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President Trump announced an agreement with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro to keep two coal plants open in Indiana and Armstrong counties instead of switching to wind power. The post has sparked strong reactions across X.

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President Donald Trump Snaps at ABC Reporter During Washington, DC Exchange: ‘Such a Stupid Question’

It appears she offended him

California’s governor has announced a plan to provide 400 free diapers to babies born in state hospitals through a nonprofit partnership, drawing widespread attention and a mix of public reactions online.

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‘How About Helping With Gas Prices?’: Newsom’s Free Diaper Plan for California Babies Draws Mixed Reactions

hmm, fair enough

Sen. Elizabeth Warren shared a video on X promoting her “Working Families Guarantee” for housing, healthcare, and childcare. The Massachusetts Democrat’s post quickly sparked strong pushback from critics.

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‘None of You Care About American People’: Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Slammed After Agenda Pledge

Record under fire.

Florida Sen. Ashley Moody is demanding an ethics investigation into Rep. Pramila Jayapal’s taxpayer-funded trip to Cuba. The X post has ignited debate over congressional travel and U.S. sanctions.

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Florida Sen. Ashley Moody Calls for Ethics Probe Into Rep. Jayapal’s Cuba Trip: ‘Taxpayers Footing the Bill for These Radicals’

Who’s really paying?

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced in Washington, D.C. tougher SNAP rules requiring over 250,000 stores to stock far more healthy foods. The post on X is sparking debate about government mandates versus better nutrition for families.

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‘The Govt Shouldn’t Be Telling Retailers What to Stock’: Sec. Rollins Mandates More Meat, Dairy, and Produce for SNAP Stores in Washington, D.C.

Real change or overreach?

Arizona Rep. Adelita Grijalva posted a video from a Texas detention center, slamming CoreCivic for collecting $15 million a month in taxpayer money to hold children and families. The clip has sparked heated debate online.

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‘That’s Not Just Inhumane, It’s Immoral’: Arizona Rep. Grijalva Sparks Backlash and Support Over CoreCivic’s $15 Million Taxpayer Deal for Detaining Kids.

No surprise there.

U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury shared a video on X from her New Mexico district tour, urging opposition to a reconciliation push she described as President Trump’s “ballroom slush fund.” The post quickly drew strong comments from supporters and critics alike.

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‘NO to Donald Trump’s Ballroom Slush Fund!’: Rep. Melanie Stansbury Calls Out Backdoor Reconciliation Plan in New Mexico

Private or public?

Justin Pearson Calls Trump White Supremacist Terrorist

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‘Inciting Violence Against a Sitting President’: Outrage Erupts After Tennessee Rep. Justin Pearson Calls Trump a ‘White Supremacist Terrorist’ at Memphis Protest

Rhetoric that escalates tensions

Rep. Ilhan Omar joined Robbinsdale teachers in Minnesota who have worked without a contract for over 300 days. Her X video supporting their push for living wages is sparking lively online debate.

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‘Teachers Deserve Living Wages’: Rep. Ilhan Omar Stands With Robbinsdale Teachers After 300 Days Without Contract in Minnesota

Simple support or bigger issue?

A South Carolina judge sentenced a man to just one day in jail for possessing nearly 1,900 images and videos of child sexual abuse, despite him facing up to 60 years. Rep. Nancy Mace highlighted the case on X as she campaigns for governor.

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Rep. Nancy Mace Blasts Judge Deadra Jefferson for One-Day Sentence to Child Predator: ‘This Is What Is Broken in South Carolina’s Courts’

One day? Really?

Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren posted a video on X arguing no one in the richest country should sell blood for groceries or ration lifesaving medicine, while blaming Republicans for worsening the crisis. The clip has drawn sharply divided reactions online.

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‘No One Should Have to Sell Their Blood’: Massachusetts Sen. Elizabeth Warren Calls Out Republicans Over Cost-of-Living Crisis

Backlash and cheers mix

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Hawaii Advances Bill Targeting Corporate Election Spending, Sparking Debate: ‘The Whole Country Needs More of This’

Corporate wallets might finally face limits

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker posted an ABC NewsLive clip on X arguing the federal $7.25 minimum wage leaves workers unable to survive. The message, referencing Illinois’ wage increase, has sparked wide online discussion.

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‘No One Can Survive on That’: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker Calls for Nationwide Minimum Wage Increase on X

Wages in focus.

California Governor Newsom Calls Out Trump Over Being Only President Repeatedly Asked to Take Cognitive Test 'Newsom nails it'

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California Governor Newsom Calls Out Trump for Bragging About Being the Only President Repeatedly Asked to Take a Cognitive Test: ‘Right’

Maybe every politician should take a cognitive test

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Ohio Governor Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Attacked by Fellow Republicans Over Indian Identity: ‘Never Going to be in the Club Because He Isn’t White’

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced he signed a law expanding K-12 special education funding by 43 percent with an additional $2.4 billion. His X post quickly drew strong online reactions from critics questioning where the money will go.

