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KFF Health News chief Washington correspondent Julie Rovner appeared on WAMU’s “Health Hub” to discuss how the government shutdown is affecting food benefits and the help many Americans get to offset their health insurance premiums.| Articles Archive - KFF Health News
Enhanced Affordable Care Act marketplace subsidies have emerged as a flash point in the congressional standoff over the federal government shutdown. Republicans point to what they characterize as increasing amounts of fraud as a reason to hold up the subsidies. But there are two sides to the story.| Articles Archive - KFF Health News
House Speaker Steve Montenegro is taking matters into his own hands after Attorney General Kris Mayes did not provide an answer as to whether she'll appeal a court ruling that struck down part of Arizona's birth certificate law. "If the Attorney General won't defend Arizona's laws, we will," Montenegro declared as House Republicans filed a […] The post Steve Montenegro Steps In to Defend Arizona Birth Certificate Law appeared first on Cactus Politics.| Cactus Politics
Attorney General Kris Mayes is taking House Speaker Mike Johnson to federal court, claiming he's illegally preventing a newly elected representative from taking office. Attorney General Kris Mayes announced this week that she's filed a lawsuit demanding that Adelita Grijalva be sworn in to Congress. Grijalva won Arizona's seventh Congressional district election last month with […] The post Kris Mayes Officially Sues Mike Johnson over Grijalva’s Delay appeared first on Cactus Politics.| Cactus Politics
During an appearance on Fox Business' Claman Countdown, Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) discussed the ongoing government shutdown, admitting that "it does suck," while emphasizing that healthcare negotiations need to happen. "This does suck, and I am sorry that we are actually putting you in this situation," Sen. Gallego began, addressing constituents. "And in the short […] The post Ruben Gallego Says Shutdown 'Does Suck,' Emphasizes Healthcare Negotiations appeared first on Cactus Politics.| Cactus Politics
Representative Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ) joined a letter with several other House Republicans affirming Speaker Mike Johnson's (R-LA) blaming of Senate Democrats for the government shutdown while also pushing for healthcare reforms. Republicans have long argued that Democrats refuse to reopen the government because the continuing resolution (CR) passed by House Republicans allows Affordable Care Act […] The post Juan Ciscomani Joins Letter Blaming Senate Democrats for Shutdown appeared first on...| Cactus Politics
Representative Eli Crane (R-AZ) and Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) have teamed up to spearhead a letter demanding more stringent proof of citizenship when registering to vote. As the Daily Wire explained, America First Legal recently filed a petition to the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) calling for such documentary proof of citizenship, with Rep. Crane and […] The post Eli Crane, Ted Cruz Call for Proof of Citizenship in Voter Registration appeared first on Cactus Politics.| Cactus Politics
Governor Katie Hobbs announced an investment this week to help Arizona families stay in their homes and support people experiencing homelessness. The $13.5 million in grant funding will go directly to nonprofit organizations and local governments working on the front lines of the housing crisis. The money comes from the Arizona Promise Budget and brings […] The post Katie Hobbs Delivers $13.5 Million to Fight Homelessness Across Arizona appeared first on Cactus Politics.| Cactus Politics
Gina Swoboda, the current chairwoman of the Arizona Republican Party, announced this week that she's running for Congress in Arizona's 1st Congressional District, and President Donald Trump has endorsed her candidacy. This endorsement carries significant weight in Arizona Republican primaries. The endorsement comes as the district, which covers Scottsdale and northeast Phoenix, becomes one of […] The post Trump Endorses Arizona GOP Chair Swoboda for Competitive Congressional Seat appeared...| Cactus Politics
Governor Katie Hobbs announced changes last week to Arizona's disability services system, directing state agencies to pause care hour reductions and create new exceptions for families caring for children with complex needs. The governor ordered the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) to build flexibility into a recently implemented assessment tool used to determine […] The post Katie Hobbs Delays Care Hour Cuts for Families of Children with Disabilities appeared first on Ca...| Cactus Politics
U.S. Representative Chip Roy (R) is pressing the San Antonio Airport (SAT) for answers after reports surfaced that the airport refused to display a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) video, which addresses the ongoing government shutdown and its impact on Transportation Security Administration (TSA) operations. Roy expressed disappointment in a letter to SAT Officials, citing […] The post Chip Roy Questions San Antonio International Airport Over DHS Video Refusal appeared first on Texas ...| Texas Politics
