Congressional gridlock has been a boost to the private equity-style shop at the Defense Department that’s free to do their bidding with impunity.
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Rep. Becca Balint Eyes Top Position on the House Antitrust Subcommittee
A anti-monopoly legislator wants to head an influential subcommittee that often shapes antitrust politics, enforcement, and industry targets for investigations and potential legislation.
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Downvoting Data Centers in Maine
During the final debate between Troy Jackson and Susan Collins, a contrite protester puts the issue back on the table.
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Bill Huizenga Faces His Toughest Re-Election Race Yet
A top Financial Services Committee Republican’s 30-year career could soon come to an end.
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El-Sayed Works to Stitch Together a Diverse Majority
Overcoming tensions between the Arab American and Black communities in Michigan will be key for the progressive’s Senate campaign.
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In Nebraska, Pete Ricketts Was a Data Center’s Best Friend
Hyperscaler companies enjoyed $836 million in tax breaks from one law he signed as governor. Now, he’s been forced to defend that record.
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Pre-Election ICE Surge in California Could Backfire on Republicans
Rep. David Valadao has said the raids target immigrants with criminal records. The United Farm Workers says this is false.
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‘We’re Still Here’: Young Black Democrats Fight Through Gerrymandering
Two Democrats running in House districts that went to Trump by double digits are gaining ground in potential upsets. Black turnout will be critical.
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Organized Money: Charting a New Course on AI Regulation (With Rep. Pramila Jayapal)
Why do we need new regulations if we don’t enforce existing law?
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Time to De-Privatize
When the Democrats take back Congress, we need an agenda to return public functions to government and reverse decades of privatization.