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Gerrymandering and the Disparity Between Presidential and Congressional Votes

Republicans in Texas seek to redraw congressional maps to boost their majority, mirroring a national trend where a party's share of congressional seats often exceeds its share of the presidential vote; this is challenged by legal and political battles, notably in North Carolina.

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Senator Lee Revives Bill to Federalize Washington D.C. Amidst Crime Concerns

Senator Mike Lee reintroduced the BOWSER Act to federalize Washington, D.C., following an assault on a former government employee and President Trump's threat to take federal control, aiming to address concerns over rising crime and the District's criminal code revisions.

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Democrats Use Arcane Law to Demand Epstein Files, Facing DOJ Resistance

Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, used a rarely invoked law to demand the Department of Justice release all Jeffrey Epstein files by August 15th, facing likely noncompliance and a potential protracted legal battle with the Trump administration.

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Maryland Democrats Denied Entry to ICE Facility, Sparking Political Backlash

Maryland Democratic senators and representatives were denied entry to a Baltimore ICE facility, sparking a social media backlash and accusations of a staged photo opportunity; this incident follows similar past confrontations with federal immigration authorities.

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George Santos Begins Seven-Year Prison Sentence for Campaign Fraud

Disgraced former Rep. George Santos began a seven-year prison sentence on Friday at a New Jersey federal prison for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft related to his 2022 campaign; he deceived donors and stole identities to fund his run for a New York congressional seat.

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Maxwell to be Deposed by Lawmakers Amidst Epstein Files Controversy

Lawmakers will depose Ghislaine Maxwell on August 11th in Tallahassee, following concerns about her safety and the administration's handling of Epstein files; the event has been initiated by Rep. Burchett and supported by other Republicans, raising the political stakes considerably.

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Gimenez Files Resolution to Remove Ramirez from Homeland Security Committee

Rep. Carlos Gimenez introduced a resolution to remove Rep. Delia Ramirez from the Homeland Security Committee due to her statement, "I am a proud Guatemalan before I am an American," sparking a debate about national identity and political loyalty.

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Brazilian Congress Halted Amidst Bolsonaro House Arrest Protest

Brazilian Congress sessions were canceled on August 5th after the opposition occupied the director tables in protest against Jair Bolsonaro's house arrest, demanding amnesty for coup attempt convicts, Moraes' impeachment, and the end of privileged legal standing.

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Maxwell's Testimony Hinges on Trump Pardon

Ghislaine Maxwell's lawyers stated she will not testify before Congress regarding Jeffrey Epstein unless President Trump pardons her; Republican lawmakers have largely rejected this possibility, while Maxwell's legal team appeals to the Supreme Court and President Trump for relief, citing unfair pro...

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Boebert's Son Faces Misdemeanor Child Abuse Charge

Lauren Boebert's 20-year-old son, Tyler, faces a misdemeanor child abuse charge in Colorado for an incident involving her grandson on July 11, 2024; the charge is for criminal negligence, no injuries reported; the family met with Child Protective Services.

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George Santos Begins Seven-Year Prison Sentence for Fraud

Disgraced former Rep. George Santos, 37, began a seven-year prison sentence on Friday at New Jersey's Federal Correctional Institution in Fairton for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft related to his 2022 congressional campaign; he was ousted from Congress less than a year after being elected.

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House Halts Vote on Releasing Jeffrey Epstein Records Amidst Bipartisan Debate

House Speaker Mike Johnson blocked a bipartisan resolution to release Jeffrey Epstein-related records, citing concerns for witnesses' confidentiality, while Rep. Ro Khanna, who co-sponsored the resolution with bipartisan support, argues that releasing the files would restore public trust. A federal ...

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