During an interview with Newsmax, U.S. Representative Beth Van Duyne (R) criticized congressional Democrats amid the ongoing government shutdown, arguing that they have repeatedly supported similar spending bills in the past, but are now obstructing progress due to political opposition to President Donald Trump. "We have seen Democrats vote for this 13 times; the only […] The post Beth Van Duyne Criticizes Democrats for Ongoing Government Shutdown appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R), joined by Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), has introduced the Advancing Research in Nuclear Fuel Recycling Act of 2025. The legislation aims to strengthen America's energy independence through nuclear innovation. The bill directs the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to conduct a comprehensive study on the costs, benefits, and risks of […] The post Ted Cruz Leads Bipartisan Push to Advance Nuclear Fuel Recycling Research appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R) praised the announcement that the National Domestic Violence Hotline, based in Austin, Texas, will receive nearly $19 million in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). The funding will allow the Hotline to continue providing 24/7 support for […] The post Cornyn Applauds $19M for National Domestic Violence Hotline appeared first on Texas Politics.| Texas Politics
U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R), joined by Tommy Tuberville (R-AL), has introduced the No Sharia Act, which aims to prohibit the use or enforcement of Sharia Law a| Texas Politics
Marjorie Cohn previews some of the cases the U.S. high court will use to establish the limits of executive power. By Marjorie Cohn Truthout The Supreme Court’s new term, which began last week, presents the court with a monumental opportunity to…Read more →| Consortium News
In an op-ed for The Washington Times, U.S. Representative August Pfluger (R) criticized the Biden-Harris Administration's energy policies and highlighted Republ| Texas Politics
WASHINGTON (OSV News) — Congressional lawmakers failed to pass legislation to fund the federal government, resulting in a federal government shutdown at the end of September. Catholic groups that serve the poor urged lawmakers to end gridlock.| catholicreview.org
Arizona residents will spend the next two and a half years behind bars after orchestrating an elaborate s| Cactus Politics
Experts say there could be an average increase in health insurance rates for individual markets of over 16% — nearly 13% for small group markets — if enhanced tax credits are not extended.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Democratic leaders are adamantly opposed to the funding bill and are threatening a government shutdown if Republicans don't let them have a say on the measure.| Global News
FBI Director Kash Patel appeared before the House Judiciary Committee this week for congressional oversig| Cactus Politics
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Arizona legislators are proceeding with additional hearings to examine potential fraud within the state's| Cactus Politics
From the commentary, "Democrats wanting their party to take back power should promise relief to a public wearied by daily Trumpian chaos."| West Central Tribune
This post is for historical informational purposes only. Please do not refer to this post for information pertaining to current Claims Conference programs. Visit What We Do for current program guidelines and information. Thank you. June 6, 2011 In a letter to Congress, six major Jewish organizations that have been long-time advocates for Holocaust survivors warn that […] The post Major Jewish Organizations Oppose Proposed Holocaust Insurance Legislation appeared first on Claims Conference.| Claims Conference
A new Emerson College poll finds Senator John Cornyn (R) and Attorney General Ken Paxton (R) locked in a statistical tie in the race for the Republican nominati| Texas Politics
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R), Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Africa and Global Health Policy, has called on President Trump (R) to formal| Texas Politics
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ramping up efforts to control a dangerous livestock pest by releasing millions of sterile flies over Texas and Mexi| Texas Politics
Iran’s airsp| Cactus Politics
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Arizona continues to receive national recognition for granting families significant authority over their chi| Cactus Politics
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Gov. Tim Walz is set to appear alongside governors from New York and Illinois over immigration enforcement as part of a hearing with “sanctuary governors.”| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Gov. Tim Walz is set to appear alongside governors from New York and Illinois over immigration enforcement as part of a hearing with “sanctuary governors.”| Perham Focus
Anti-abortion lawmakers are trying to dismantle the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act. Learn more about this decades-long law protecting patients and providers from violent protesters and take action to stop its repeal. Just days after the bombing of a fertility clinic, anti-abortion advocates work to dismantle the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act.| Center for Reproductive Rights
Vote tallies as of 11:59 p.m. Tuesday showed Republican Michelle Fischbach holding a commanding two-to-one lead over Democratic challenger A.J. Peters.| Bemidji Pioneer
