The 2025 government shutdown enters its second week as Democrats and Republicans blame each other, while political strategists say it likely won’t impact 2026 elections.
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Trump’s shadow looms large over heated races one month before Election Day
November 2025 elections feature gubernatorial contests in New Jersey and Virginia, plus California redistricting and Pennsylvania Supreme Court races as Trump agenda barometers.
2 looming deadlines could be key to ending the government shutdown, expert says
As Democrat leaders project confidence and no plans for a compromise appear imminent, an expert shared that there are two key dates when things could begin “spiraling out of control.”
Republicans Are Calling It The ‘Schumer Shutdown.’ Why Are They Making It All About AOC?
WASHINGTON—As the government shutdown rolls into the weekend, Republicans are making something very clear: this may be the “Schumer Shutdown,” but it’s a different New Read More
North Carolina governor signs ‘Iryna’s Law’ after Ukrainian refugee’s brutal train murder
Gov. Josh Stein signed legislation Friday requiring stricter bail evaluations following the train stabbing death of Iryna Zarutska by repeat offender.
California using back door to get federal funds for illegal immigrant healthcare, GOP says; Dems say nonsense
The government shutdown continues as parties clash over Trump’s healthcare reforms, with disputes centering on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s alleged use of provider tax funds.
Virginia governor’s race ad stirs ‘Willie Horton’ echoes as early voting hits record pace
A seven figure APP ad tied Abigail Spanberger to a Virginia sex offender case echoing the Willie Horton playbook as early voting reaches record highs.
Government shutdown drags into weekend as Senate Democrats block GOP plan
Government shutdown to roll into weekend as Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer demands bipartisan negotiations on continuing resolution and healthcare credits.
Sex offender called ‘poster boy’ for GOP’s transgender ideology concerns faces court hearing
Virginia Republicans cite Richard Kenneth Cox’s case in debates over transgender policies as the convicted sex offender faces new criminal charges in court.
‘Squad’ Dem launches comeback House bid after anti-Israel views torpedoed campaign: ‘We need a fighter’
Progressive Squad member former Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., launches new campaign for Congress more than a year after primary defeat to pro-Israel candidate in Missouri.