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Republicans say Democrats are extremists. These Democrats want to convince voters that's not true

Republicans say Democrats are extremists. These Democrats want to convince voters that's not true

Democrats are trying to win back Congress by criticizing their own party to appeal to voters in more conservative areas
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New York named one of America's happiest states. See where it ranks

New York named one of America's happiest states. See where it ranks

A new study ranks New York among the 15 happiest states in the country, citing factors including emotional and physical well-being, work environment and community.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Declines to Rule Out Senate Challenge Against Chuck Schumer

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Declines to Rule Out Senate Challenge Against Chuck Schumer

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a progressive Democratic congresswoman, has not dismissed the possibility of running against Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) in a future Senate election. When questioned about a potential challenge in 2028, the year Schumer's current term concludes, Ocasio-Cortez stated she would 'cross that bridge when I get to it,' indicating that her decision would be personal and not based on deference. This comes amid increasing speculation about her political ambitions, particularly given her significant profile since her 2018 House victory and her appeal to younger Democrats, women, and Hispanic voters. She has also demonstrated strong fundraising capabilities, accumulating over $32 million since 2025, with more than $15 million in cash as of June, according to Federal Election Commission data.
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US Democrats tee up pre-election war powers vote as some Republicans break with Trump on Iran

US Democrats tee up pre-election war powers vote as some Republicans break with Trump on Iran

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Sept 24 (Reuters) - The US Senate could vote as soon as Thursday to tell President Donald Trump to end the war in Iran or get Congress' authorization to continue it, as Democrats tee up a vote on the unpopular conflict before November's midterm elections.
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Is New York a good state to have a baby? Here's how it ranks

Is New York a good state to have a baby? Here's how it ranks

New York ranks No. 16 nationally in a new study, with high marks for family friendliness but lower scores for health care and costs.
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Republicans dump cash into red states as they try to hold the line against Democrats in the midterms

Republicans dump cash into red states as they try to hold the line against Democrats in the midterms

Republicans are growing increasingly grim about their chances in November, with aligned groups pumping money into reliably red states and candidates scrambling to distance themselves from unpopular White House policies
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How Republicans' SNAP cost shift could increase property taxes in NY

How Republicans' SNAP cost shift could increase property taxes in NY

New York counties face more pressure to raise taxes in 2027 with higher SNAP costs shifted to them from Washington by last year's Republican tax law.
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House Committee Advances Bill to Establish Permanent Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

House Committee Advances Bill to Establish Permanent Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

The U.S. House Financial Services Committee has voted 28-21 to advance the American Reserve Modernization Act (ARMA). This bill, introduced by Republican Rep. Nick Begich of Alaska and co-sponsored by Democratic Rep. Jared Golden of Maine, aims to create a permanent strategic Bitcoin reserve for the U.S. government. ARMA proposes to convert the government's current Bitcoin holdings into a long-term reserve, akin to existing emergency oil or gold stockpiles. Key provisions of the bill include locking up existing government Bitcoin for a period of 20 years, prohibiting sales during this time. Additionally, it mandates the Treasury Department to issue publicly audited proof-of-reserve reports on a quarterly basis. The bill also directs the Treasury to devise budget-neutral strategies for acquiring more Bitcoin, ensuring that such acquisitions do not necessitate new taxes. This marks the furthest any Bitcoin-reserve bill has progressed in Congress, with previous attempts like the BITCOIN Act (S.954) and House ...
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States Plan New 'Climate Superfund' Legislation Despite Federal Ruling Against New York Law

States Plan New 'Climate Superfund' Legislation Despite Federal Ruling Against New York Law

Multiple state lawmakers across the U.S. are preparing to introduce new 'climate superfund' legislation in upcoming sessions, aiming to compel polluters to finance climate change mitigation efforts. This initiative persists despite a recent federal judge's ruling that effectively blocked New York's climate superfund law. Legislators in California, Illinois, and Massachusetts, who previously sponsored similar bills, have expressed continued interest in advancing these proposals. Massachusetts State Rep. Steven Owens (D) is looking to 'future-proof' his bill, while California Assemblymember Dawn Addis (D) plans to re-introduce legislation focused on making 'big polluters' pay their fair share. Illinois General Assembly Majority Leader Robyn Gabel (D) believes the New York ruling does not apply to Illinois and intends to move forward with their bill. These efforts follow the enactment of similar policies in Vermont and New York in 2024, though many other states' attempts to pass such legislation in 2026 did n...
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Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya Honors Senator Shaheen for Support of Free Belarus Caucus

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya Honors Senator Shaheen for Support of Free Belarus Caucus

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya met with U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen in New York to discuss U.S. policy toward Belarus, sanctions, and the importance of strong bipartisan support in Congress. During their meeting, Tsikhanouskaya presented Senator Shaheen with the United Transitional Cabinet of Belarus’s Medal 'For Fruitful Work for the Benefit of Belarus.' This honor was bestowed upon Senator Shaheen in recognition of her long-standing support for Belarus and her role as a co-founder of the bipartisan 'Free Belarus' Senate Caucus. Senator Shaheen, for her part, reiterated the U.S.'s commitment to supporting the democratic aspirations of the Belarusian people. She acknowledged recent prisoner releases in Belarus as a positive development but emphasized the continued need to hold the Lukashenka regime accountable for its actions, as quoted by the Senate Foreign Relations Committee’s X account.
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Price of gas, diesel fuel continue to soar

Price of gas, diesel fuel continue to soar

The price of crude oil continues to soar. Gas prices are high, again, and diesel fuel cost is causing truckers to sit some rigs.
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Bill Burr: ‘I Didn’t Want to Be the Angry Guy’

Bill Burr: ‘I Didn’t Want to Be the Angry Guy’

The comedian talks about his emotional transformation through shrooms and therapy, his latest acting job in The Social Reckoning, getting roasted by his kids, and the state of America