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Michigan Father of Three Dies in Fiery Crash After Attempted ICE Stop as Police Investigate

Mario David Coronado Juarez died after his car crashed into a tree and caught fire in Grand Rapids, Michigan, following an attempted ICE stop, prompting an independent investigation.

International Business Times UK · Sep 25

Man tried to flee ICE agents in Grand Rapids, crashed into tree, and died on the spot. Dem lawmaker says: ‘No traffic stop should end with a fatality’

"Something went wrong, and we need to know what and how."

We Got This Covered · Sep 23

Members renew proxy voting push ahead of next Congress

By the time Brittany Pettersen’s son was 6 months old, he’d taken 24 flights.  The Colorado Democrat’s son is no world traveler — his time on planes as an infant was spent with Pettersen flying back and forth to Washington for votes.  As the House considers potential rules changes for…

Roll Call · Sep 2

Good news for House Democrats in latest round of race rating changes - Roll Call

The latest race rating changes by Inside Elections mean good news for House Democrats, with 16 contests moving their way.

Roll Call · Dec 9, 2025

December brings reelection reflection — and safety fears - Roll Call

After an influx of money for new security programs, members still describe fears and tough conversations with their families.

Roll Call · Dec 3, 2025

Trump’s $9B clawback against PBS and NPR may have bought him a post-summer government shutdown

President has circumvented the government appropriations process and that may heap pain on him come fall

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2025

Rep. Don Beyer buzzes to spelling bee win - Roll Call

“I’ve read too much poetry,” says the Virginia Democrat, who was back on top at the press vs. politicians contest after recent runner-up finishes.

Roll Call · Jun 26, 2025

Congress reviews security boost after deadly Minnesota shooting

Lawmakers cite rising threats and hit list naming Democrats as calls grow for more protection

The Guardian - US · Jun 17, 2025

Many lawmakers on list of suspected Minnesota shooter vow not to bow down

From a legislator in downtown Minneapolis to a veteran Ohio congresswoman, many lawmakers included in the suspected Minnesota gunman’s list of targets are vowing not to bow down

The Independent UK · Jun 17, 2025

Being a mom in Congress is hard. But it doesn’t have to be, members say - Roll Call

“I really felt like I was building the wheel,” recalls Rep. Linda Sánchez, one of only 13 voting members to ever give birth while in Congress.

Roll Call · May 7, 2025