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Texas Democrats to flee state, blocking plan to pad GOP’s control of Congress By leaving, Democratic state legislators can stall a Republican plan that would give the GOP five more seats to protect their narrow House majority.

Texas Democrats to flee state, blocking plan to pad GOP’s control of Congress www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202... by Patrick Marley

Live updates: Trump, in warning to Russia, says nuclear submarines will be sent to ‘appropriate regions’ Get the latest news on President Donald Trump’s second term and the Republican-led Congress.

Trump orders firing of BLS commissioner, after large summer revision www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Smithsonian removes Trump from impeachment exhibit in American history museum A temporary placard, on display since 2021, described the president's historic impeachments. Officials said the exhibit was restored to an earlier version following a review of legacy content.

Smithsonian removes Trump from impeachment exhibit in American history museum www.washingtonpost.com/entertainmen...

The federal government is paying more than 154,000 people not to work Early resignation offers and other programs have reduced the workforce, but critics say the moves are also wasting money.

The federal government is paying more than 154,000 people not to work www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Virginia city councilman set on fire in workplace attack; suspect charged with attempted murder Police say a city councilmember in Virginia was set on fire by a man who entered a local magazine office

Virginia city councilman set on fire in workplace attack; suspect charged with attempted murder www.washingtonpost.com/national/202...

Kamala Harris will not run for California governor, opening door for 2028 run The former vice president’s decision leaves the door open to another run for president in 2028 and ends speculation over whether she would try to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom in 2026.

NEWS: Kamala Harris will not run for California governor, opening door for another presidential run in 2028. By @MaeveReston: www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Texas map would add five safe Republican seats. What it means for the midterms. The newly proposed Republican map, at President Donald Trump’s urging, would give the party a potential backstop for keeping control of the House even if they perform poorly elsewhere in the 2026 elec...

The newly proposed Texas Republican map, at President Donald Trump’s urging, would give the party a potential backstop for keeping control of the House even if they perform poorly elsewhere in the 2026 elections. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

How a Frantic Scouring of the Epstein Files Consumed the Justice Dept.

How a Frantic Scouring of the Epstein Files Consumed the Justice Dept. www.nytimes.com/2025/07/24/u... via @NYTimes

Justice Dept. finishes second day of Ghislaine Maxwell interview Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said he would meet with former Jeffrey Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell in Florida for a second day.

President Trump said he was not considering granting clemency to Maxwell, a former associate of Jeffrey Epstein. www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...

Ex-Sen. Justine Wadsack loses lawyer ahead of court date | Arizona Capitol Times Former Sen. Justine Wadsack has lost her lawyer just a week before she's supposed to go to court in her claim against the city of Tucson.

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Supreme Court Justice Kagan says independence of judges is under threat Justice Elena Kagan, the second-longest-serving liberal on the Supreme Court, decried threats to judges, vitriolic reactions to rulings and the defiance of court orders.

Supreme Court Justice Kagan says independence of judges is under threat www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

French President Macron sues right-wing podcaster Candace Owens The lawsuit alleges that the podcaster promoted “outlandish” claims, including that Brigitte Macron was born a man. An Owens spokesperson said she “is not shutting up.”

French President Macron sues right-wing podcaster Candace Owens

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Justice Department Told Trump in May That His Name Is Among Many in the Epstein Files Bondi told president at the meeting that Justice also decided to not release more Jeffrey Epstein documents because of the presence of child pornography and the need to protect victims.

Exclusive: The Justice Department told President Trump in May that his name is among many in the Epstein files.

Hegseth Signal messages came from email classified ‘SECRET,’ watchdog told The revelation contradicts the Trump administration’s long-standing claims that no classified information was shared by the defense secretary’s account during the “Signalgate” scandal.

Hegseth Signal messages came from email classified ‘SECRET,’ watchdog told
The revelation contradicts the Trump administration’s longstanding claims that no classified information was shared by the defense secretary’s account during the “Signalgate” scandal. www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec...

Judge in Florida denies Justice Dept. request to release Epstein transcripts The Justice department petitioned the court last week to release those typically closely held records of the testimony of witnesses who appeared before the grand jury.

Judge in Florida denies Justice Dept. request to release Epstein transcripts www.washingtonpost.com/national-sec... by @jeremyrroebuck.bsky.social

U.S. nuclear and health agencies hit in Microsoft SharePoint breach Victims of the recent global hacking campaign include the National Institutes of Health and the National Nuclear Security Administration, officials said.

U.S. nuclear and health agencies hit in Microsoft SharePoint breach

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Analysis | Tulsi Gabbard’s ‘seditious conspiracy’ claim is based on thin gruel The announcement from the director of national intelligence flies in the face of the conclusions of four previous investigations totaling more than 2,500 pages.

