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As Iran war drags on, midterm forecasts for Republicans get even worse

The GOP was already bracing for a tough election, but with the ceasefire in doubt, gas prices are likely to stay high, and voters’ economic outlook is dismal.
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As Iran war drags on, midterm forecasts for Republicans get even worse

The GOP was already bracing for a tough election, but with the ceasefire in doubt, gas prices are likely to stay high, and voters’ economic outlook is dismal.

New disclosures reveal how DOGE actually worked

Depositions offer insight into what Elon Musk’s group was up to. Members describe a club-like atmosphere in which they slashed agencies with little oversight.
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New disclosures reveal how DOGE actually worked

Depositions offer insight into what Elon Musk’s group was up to. Members describe a club-like atmosphere in which they slashed agencies with little oversight.

Swalwell suspends campaign for Calif. governor amid growing rancor over sexual misconduct claims

Several Democratic and Republican lawmakers said they would be in favor of voting to expel Swalwell, as well as Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), who both face misconduct allegations.
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Swalwell suspends campaign for Calif. governor amid growing rancor over sexual misconduct claims

Several Democratic and Republican lawmakers said they would be in favor of voting to expel Swalwell, as well as Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), who both face misconduct allegations.

Trump attacks Pope Leo, taking credit for his election as bishop of Rome

President Trump wrote that Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pontiff, was “weak” and “terrible” on crime and foreign policy. Leo has criticized the Iran war.
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Trump attacks Pope Leo, taking credit for his election as bishop of Rome

President Trump wrote that Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pontiff, was “weak” and “terrible” on crime and foreign policy. Leo has criticized the Iran war.

Inside Vance’s Iran negotiations: No deal, but ‘friendly’ talks

Vice President JD Vance’s negotiations in Pakistan with Iran failed to end the war, but progress was reported on building goodwill.
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Inside Vance’s Iran negotiations: No deal, but ‘friendly’ talks

Vice President JD Vance’s negotiations in Pakistan with Iran failed to end the war, but progress was reported on building goodwill.

Hungary’s Viktor Orban, ally of Trump and Putin, concedes election defeat

WIth record turnout, Hungarians chose to end the 16-year rule of the prime minister who was a self-proclaimed champion of illiberal Christian democracy.
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Hungary’s Viktor Orban, ally of Trump and Putin, concedes election defeat

WIth record turnout, Hungarians chose to end the 16-year rule of the prime minister who was a self-proclaimed champion of illiberal Christian democracy.

Trump announces naval blockade of Iran after Islamabad talks yield no deal

The blockade could derail a tenuous ceasefire after just five days. Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. remains open to diplomacy if Iran takes “our final and best offer.”
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Trump announces naval blockade of Iran after Islamabad talks yield no deal

The blockade could derail a tenuous ceasefire after just five days. Vice President JD Vance said the U.S. remains open to diplomacy if Iran takes “our final and best offer.”

Calls grow for Rep. Swalwell to resign or be expelled over misconduct claims

Several Democratic and Republican lawmakers said they would be in favor of voting to expel Swalwell, as well as Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), who both face misconduct allegations.
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Calls grow for Rep. Swalwell to resign or be expelled over misconduct claims

Several Democratic and Republican lawmakers said they would be in favor of voting to expel Swalwell, as well as Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas), who both face misconduct allegations.

Record voter turnout as Hungary’s Viktor Orban fights for political survival

The U.S. president and vice president strongly backed Prime Minister Viktor Orban, a Kremlin ally and E.U. antagonist, but he trails in polls after 16 years in power.
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Record voter turnout as Hungary’s Viktor Orban fights for political survival

The U.S. president and vice president strongly backed Prime Minister Viktor Orban, a Kremlin ally and E.U. antagonist, but he trails in polls after 16 years in power.

Swalwell staffers stand with accusers as Manhattan DA confirms investigation

The California Democratic gubernatorial candidate is facing growing pressure to withdraw from the race after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct.
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Swalwell staffers stand with accusers as Manhattan DA confirms investigation

The California Democratic gubernatorial candidate is facing growing pressure to withdraw from the race after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct.

