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Democrats Win Control of Congress in Historic Midterm Wave
Democrats took the House and Senate in the biggest Republican loss in half a century, with Senate results in Alaska and Mississippi still pending and the party's majority possibly reaching 54 to 56 seats.
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Polls Close in Midterm Elections as Control of Congress Hangs on Handful of Races
Democrats need a net gain of three House seats and four Senate seats, with early attention on Indiana's 5th and Kentucky's 6th districts and a delayed North Carolina count.
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Lindsey Graham's Death, McConnell's Health, and Senate Seat Implications
Newsweek is reporting on the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, the health status of Sen. Mitch McConnell, and the political implications for Graham's South Carolina Senate seat, marking the end of a political era.
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Media Monitor: Trump administration subpoenas New York Times reporters; Sen. Lindsey Graham dies; Sen. Mitch McConnell updates health
Poynter reports the Trump administration subpoenaed New York Times reporters over an Air Force One story, Sen. Lindsey Graham died, and Sen. Mitch McConnell provided a health update.
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Media Monitor: US Senator Lindsey Graham Dies at 71
France 24 is reporting that prominent US Senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican and close ally of President Donald Trump, has died at age 71 after a brief illness.
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Gov. Beshear Seeks Health Update on Sen. McConnell Amid Growing Concerns
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has formally requested an update on Senator Mitch McConnell's health, citing growing public concern and a need for transparency after recent hospitalization and limited information.
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Media Monitor: Senate Approves $70 Billion for ICE, Border Patrol
USA TODAY reports the U.S. Senate has backed a $70 billion funding measure for ICE and Border Patrol, which will now move to the House for final approval.
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Six States Prepare for Pivotal May 19 Primary Elections Amidst Intense Political Climate
Six states will hold primary elections on May 19, 2026, for key federal and state offices. These races are crucial for the 2026 midterms, with Republicans defending majorities and President Trump influencing candidate selections.
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Florence Kling Harding: First Lady, Businesswoman, and Advocate
Florence Kling Harding, First Lady to President Warren G. Harding, was a businesswoman and advocate for veterans. She managed the Marion Daily Star and championed women's suffrage.
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