Gabbard’s ‘seditious conspiracy’ claim is based on thin gruel. Her announcement about Russian interference in 2016 flies in the face of the conclusions of four previous investigations totaling more than 2,500 pages www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Ozzy Osbourne, hard rocking ‘prince of darkness,’ dies at 76 He fronted the British band Black Sabbath in the 1970s, launched a successful solo career in the ’80s and starred in a hit MTV reality series.

Ozzy Osbourne, hard rocking ‘prince of darkness,’ dies at 76

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House largely grinds to a halt over Epstein files Republicans on the House Rules Committee continue to oppose allowing any legislation to reach the House floor for a vote this week. That’s because they fear Democrats will introduce amendments related...

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Bird lovers flock to adopt parrot who is ‘rated R, parental advisory required’ “He says thank you when you give him snacks but will also tell you to shut up,” said Chantelle Rogers, who works at the animal shelter in Fall River, Mass.

“If you adopt Hendrix, you’re basically adopting Samuel L. Jackson,” Rogers wrote on Facebook, referring to the actor who is known, in part, for his delivery of profanity-laced dialogue in movies. “This bird’s language is not for the faint of heart.” www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/20...

In 1965, the government tried replacing migrant workers with high-schoolers. It was a disaster. When the migrant-worker bracero program expired in 1965, the government recruited groups of high school male athletes to step into the fields. It was a disaster.

In 1965, the government tried replacing migrant workers with high-schoolers. It was a disaster.

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Live updates: Trump pushing Texas to create more Republican-leaning congressional seats Get the latest news on President Donald Trump’s second term in the White House and the Republican-led Congress.

With redistricting, Texas Republicans plan to strengthen House majority www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

ICE chief stands by mask use in immigration raids, despite criticism There is no constitutional protection or ban on immigration agents wearing masks or face coverings. ICE acting head Todd M. Lyons defended the practice.

ICE chief stands by mask use in immigration raids, despite criticism

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Global hack on Microsoft product hits U.S., state agencies, researchers say Unknown attackers exploited a “significant vulnerability” in Microsoft’s SharePoint collaboration software, hitting targets around the world.

Global hack on Microsoft product hits U.S., state agencies, researchers say
Unknown attackers exploited a “significant vulnerability” in Microsoft’s SharePoint collaboration software, hitting targets around world. www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2... w/ @ellenwapo.bsky.social @joemenn.bsky.social

The online activists trying to stop ICE from making arrests The Trump administration claims sites tracking immigration officers are putting law enforcement at risk. The creators say they’re helping shield people from a modern-day “Gestapo.”

The online activists trying to stop ICE from making arrests

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Analysis | Consumed by Epstein, Trump has lost ground on the economy and immigration When he was sworn in, Trump promised a new “Golden Age.” It’s clear that, six months into his presidency, the public isn’t buying all the hype.

Please read the penultimate Sunday Take by the incomparable Dan Balz, who is retiring: Consumed by Epstein, Trump has lost ground on the economy and immigration. Trump promised a new “Golden Age," but six months in, the public isn’t buying all the hype. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

Trump’s DOJ has fired dozens of prosecutors, upending decades-old norm The dismissals often came without warning and have affected more than 40 prosecutors, based on reporting by The Washington Post and a tally of public information.

Former prosecutor Michael Gordon said he was given a stellar job review two days before he was fired this year. He was taken aback but instinctively knew why: He was among the prosecutors who had worked on the Jan. 6 cases. wapo.st/3GUnNzN

Column | Texas goes back to future with controversial congressional redistricting More than 20 years after launching mid-decade redistricting, the Lone Star State is back in the middle again.

Texas Republicans successfully carried out mid-decade redistricting in 2004. Here's how it could play this time, via @pkcapitol.bsky.social
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How MAGA influencers put pressure on Trump, Bondi over Epstein “When you are a true friend, you tell the truth even when the truth hurts,” said podcaster Liz Wheeler, “even when the truth has consequences, even when it’s uncomfortable.”

The same army of new media personalities and podcasters who helped return Trump to the WH-and has been rewarded with access-
turned sharply recently against his administration’s strategy, putting the president into a political thicket with his own base. By @sarahellison.bsky.social wapo.st/3TLMe5B

Trump’s DOJ has fired dozens of prosecutors, upending decades-old norm The dismissals often came without warning and have affected more than 40 prosecutors, based on reporting by The Washington Post and a tally of public information.

A @washingtonpost.com democracy-DOJ team collab: Trump’s DOJ has fired dozens of prosecutors, upending decades-old norm
Firings by Trump administration spark worries about weakening the rule of law wapo.st/3GUnNzN