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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.

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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

The Guardian - US

‘I've won affordability’: Trump defends economy during Georgia stop

President Donald Trump plunged back into the midterm campaign on Thursday, with a visit to Northwest Georgia.

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When is the shutdown ‘snapping point’? Don’t ask the House

In the midst of a fierce fight over Trump’s immigration policies, some in the House are hoping that history won’t repeat itself.

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Jeffries wages rare public pressure campaign urging Maryland Democrats to redistrict

The House Democratic leader called for an "immediate up-or-down vote" in the state Senate.

Axios

Even Megyn Kelly comes for Randy Fine in the wake of his anti-Muslim social media post

Florida GOP congressman invites storm of controversy with Islamophobic attack as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries vows to hold him accountable

The Independent UK

Scoop: Democrats eye forced vote to censure GOP Rep. Randy Fine over anti-Muslim post

A censure vote "could likely happen," one senior House progressive told Axios.

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Kamala Harris, Tyler Perry And More Post Tributes To Rev. Jesse Jackson After His Death At 84

The world has lost a true force for good.

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Epstein was invited to gatherings with a dozen members of Congress years after his initial arrest, documents reveal

There was a congressman’s birthday gala, a senator’s fundraiser at a billionaire’s home and a breakfast to discuss ‘homeland security’

The Independent UK

Trump’s Obama and Bad Bunny posts crystallize his political philosophy

Maga is a recapitulation of the dark side of American history that cohered into nativist nationalism a century ago

The Guardian - US

Limited government shutdown likely to linger for at least 10 days as Congress takes break

13% of federal civilian workforce is affected, although DHS – which spurred budget standoff – remains funded

The Guardian - US

DHS shutdown looms after Senate Democrats block Homeland Security bill

Lawmakers in both chambers were put on notice to return to Washington should a deal be reached to avert the anticipated shutdown

The Independent UK

Tulsi Gabbard reportedly accused by whistleblower of suppressing intercepted call about Jared Kushner and Iran – as it happened

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The Guardian - UK

Scoop: Democrats are eyeing protests at Trump's State of the Union address

"I want to find a way to resist, because he needs to know that this is not normal."

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The Guardian - US

US House backs bid to block Canada tariffs in rebuke of Trump

Republicans join Democrats in objecting to national emergency US president declared to impose tariffs

Axios

House Democrats try to shut down disruptions at Trump's State of the Union

Jeffries told his members to either show "silent defiance" or boycott the speech.

The Independent UK

The Latest: Bondi will face questions before Congress over Epstein files

Attorney General Pam Bondi will face questions from lawmakers over the Justice Department’s handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein that have exposed sensitive private information about victims despite redaction efforts

Axios

Scoop: Dem House candidate Analilia Mejìa won't commit to voting for Hakeem Jeffries

"I look forward to sharing my concerns," the New Jersey progressive told Axios.

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Despite impasse on CR, Thune pushes forward on DHS spending bill

The battle over immigration enforcement has become a fight over whether to temporarily extend funding for the last fiscal 2026 spending bill.

The Guardian - US

Federal prosecutors reportedly failed to secure indictments against six Democratic lawmakers over US military video – as it happened

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The Independent UK

DHS funding is set to expire in days. Will Democrats hold firm or just kick the can again?

ANALYSIS: Democrats laid out a 10-point list of demands for ICE and DHS reforms. Will they hold this red line or back away again, asks John Bowden

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White House, Democrats negotiate as shutdown deadline nears

White House sends counterproposal to Senate Democrats as deadline to re-up Homeland Security spending approaches.

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: ‘This is going to be a free and fair election,’ says Hakeem Jeffries after Trump’s comments

Jeffries says Democrats will stop Donald Trump from trying to steal this year’s midterm elections – key US politics stories from Sunday 8 February at a glance

The Times of India

‘America’s elections are rigged, stolen’: Trump renews claims, warns US must fix system or lose country

Former President Donald Trump is once again asserting that American elections are rigged, demanding sweeping reforms like mandatory photo ID and proof of citizenship to restore trust. He proposes limiting mail-in voting, framing these as crucial for the nation's survival.

The Guardian - US

Democrats will stop Trump from trying to nationalize midterms, Jeffries says

Top House Democrat says president’s suggestion for Republicans to ‘take over’ elections really means ‘steal it’

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