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Swing-state Democrats embrace law enforcement to hit GOP on crime

Dems have gone on the offensive by linking rising crime rates to gun violence.

Axios · Jul 19, 2022

New FEC filings show no sign of donors abandoning Democrats

WASHINGTON — The president’s party usually loses seats in midterms, and those losses can be significant when the president is unpopular and the economy is in turmoil.

Tribune News Service · Jul 18, 2022

NRA slams Trump's Wisconsin candidate over false endorsement

The National Rifle Association has issued a stinging rebuke after Wisconsin Republican gubernatorial hopeful Tim Michels' campaign falsely claimed the gun advocacy group had endorsed him

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2022

Congress moves to protect marriage equality after Roe decision

The bill is part of the House’s response to the Dobbs ruling.

Axios · Jul 18, 2022

Doug Mastriano is deleting his videos from Facebook as he runs for Pa. governor

PHILADELPHIA — In early April, Doug Mastriano was recording a Facebook Live video on his phone after a legislative session in Harrisburg when he segued into his thoughts on global warming.

The Philadelphia Inquirer · Jul 18, 2022

GOP rep mocked for saying he will ‘never’ give up AR-15 hours after devastating Uvalde report

‘Is this your message to the parents whose kids were slaughtered?’

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2022

Democrats' 'Red to Blue' program adds 5 California GOP congressional seats to target list

LOS ANGELES — Democrats are on defense across the country in this year's midterm elections but appear to believe some of their best chances for flipping GOP congressional districts are in California.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 18, 2022

Pence endorsement in Arizona governor's race puts him at odds with Trump

Arizona's gubernatorial primary is another test for Trump's endorsements — and his dominance over the GOP.

Axios · Jul 18, 2022

Idaho GOP’s anti-abortion platform makes no exception for saving a mother’s life

Idaho Republicans declare abortion is murder from fertilization as anti-abortion lawmakers across US push severe restrictions after end of Roe v Wade

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2022

Political crowdfunding does more than raise money – it can also rile up opponents

The success of politicians in the U.S. largely depends on the amount of funding they receive from various sources. Although political action committees contribute considerably to elections, a recent survey showed that grassroots contributions – gifts under US$200 – are equally crucial and contribute a sizable amount. Donald Trump’s 2016…

The Conversation · Jul 18, 2022