Missouri lawmakers adopt US House districts with GOP edge The Missouri Legislature has approved new congressional districts that are expected to continue Republicans' edge in upcoming elections The Independent UK · May 13, 2022
Voting changes win approval in Missouri House, now head to governor JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — The Missouri House sent a series of election changes to Gov. Mike Parson’s desk Thursday, including a renewed attempt to require voters to present a photo ID in order to cast a ballot. St. Louis Post-Dispatch · May 13, 2022
Trump stays out of major Minn. races ahead of GOP convention MINNEAPOLIS — Donald Trump's endorsement is helping shape Republican races across the country, but the former president hasn't picked a side in the party's unsettled race for Minnesota governor. Tribune News Service · May 13, 2022
For Georgia swing voters, abortion isn’t the deciding issue Focus groups pour cold water on Democrats' hopes to win based on calls to protect Roe v. Wade. Axios · May 13, 2022
Inside campaign fundraising: Pelosi hits Chicago for Democrats; major GOP donor retreat in city The COVID in-person political fundraising pause is over, and I’ve got a packed Chicago related round-up for you Chicago Sun-Times · May 13, 2022
Senate GOP puts up roadblocks to bipartisan House bill for veterans’ burn pit care Thousands of military veterans who are sick after being exposed to toxic smoke and dust while on duty are facing a Senate roadblock to ambitious legislation designed to provide them care. Tribune News Service · May 12, 2022
Barletta is getting new support in Pa. governor’s race as GOP leaders try to stop Mastriano PHILADELPHIA — Lou Barletta, darling of the Republican establishment? The Philadelphia Inquirer · May 12, 2022
What to know about the GOP Senate candidate who Trump has warned against Barnette is soaring in the polls ahead of the closely watched contest for Pennsylvania's Republican Senate Primary. Axios · May 12, 2022
McConnell defends Supreme Court on abortion, says impact will be 'a wash' in midterms Senate's top Republican says the Supreme Court's role is to protect basic rights, even when majorities are in favor of something else. "That happens all the time." WEKU · May 12, 2022
McConnell defends Supreme Court on abortion, says issue will be 'a wash' in midterms Senate's top Republican says the Supreme Court's role is to protect basic rights, even when majorities are in favor of something else. "That happens all the time." WEKU · May 12, 2022
At the Races: Still Roe-verberating - Roll Call The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories, with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter. Roll Call · May 12, 2022
After targeted protests, GOP senators say home addresses should not be public BOISE, Idaho — Idaho’s U.S. senators have proposed a bill they say would limit targeted protests at the homes of elected officials. Tribune News Service · May 12, 2022
Senate leaders push for quick OK for fresh $40B for Ukraine Leaders from both parties are trying to clear the way for Senate passage Thursday of an additional $40 billion for Ukraine and its allies The Independent UK · May 12, 2022
In an unprecedented move, Jan. 6 panel subpoenas McCarthy and other Republicans There is little history of a congressional committee issuing subpoenas for members of Congress. The move now escalates the war between House Republicans opposed to the investigation and the panel. WEKU · May 12, 2022
WEKU · May 12, 2022 In unprecedented move, Jan. 6 panel subpoenas McCarthy and other Republicans There is little history of a congressional committee issuing subpoenas for members of Congress. The move now escalates the war between House Republicans opposed to the investigation and the panel.
Tribune News Service · May 12, 2022 Multiple threats mean there’s no shortage of vulnerable House members WASHINGTON — With less than six months to go until Election Day, the 10 most vulnerable House members face different threats. Some face primaries that will settle their fates in the coming months. Others face headwinds that could make it difficult to defend their seats in November, as do some…
Roll Call · May 12, 2022 House GOP leader McCarthy, four other Republicans subpoenaed by Jan. 6 panel - Roll Call The panel investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot issued subpoenas for GOP leader Kevin McCarthy and other Republicans.
Salon · May 12, 2022 MTG picks a fight with Dan Crenshaw “Still going after that slot on Russia Today huh?”
Salon · May 12, 2022 Judge blocks Ron DeSantis' racist map DeSantis' plan "diminishes African Americans' ability to elect the representatives of their choice," judge says
Salon · May 12, 2022 Right-wing youth culture finds God Nick Fuentes' racist "groyper" movement is building a coalition with far-right Catholics. They have a plan
Axios · May 12, 2022 Biden administration and GOP clash over vaccine strategy The administration wants to keep access as open as possible, but the GOP wants to reduce wastage.
Roll Call · May 12, 2022 Multiple threats mean there's no shortage of vulnerable House members - Roll Call With less than six months to go until Election Day, the 10 most vulnerable House members face different threats.
Miami Herald · May 12, 2022 Fabiola Santiago: Wait until students figure out that DeSantis’ Florida and communism are bedfellows! What do Cuba and Florida have in common?
Tribune News Service · May 12, 2022 Carl P. Leubsdorf: Now it's Democrats painting GOP as too extreme In the 2020 election, Republicans enjoyed substantial success in their efforts to demonize Democrats by labeling many as socialists and assailing those seeking to revamp or defund local police departments.