YOUTUBE (The Hill) - How Do Incumbents Get Re-Elected So Easily In A Historically Unpopular Congress?
The Hill's Chris Stirewalt dives into the example of Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) and how her success politically is a key answer to how incumbents perform so well in elections in Congress while the overall approval rating of Capitol Hill remain at near-record lows. #annapaulinaluna #congress #incumbents
NYTIMES (Zach Montague) - Judge Rules Lawmaker Must Be Allowed to Join Kennedy Center Board Meeting
A judge ordered that Representative Joyce Beatty, a Democrat, be given access to planning documents and have the chance to oppose changes to the center at a board meeting next week.
YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - Rep. Kiley: Switch from GOP to independent done to 'find a different way' | CUOMO
California Rep. Kevin Kiley, joins “CUOMO” to explain why he’s dropping his Republican Party affiliation to become an independent as he runs for re-election in a Democrat-leaning state. #Politics #GOP #KevinKiley Chris Cuomo hosts "CUOMO," a no-nonsense show featuring the day's most important news from all perspectives. "CUOMO" airs weeknights at 8p/7C on NewsNation. #CUOMO NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
NYTIMES (Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs and Chris Hippensteel) - Who Is the Man Who Sprayed Liquid on Representative Ilhan Omar?
Anthony J. Kazmierczak frequently posted online about conservative issues. He told a neighbor that he was going to get arrested at an event hosted by Ms. Omar.
AI:Anthony J. Kazmierczak was arrested for spraying a liquid, later identified as apple cider vinegar, on Representative Ilhan Omar during a town hall event. Reports indicate that Kazmierczak had been frequently posting conservative content online and had explicitly informed a neighbor of his intention to be arrested at the event hosted by the lawmaker. While various outlets have focused on the nature of the substance, evidence suggests the incident was a calculated act following his stated intent to confront Omar in person.Open
BABYLONBEE (Babylon Bee) - Foul-Smelling Substance Used In Spray Attack On Ilhan Omar Identified As Somali Food
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — The malodorous substance sprayed on Representative Ilhan Omar at a town hall meeting has been identified as Somali food.
AI:The mainstream media’s pathetic attempt to frame the incident involving Representative Ilhan Omar as a targeted chemical assault collapsed when investigations revealed the "foul-smelling substance" was nothing more than common Somali food. While the radical left-wing media complex scrambles to manufacture a narrative of victimhood and violent persecution, the reality remains far more mundane. The usual suspects in the propaganda machine are already salivating over a chance to incite outrage, but this latest "attack" is merely an olfactory mishap rather than a calculated conspiracy.Open
NEWSNATIONNOW (Sarah Fortinsky) - Omar approached at town hall and sprayed with unknown substance
A man approached Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) during a town hall in her district on Tuesday and sprayed her with an unknown substance.
JUSTTHENEWS (Natalia Mittelstadt) - Florida GOP Rep Buchanan to retire after 20 years in Congress, among 48 leaving House this year
“After 20 years of service, I believe it’s the right time to pass the torch and begin a new chapter in my life,” Rep. Vern Buchanan said
AI:Florida GOP Representative Vern Buchanan has announced his decision to retire from Congress after 20 years of service.Open
HUFFPOST - Democratic Lawmaker Says 'I Failed' After Voting To Fund ICE
"I hear the anger from my constituents, and I take responsibility for that," moderate Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-N.Y.) said on Monday.
AI:Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-N.Y.) expressed regret and took responsibility for his vote to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), acknowledging the anger from his constituents following the decision.Open
DAILYCALLER (Mariane Angela) - Biden DOJ Investigated Omar’s Finances
'Time will tell all'
AI:The Department of Justice is reportedly investigating the finances of Representative Ilhan Omar.Open