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How Richard Nixon covertly helped Ronald Reagan pass tax cuts: New book
Ken Khachigian's "Behind Closed Doors: In the Room with Reagan & Nixon" is out July 23.
Biden, Netanyahu expected to meet in Washington during Israeli PM's July visit
While the US has maintained its strong support for Israel both diplomatically and in providing weapons amid the war in Gaza, Biden has on some occasions expressed concerns about Israel's...
25 House Democrats prepare to call for Biden to end re-election effort: report
At least 25 House Democrats are preparing to call for the 81-year-president to end his re-election bid in the wake of his disastrous debate showing.
North Carolina election board faces GOP-led federal investigation over parties' ballot access
Actions of the state Board of Elections in North Carolina are being investigated by the Committee on the Judiciary of the U.S. House of Representatives, led by Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio.
Wisconsin congressional race shines light on immigration concerns
President Joe Biden’s low approval ratings on handling the southern border may affect Democratic candidates who supported his policies, such as Peter Barca.
Second Dem Congress member declares no confidence in Biden's candidacy, says Trump 'is going to win'
Maine Rep. Jared Golden on Tuesday became the second member of Congress to declare he had no confidence in his party's frontrunner, President Biden, revealing that it "has been clear...
New texts show Columbia deans mocked Jewish students over antisemitism concerns: 'Comes from such a place of privilege'
Columbia University deans accused Jewish students of asserting “privilege” — and mocked them for needing a place to “huddle” to avoid antisemitism and harassment on campus, new text messages released...
Ohio congressman wants weight-loss drugs covered by Medicaid
Americans on Medicaid moved closer to receiving coverage for weight loss treatments nearly a year after an Ohio congressman introduced legislation to expand access.
First House Dem goes public with calls for Biden to drop out of presidential race
Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Texas) became the first sitting House Democrat to go public with a call for President Biden to step aside as party standard bearer in the aftermath of...
Biden, Dems will ‘stomp out’ business owners for more power: ex-NFL star
Rep. Burgess Owens (R-Utah) came to Northeastern Pennsylvania on Monday with a strong message for small business owners.
Firebrand rep charged for 'accidentally' carrying empty handgun through major airport
Firebrand Rep. Victoria Spartz was hit with weapons charges last week over an incident at Washington Dulles International Airport, which is technically located in Virginia, authorities said.
Chuck Schumer faces heat as landmark bill to protect kids online stalls in Congress
The Kids Online Safety Act, or KOSA would impose a legal “duty of care” on social media firms to protect minors from harassment, bullying, anxiety and sex abuse – or...
Dem Rep. snatches man's phone in testy exchange over Biden's mental clarity: 'Who owns you?'
Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur was captured on video Friday losing her patience with a man who asked her whether President Biden should step down following his widely panned CNN debate...
Elise Stefanik's Dem rival spending campaign cash on 'office rent' at upstate NY bed and breakfast: 'Unusual'
Ann Ravel, a Democratic former chairwoman of the Federal Election Commission told The Post called the rent payments "unusual."
'Squad' member Bowman's allies buzzing about possible 2026 comeback after humiliating loss
While Bowman will soon be enjoying retirement as a disgraced former congressman, progressives are plotting about a possible challenge to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
House Judiciary advances contempt resolution against Biden’s ghostwriter
The House Judiciary Committee voted Thursday to advance a resolution that would hold President Biden's ghostwriter in contempt of Congress for failing to provide transcripts and recordings of his conversations...
Jamaal Bowman's defeat reveals the deep schism haunting Dems as November nears
The most expensive congressional primary election ever ended in Westchester County with the lopsided defeat of socialist incumbent Rep. Jamaal Bowman by George Latimer.
Republicans to spend $3 million on ads in Biden's birth state: 'Putting our money where our mouth is'
The National Republican Congressional Committee announced a commitment to spend $3 million on advertising in two critical Pennsylvania House races that could help decide who controls the chamber.
‘Squad’ Rep. Summer Lee’s stunning response to question about 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray’s murder
“I don’t know who she is. I live in Pittsburgh,” the Pennsylvania Democrat said.
Ex-Rep. Mondaire Jones may have lost Working Families Party line to unknown candidate who used to be a Republican
In an embarrassing blow to his comeback bid, it appears ex-Rep. Mondaire Jones lost the primary to run under the Working Families banner -- often a crucial second ballot line...