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jns.orgThe House ended a procedural standoff on Tuesday, clearing the way for debate on several bills. GOP members had delayed action to press for Senate consideration of an elections measure.
abcnews.go.comRep. Nancy Mace stated Monday that her support for releasing Epstein files may have contributed to her loss in South Carolina's GOP gubernatorial primary. She is now considering a Senate run after Sen. Lindsey Graham's death.
Washington ExaminerSpeaker Mike Johnson is working to resume House business after nearly a month of procedural blocks by dozens of Republicans. The holdouts demand Senate passage of the SAVE America Act and a floor vote on border security legislation.
Washington ExaminerScalise's office reported the total for the 2026 cycle reached $55 million. The funds supported transfers to candidates and the National Republican Congressional Committee.
Washington ExaminerVice President JD Vance canceled his scheduled appearance at the House Republican Conference meeting Tuesday morning due to a scheduling conflict. The move comes as House GOP leadership addresses resistance from conservative members over the SAVE America Act.
Sen. Mitch McConnell announced Sunday he remains hospitalized after a fall and pneumonia treatment. The absence of McConnell and the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham have left Senate Republicans with a 51-seat majority and stalled defense appropriations.
nbcnews.comA House member who chairs a subcommittee on the panel said Monday he will seek the top Republican position next year. The announcement comes as the committee prepares to select its leadership for the next Congress.
winnipegfreepress.comBoris Nadezhdin was detained Monday morning in Dolgoprudny after announcing a run for September parliamentary elections. The BBC reported he had been labeled a foreign agent the prior week.
The VergeImage Line released FL Studio 2026 on July 9, 2026. The update lets Gopher execute production tasks such as drum patterns while adding a rebuilt Flex instrument, cloud backups, and an audio logger.
bleedingcool.comBillionaire donor Ken Griffin said Wednesday he would back Secretary of State Marco Rubio over Vice President JD Vance in a potential 2028 GOP presidential primary. The comments came during an interview at the Allen & Company conference in Sun Valley, Idaho.
news.google.comThe conservative nonprofit aligned with Senate Majority Leader John Thune will begin airing commercials in the two states on Wednesday. The buys form part of a broader $400 million effort by Thune's political operation ahead of the November midterms.
abcnews.go.comSenate Majority Leader John Thune and Sen. John Barrasso spoke with Sen. Mitch McConnell in recent days while he remains hospitalized since June 14. McConnell has not voted since June 11.
jns.orgRepublican representatives sent a letter to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert demanding accountability for repeated physical contact against Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark. The letter cited multiple incidents this season and raised concerns about officiating.
foxnews.comPresident Donald Trump on July 7 called for passing portions of the SAVE America Act and $350 billion in defense funding through budget reconciliation. The approach reverses his position from last month and aims to start the process next week.
cnbc.comPresident Donald Trump met with Republican senators on Capitol Hill to push the SAVE America Act. Sen. Thom Tillis said the bill lacks funding and time to implement before the November midterm elections.
newrepublic.comHouse Republican leaders intend to adjourn the chamber early for the second week in a row. The move follows repeated blocks on floor action by GOP members on Tuesday.
cnbc.comWashington Examiner reported that Speaker Mike Johnson canceled scheduled House votes for the week of June 30 to July 6. GOP leadership sent members home early amid a Republican blockade over the SAVE America Act. The House is not scheduled to return until July 13.
axios.comHouse Republican leaders will adjourn the chamber after votes Tuesday following another procedural block by GOP members. The move marks the second consecutive week the House has cut its schedule short over disputes on voting legislation.
sbs.com.auA National Republican Campaign Committee analysis says Republican candidates are positioned to gain House seats in New York this November. Democratic Party officials called the projection unrealistic and pointed to President Trump's low favorability ratings in the state.
NewsweekPresident Trump has endorsed more than 300 candidates in this cycle. Ballotpedia data show endorsed candidates winning roughly 98 percent of primaries held so far.
pbs.orgLetlow defeated state Treasurer John Fleming in a June 28 runoff to claim the GOP nomination. She had led the May 16 primary with nearly 45 percent of the vote ahead of Fleming and Sen. Bill Cassidy.
President Trump met with Senate Republicans on Wednesday to urge support for election integrity legislation. The exchange with one senator grew heated over war powers and unrelated legislation.
theweek.comThree GOP committee chairmen wrote to Dana Remus on Thursday seeking documents on ActBlue's handling of potential illegal contributions. The request follows earlier warnings from her firm and ActBlue's termination of the relationship.
usatoday.comC.J. Pearson, head of the Republican National Committee’s Youth Advisory Council, said in a June 24 interview that Republicans must use platforms like TikTok to reach younger voters. He stressed authenticity as essential and noted that 63 percent of voters aged 18-29 use the app.
Fox NewsThe attorney general defeated the lieutenant governor in the Republican primary runoff for South Carolina governor. The president had endorsed both candidates ahead of the June 23 vote.
livemint.comFormer congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene stated she would no longer support the GOP following a clash with President Donald Trump. The announcement marks a shift in her political alignment.
The HillSouth Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson defeated Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette in Tuesday's Republican runoff for governor. President Trump endorsed both candidates days before the vote.
The HillSen. Rick Scott is circulating a proposal among Senate Republicans to pass a continuing resolution that would keep government funding at current levels through the November midterm elections. The plan is intended for discussion when President Trump meets with GOP senators on Wedn…
Washington ExaminerGOP lawmakers and commentators have directed criticism at the vice president for an Iran memorandum of understanding that provides economic relief before nuclear limits are finalized. Some Republicans have avoided direct criticism of the president while questioning the agreement'…
The HillGOP lawmakers and administration officials are pointing to reports of foreign-directed campaigns against U.S. data centers. Federal regulators also acted this week on grid connections for large power users.
