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Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

Axios

U.S. to Focus on Sanctions Rather Than Strikes Against Iran, Says Rubio

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has communicated to foreign counterparts that the U.S. will not initiate new strikes against Iran for the time being, focusing instead on sanctions and economic pressure. U.S. officials believe that the naval blockade and increased oil transport have significantly reduced Iran's leverage in global energy markets.

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Washington Examiner

Darline Graham Nordone Faces Uncertainty Ahead of South Carolina Senate GOP Primary

Sen. Darline Graham Nordone (R-SC) is facing challenges ahead of the Republican Senate primary runoff in South Carolina, particularly following a debate that raised questions about her experience. Initially leading in polls, her position has weakened after comments regarding national security. The runoff against Rep. Ralph Norman will determine the Republican nominee for the Senate.

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Fox News — Latest

California Governor Plans Legal Action Against Trump Administration Over Mail-in Voting Restrictions

California Governor Gavin Newsom has announced plans to sue the Trump administration over its mail-in voting restrictions following a Supreme Court ruling that favored the administration. The ruling lifted an injunction blocking the enforcement of Trump's executive order, which directs federal agencies to compile citizenship-based lists of eligible voters. Newsom's office is also advancing two bills aimed at protecting California's elections from interference.

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Fox News — Politics

California Governor Newsom Plans Legal Action Against Trump Administration Over Mail-In Voting

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to sue the Trump administration over its mail-in voting restrictions following a Supreme Court ruling that allowed the enforcement of certain provisions of Trump's executive order. The governor's office is also promoting two bills aimed at protecting election integrity in California.

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Fox News — Latest

DHS Responds to Keisha Lance Bottoms' Remarks on ICE

Keisha Lance Bottoms, a Democratic gubernatorial candidate in Georgia, highlighted her past decision to cut ties with ICE during her tenure as Atlanta's mayor, which elicited a strong rebuke from the Department of Homeland Security. DHS criticized her actions, stating they obstructed federal immigration laws and emphasized the importance of cooperation with ICE for community safety.

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Al Jazeera English

US Air Force Major Faces Charges for Criticism of President Trump

Major Jason Watson of the US Air Force is facing military charges for publicly calling for the impeachment of President Trump and Vice President Vance. The charges are based on a rarely used military law that prohibits contemptuous remarks about the President and other officials. Watson's lawyer stated that he was aware of the risks involved in his actions.

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Al Jazeera English

US lawmakers call for action to secure release of American student detained by Israel

More than 40 US lawmakers have urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to advocate for the release of Sama Safi, a 20-year-old American citizen detained by the Israeli military since June. The lawmakers expressed concern for her health and highlighted her chronic medical condition, stating that she has not received adequate medical care while in custody. The State Department has acknowledged awareness of the situation but did not comment on specifics due to privacy concerns.

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Al Jazeera English

US lawmakers call for action on behalf of American student detained by Israel

Over 40 US lawmakers have urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to advocate for the release of Sama Safi, a 20-year-old American detained by Israel since June. The lawmakers expressed concerns about her deteriorating health and lack of access to medical care while in custody. The State Department has acknowledged the situation but has not provided specific comments on Safi's case.

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The Daily Beast

MAGA Influencer Jennica Pounds Disclosed as Department of Defense Employee

Jennica Pounds, a MAGA influencer known as DataRepublican, has been revealed to be an employee of the Department of Defense. The disclosure came amid a social media dispute where Pounds accused Undersecretary of State Sarah Rogers of attempting to entrap her. Pounds later clarified her employment status and defended her role as a Special Government Employee.

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Washington Post — Politics

House GOP faces complaint for using official footage in campaign materials

A complaint has been lodged against Rep. Richard Hudson for using official House footage in campaign materials, which is against established rules. The complaint highlights concerns regarding the use of official recordings for political campaigning.

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The Hill

Graham and Norman Compete for GOP Nomination in South Carolina Senate Runoff

Senator Darline Graham and Representative Ralph Norman are in a runoff for the GOP nomination in the South Carolina Senate race. They advanced after the primary election did not yield a candidate with a majority of votes, with Graham leading Norman by 8 percentage points.

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The Hill

Trump-Endorsed Candidate Competes in Oklahoma GOP Runoff

A GOP runoff in Oklahoma is set to determine the nominee to replace Governor Kevin Stitt. Mike Mazzei, endorsed by former President Trump, is competing against state Attorney General Gentner Drummond, who has faced criticism from Trump.

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