Powerful surveillance program faces obstacles as renewal deadline looms

A recent classified court ruling on the bulk data collection of Section 702 raised concerns about the government’s use of the intelligence tool on Americans.
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Powerful surveillance program faces obstacles as renewal deadline looms

A recent classified court ruling on the bulk data collection of Section 702 raised concerns about the government’s use of the intelligence tool on Americans.

Manhattan DA investigating sexual assault claim against Rep. Eric Swalwell

The California Democratic gubernatorial candidate is facing growing pressure to withdraw from the race after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct.
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Manhattan DA investigating sexual assault claim against Rep. Eric Swalwell

The California Democratic gubernatorial candidate is facing growing pressure to withdraw from the race after multiple women accused him of sexual misconduct.

Vance, who wasn’t keen on Iran war, now tasked with trying to end it

The weekend’s peace talks in Islamabad mark Vance’s highest-profile assignment as vice president, with concomitant political risk.
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Vance, who wasn’t keen on Iran war, now tasked with trying to end it

The weekend’s peace talks in Islamabad mark Vance’s highest-profile assignment as vice president, with concomitant political risk.

In 1990, a bipartisan Congress passed historic bills. Then it cracked apart.

36 years ago, a Republican president and Democratic lawmakers produced monumental laws. Now, a broken Congress has enabled Trump to undo key parts of that legacy.
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In 1990, a bipartisan Congress passed historic bills. Then it cracked apart.

36 years ago, a Republican president and Democratic lawmakers produced monumental laws. Now, a broken Congress has enabled Trump to undo key parts of that legacy.

Early audition for 2028 hopefuls focuses on civil rights issues

Democratic speakers were pressed to address voting rights, affirmative action and other issues at the Rev. Al Sharpton’s four-day conference.
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Early audition for 2028 hopefuls focuses on civil rights issues

Democratic speakers were pressed to address voting rights, affirmative action and other issues at the Rev. Al Sharpton’s four-day conference.

Eric Swalwell, California governor candidate, accused of sexual assault by ex-staffer

Supporters of Rep. Eric Swalwell’s campaign withdrew support, including two congressmen who chaired his campaign and two senators who endorsed his bid.
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Eric Swalwell, California governor candidate, accused of sexual assault by ex-staffer

Supporters of Rep. Eric Swalwell’s campaign withdrew support, including two congressmen who chaired his campaign and two senators who endorsed his bid.

Eliot Engel, a prominent voice on foreign affairs in the House, dies at 79

The New York Democrat helped lead the first impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. He served for 16 terms before losing his reelection bid in 2020.
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Eliot Engel, a prominent voice on foreign affairs in the House, dies at 79

The New York Democrat helped lead the first impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. He served for 16 terms before losing his reelection bid in 2020.

Two Metro workers shot and killed in murder-suicide, police say

Metro General Manager Randy Clarke said the incident did not happen on Metro property. The shooting is being investigated as “domestic related,” D.C. police said.
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Two Metro workers shot and killed in murder-suicide, police say

Metro General Manager Randy Clarke said the incident did not happen on Metro property. The shooting is being investigated as “domestic related,” D.C. police said.

Undocumented teen found guilty of assaults at Northern Virginia high school

A Fairfax High School administrative assistant testified in court that Israel Flores Ortiz, an 18-year-old junior at the school, admitted to the allegations.
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Undocumented teen found guilty of assaults at Northern Virginia high school

A Fairfax High School administrative assistant testified in court that Israel Flores Ortiz, an 18-year-old junior at the school, admitted to the allegations.

Trump officials unveil designs for president’s controversial 250-foot arch

Military veterans have sued to halt the project, saying it would alter key views of Arlington National Cemetery.
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Trump officials unveil designs for president’s controversial 250-foot arch

Military veterans have sued to halt the project, saying it would alter key views of Arlington National Cemetery.

Cardinal’s meeting at Pentagon was ‘unusual,’ Vatican official says

U.S. and Vatican officials have sought to downplay accounts of a strained relationship, but there have been tensions between the Trump administration and the Catholic Church.
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Cardinal’s meeting at Pentagon was ‘unusual,’ Vatican official says

U.S. and Vatican officials have sought to downplay accounts of a strained relationship, but there have been tensions between the Trump administration and the Catholic Church.

