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Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) often receives media coverage for his efforts to campaign for House Republican candidates, as does his leadership team consisting of Rep. Steve Scalise (R-La.) and Rep. Tom Emmer (R-Minn.).

The text notes that power in Washington does not necessarily translate to power on the campaign trail; while Hill leaders are tasked with maintaining majorities, they hold more sway with major donors rather than average voters. For example, Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) has roughly a third of voters saying they have never heard of him, and Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) faces a 44% disapproval rating according to a recent CNN poll.

Senator Bernie Sanders appeared in one of battleground House candidate Rebecca Cooke's closing primary ads during the Wisconsin primary. Another final ad for Cooke pitched a Sanders idea regarding a moratorium on data centers.

Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) is described as an online and in-person phenomenon known for his folksy one-liners and viral clips. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Tex.) is described as polarizing but familiar, with the ability to draw crowds and "Texas dollars." Representative Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), a founder of the House Freedom Caucus, is noted for his ability to do a lot for a candidate.

Bates stated that public and private polls show working people respect Sanders because they want candid, populist leaders with the backbone to fight an economic status quo that has failed them. He also noted that Sanders opposes ideas like "defunding the police" which can turn away swing voters.

Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is described as being "hotter" than ever due to support from progressives and democratic socialists. Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) is noted for her formidable grassroots power. Senator Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) is also popular nationwide, aided by his background as an astronaut. Additionally, Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.) is noted for having endorsements that carry significant weight with Black voters.

Peggy Flanagan has reacted to the news by describing the plan to spend millions to arm agents with electric shock gloves as 'horrific'.

ICE is set to equip its agents with electric shock gloves.