A rare fracture among Republicans helped stall what would have been the most extreme escalation yet of anti-BDS laws in the U.S., Robert Inlakesh reports. By Robert Inlakesh MintPress News A sweeping pro-Israel bill backed by Republican leadership and American Israel Public Affairs Committe| Consortium News
The third-term senator looks to fill Rep. Angie Craig’s seat, following her announcement to run for U.S. Senate.| Rochester Post Bulletin
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President Donald Trump recently unveiled a list of tariffs| Cactus Politics
Almost all of Arizona's Congressional delegation has united behind Representative Juan Ciscomani's (| Cactus Politics
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Agenda includes extending tax cuts, tightening border security and deportations| Superior Telegram
Agenda includes extending tax cuts, tightening border security and deportations| Detroit Lakes Tribune
From the commentary, "... It's pretty naive to think that Trump cares about the people who put him in office. All he wanted was their votes. He got them."| West Central Tribune
From the commentary, "Unfortunately ... the people who have created the problem pay no penalty for their refusal to do what used to be called the right thing."| West Central Tribune
Summary: Donald Trump would do well to withdraw from the field and allow younger and less controversial candidates to replace him. His record of policy successes while president are undeniable (except for those in denial), but his narcissistic personality contributed to his loss. It is also…| West Central Tribune
Dozens of people, frustrated with the current administration and U.S. Congress, bundled up for the extremely cold temperatures on Wednesday to protest outside U.S. Rep. Michelle Fischbach's Willmar office.| West Central Tribune
Minnesota congresswoman Smith said the decision to step out of the race for 2026 is “not political, it is entirely personal.”| InForum
Following the first vote to elect a Speaker of the House of Representatives for the 119th Congress, former Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) has reached the threshold to retain the gavel. This moment could've been a massive roadblock not only for Republicans in the lower chamber but for President-elect Donald Trump (R) as the 2024 election is certified on Jan. 6.| Texas Politics
Former Air Force Pilot and current congressman – Representative August Pfluger (R-TX) – sounded the alarm after seeing videos of China’s sixth-generation aircraft displayed in the skies. You can see a video and pictures of the new technology below:| Texas Politics
"There is no time to waste on a needlessly protracted Washington scuffle," Gaetz said on social media.| Superior Telegram
Democrats outline concerns over sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Matt Gaetz, Trump’s pick for attorney general, and call on Reps. Michelle Fischbach and Majority Whip Tom Emmer to act| St. Cloud Live
Democrats outline concerns over sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Matt Gaetz, Trump’s pick for attorney general, and call on Reps. Michelle Fischbach and Majority Whip Tom Emmer to act| Bemidji Pioneer
Democrats outline concerns over sexual misconduct allegations against Rep. Matt Gaetz, Trump’s pick for attorney general, and call on Reps. Michelle Fischbach and Majority Whip Tom Emmer to act| Rochester Post Bulletin
Representatives Byron Donalds (R-FL) and Wesley Hunt (R-TX) are calling out Democrats for their disdain of voter ID laws as progressives have called the measure “racist” and believe it will disproportionately and purposely affect black voters.| Texas Politics
Goldman Sachs – one of the world’s leading financial services firms – has decided to leave the Climate Action 100+ Network (CAN), a group dedicated to “fight the climate crisis and to achieve social justice.” This group has grabbed the attention of Republicans in the House Judiciary Committee who described the organization as a “cartel” that looks to enforce action from corporate greenhouse gas emitters. Representative Randy Weber (R-TX), especially after Goldman Sachs broke gro...| Texas Politics
White, a Republican, is a former pro basketball player known for spreading conspiracy theories. He will run against U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar, a Democrat, on the Nov. 5 general election ballot.| St. Cloud Live
The two-term incumbent will face off against DFL candidate AJ Peters in the Nov. 5 general election.| Alexandria Echo Press
Voters this fall will see a rematch between the incumbent Republican and his DFL challenger.| Duluth News Tribune
Two men with very different backgrounds and priorities will face off for the right to challenge longtime DFL incumbent Amy Klobuchar.| Duluth News Tribune
Joyce Lacey, endorsed by the Independence-Alliance Party, spoke about the coming race against incumbent Sen. Amy Klobuchar and the winner of the GOP primary.| Rochester Post Bulletin
Twitter is a popular social medium for members of U.S. Congress, and the platform has become focal for framing policy discussions for constituents and the media. The current study examines the corpus of N = 5,768 Congressional tweets sent on the day of and week following the 2018 Parkland shooting, over 25 percent of which (n = 1,615) were related to the shooting. Democrats were far more likely to engage Parkland as a prominent topic in their Twitter feeds. Democrats framed Parkland discussio...| Journal of Mass Violence Research
