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Republicans quickly buck Trump on the filibuster: From the Politics Desk

Senate Republican leaders have been outspoken in their support for the 60-vote rule to pass most bills. Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., promised shortly after the 2024 election that the ... Read More

The far left have taken control of the Democratic party platform, and it’s turning voters off

Research reveals a disconnect between Democratic elites and voters, and recommends that the party shift away from far-left issues and focus on affordability and public safety. Read More

A decade of dramatic GOP change since Paul Ryan became speaker

Ten years after Ryan’s ascension, there’s little of the former speaker’s traditional conservatism remaining in today’s House Republican caucus. Read More

Shifting politics, energy needs raise questions about NYS' ambitious climate goals

Higher forecasts for energy demand and the Trump administration's posture are leading some to call on New York officials to revisit the landmark Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act, which ... Read More

JD Vance epitomizes the GOP’s move from morals to whataboutism

Politico reported Tuesday on a series of vile messages shared by prominent members of Young Republican groups that included racist, antisemitic and violent comments and praise of Adolf Hitler. And in ... Read More

Bill Gates Says Climate Change ‘Will Not Lead to Humanity’s Demise’

In a memo, the Microsoft co-founder warned against climate alarmism and appears to have shifted some of his views about climate change. Read More

The GOP’s Virginia surge may be too little, too late

In Focus delivers deeper coverage of the political, cultural, and ideological issues shaping America. Published daily by senior writers and experts, these in-depth pieces go beyond the headlines to ... Read More