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Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

Washington Examiner

John Thune states GOP would accept John Fetterman if he leaves the Democratic Party

Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed that Republicans would welcome Senator John Fetterman if he decided to leave the Democratic Party. Thune noted Fetterman's moderate stance within a party he perceives as moving further left. Fetterman has recently faced internal party conflicts and has raised concerns about the Democratic Party's position on Israel.

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Al Jazeera English

EEOC Proposes Ending Racial and Gender Workforce Data Collection

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has proposed ending the collection of racial and gender workforce data. The proposal is currently open for public commentary and has been met with considerable criticism.

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Fox News — Politics

Virginia Senator Mark Warner Faces Criticism Over Voter ID Law Comments

Virginia Senator Mark Warner is facing criticism from Republican challengers over his comments regarding the state's voter ID laws during a television interview. Warner's opponents argue that his misunderstanding of the laws raises concerns about his ability to protect election integrity. The discussion centers around the SAVE Act, which aims to enhance election security by requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration.

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Fox News — Latest

Virginia Senator Mark Warner Faces Criticism Over Voter ID Law Comments

Virginia Senator Mark Warner is under scrutiny for his comments about the state's voter ID laws during a TV interview, where he was corrected by an anchor. Republican challengers have criticized Warner's understanding of the laws and his opposition to the SAVE Act, which seeks to enhance election security. The Act proposes requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote, a point of contention between Republicans and Democrats.

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The Daily Beast

Immigration Status of Florida Man Killed During ICE Encounter Confirmed

Juan Jairo Coronilla Duran, a 28-year-old Mexican man, was killed by a tractor-trailer while fleeing from ICE agents in Florida on July 14. He was in the U.S. on a valid tourist visa and had been vacationing for three weeks. His death is part of a troubling trend, with multiple immigration enforcement-related fatalities reported recently.

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Al Jazeera English

Analysts Discuss Potential for US-Iran Truce Amid Rising Tensions

Analysts are concerned that the rising number of attacks between the US and Iran is complicating efforts to reach a truce. They suggest that the political costs of compromise are increasing, potentially closing the window for peace.

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Axios

New Jersey removes noncitizens from voter rolls due to software error

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill has ordered the removal of 6,600 noncitizens from voter rolls due to a software error that occurred before her administration. The error involved individuals who were incorrectly registered while applying for driver's licenses and ID cards. Sherrill stated that there is no evidence that any elections were impacted by this issue.

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Washington Post — World

Senate Hearing on Trump Administration's Strategy for Iran Conflict

Lawmakers are expected to inquire about the Trump administration's strategy for the ongoing conflict in Iran during a Senate hearing. The administration is seeking $67 billion in additional funding to cover related expenses.

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Guardian — US

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Addresses Senate on $87.6 Billion Funding Request

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended a supplemental funding request of $87.6 billion for the Pentagon during a Senate Appropriations Committee meeting on July 21, 2026. Lawmakers expressed concerns over the financial costs of the US-Israel conflict in Iran, with $67.1 billion of the request allocated for military operations.

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The Hill

Maine Senate candidate Troy Jackson faces allegations of temper

Troy Jackson, the Democratic nominee for the Senate in Maine, is facing allegations related to his temper. He has been accused of verbally berating Rachel Talbot Ross, a former House Speaker, during his time as Senate President.

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Washington Examiner

US and China to Discuss Artificial Intelligence in September

The United States and China are set to hold talks on artificial intelligence in September, focusing on the risks of advanced AI models and competitive dynamics. The discussions will be led by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and are expected to occur before Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to the U.S. on September 24. The meeting will mark the first dialogue on AI between the two nations under the Trump administration.

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Fox News — Politics

California's $6.2 Million Diaper Contract Raises Questions Over Bidding Process

California Governor Gavin Newsom's administration disclosed a $6.2 million contract with Baby2Baby aimed at providing diapers to families of newborns, following questions about the contract's noncompetitive status. Despite Newsom's claims of a competitive bidding process, the contract was categorized as noncompetitively bid, raising concerns about transparency and evaluation standards.

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PBS NewsHour

Senators to Question Defense Secretary Hegseth on Military Funding and Iran

Senators are set to question Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about U.S. military actions in Iran during a hearing on July 21, 2026. The discussion will focus on a proposed $95 billion budget package that includes military funding, aid for farmers, and voting law changes.

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PBS NewsHour

Defense Secretary Hegseth discusses military funding amid U.S. involvement in Iran

On July 21, 2026, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth estimated the cost of the U.S. war with Iran at $37.5 billion during a session where he faced questions and protests. Meanwhile, Republicans are working on a $95 billion budget package to support military funding and other White House initiatives.

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