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Federal agents search Omar’s Washington home in criminal investigation

Federal agents searched Rep. Ilhan Omar’s Washington home under a court-authorized warrant; the Justice Department said its investigation is ongoing.

Los Angeles, California · Oct 13

How disputes over Ilhan Omar’s remarks became a fight over her role in Congress

Oct 13

Trump eulogizes Lindsey Graham at National Cathedral, calling him ‘a force of nature’

Why the 2026 House majority remains unsettled despite a Democratic advantage

What Trump’s proposed $5,000 dividend would cost — and what remains unclear

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Trump says he will report NBC host Kristen Welker to FCC over endorsement remarks

What the reported Senate sanctions vote could give Trump on tariffs

Rashida Tlaib rally shifts locations after Florida venue cites security concerns

Whitmer credits Trump with bringing F-15EX mission to Michigan’s Selfridge base

Texas ruling limits federal gun restrictions, prompting first suppressor purchases without NFA registration

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James Carville says progressive Democratic candidates are too “hard-headed” to recognize their unpopularity

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Why a Senate bill could put Mercedes-Benz in the crosshairs of a U.S. vehicle sales ban

House panel subpoenas 3 nonprofit groups in probe tied to Neville Singham: what the demand means

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Why Senate Democrats blocked a Pentagon funding bill and what happens next

Why Susan Collins is opposing Todd Blanche for attorney general

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Ted Cruz calls for Fauci to be jailed after Senate hearing raises contempt fight

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Lawsuit Tries to Block UFC Fight at White House

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Jul 29

Calif. Lawmakers Urge CARB to Rethink Cap-and-Invest Changes

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