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Workers rights, unions, minimum wage

NYT Politics·14h ago
Troy Jackson, a Progressive Brawler, Tries to Flip a Senate Seat in Maine

Jackson is campaigning on his working-class background and progressive priorities as he faces scrutiny over his temperament and past conduct.

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The Hill·14h ago
Lawmakers see waste in DOGE’s ‘stupid’ $7B buyout costs

Subramanyam said the buyouts wasted taxpayer money and warned that lost federal expertise could have consequences beyond the program’s direct costs.

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The Hill·14h ago
Lawmakers see waste in DOGE’s ‘stupid’ $7B buyout costs

Beyer criticized paying federal workers to stay home and warned that the cuts could cost the government experienced staff and public services.

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Axios·14h ago
Rep. Chuck Edwards files complaint against House Ethics

Edwards is challenging the Ethics Committee's process after its findings led to his censure.

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Axios·14h ago
How Republicans secretly got Fetterman for their convention

Fetterman’s convention appearance drew attention as a break with his party, though sources said his decision was driven by friendship with McCormick.

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Alaska Beacon·14h ago
Congress is finally talking about menopause

Gillibrand convened the hearing and called for a federal review of menopause research and care.

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CT Mirror·14h ago
As Congress takes up college sports bill, Murphy is a top critic

Murphy argues the bill favors college-sports institutions over athletes and voted against it.

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Michigan Advance·14h ago
Will Lawrence rolls out plan for regulating Big Tech, data centers in Michigan and beyond

Lawrence unveiled a plan calling for federal AI safeguards, limits on data-center development and a jobs program funded by AI profits.

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Bridge Michigan·15h ago
Jocelyn Benson, John James offer contrasting plans on tariffs, AI, jobs

James presented proposals on tariffs, data centers, artificial intelligence and economic development at a forum for Michigan business leaders.

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Insider NJ·15h ago
Mejia Takes a Swipe at Kean, McConnell

Mejia defended expanded health care and paid leave, criticized colleagues, and called for a global moratorium on AI.

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PoliticsPA·15h ago
The Protect College Sports Act: What Does It Mean For Penn State, Pitt, Fetterman and McCormick?

McCormick supported the bill’s early procedural votes as Pennsylvania’s senators weigh its effects on the state’s college sports programs.

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PoliticsPA·15h ago
The Protect College Sports Act: What Does It Mean For Penn State, Pitt, Fetterman and McCormick?

Fetterman supported the bill’s early procedural votes as Pennsylvania’s senators weigh its effects on the state’s college sports programs.

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Breitbart·15h ago
Maine Democrat Rep. Jared Golden Endorses GOP Rep. Lawler: 'True Partner'

Lawler received Golden’s endorsement, which cited his work across party lines on legislation.

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Breitbart·15h ago
Maine Democrat Rep. Jared Golden Endorses GOP Rep. Lawler: 'True Partner'

Golden endorsed Lawler, praising his bipartisan work on lobster regulations and other issues.

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Dallas Voice·15h ago
Blair elected to Congress

Everton Blair won a special election and was sworn into the House, where he will serve the remainder of the term.

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Wonderwall.com·15h ago
Florida Democrat introduces new bill aimed at giving parents more leave to attend their kids' extracurricular activities

Wilson introduced a bill that would let eligible workers take protected time off for children’s and grandchildren’s school and community activities.

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TheWrap·16h ago
Hollywood Gets New Bipartisan Caucus on Capitol Hill

Carter helped launch the caucus and said it would create an opportunity for Congress to prioritize creative and entertainment industries.

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TheWrap·16h ago
Hollywood Gets New Bipartisan Caucus on Capitol Hill

Salazar helped launch the caucus and said it would bring lawmakers and creative industries together to address their challenges.

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TheWrap·16h ago
Hollywood Gets New Bipartisan Caucus on Capitol Hill

Kamlager-Dove helped launch the caucus and said it would champion creative workers and keep the United States a global entertainment leader.

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Newsweek·16h ago
Parents would get time off work to go to kids' school events under new bill

Wilson introduced a proposal to provide eligible workers with protected leave for children’s and grandchildren’s school and community activities.

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FleetOwner·16h ago
Rep. Hageman introduces resolution honoring America's truck drivers

Harriet Hageman introduced a resolution supporting National Truck Driver Appreciation Week.

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TheWrap·16h ago
Federal Film Tax Incentive Would Double Annual US Production Spending by 2035, MPA Study Says

Friedman is helping lead the bipartisan push and argues that a national film tax credit would create jobs and keep production work in the United States.

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Wonderwall.com·16h ago
Bernie Sanders joins Steve Bannon, demands AI regulations

Sanders warned about AI risks and called for stronger limits on its development.

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San Bernardino Sun·16h ago
Congressmember seeks more funding, improved work conditions for Ontario airport air traffic controllers

Torres pressed the FAA on Ontario airport staffing and resources and challenged its proposed rule on crew rest.