Fox NewsRick Jackson defeated Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in Georgia's Republican primary runoff for governor. Jackson will face Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms in November.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewRep. Barry Moore defeated former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson to win the Republican nomination for Alabama's open U.S. Senate seat, positioning him as the favorite in November's general election.
nbcnews.comSen. Ted Cruz endorsed candidates in Georgia and South Carolina gubernatorial runoffs who lack President Trump's endorsement. Cruz said he chose the nominees he believes are strongest and most likely to win the general election.
The HillRepublican voters in Alabama choose between two candidates for the party's Senate nomination on Tuesday. The winner will face the Democratic nominee in November to succeed the retiring senator.
Washington ExaminerThe bill cleared the House on June 9 and now faces Senate review, where Sen. Bill Cassidy said he cannot support it over concerns about abortion and transgender coverage.
usatoday.comVoters in Georgia and Alabama decide Republican nominations for Senate and governor on Tuesday. President Donald Trump endorsed candidates in both states' Senate races and Georgia's gubernatorial contest.
thegatewaypundit.comSenate and House Republican leaders said they will not attach the SAVE America Act to legislation renewing an expired foreign surveillance authority. President Trump had said he would only support the renewal if the election bill were included.
Washington ExaminerKen Paxton received 63.8 percent of the vote in the May 26 Republican primary runoff, ending Cornyn's 24-year Senate career. The outcome reflects a shift in voter priorities toward consistent party-line voting over other considerations.
foxnews.comSixteen GOP members of Congress sent a letter on June 11, 2026, urging the EPA to evaluate the abortion drug mifepristone for possible regulation in public drinking water.
GoPro reported a first-quarter loss and said it is evaluating strategic alternatives including a possible sale or merger. The company is in talks with lenders after auditors flagged going-concern doubts.
House Speaker Mike Johnson gained one more Republican after swearing in Rep. James Gallagher, shifting the margin to 218-212 with four vacancies. A June 16 special election is expected to narrow that edge again.
newser.comRetired Lt. Col. David Flippo defeated former state Sen. James Settelmeyer in the Republican primary for Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District. The victory came after President Trump endorsed Flippo in the final weeks of the campaign for the open seat.
Fox NewsNevada Attorney General Aaron Ford defeated Washoe County Commissioner Alexis Hill in Tuesday's Democratic primary and will face Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo in November.
Fox NewsLt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom ordered the candidate to submit a sworn statement by Wednesday on his party ties. Sen. Dan Sullivan and the NRSC allege the filing aims to confuse voters under ranked-choice voting.
The IndependentSean Duffy moved remaining campaign funds to Michael Alfonso, a 26-year-old first-time candidate endorsed by President Trump for Wisconsin’s 7th congressional district.
AxiosDuffy has backed 26-year-old Michael Alfonso's bid for a Wisconsin House seat with campaign funds, events, and a Trump endorsement.
Washington ExaminerNo candidate won a majority in Tuesday's primary. The first-place finisher received 29.1 percent and the second-place candidate received 26.5 percent.
winnipegfreepress.comIndependent Rep. Kevin Kiley will face former Democratic State Sen. Richard Pan in November after Tuesday's primary results were projected. The newly redrawn district includes Sacramento.
NewsweekA June 7 Cygnal survey found Rick Jackson at 46 percent and Burt Jones at 35 percent in Georgia's Republican gubernatorial runoff. Earlier polls and prediction markets showed mixed results.
The HillThe Republican House campaign chair stated the party is confident of retaining its majority and adding seats in November. He cited the congressional map, fundraising, and candidate quality as advantages.
The HillRepublican Sen. Lindsey Graham is favored to win his party's nomination but may face a June 23 runoff against challenger Mark Lynch. Polls show Graham at 46 to 51 percent support among GOP voters.
Washington ExaminerLt. Gov. Burt Jones’s company refiled a $100 million libel suit against rival Rick Jackson on Thursday after an earlier version was dismissed for lack of service. The filing comes days before the June 16 Republican primary runoff.
Washington ExaminerThe House has about one month of work days until November amid mounting legislation and canceled voting days. Senate-passed bills and FISA renewal add pressure before the midterm elections.
Usa TodayA Rhode Island congressional candidate traveled to Cuba and met with the grandson of former Cuban leader Raul Castro. The State Department stated the candidate is not authorized to represent the U.S. government.
Washington ExaminerPresident Trump endorsed Rep. Barry Moore for the open Alabama Senate seat ahead of Tuesday’s GOP runoff against Jared Hudson. Moore received 39.2 percent in the May primary while Hudson took 25.6 percent.
foxnews.comBusinessman Zach Lahn defeated Rep. Randy Feenstra in the Iowa Republican primary for governor. MAHA PAC conducted text, voicemail, and phone outreach to support Lahn.
cnbc.comPresident Trump is urging Senate Republicans to revive the SAVE America Act as an amendment to a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding bill under debate Thursday. The measure would require proof of citizenship to register, photo ID to vote, and restrict most mail-in ballots…
foxnews.comThe U.S. House voted 218-204 on June 4, 2026, to advance the Ukraine Support Act through a discharge petition. Six Republicans joined all Democrats and one independent in support.
Fox NewsSenate Republicans passed a three-year funding package for immigration enforcement after an 18-hour overnight vote. Amendments targeting a nearly $2 billion DOJ fund created tension within the GOP and with Democrats.
BenzingaThe Louisiana Republican cited medical bills as the cause of 60 percent of personal bankruptcies and called for White House engagement on the issue.