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Trump remade the Supreme Court. Now it will determine his fate

From keeping Trump on the ballot, to his legal investigations to the abortion pill, the Supreme Court’s actions will shape Trump’s future

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The Electoral College is a ‘bad’ and ‘undemocratic’ system. So why does the US still use it?

In the most powerful democracy in the world, two of its last four leaders have been chosen by a minority of voters. The US’s Electoral College system is now functioning far from how its creators originally intended, Gustaf Kilander writes

The Independent UK

A look back at some of the top political stories of 2023

From former President Donald Trump's historic mug shot to the House speaker drama, here are moments that captured the unprecedented political drama and other powerful moments that unfolded in 2023.

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The D.C. Circuit Mulls Trump's Alarmingly Broad Claim of Presidential Immunity From Prosecution

His lawyers say no jury can ever consider charges based on his "official acts" as president, which include his efforts to reverse Joe Biden's election.

Reason

Hemp gummies pose serious health risks for children nationwide

Discover the mounting concerns over accidental ingestion of cannabis-infused gummies made from hemp. Learn how parents can protect their kids and advocate ...

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US Senate Leaders Say No Ukraine Aid Before Year's End

The Democratic and Republican leaders of the US Senate said Tuesday that Washington will not be able to approve new aid for Ukraine before year's end, as the two sides continue to seek a compromise.

International Business Times

Clarence Thomas' money woes revealed

Thomas pushed for higher salary — and to allow Supreme Court justices to take speaking fees

Salon

Senate passes NDAA, sending bill to House - Roll Call

The Senate voted to pass a final defense policy bill, setting up the sprawling, $886.3 billion measure for House consideration.

Roll Call

‘Overwhelm it with light’: Johnson talks antisemitism at menorah lighting

Congressional leaders presented a united front at the Hanukkah event at the Capitol, as lawmakers debate funding for Israel.

Roll Call

Zelenskyy makes one more push for aid before Christmas recess - Roll Call

In the U.S. to plead for aid, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said congressional wrangling was inspiring "Putin and his sick clique.”

Roll Call

Biden infuriated by Ukraine impasse but Republicans refuse to bend over border

Failure to pass Ukraine bill reflects growing ‘America first’ trend among Republicans – and a desire for even stricter border security

The Guardian - US

Biden willing to 'compromise' on US border policy as Senate Republicans block Ukraine aid

As Senate Republicans blocked the advance of tens of billions of dollars in military and economic assistance for Ukraine Wednesday, President Joe Biden berated their tactics as “stunning" and dangerous. Yet he also signaled an openness to what GOP lawmakers ultimately want: border policy changes.

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Top senators in shouting match as Republicans accused of derailing Ukraine defence talks

Efforts to separate Ukraine funding from other issues seem to dim as Senate Republicans remain opposed

Roll Call

War supplemental stymied in Senate over border holdup - Roll Call

Senate Republicans blocked a war funding package, making good on their threat to hold up aid to Ukraine without an immigration overhaul.

The Guardian - US

The 15 questions that will not be asked at the Republican debate

The modern-day Republican party is nothing but a Potemkin village

The Guardian - US

George Santos: a creature of Congress, dark money and limitless Republican hypocrisy

The New York fabulist faces expulsion but the fault for his rise lies with Trump, McCarthy, McConnell and the supreme court

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The Independent UK

Tommy Tuberville avoids break on his military holds – for now

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said he was voting against the resolution to bypass Tommy Tuberville’s blockade “at this time”

The Independent UK

Daily Show guest host reveals three GOP lawmakers she’d like to fight

Leslie Jones said she ‘wants in’ in the physical fights breaking out among GOP lawmakers in Congress

WEKU

A GOP senator challenges Teamsters head to a fight in a fiery exchange at a hearing

A congressional hearing devolved into an angry confrontation between Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin and Sean O'Brien, the president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.

Chicago Sun-Times

House votes to prevent a government shutdown as GOP Speaker Johnson relies on Democrats for help

The proposal, which the Senate is expected to approve this week, will continue funding the government and push a showdown over a final spending plan into the new year.

Roll Call

Senate leaders give green light to Johnson stopgap funds plan - Roll Call

Senate leaders of both parties sent encouraging signals Monday for Speaker Mike Johnson’s bill to avoid a partial government shutdown.

WEKU

Longtime political journalist says Trump, Christie blame claims about KY governor’s race aren’t

Former President Donald Trump’s assistance wasn’t enough to carry Attorney General Daniel Cameron across the finish line Tuesday. Two days before the election, Trump said his support boosted Cameron by 25 points. The day after the election, Trump said the McConnell connection was too much to overcome, while presidential candidate…

The Guardian - US

Republicans beware: hostility to abortion stands to haunt Trump’s party in 2024

The party-induced demise of Roe may keep the Republicans from returning to power for another four years

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