Crowd chants ‘Run again!’ to Kamala Harris, who said she’s ‘thinking about it’

The former vice president’s statement at a Black political convention was one of her most explicit signals yet that she could campaign again for president in 2028.
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Crowd chants ‘Run again!’ to Kamala Harris, who said she’s ‘thinking about it’

The former vice president’s statement at a Black political convention was one of her most explicit signals yet that she could campaign again for president in 2028.

Vatican meeting at Pentagon was ‘unusual,’ a church official says

U.S. and Vatican officials have sought to downplay accounts of a strained relationship, but there have been tensions between the Trump administration and the Catholic Church.
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Vatican meeting at Pentagon was ‘unusual,’ a church official says

U.S. and Vatican officials have sought to downplay accounts of a strained relationship, but there have been tensions between the Trump administration and the Catholic Church.

U.S. negotiators to ask Iran to release detained Americans

The request for the Americans’ release may be delayed if the talks between President Donald Trump’s team and Iran prove difficult, according to people briefed on the plans.
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U.S. negotiators to ask Iran to release detained Americans

The request for the Americans’ release may be delayed if the talks between President Donald Trump’s team and Iran prove difficult, according to people briefed on the plans.

Is Chuck Schumer leaving his top candidate recruit twisting in the wind?

Maine’s Democratic governor, Janet Mills, has gone negative against Graham Platner. The attacks have not worked, and Minority Leader Charles Schumer so far has declined to bail her out.
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Is Chuck Schumer leaving his top candidate recruit twisting in the wind?

Maine’s Democratic governor, Janet Mills, has gone negative against Graham Platner. The attacks have not worked, and Minority Leader Charles Schumer so far has declined to bail her out.

The DNC expected big money after big Democratic wins. It never came.

The Democratic National Committee has scaled back some of its plans as donors remain reluctant to give, despite candidates’ recent victories.
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The DNC expected big money after big Democratic wins. It never came.

The Democratic National Committee has scaled back some of its plans as donors remain reluctant to give, despite candidates’ recent victories.

Democrats worry Schumer’s pick in Maine could imperil hopes of Senate control

Maine’s Democratic governor, Janet Mills, has gone negative against Graham Platner. The attacks have not worked, and Minority Leader Charles Schumer so far has declined to bail her out.
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Democrats worry Schumer’s pick in Maine could imperil hopes of Senate control

Maine’s Democratic governor, Janet Mills, has gone negative against Graham Platner. The attacks have not worked, and Minority Leader Charles Schumer so far has declined to bail her out.

Melania Trump denies close ties to Jeffrey Epstein in rare public statement

The White House declined to comment on the timing of a statement that seems likely to once more focus attention on the Epstein case.
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Melania Trump denies close ties to Jeffrey Epstein in rare public statement

The White House declined to comment on the timing of a statement that seems likely to once more focus attention on the Epstein case.

Melania Trump denies close ties to Jeffrey Epstein in rare news conference

The White House declined to comment on the timing of a statement that seems likely to once more focus attention on the Epstein case.
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Melania Trump denies close ties to Jeffrey Epstein in rare news conference

The White House declined to comment on the timing of a statement that seems likely to once more focus attention on the Epstein case.

DOJ presses for its own search of Post reporter’s phone, laptops

Federal prosecutors want to overturn a magistrate judge’s decision to review reporter Hannah Natanson’s seized devices on behalf of the government and turn over information relevant to a leak investigation.
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DOJ presses for its own search of Post reporter’s phone, laptops

Federal prosecutors want to overturn a magistrate judge’s decision to review reporter Hannah Natanson’s seized devices on behalf of the government and turn over information relevant to a leak investigation.

USDA secretary’s ‘He is Risen’ Easter email unnerves some staff members

The email was the latest in a string of unprecedented expressions of Christian proselytizing by administration leaders.
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USDA secretary’s ‘He is Risen’ Easter email unnerves some staff members

The email was the latest in a string of unprecedented expressions of Christian proselytizing by administration leaders.