nebraska’s open 2nd District features labor-backed progressive John Cavanaugh and political action committee co-founder Denise Powell. Several other Democrats are also on the ballot, including Douglas…

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Republican hopefuls in swing seats aren’t walking away from Trump

Voters in Nebraska’s open 2nd District have twice rejected Donald Trump, but the presumptive Republican nominee for the seat is “humbled” to have the president’s backing. Trump has been “doing great things,’’ said Brinker Harding, an Omaha City Council member seeking to succeed retiring GOP Rep. Don Bacon. “We’ve got…

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‘Unholy alliance among autocrats and wannabe autocrats’: Hillary Clinton slams Trump for mirroring Putin’s playbook

The electoral defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, prompting Hillary Clinton to issue a sharp warning about the ambitions of President Donald Trump. On Monday, during an appearance on MS NOW’s Morning Joe, Clinton characterized the election results as a definitive loss…

The Mary Sue

GOP Rep. Warns That Trump's Presidency 'Will Never Recover' If He Seeks To Remove U.S. From NATO

Republican Rep. Don Bacon again warned President Donald Trump against pulling from NATO, saying his presidency "will never recover" from such an attempt.

International Business Times

Record 36 House Republicans To Leave Congress Amid Growing 'Dysfunction' On Capitol Hill

A record 36 House Republicans are walking away from Congress, deepening instability on Capitol Hill and complicating Speaker Mike Johnson's efforts to defend his paper-thin majority before the 2026 midterms.

International Business Times UK

Stephen Colbert on DHS pick Markwayne Mullin: ‘Has a history of being real dumb and real angry about it’

Late-night hosts discussed the confirmation hearing for Trump’s new homeland security pick, the about-face by Republicans on Iran and the war’s sticker-shock for ordinary Americans

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Republican Rep. Warns The Party Will Go Through 'Civil War' If Trump Seeks To Pull Out Of NATO: 'It Would Implode'

Republican Rep. Don Bacon warned that the party would go through "civil war" if President Donald Trump seeks to pull out of NATO, saying it is imperative to strengthen relations with European allies damaged during the administration.

The Independent UK

House Republican warns of MAGA civil war if Trump withdraws from NATO

Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon says any move by President Donald Trump to pull U.S. from transatlantic military alliance would have dire consequences for him domestically

The Times of India

'Pressure from Israel': Why did US counterterrorism chief and MAGA loyalist Joe Kent turn against Donald Trump amidst Iran war

A senior counterterrorism official, Joe Kent, resigned over President Trump's Iran policy, citing no imminent threat and pressure from Israel. Kent, a MAGA figure, warned against repeating past mistakes, drawing parallels to the Iraq war. His departure highlights dissent within the administration and the broader Republican base regarding foreign interventions.

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Ukraine supporters oppose easing of Russia sanctions

Numerous lawmakers, including some Republicans, are outraged about the Trump administration’s easing of sanctions on Russian oil exports, amid reports that Moscow is helping Iran target U.S. troops in the Middle East. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, looking to ease a supply crisis caused by the Iran war that has driven…

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Republican congressman slammed for Muslims ‘don’t belong’ in America social media post

Representative Andy Ogles also took a swipe at the United Kingdom and claimed that his post would not have been criticized if he had been referring to Christians

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Supreme Court backs congressional power in tariff ruling

The Supreme Court stuck up for congressional power in a ruling Friday invalidating most of President Donald Trump's worldwide tariffs.

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Lawmakers from both parties are scrambling to rein in Trump’s pardon free-for-all before it gets even more ridiculous

Neither party can stomach Trump’s drug trafficker pardons anymore.

Axios

A measure giving Congress the power to block Trump pardons draws Republican backing

"Frankly, it is clear to me the pardon authority has been abused," Rep. Don Bacon said.

Axios

Inside the bitter feud over Mike Johnson's rule-breakers

"It's like these guys never played team sports before," one Republican lawmaker told Axios.

The Independent UK

Trump promises ‘consequences come Election time’ for Republicans who voted with Democrats to oppose Canada tariffs

President Donald Trump threatens to back primary challengers to rebel GOP members who defy him over signature economic policy following Wednesday House vote

Euronews

US House votes to overturn President Trump's tariffs on Canada

Six Republican lawmakers joined Democrats to block the tariffs in a 219 to 211 vote. Trump is expected to veto the measure.

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