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Virginia Supreme Court strikes down new Congressional map in major blow to Democrats
The Virginia Supreme Court struck down the state’s voter-approved Congressional map, erasing potential Democratic gains and complicating the party’s path to a U.S. House majority in 2026
Indiana Senators who opposed redistricting wiped out by Trump-backed challengers
The majority of the Indiana state Senators who voted against gerrymandering last year were ousted by Trump-endorsed candidates in their primary elections on Tuesday.
Chedrick Greene wins Michigan special election, Dems retain control of state Senate
Chedrick Greene’s victory in Tuesday’s special election ensures Michigan Democrats will maintain their narrow grip on the state Senate, fending off a Republican attempt to deadlock the chamber through 2026.
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Wisconsin GOP Rep. Dean Kaufert to retire following Heartland Signal inquiry into sexual harassment investigation
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Nearly half of Michigan GOP candidate Terri DeBoer’s early funding comes from DeVos family
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Mike Rogers told Michigan not to worry about gas prices. Now they’re nearly $5 a gallon
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DFL lawmaker mocks JD Vance’s ‘losing streak,’ urges him to visit Minnesota
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Vivek Ramaswamy’s ties to Lutnicks and crypto raise conflict of interest questions in Ohio governor race
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