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Published on 09:57 GMT

Who are Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries? The Democrats now leading Congress

IN BRIEF Chuck Schumer will take the Senate's top job and Hakeem Jeffries will make history as speaker in the House of Representatives. The Democrats have gained control of the US Congress in an unprecedented midterm election victory. Democrat Hakeem …

Source: SBS - Public Broadcaster
Published on 11:24 GMT

FACTBOX-Here are the Democrats emerging as potential 2028 White House contenders

With the midterm campaigns over, the race to succeed President Donald Trump is set to intensify, with a potentially sprawling field of Democrats already positioning for 2028 but no clear standard-bearer emerging. Potential contenders, including governors, …

Source: Devdiscourse - Pending
Published on Nov 4, 2026

Where voters stand on state ballot measures, from abortion to LGBTQ rights to guns

Tuesday's midterm elections were a huge sweep for Democrats, among other takeaways. And across 39 states — plus Washington, D.C. and the Northern Mariana Islands — voters weighed in on 146 statewide ballot measures spanning issues from taxes to …

Source: WEEA - Maryland - Public Broadcaster
Published on Oct 30, 2026

Gun-Control Groups Ask Supreme Court To Reverse Landmark Ruling

Two gun-control organizations called on the Supreme Court to use a case challenging laws banning modern semiautomatic firearms as an opportunity to overturn the court’s landmark Heller ruling. The justices granted writs of certiorari in two cases involving …

Source: The Daily Caller - Right-wing
Published on Oct 29, 2026

Gun-Control Group Cites Obscure Stat To Justify Semi-Auto Bans

A group supporting bans on modern semiautomatic firearms cited a little-known statistic Tuesday that they claim provides an objective justification for the measures. The Supreme Court agreed on June 30 to hear Viramontes v. Cook County, a Second Amendment …

Source: The Daily Caller - Right-wing
Published on Oct 28, 2026

Illinois Counties Are Voting On Forming A New State Without Chicago, And Pritzker Is Calling It A ‘Stunt’

Could parts of Illinois break away to form a new state that no longer includes Chicago? That is a proposal that seems to be gaining momentum in the state, and nearly a dozen counties will soon be putting the issue up to a vote. Illinois counties vote on …

Source: Blavity - Left-wing
Published on Nov 3, 2026

If Not Schumer, Who? 4 Favorites to Replace Senate Democratic Leader

Four Democratic senators are being mentioned as possible replacements for Chuck Schumer as the party prepares to elect its Senate leader following Tuesday's midterms. Brian Schatz, Chris Murphy, Chris Van Hollen and Cory Booker are the leading …

Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
Published on Oct 26, 2026

Robert Vrankovich Canvasses for Illinois House Seat in District 47

By Mallory Mankin, Staff Writer Robert Vrankovich, the Republican nominee for Illinois House District 47, is knocking on doors across the district ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election, asking voters about their concerns and emphasizing his priorities for …

Source: The Wheaton Record - Illinois - Pending
Published on Oct 16, 2026

Gen Z is the ‘massacre generation’ but that doesn’t mean they’re all in favor of gun control

Gun control is an issue these young voters care about more than the public at large does, and it’s easy to understand why: In their lifetime, mass shootings have been a recurring part of American life.Directly experiencing a mass shooting is rare, yet some …

Source: Fortune - Neutral
Published on Oct 15, 2026

Young voters split on gun control despite nearly 80% being fearful of mass shootings

Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Membership today. Join today Already a member? Log in Nearly 50 million Americans ages 18 to 29 are eligible to vote in the upcoming midterm elections, …

Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on Oct 16, 2026

Democrats' latest gun-control push runs into inconvenient fact about how school killer was stopped

A deadly shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, left three students and a teacher dead before an armed bystander shot and killed the teenage gunman. Sarah Alegre provides updates from the scene. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Oct 16, 2026

Young voters fear mass shootings like the one in Oregon, but that fear divides them on gun control

A gunman shot and killed three children and a teacher at a school in Bend, Oregon, on Oct. 15, 2026, the 52nd school shooting this year, according to CNN. The children’s ages were 5, 8 and 11; a 7-year-old and another teacher were taken to the hospital …

