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Grand Old Plan: Why Republicans Are Tapping Kitchen Table For Its Midterm Playbook

The Republican playbook aims to steer the discourse away from being a referendum on US President Donald Trump's war on Iran, its impact on the economy and the rock-bottom approval ratings alarming even the MAGA base. It will instead harp on the dangers of the activist Left holding the Democratic…

International Business Times

Tucker could derail the GOP in 2028

A third-party bid by the disaffected MAGA podcaster would be difficult — and beneficial to Democrats

Salon

Taylor Swift Silences Trump on TikTok as President's Team Uses 'Red' to Claim Album Is About the GOP

Taylor Swift muted Donald Trump's TikTok video, sparking online reactions. Trump's team responded by using her song 'Red' as a GOP anthem, escalating their ongoing political tension.

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US Senators head for the exits without meeting Trump's demands for voting bill

US Senators concluded their session early Saturday after a significant legislative deadlock. President Trump's strict proof-of-citizenship voting bill did not advance as planned. Republican senators discussed an alternative plan to revisit voting bill elements later. Key priorities, including attorney general confirmation and sanctions, were successfully passed. The Senate ultimately adjourned…

The Economic Times

Todd Blanche confirmed by Senate as attorney general

The Senate on Saturday approved acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to permanently lead the Department of Justice after a high-drama confirmation process. The 50-49 vote to confirm Blanche fell mostly along party lines, with two Republicans breaking ranks to oppose him. Sens. Susan Collins of Maine and Lisa Murkowski of…

Roll Call

Hillary Clinton warns this Republican attack on Democrats will be ‘very effective’

The prominent Democrat suggested the GOP will baselessly accuse members of her party of being communists, and it will work to dissuade voters

The Independent UK

Houston Has 2M Latino Voters — And Most of Them Aren't Showing Up. That Could Decide the Texas Senate Race

Harris County has Texas' largest Latino population, but low turnout and affordability concerns could decide the tight Talarico-Paxton Senate race.

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What to know about the Minnesota Senate election

Senate Democrats don’t have to wait long for their next big primary test. Their race for the open seat in Minnesota has fallen along familiar lines, and Tuesday will determine whether centrist Rep. Angie Craig or the more progressive Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan comes out ahead. Craig, who flipped a…

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Fighting for Racial Justice With Piercing Humor — and a Project 2029

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GOP Rep Draws Heat Over 'Get a Job, Eat Ramen' Response to Inflation Woes

Texas Rep. Dan Crenshaw faces criticism after dismissing concerns over high food prices, sparking backlash from conservatives who highlight the broader cost-of-living crisis.

International Business Times UK

Donald Trump's attorney general pick clears key hurdle as GOP senator backs Blanche

Senator Bill Cassidy will support Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general. This decision likely ensures Blanche's confirmation to lead the Justice Department. Opposition from two other Republicans had previously cast doubt on the nomination. Concerns centered on a settlement involving tax audit immunity and a proposed fund. Cassidy stated his…

The Economic Times

Texas Republican sparks social media storm with post telling Americans to ‘stop whining’ and ‘get a job’

Outgoing GOP congressman Dan Crenshaw provokes uproar by pushing back against young conservatives concerned about affordability

The Independent UK

Cassidy will vote for Blanche as AG, all but ensuring confirmation

Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana said Friday he intended to vote to confirm Todd Blanche to be attorney general, ending a weekslong back-and-forth with the White House to win over GOP holdouts. All eyes were on Cassidy’s Friday morning floor speech after his fellow Republican Sens. Susan Collins of Maine…

Roll Call

Miller tests GOP limit for terrible men

A wave of abuse scandals in Congress have started to worry even Republicans

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Photos of the week | August 1-6, 2026

It’s expected to be the final week before full-on August recess (fingers crossed). As the Senate raced to wrap up, a committee voted to hold Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination moved out of committee. And candidates for the GOP nomination to replace Sen.…

The Economic Times

Trump-backed US Rep Andy Ogles loses Tennessee GOP primary

Tennessee Republicans held primary elections on Thursday, selecting candidates for Congress. Charlie Hatcher defeated Andy Ogles in a key Republican primary race. Brent Taylor will face Justin Pearson in another reshaped Memphis district. These primaries tested a new congressional map drawn by state lawmakers. Voters also chose nominees for governor…

International Business Times UK

'The Guy Is Really a Clown': Florida GOP Governor's Race Erupts as Fishback Accuses Rival Donalds of Sex Trafficking

Republican candidate James Fishback accuses rival Byron Donalds of being involved in a federal sex trafficking investigation, citing evidence from a whistleblower. Donalds dismisses the claims as politically motivated.

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Embattled Rep. Andy Ogles loses Republican primary in Tennessee

Tennessee Rep. Andy Ogles lost his primary Thursday, becoming the third House Republican to lose a renomination bid this year. Ogles was trailing former state Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, 53 percent to 47 percent, when The Associated Press called the race for the 5th District at 10:10 p.m. Thursday. The…

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Reason

The GOP Is Warning About Socialism While Quietly Embracing It

Federal ownership of private companies has become routine. And it is happening on the right, even as conservatives point fingers at the left for its socialism.

The Independent UK

Sorry, Marco ... Trump turns to Vance as his successor and tells donors to back vice president in 2028: report

Trump has spent months waffling between his vice president and his Secretary of State Rubio as potential successors to the MAGA brand

Roll Call

At the Races: Crossing lines

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 and Mary Ellen McIntire Poll after poll suggests Americans are deeply split along partisan lines on most…

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‘Time to assess’: GOP senator speaks out on Mitch McConnell’s health concerns

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Don’t underestimate ultraliberal Dems, some GOP senators warn Trump

Several GOP senators warned that Donald Trump should focus his midterm messaging more on how Republicans plan to help voters and less on casting ultraliberal Democratic candidates as communist monsters. The president again on Wednesday, during a stop just off the Las Vegas Strip, described a number of democratic socialist…

The Economic Times

'Need to elect JD', Trump mulls over Vance as Presidential candidate for 2028: Report

President Trump privately indicated support for JD Vance's 2028 presidential aspirations. He told donors he wants to see his vice president win the election. Advisers suggest Trump still weighs Vance and Marco Rubio for succession. Vance has not confirmed his plans and awaits his fourth child's birth. The midterms will…

The Times of India

Vance over Rubio for 2028? What Trump reportedly told donors at private meeting

US President Donald Trump told donors at a private meeting that "we need to elect JD," weighing in on Vice President JD Vance as the Republican Party's presidential candidate for the 2028 election, according to The Washington Post.

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