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Hillary Clinton criticized Republican lawmakers after a six-hour closed-door deposition regarding her involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein case, expressing frustration over their questioning and approach.

Republican lawmakers have introduced a bill to prevent illegal immigrants from possessing firearms while serving as law enforcement officers.

Georgia Republicans are advocating for a bill that would financially penalize sanctuary jurisdictions for crimes committed by illegal immigrants, in response to the murder of nursing student Laken Riley.

Senator Ted Cruz endorses Steve Toth for Congress in Texas's 2nd Congressional District, challenging incumbent Dan Crenshaw.

Republican strategists are excited about perceived Democratic missteps during Trump's State of the Union address, viewing them as advantageous for the upcoming midterm elections.

Hillary Clinton claims that Republican legislation makes voting harder for married women, a statement dismissed by GOP lawmakers.

House Republicans are pursuing a censure against Rep. Al Green after his disruption during President Trump's address for the second consecutive year.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a GOP Senate candidate, plans to confront establishment opponents during President Trump's State of the Union address.

California Governor Gavin Newsom faces backlash from the California GOP chair for a viral comment perceived as condescending towards Black voters.

The Sentinel Action Fund, a conservative super PAC, has launched a $650,000 initiative to facilitate voter registration and mobilize GOP voters for the upcoming midterms following Trump's State of the Union address.

Liz Peek discusses the critical stakes for President Trump as he prepares for his State of the Union address, highlighting the potential impact on the GOP in the upcoming elections.

A Republican lawmaker is introducing the Chloe Cole Act to prohibit gender-related medical procedures for minors, arguing that children are being rushed into irreversible treatments.

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has announced candidates in its 'Red to Blue' initiative to challenge Republican incumbents in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections.

A behind-the-scenes loyalty test is reportedly being conducted by Donald Trump as the GOP prepares for the 2028 presidential elections.

Republican lawmakers criticized HuffPost's article suggesting that Olympic patriotism might evoke feelings of national shame due to current political events.

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco claims that decades of Democratic policies have led to a challenging political landscape in California, where Republicans may advance to the governor's race due to a potential vote split among Democrats.

President Trump rescinded his endorsement of Rep. Jeff Hurd due to Hurd's criticism of Trump's tariff policies and a Supreme Court ruling affecting presidential authority on tariffs.

GOP strategist Matthew Bartlett claims Democrats have intentionally sidelined Rep. Jasmine Crockett by not inviting her to appear on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert' while allowing her opponent to participate, thus harming her campaign.

Rep. Ilhan Omar's office denounces a GOP investigation into her husband's business as a political maneuver after a deadline for financial records passes.

A poll reveals that one-third of Republican voters may skip the midterm elections if they believe the GOP is neglecting the pro-life cause.

Sen. John Cornyn warns that a vote for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the upcoming primary could jeopardize Republican chances in the general election.

Republican lawmakers criticized the FISA court for appointing Jennifer Daskal, a lawyer associated with the Biden administration's Disinformation Governance Board, to an advisory role, questioning her impartiality.

A meeting of Trump’s political core team focused on strategizing for the upcoming midterms amidst historical challenges.

Rep. Julia Letlow is advocating for FEMA assistance in response to severe ice storm damage in northern Louisiana amidst a partial government shutdown.

Democrats have recruited Cinde Warmington to challenge Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte in New Hampshire as they seek to regain control of the governor's office.

Senate Republicans are concerned that the ongoing shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security is hindering their efforts to advance voter ID legislation.

Trump's team is focusing on the economy as a central theme in strategy sessions for the upcoming midterm elections.

House Republicans are introducing a bill aimed at rolling back Biden's energy regulations to solidify Trump's energy policies.

Senator Mike Lee criticizes Senate Democrats' characterization of the GOP's voter ID legislation as reminiscent of segregationist laws, defending the bill as necessary for election integrity.

A heated debate among conservative candidates for Texas Attorney General is set to take place as the GOP primary election approaches.

Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti faces a crime crisis while challenging Republican Rep. Rob Bresnahan in the city of Scranton, Pennsylvania, amid rising violence in former President Biden's hometown.

The House GOP's slim majority complicates President Trump's legislative agenda as moderate Republicans face pressure from both their constituents and party leadership ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.

Former President Trump has not yet endorsed any candidate in the competitive Texas Republican Senate primary as early voting commences.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faced heavy criticism for her performance at the Munich Security Conference, with detractors labeling it a disaster due to multiple gaffes.

Senate Republicans have gathered sufficient support to advance Trump-backed voter ID legislation, but face significant challenges ahead.

Ayaan Hirsi Ali, a women's rights activist and survivor of Sharia law, endorses Texas Senator John Cornyn in a competitive Senate race crucial for the GOP's majority.

Several U.S. states are proposing legislation to classify disruptions of church services by protesters as felonies following recent incidents in Minnesota.

A Republican lawmaker has backed a Democrat initiative to restrict presidential pardon powers, primarily influenced by recent actions taken by President Trump.

James Carville strongly predicts that the Democratic Party will triumph over the GOP in upcoming elections while advocating for a humorous and defiant approach.

Senator Chuck Schumer criticized the Republican-backed voter ID laws, likening them to Jim Crow-era laws, despite bipartisan support in favor of such measures.

Chuck Schumer announced that Senate Democrats will vigorously oppose a GOP proposal requiring voter ID, claiming it discriminates against poor and minority voters.

House Republican campaign chair Rep. Richard Hudson dismisses Democrats' claim of expanding their battleground map for the midterm elections as fiction, emphasizing confidence in retaining control of the House.

Karrin Taylor Robson has suspended her candidacy for the Arizona governorship, highlighting concerns over a divisive Republican primary without issuing an endorsement for her opponent.

The article discusses Democratic efforts that are perceived as unconstitutional maneuvers to gain political advantage, alongside various significant national news updates.

Democrats are optimistic that a narrow GOP majority in the House of Representatives could give them leverage in negotiations regarding ICE reforms and other priorities.

GOP Representative Lisa McClain responds to Jimmy Kimmel's mockery of her comments on illegal immigrants, accusing him of misrepresenting her words in a comedic skit.

Ilhan Omar faces criticism from the Republican Party for suggesting that President Trump could face execution in Somalia after calling him a 'pedophile.'

Senator Ron Johnson criticized Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison for his demeanor at a Capitol Hill hearing, accusing him of fostering unrest.

New polling indicates that immigration, once a key issue for Trump's 2024 campaign success, may now threaten Republican control in Congress due to backlash from immigration policies.

A government shutdown at the Department of Homeland Security seems inevitable without a Senate-passed short-term funding extension supported by the House.