California Governor Gavin Newsom Faces Furious Backlash After Signing $2.4 Billion Special Education Law: ‘More Money for Unions, Not Kids’

A Texas hospital near the southern border is under scrutiny after Rep. Wesley Hunt’s office posted on X about its “birth packages” starting at $3,950. The ad has sparked widespread debate over citizenship and costs.

‘Shut Them Down’: Rep. Wesley Hunt Highlights Texas Hospital’s $3,950 Birth Packages Sparking Citizenship Backlash

Voters Skeptical of Blue Wave in Pennsylvania Election: ‘Lots of money being spent on making sure this doesn’t happen’

Ohio Governor Candidate Indian

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Ohio Governor Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Attacked by Fellow Republicans Over Indian Identity: ‘Never Going to be in the Club Because He Isn’t White’

California Governor Gavin Newsom announced he signed a law expanding K-12 special education funding by 43 percent with an additional $2.4 billion. His X post quickly drew strong online reactions from critics questioning where the money will go.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom Faces Furious Backlash After Signing $2.4 Billion Special Education Law: ‘More Money for Unions, Not Kids’

A Texas hospital near the southern border is under scrutiny after Rep. Wesley Hunt’s office posted on X about its “birth packages” starting at $3,950. The ad has sparked widespread debate over citizenship and costs.

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‘Shut Them Down’: Rep. Wesley Hunt Highlights Texas Hospital’s $3,950 Birth Packages Sparking Citizenship Backlash

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Internet Erupts After Sen. Andy Kim Claims He Was Injured During New Jersey Anti-ICE Protest 'You are the enemy of the citizens of New Jersey'

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New Jersey Erupts After Sen. Andy Kim Claims He Was Injured During Anti-ICE Protest: ‘You are the enemy’

By Nat CollazoMay 28, 2026

Many people were in attendance

U.S. Rep. Maxwell Frost sharply criticized Gov. Ron DeSantis over the shutdown of Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz” facility, claiming it involved over $1 billion to “cage and kidnap our neighbors.” The X post quickly sparked heated online debate.

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‘Cry Harder, Congressman’: Rep. Maxwell Frost Blasts DeSantis Over Shutting Down Florida’s Alligator Alcatraz, Sparks Backlash

By Paul EkeMay 28, 2026

Wait, neighbors?

Delaware corporations can vote now

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Outrage as Delaware Allows Corporations to Vote in Elections: ‘Let’s See What the Senator from Meta has to Say’

By Sid NatividadMay 28, 2026

They are people too! Wait…

Texas State Rep. James Talarico launched a sharp attack on Attorney General Ken Paxton in a new campaign video on X, calling him the face of a broken system and rallying supporters with “The People vs. Ken Paxton.” The post is igniting heated debate across Texas.

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‘Ken Paxton Is the Most Corrupt Politician in America’: Texas Rep. James Talarico Says in ‘The People vs. Ken Paxton’ Video

By Paul EkeMay 27, 2026

Big fight ahead.

New York Residents Angry Over Mamadani's Remarks Towards Landlords 'NYC is notorious for their slumlords, so this is definitely a good thing'

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New York Residents Clash Over Mamdani’s Landlord Comments: ‘NYC Is Notorious for Their Slumlords’

By Nat CollazoMay 27, 2026

Those are a lot of promises

Senator Bernie Sanders praised a large rally turnout in Portland, Maine, while endorsing candidates Graham and Troy against the billionaire class. The post quickly sparked heated backlash online.

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‘You Are the Oligarch’: Bernie Sanders’ Portland Rally Post Sparks Fierce Backlash Over Billionaire Class Claims

By Paul EkeMay 26, 2026

Classic Bernie moment.

California Traci Park garbage

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Traci Park Campaign Sign Appears in Garbage Bin, Drawing Mocking Online Reactions: ‘Can You Add More Signs, Please?’

By Giovanna La PineMay 26, 2026

Don’t forget to separate your trash

Zohran Mamdani talking in New York.

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New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani Under Fire Over Anti-ICE Remarks: ‘If You’re Illegal, You Should Be Deported’

By Gabriel PurezaMay 25, 2026

Which side are you on?

Rep. Thomas Massie and Donald Trump in side-by-side image

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Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie Slammed After Criticizing His Own Party: ‘Classic Sore-loser Tantrum’

By Gabriel PurezaMay 25, 2026

Friendly fire?

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer voiced strong support for trans athletes competing in California high school sports, citing their vulnerability and suicide risks. The remarks, shared on X, have triggered heated debate.

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‘He Is Disgusting Beyond Approach’: Tom Steyer Faces Fierce Backlash in California Over Support for Trans Athletes in High School Sports

By Paul EkeMay 25, 2026

Reactions intensify