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Bill Scher: The Democrats Shutdown Strategy Is Bad

“The president’s decision to threaten mass layoffs of federal workers should prompt Democrats to shift course. With little chance of passage for legislation to keep the federal government open before the new fiscal year begins on October 1, President Donald … Continue reading

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Forbes Magazine: Watch The Moment When Senate Republicans Table Motion To Compel DOJ To Release Epstein Files

“On Wednesday night, Senate Republicans, with the exception of Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) and Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO), voted to table Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s (D-NY) vote to compel the DOJ to release the Epstein Files.” Source:Forbes Magazine with … Continue reading

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Bill Scher: Ezra Klein (Almost) Gets It Right

“Democrats shouldn’t abet authoritarianism by supporting MAGA spending bills. But neither should they own a government shutdown. There’s a better way. The headline of Ezra Klein’s buzzy New York Times column—“Stop Acting Like This Is Normal”—is correct, because “Democrats cannot … Continue reading

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CBS News: New Push From Lawmakers to Release Epstein Files as Congress Returns From Recess

“Democrats in Congress are making a new push for files related to the Jeffrey Epstein case as lawmakers return from their August recess. CBS News congressional correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more on that and the looming government shutdown deadline.” Source:CBS … Continue reading

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Senator Joni Ernst Won’t Run For Reelection in 2026

“Is Iowa a bellweather? Too early to tell, but the news is good! MAGA Senator Joni Ernst likely has some sooper dooper secret internal polling that scared the snot outta her. Tillis, Tuberville, McConnell also are OUT!” Source:Cheri Jacobus having … Continue reading

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Gary Kasparov: If It’s Far-Right vs. Far-Left, The Far-Right Wins

“If people feel they’re being forced to choose between two extremes, the majority will always tack right. Earlier in the week, I threw this quick observation up on Substack Notes: Lost elections are rigged, won elections are fair. Good job … Continue reading

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CBS News: Kristi Noem Says She Doesn’t Know Senator Alex Padilla After He’s Removed From Her News Conference

“A news conference held by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on Thursday in Los Angeles was interrupted by Sen. Alex Padilla (D-California), who was then forcibly removed from the room. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has more.” Source:CBS News with … Continue reading

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Brenton Goodman: Kristi Noem’s HORRIFIC Blunder Explained

“Secretary Kristi Noem couldn’t define habeas corpus — while defending an administration that may be trying to eliminate it for undocumented immigrants. In this video, we explain what habeas corpus actually is, why it’s a cornerstone of due process, and … Continue reading

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Chris Cillizza: Is The Senate Filibuster On The Brink of Extinction?

“Chris Cillizza discusses a New York Times piece by Carl Hulse that argues the Senate filibuster is on the brink of extinction. Cillizza explores this claim by examining a recent, largely unnoticed event: Senate Republicans, led by John Thune, overrode … Continue reading

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Ben Meiselas: Donald Trump Cabinet BREAKS Under SCORCHING Cross-Exam

“MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Democratic Senators destroying Trump Cabinet Members and top officials during a powerful cross-examination.” Source:Meidas Touch with a look at U.S. Senator Chris “I need a shave” Murphy & Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem. … Continue reading

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