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A supercut posted on X shows Democratic lawmakers and clergy speaking outside Washington, D.C.’s National Museum of African American History and Culture, describing the site as “holy ground” and the 1619 narrative in sacred terms. The video is drawing strong online reactions.

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‘Holy Ground Without Jesus Christ’: Democratic Lawmakers and Clergy Face Backlash for Sanctifying Museum and 1619 Story in D.C.

Ancestors in the Spirit?

Michigan election FBI investigation

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Michigan Residents Skeptical After Trump Calls for FBI Investigation Into State Election Claims: ‘A Poorly Veiled Intimidation Tactic’

What interesting timing

Jeff Jackson Warns Towing Firms With New Playbook

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‘We’ve Got a New Playbook’: North Carolina AG Jeff Jackson Warns Towing Companies Over $4,000 Charlotte Release Fees

Which towing company is next?

Man in detention looking at mirror.

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Colorado ICE Facility Faces Scrutiny After Reported Tuberculosis Outbreak: ‘Why Does the Past 5 Years Feel Like the 1810s?’

This could have been avoided

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‘Do Something’: Sen. Josh Hawley Faces Backlash After Accusing Minnesota AG Keith Ellison of Taking Donations Tied to $250M COVID Scheme

So where are the arrests?

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‘It Has Been a Disaster’: Florida Republicans Slammed as Board of Education Prepares to Adopt 26 New Rules

Has education improved in Republican administrations?

John Husted Ohio

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‘More MAGA Creepiness’: Ohio Furious After Report Reveals John Husted’s Ex-Chair Donated Thousands Before Quitting Over Teen Misconduct Case

Well, well, well…

A Maine Democratic Senate candidate faced a moderator’s question on qualifications during a debate and responded by citing her work as a songwriter and author, along with a pledge of transparency. The clip from News Center Maine has since sparked widespread online discussion.

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‘I’m a Songwriter’: Maine Democrat Ashley Webb’s Answer to Senate Qualifications Question Ignites Mockery and Debate

Songwriter for Senate?

Sen. Jon Ossoff of Georgia called President Trump’s upcoming speech potential “presidential misconduct” over alleged election denialism. The X clip from Breitbart News quickly sparked heated replies questioning Ossoff’s own legitimacy.

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Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff Draws Fire After Calling Trump’s Speech ‘Presidential Misconduct’: ‘Stolen Seat’

Elections still echo.

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Trump-Backed Georgia Senate Nominee Slammed Due to Links to White Nationalist Influencer: ‘Linked? In the Same Way My Head is ‘Linked’ to My Body’

Controversial

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‘Don’t Threaten Me With a Good Time!’: Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman Ridiculed After Warning He Could Leave Democrats Over Israel

Are Democrats worried about Fetterman leaving?

Tom Homan Maine

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‘Sounds Drunk’: Tom Homan Slammed Over ‘Shut Their Mouths’ Warning After Maine ICE Shooting

Marbles in his mouth

Jayapal Calls Military Testosterone Therapy "Gender Affirming Care"

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‘That Is Not Gender Affirming Care’: Washington Rep. Pramila Jayapal Sparks Massive Backlash After Comparing Military Testosterone Therapy to Transgender Care

She really went there

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‘You Are a Disgrace to That Uniform’: Florida Marine Veteran Under Fire After Controversial Video Calling Trump the ‘Antichrist’

This Is a Line Too Far

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Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker called President Trump’s ban of CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House an attack on the First Amendment. The post drew fire from press groups—and from a radio host who says Pritzker once pulled her pass.

Gov. JB Pritzker Calls Trump’s Ban of CNN, MS NOW, and Politico an Attack on the First Amendment, Sparks Backlash Over His Own Press Ban: ‘You’re a Hypocrite’

White House adviser Stephen Miller used a Fox News clip now circulating on X to urge midterm turnout, citing a Maryland rideshare assault case. Viewers are split over the warning and what it means for November.

Stephen Miller’s ‘Storm the Polls’ Call Divides Viewers After He Ties Maryland Rideshare Assault Case to Democrat Policies

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders used a Fox News clip to accuse Democratic governors of blocking a federal scholarship tax credit, saying they put politics ahead of students. The remarks quickly split viewers.