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The Hill·17h ago
Lawmakers seek bipartisan path on paid leave, newborn tax credits

Moore argued that a tax credit could help families with the costs of welcoming a newborn.

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The Hill·17h ago
Lawmakers seek bipartisan path on paid leave, newborn tax credits

Dingell supported a newborn tax credit and emphasized that caregiving affects families across party lines.

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The Hill·17h ago
Lawmakers seek bipartisan path on paid leave, newborn tax credits

Houlahan promoted a bipartisan paid-leave proposal and said she hopes lawmakers revisit it.

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The Detroit News·17h ago
Detroit News endorsement in Michigan's 6th Congressional District

The Detroit News endorses Dingell for another term, citing her work on Michigan issues and advocacy for workers and the auto industry.

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ArcaMax·17h ago
Michigan progressive ditches stance on Chinese autos before Xi visit

Lawrence now opposes Chinese vehicles entering the U.S. market, while remaining open to future technology partnerships.

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Federal News Network·17h ago
Democrats planning last-ditch attempt at a federal pay raise in 2027

Walkinshaw says he will push to add a federal employee pay raise to 2027 spending legislation.

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The Detroit News·17h ago
Progressive Lawrence ditches stance on Chinese autos before Xi visit

Lawrence now opposes Chinese vehicles in the U.S. market, while leaving open the possibility of future partnerships.

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Federal News Network·17h ago
House lawmakers eye a makeover for the AbilityOne program

Sessions is backing legislation to modernize AbilityOne and expand employment opportunities for Americans with disabilities.

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Federal News Network·17h ago
House lawmakers eye a makeover for the AbilityOne program

Hoyer is backing legislation to modernize AbilityOne and expand employment opportunities for Americans with disabilities.

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The Hill·17h ago
Bipartisan lawmakers announce 20-30 percent US film incentive package

Scott sponsored the measure and said it is intended to keep jobs and investment in the United States.

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The Hill·17h ago
Bipartisan lawmakers announce 20-30 percent US film incentive package

Moran sponsored the proposed incentive and argued it would help keep American production jobs in the country.

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The Hill·17h ago
Collins leads Maine Senate race by 3 points: Survey

Jackson trails Collins in the poll, though the article reports that a forecaster gives him a greater-than-even chance of winning.

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The Hill·17h ago
Collins leads Maine Senate race by 3 points: Survey

A poll gives Collins a narrow lead in her reelection race, while the article also describes her recent breaks with President Trump.

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New York Post·17h ago
NJ school district forced students to keep image of Dem Rep on their computers, parent says

Mejia said she and her team did not choose the image and praised the district’s Hispanic Heritage Month recognition.

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Politico Congress·17h ago
Capitol agenda: Democrats fracture over college sports

Booker argues the bill would take away athletes’ rights and disproportionately harm Black athletes.

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Breitbart·1d ago
Murdoch's New York Post Supports Maria Salazar's Amnesty and Poverty Bill

The article criticizes Salazar’s immigration proposal and quotes her describing industries that need workers.

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Government Executive·1d ago
IRS and Social Security will see more employees quit without advanced leave, senators warn

Van Hollen and Elizabeth Warren challenged the agencies' leave restrictions and asked for data on their effects.

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Government Executive·1d ago
IRS and Social Security will see more employees quit without advanced leave, senators warn

Warren and Chris Van Hollen challenged the agencies' leave restrictions and asked for data on their effects.

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Semafor·1d ago
Progressive Democrats push superintelligence ban

Casar is pushing for immediate action and says earlier proposals do not address the scale of AI-related problems.

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Semafor·1d ago
Progressive Democrats push superintelligence ban

Sanders is urging Congress and future presidential candidates to treat AI superintelligence as an urgent issue.

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Fox 8 News·1d ago
'Deserve fair wages': Congresswoman shows up on Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital picket line

Shontel Brown joined striking hospital workers and said she had called on the clinic to negotiate.

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Newsday·1d ago
College sports bill inches ahead in the Senate even as Congress punts other issues

Cantwell, a leading sponsor, points to rising athletics spending and says the bill would protect student athletes.

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22 News WWLP·1d ago
College sports bill inches ahead in the Senate even as Congress punts other issues

Cantwell has backed the college sports bill and says it would address rising spending while protecting student athletes.

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U.S. News & World Report·1d ago
College Sports Bill Inches Ahead in the Senate Even as Congress Punts Other Issues

Cantwell promoted the bill and cited rising support for college athletic programs as a reason for addressing sports spending.

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Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elections. Lobbying & Government.·1d ago
Protecting the protectors: Donald Trump signs Laurel Lee's prison staff safety measure

Laurel Lee carried the prison staff safety measure in the House and said it would strengthen oversight and protections.

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Spotlight PA·1d ago
Pa. election 2026: Where Bresnahan, Cognetti stand on tax policies, affordability, and jobs

Cognetti’s positions and record as Scranton’s mayor are compared with Bresnahan’s on economic issues.

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