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Trump appointed Lindsey Graham's sister in tribute, South Carolina Republicans want a choice

Some Republicans say Darline Graham is a fitting caretaker for her brother's seat but oppose Trump's push to elect her to a full term, arguing voters should choose.

US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) gestures, while standing next to former US President Donald Trump, during Donald Trump's campaign stop to unveil his leadership team, at the South Carolina State House in Columbia, South Carolina, US, January 28, 2023.
US Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche participates in a cabinet meeting at Camp David in Thurmont, Maryland, US, July 31, 2026.

Acting US Attorney General Todd Blanche rescinds controversial $1.8 b. anti-weaponization fund

US President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Michigan, US, July 27, 2026.

Just one in three Americans support Iran war, most unsure of Trump's goals - poll

Sriram Krishnan (L), next to US Senator Ted Cruz and Donald Trump.

The Republican Party’s test on antisemitism - opinion


Casey Putsch, candidate who asked Grok to praise Hitler, loses in Ohio GOP primary

Vivek Ramaswamy, the former presidential candidate who had President Donald Trump’s backing, prevailed with 82.5% of the vote.

Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Casey Putsch during an interview on NBC4 Columbus, May 1, 2026.

Trump more likely to continue game of chicken with Iran than to attack - analysis

All of the reports leaked about US officials briefing Trump on his military options against Iran present the plans as 'new' options. They have, in fact, been on the table since early March.

US President Donald Trump gives a speech during the State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn on day two of the State Visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla to the United States of America, on April 28, 2026 in Washington, DC.

DeSantis signs bill banning DEI programs in Florida local governments

Civil ​rights advocates say DEI practices help address historic ⁠inequities for marginalized groups like women, the LGBT community, ​and racial and ethnic minorities.

Florida governor Ron Desantis attends a Major League Baseball game between the Chicago Cubs and Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field on Apr 6, 2026; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA.

Senator Lindsey Graham speaks to Trump, Hegseth on 'way forward' in Iran conflict

The South Carolina Republican described the discussion's focus as "the way forward regarding the Iran conflict," while also warning countries against assisting Iran's oil distribution efforts.

US Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC), the Chairman of the Senate Budget Commission speaks during a Senate Committee on the Budget hearing to examine the President's fiscal year 2027 budget proposal in Capitol Hill on April 16, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Trump proposes 'historic' defense spending budget, eyes 10% cut to other federal programs

US President Donald Trump's proposal for 2027 includes increasing defense spending from $1 trillion to $1.5 trillion, while cutting back on major federal departments such as health and agriculture.

US President Donald Trump attends the signing ceremony for an execituve order on mail ballots, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, March 31, 2026.

Brad Schneider warns Democrats on antisemitism in Hasan Piker controversy

“Hasan Piker is an unapologetic antisemite,” Schneider, who chairs the New Democratic Coalition, wrote in a post on X.

Hasan Piker attends a press conference during day three of Web Summit Qatar 2026 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center in Doha, Qatar, on February 3, 2026.

Rep. Tony Gonzales drops out of Texas race, clearing way for candidate he called a ‘known neo-Nazi’

Brandon Herrera, known on YouTube as “The AK Guy,” is a gun-rights activist whose YouTube output includes videos admiring Nazi firearms.

US Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-TX) speaks during a House Homeland Security Committee hearing on February 10, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Election crisis or manufactured chaos? Trump’s dangerous path to voter suppression - opinion

He is using all his power, with the collusion of a spineless Republican-led Congress, to make it more difficult for millions of Americans to cast their votes this fall and into the future.

 Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump and Republican vice presidential nominee J.D. Vance point to the stage during Day 1 of the Republican National Convention (RNC), at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S., July 15, 2024.

Democrats to boycott Trump's State of the Union, attend rally in protest

About a dozen Democrats in the Senate and House of Representatives have announced their participation in a "People's State of the Union" event on the National Mall, near the Capitol.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) administers the oath of office to House members and delegates of the U.S. House of Representatives at the start of the 116th Congress inside the House Chamber on Capitol Hill in Washington, U.S., January 3, 2019

'They don't want us involved': Trump says Iran will negotiate because it fears war with US

Trump also addressed the negotiations on Wednesday, saying Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei "should be very worried" during a pre-recorded interview with NBC News.

US President Donald Trump prays during a group prayer during the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC, US, February 5, 2026.