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders Says Democrats ‘Hate Our President More Than They Love the Kids,’ Divides Viewers Over Who Is Failing Students

SC Rep. Nancy Mace Sparks Backlash Over TV Clash

South Carolina Rep. Nancy Mace Draws Online Backlash After Explosive TV Clash With Mehdi Hasan: ‘Fake Victimhood Oozed Right on Out of Her’

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker called President Trump’s ban of CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House an attack on the First Amendment. The post drew fire from press groups—and from a radio host who says Pritzker once pulled her pass.

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Gov. JB Pritzker Calls Trump’s Ban of CNN, MS NOW, and Politico an Attack on the First Amendment, Sparks Backlash Over His Own Press Ban: ‘You’re a Hypocrite’

White House adviser Stephen Miller used a Fox News clip now circulating on X to urge midterm turnout, citing a Maryland rideshare assault case. Viewers are split over the warning and what it means for November.

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Stephen Miller’s ‘Storm the Polls’ Call Divides Viewers After He Ties Maryland Rideshare Assault Case to Democrat Policies

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders used a Fox News clip to accuse Democratic governors of blocking a federal scholarship tax credit, saying they put politics ahead of students. The remarks quickly split viewers.

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Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders Says Democrats ‘Hate Our President More Than They Love the Kids,’ Divides Viewers Over Who Is Failing Students

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom shared a sharp post on X reacting to Sen. John Cornyn’s comments about limits on presidential power, drawing widespread replies focused on his own state’s record.

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Gavin Newsom’s ‘Democracy Is Over’ Warning Sparks Fierce Backlash: ‘Focus on the Dumpster Fire You Created in California’

By Paul EkeAugust 5, 2026

Classic Newsom move?

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Gov. Candidate John James Mocked After Winning Republican Primary in Michigan: ‘Does James have a humiliation kink?’

By Gabriel PurezaAugust 5, 2026

Is 2026 finally the year for James?

Indiana SNAP

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‘Party of Christian Values Strikes Again’: Indiana Furious as SNAP Cuts Leave Hoosiers Facing a Food Crisis

By Alex GibsonAugust 5, 2026

Hoosiers rage as food aid shrinks

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Haley Stevens’ Final Antisemitism Clash Resurfaces After Abdul El-Sayed Wins Michigan Primary: ‘Campaign Is in Desperate Mode’

By Gabriel PurezaAugust 5, 2026

Who will win the Democratic primaries?

Texas state Rep. James Talarico criticizes the state’s THC ban in a floor speech shared on X, calling it a gift to cartels and big-government overreach. The clip has sparked widespread online discussion.

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Texas Delta-8 Ban Revives James Talarico’s Warning About ‘Gift to the Cartels’: ‘This Bill Is Insane’

By Paul EkeAugust 5, 2026

Cartels or control?

Cory Booker Slams Trump Crypto Deals in Fiery Hearing

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‘Full-Blown Toddler Tantrum’: Critics Mock New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker’s Fiery Judiciary Rant Over Trump’s Crypto Deals

By Adanna EzeAugust 4, 2026

That rant backfired spectacularly

Utah legal immigrants work

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Utah Immigrants Heartbroken as New Laws Make It Difficult for Them to Work Legally: ‘That’s What Right Wingers Voted for’

By Giovanna La PineAugust 4, 2026

It will get harder and harder

Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong faces a direct question from CNN’s Kaitlan Collins about canceling Thanksgiving. Her measured reply has fueled online discussion.

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‘Just Say No’: Wisconsin Governor Hopeful Francesca Hong Faces Backlash After Dodging Thanksgiving Question

By Paul EkeAugust 4, 2026

Painful holiday?

A woman looking up in a science hall.

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Outrage as Virginia Gov. Spanberger’s Officer Says Utility Bill Will Rise Another 20 Years: ‘If we last that long’

By Gabriel PurezaAugust 4, 2026

Are data centers making everyone’s utilities more expensive?

Darline Graham Pushes to End Filibuster for SAVE Act

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South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham Faces Backlash After Calling to End the Filibuster for SAVE America Act: ‘You’ve Been a Senator for 5 Minutes’

By Adanna EzeAugust 4, 2026

Too much, too soon