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Republicans head home for the summer after a string of losses in Congress

GOP legislative priorities could be at odds with voters as midterms come into view and Democrats attempt a resurgence

The Guardian - US

Cruz, Democrats push back on FCC move to lift ownership cap

The Trump administration is moving ahead with plans to allow for more consolidation in local television, a move that got pushback from Senate Commerce Chairman Ted Cruz over the role of Congress in changing the television ownership cap. Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr announced plans Wednesday to vote to…

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“I remain proud to have worked with a special talent. I’ll even miss the ‘downs,’ but mostly remember the ‘ups’”: Strawbs mastermind Dave Cousins remembered

A six-decade career full of kindness – and occasional volatility – came to an end when the folk-tinged prog icon died aged 85 in 2025

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Billions in rural broadband funds still on hold

Funds totaling about $20 billion delayed under the federal rural broadband internet program will be subject to new guidance “this summer,” the agency head overseeing the project said Tuesday. National Telecommunications and Information Administration leader Arielle Roth gave lawmakers that timeline at a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee hearing, where…

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After Virginia’s referendum, the Texas-ignited redistricting war is looking like a wash

Most Texas Republicans remained supportive of their state’s redraw even as their gains have been wiped out by California and Virginia.

The Texas Tribune

First-responder network reauthorization advances

House lawmakers are moving forward with a reauthorization of the federally supported communications network for emergency services, despite mixed support from the public safety community for changes in the measure. The House Energy and Commerce Committee voted, 51-0, on Wednesday to forward a bill, as amended, that would reauthorize the…

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NRCC names 9 candidates to rebranded MAGA Majority program - Roll Call

The NRCC has named nine candidates to its initial list of House hopefuls eligible for extra resources in this year’s midterm elections.

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EPA’s end to endangerment finding eases rules for carmakers

The EPA's decision will have immediate impacts on vehicle tailpipe emissions limits and start-stop technology incentives.

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First-responders network faced with calls for change

A House subcommittee will take up a bipartisan bill that would make structural changes to the public-private FirstNet system.

Roll Call

Doug LaMalfa, California Republican congressman, dies aged 65

LaMalfa’s death cuts the House Republican majority to 218-213, tightening GOP control for passing bills

The Guardian - US

NASCAR mourns the loss of Greg Biffle, family in tragic plane crash in North Carolina

Retired NASCAR driver Greg Biffle has died in a North Carolina plane crash along with his wife, two children and three others

The Independent UK

Republicans insist Johnson is safe as speaker despite growing complaints and calls for a new leader

Various House Republicans have expressed confidence in Mike Johnson amid a turbulent moment for the speaker, whose leadership is being questioned

The Independent UK

'Politics Over Peace': White House and MAGA Slam Nobel Committee for Snubbing Trump

The White House and MAGA figures lashed out at the Nobel Committee after former President Donald Trump failed to win the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, accusing it of choosing "politics over peace."

International Business Times UK

US lawmakers urge investigation into Spain's deal with Huawei amid national security concerns

American lawmakers accused Spain of putting US national security at risk by contracting Chinese tech giant Huawei to handle sensitive data.

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No cameras, please: Some offices in Congress warn visitors not to film - Roll Call

On a recent walk around the Capitol complex, we spotted several signs outside doorways discouraging “recording, filming, livestreaming, and photography.”

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‘Etched into my brain’: Addison McDowell on the fentanyl tragedy that led him to Congress - Roll Call

Freshman Republican congressman from North Carolina learned of his brother’s death while working as a staffer for Ted Budd.

Latin Times

GOP Sen. Chuck Grassley Faces Tough Town Hall And Demands To Bring Back Deported Salvadoran Man

Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) faced constituents who protested over the president's refusal to bring back the Salvadoran immigrant who was mistakenly sent to El Salvador's mega-prison.

Latin Times

House Republicans Avoid Town Halls As Angry Voters Flock Meetings To Protest Trump Administration

Republican lawmakers will be stepping away from the spotlight during their two week recess from Congress, avoiding town halls and frustrated voters.

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The Independent UK

Most Republican lawmakers are skipping town halls during long congressional break

Those hosting town halls have implemented some restrictions to attend or moved the format to telephone

The Guardian - US

Republican leadership tells party to stop holding public events – what impact will that have?

While it might save some politicians from public humiliation, it could also deprive Americans of opportunities to interact with their elected officials

The Guardian - US

Elon Musk tells Republicans he isn’t to blame for mass firings of federal workers

Trump and Musk appear to make parallel efforts to distance tech billionaire from radical job slashing in government

Latin Times

Republicans Advised to Avoid In-Person Town Halls Following Heated Confrontations Over Trump Layoffs

The caution comes on the same day in which California Republican Jay Obernolte was called a nazi during a heated "community coffee"

Salon

House GOP warned to dodge town halls

The directive comes after some bruising encounters with town hall attendees furious or concerned about DOGE cuts

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House Republicans Confident In Retaining Majority For 2026

NRCC Chair expresses confidence in GOP's ability to maintain House control for Trump's second term despite fundraising challenges.

The Guardian - US

Republicans conflicted on Trump’s pitch to ‘own’ Gaza: ‘I thought we voted for America First’

Some senior party leaders call Trump’s vow that the US will ‘take over’ Gaza ‘problematic’ while others approve

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