Source: The Conversation - Neutral
Published on Oct 16, 2026

Democrats call for gun control after Oregon school shooter reportedly uses shotgun purchased by his mother

Retired FBI agent Jason Pack breaks down the tragic school shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon. Police Chief Mike Krantz confirms that three children and one teacher were killed. Pack details how a bystander ultimately shot and killed …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Nov 2, 2026

Map Reveals Where Halloween Weekend Shootings Left at Least 15 Dead

The Halloween weekend saw violence unfold across the country, with at least 15 people killed and 90 others injured amid multiple incidents of gun violence across 11 states. The bloodshed struck public spaces, nightlife districts, and areas surrounding …

Source: Newsweek - Left-wing
Published on Nov 1, 2026

Gov. JB Pritzker spending millions in Texas and beyond to extend Democrats’ reach — and his 2028 network

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker has spent nearly $39 million so far this election cycle to support fellow Democrats and their causes beyond his own reelection, even though many out-of-state races he’s backing look like long shots. To see why, look at Texas. The …

Source: Chicago Tribune - Illinois - Center-right
Published on Nov 1, 2026

Midterm voters reveal what's driving them to the polls — but what they're voting against may matter more

Americans from across the country shared their midterm voting decisions with Fox News Digital, driven by everything from President Donald Trump to abortion, immigration enforcement and gun rights. (Credit: Nicholas Ballasy for Fox News Digital) NEWYou can …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on Nov 1, 2026

Gun Owners Must Vote So Congress And Trump Can Continue To Deliver

Authored by Aidan Johnston via Gun Owners of America, In November 2024, gun owners elected a president who promised to restore the Second Amendment and ushered in the most pro-gun Congress in modern history. Two years later, the results are not in dispute …

Source: Zero Hedge - Right-wing
Published on Oct 29, 2026

40 additional briefs filed in SCOTUS case challenging state and local gun bans

(The Center Square) – New amicus briefs are in front of the U.S. Supreme Court in the case challenging gun and magazine bans in Illinois and Connecticut. The consolidated case Viramontes v. Cook County, Illinois and Grant v. Connecticut is set to be heard …

Source: [your]NEWS - Right-wing
Published on Oct 31, 2026

‘I believe this election is the start of a comeback for this country’: The student perspective on the 2026 midterms

Wisconsin has become something of a kingmaker in American electoral politics over recent decades, a battleground state in a country where only a handful are left. But what happens when Wisconsinites cast votes not on the federal level — for a president or …

Source: The Badger Herald - Wisconsin - Neutral

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

Source: Op/Ed
Published on October 27, 2026 - 00:10 GMT

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Tom Tiffany’s Record in Congress Shows Consistent Backing of Trump

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Tom Tiffany’s Record in Congress Shows Consistent Backing of TrumpMADISON, Wis. — Reporting from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel details MAGA Congressman Tom Tiffany’s extreme record in Congress. Congressman Tiffany is a member …

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Published on May 14, 2026 - 20:09 GMT

House DFLers ramp up push for vote on gun control package as session deadline looms

— UPDATED at 8:51 p.m. after floor action Thursday was the day when the always-simmering debate over guns boiled over in the House. While Wednesday night’s announcement of a budget agreement made headlines for a few hours Thursday, House DFLers returned to …

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Published on September 28, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Kemperle Industries Keeps Three Classic Barcade Arcade Games Running

Kemperle Industries reverse engineers controller parts for Quick & Crash, Gunblade, and Monkey Ball, keeping games running at Barcade locations nationwide. BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, September 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When a vintage …

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Published on October 9, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Wrap Appoints Veteran Law Enforcement Leader John “Chappy” Chapman as Vice President of Training and Missions

MIAMI, Oct. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wrap Technologies, Inc. (“WRAP” or the “Company”), a provider of non-lethal response technologies and public safety solutions, today announced the appointment of John “Chappy” Chapman as Vice President of Training …

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Published on March 17, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

New Orleans Man Indicted for Violating the Federal Gun Controlled Act and Controlled Substances Act

