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Republicans craft alternate reality as their midterm hopes dwindle

Republicans craft alternate reality as their midterm hopes dwindle

Congressional Cowards is a weekly series highlighting the worst Donald Trump defenders on Capitol Hill, who refuse to criticize him—no matter how disgraceful or lawless his actions. Things are looking bleak for Republicans as Election Day nears, with skyrocketing gas prices making Americans sour on the economy and ready to punish the Republican Party for it. But GOP lawmakers are… Source Powered by WPeMatico

Hegseth made the fitness test harder for women in combat roles. Most female Marines are passing.

Hegseth made the fitness test harder for women in combat roles. Most female Marines are passing.

Despite tougher standards, Marine Corps data show more than 9 in 10 women in combat arms are passing the test. Sonner Kehrt, The War Horse, for The 19th When Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth summoned hundreds of generals and admirals from around the world to Quantico, Virginia, last September, he delivered a blunt message: Things were changing fast in the newly renamed Department of… Source Powered by WPeMatico

Even Republican pollsters see a blue wave

Even Republican pollsters see a blue wave

Survey Says is a weekly series rounding up the most important polling trends or data points you need to know about, plus a vibe check on a trend that’s driving politics or culture. As polls turn further toward Democrats ahead of November’s midterm elections, one might expect Republican pollsters to try to cut against that narrative and release some data to put a damper on all this blue… Source Powered by WPeMatico

FBI at the polls? And another Jan. 6 rioter is up to no good.

FBI at the polls? And another Jan. 6 rioter is up to no good.

Injustice for All is a weekly series about how the Trump administration is trying to weaponize the justice system—and the people who are fighting back. This week, we visit with some old friends, talented types like Lindsey Halligan and John Eastman. Also? FBI Director Kash Patel continues to be one of the dumbest guys in the administration. You might have forgotten all about… Source Powered by WPeMatico

We have to talk about the Jon Ossoff thirst edits

We have to talk about the Jon Ossoff thirst edits

“If the girls and the gays want to look at Jon Ossoff and be like, ‘Wow, he looks so good in those pants,’ let us. It benefits him, and we’re all having fun,” said one Democrat. By Grace Panetta for The 19th Sen. Jon Ossoff of Georgia is running one of the most competitive 2026 campaigns as he seeks a second term. He’s emerged as a breakout star communicator and has been floated as… Source Powered by WPeMatico

Why Republicans have icon envy

Why Republicans have icon envy

This past week, President Donald Trump shuttered the Kennedy Center because he’s mad that his attempts to put his name on it keep getting shot down. But the whole episode is shining a spotlight on the right’s considerable deficit when it comes to iconic figures—those who left a positive mark on history that garnered significant bipartisan support. The Kennedy Center is a tribute to… Source Powered by WPeMatico