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Senator John Thune: The New Face of GOP in the Senate

November 14, 2024

Senator John Thune from South Dakota has been chosen as the new leader of the Senate Republicans, stepping into the role previously held by Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky. Thune defeated Senator John Cornyn from Texas and Senator Rick Scott from Florida to secure the position. This change comes

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Republicans Win Big: What’s Next for Congress and the Nation?

November 14, 2024

Republicans have hung onto their seat in the House of Representatives, securing their power grasp on Washington. With wins in California and Arizona, the Republicans now control both houses of Congress. This means big changes could be on the way, ranging from tax cuts to tougher immigration laws. Bu

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California's 47th District: A New Democrat Takes the Reins

November 13, 2024

In the race to fill the vacant seat left by Rep. Katie Porter, state Senator Dave Min is set to become the new representative for California's 47th Congressional District. Min, a Democrat, has secured the win over Republican Scott Baugh, keeping the seat in Democratic hands. The district, located in

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Farmers and Fighters: Cali Congress Elections

November 13, 2024

In California, elections brought mix results. David Valadao, a Republican who's no stranger to tight races, won again in the Central Valley. He beat Democrat Rudy Salas, despite the district leaning Democratic. Valadao, a farmer, focused on water issues and working across party lines. Salas, meanwhi

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Bitcoin Soars: Trump's Crypto Push Drives Market High

November 13, 2024

Bitcoin is approaching $90, 000, a new record high, as the crypto market surges beyond its pandemic peak. This surge comes after President-elect Donald Trump vowed to ease crypto regulations and strengthen US mining. The largest cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, has jumped 32% since the election, trading aro

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Senate Showdown: Who's Next in Line for GOP Leadership?

November 12, 2024

The Republican Senate is gearing up for a big change. The spot for the next majority leader is up for grabs, and it's a battle between three senators: John Thune from South Dakota, John Cornyn from Texas, and Rick Scott from Florida. This race is more than just a power play; it's a test of where the

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Republican Senators React to Schumer's Decision on McCormick's Orientation

November 12, 2024

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, a Democrat, has stirred up controversy by blocking Republican Dave McCormick from attending the upcoming Senate orientation. This decision comes after Democratic incumbent Bob Casey hasn't yet conceded the race, even though the Associated Press has declared McCo

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Why Did Republicans Win? A Look at Voter Choices

November 8, 2024

Sports journalist Stephen A. Smith has an interesting take on why Democrats lost the 2024 presidential election. He thinks it's because the party moved too far to the left, pushing away voters who are more moderate or centrist. These voters felt the Democrats were too focused on the extremes, and th

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Why Did Montana Vote for Tim Sheehy? A Look at Common Sense and Politics

November 8, 2024

Republican Senator-elect Tim Sheehy has a theory about why he won the Montana Senate race against three-term incumbent Jon Tester. He believes it's all about "common sense" and prioritizing the people's interests. Sheehy's victory not only gave Republicans full control of Montana's government but al

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Republicans Gain Senate Control, Shifting Power in Washington

November 6, 2024

It's official: Republicans have taken control of the Senate, CNN reports. With several races still undecided, the GOP now has 52 seats. This shift in power comes after a series of wins, including in West Virginia and Ohio. West Virginia Governor Jim Justice won the seat left vacant by Democrat-turne