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Published on September 8, 2026 - 20:46 GMT

State Fair poll shows strong support for assault weapons ban, fraud penalties

Three-quarters of respondents to the 2026 House of Representatives’ State Fair Poll support banning the possession of semiautomatic military-style assault weapons in Minnesota. Gun control became a contentious topic in the House during the 2026 session …

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Published on December 12, 2025 - 17:34 GMT

Orleans Parish Man Sentenced for Violating Federal Gun Control Act

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson announced that on December 4, 2025, ELIJAH MARTIN (“MARTIN”), age 28, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Nannette Jolivette Brown to 57 months of imprisonment, after previously pleading …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics
Published on September 25, 2025 - 02:20 GMT

Tangipahoa Parish Man Guilty of Violating Federal Controlled Substances and Federal Gun Control Acts

NEW ORLEANS, LA – RASHUN HUTCHINSON (“HUTCHINSON”), age 25 of Ponchatoula, Louisiana, plead guilty on September 11, 2025, to violations of the Federal Controlled Substances and Federal Gun Control Acts before United States District Judge Barry Ashe, …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 06:45 GMT

250 Years of Freedom. Generations of Sacrifice. A Nation's Gratitude.

This Veterans Day, discover a Field of Honor® in your community and join a nationwide tribute to the men and women who have served our nation. SANDY, UT, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For 250 years, Americans from every walk of …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 05:59 GMT

Professor George Monray on Global GDP End-Use Forecasts and Sensitivity Analysis

Exclusive interview with the study's author, **Professor George Monray**, discussing key empirical discoveries, and global policy implications of this research. BANGKOK, THAILAND, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A landmark economic …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 05:55 GMT

Jonathan Beutler Re-Elected to Palos Verdes Library District Board of Trustees

Former diplomat and incumbent Board President earns full four-year term serving Peninsula families and libraries ROLLING HILLS ESTATES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Voters across the Palos Verdes Peninsula have re- …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 00:02 GMT

Bright Pattern Featured on GSA UK's SourcingTV: AI, Data Sovereignty and the Future of Global Customer Experience

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bright Pattern, a global leader of AI-first, 100% native, omnichannel contact center software, announced that Bright Pattern was recently featured in a new GSA UK SourcingTV …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 10:00 GMT

President Trump Will Again Defy the Odds, the Fake News, and the Radical Left

Every time the Radical Left, the Fake News, and the professional panic class have written President Trump’s obituary, they have been wrong. They will be wrong again. In the final two years of his presidency, Democrats will try — and fail — to reverse …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics
Published on November 4, 2026 - 21:10 GMT

Six Veterans Organizations Urge President Trump to Act on Longstanding Veterans' Issues Ahead of Veterans Day

Joint letter calls for action on earned benefits, missing service members, military honors, Gulf War illness, and toxic exposure research. SILVER SPRING, MD, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Six national veterans …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 21:02 GMT

Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future Congratulates Governor Shapiro on Re-Election

HARRISBURG, PA, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future today congratulated Governor Josh Shapiro and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis on their re-election. The group pledged to keep working with …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 20:55 GMT

Prosper Insights & Analytics: Economic Frustration and Affordability Pressures May Help Explain the 2026 Election

New consumer research reveals financial strain among Independents, growing spending cutbacks across political parties, & the potential influence of social media WORTHINGTON, OH, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 19:23 GMT

GiveDirectly and Propel Send $100 to Families Who Lost SNAP Food Benefits

A one-time payment before Thanksgiving for Propel users who missed their October SNAP deposit. Sign-up was only in the app on Nov. 4. Other offers are scams. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GiveDirectly, a U.S …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 18:51 GMT

NY Bill on Benefits for Injured Workers Who Aren’t Seeking Jobs Awaits Hochul’s Action

NEW YORK, NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Five months after the New York State Senate passed it 60 to 0, Assembly Bill A8482A still has not been delivered to Governor Kathy Hochul, the official legislative …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 18:08 GMT

Washington, DC and Denver Voters Approve Measures Ending Sale of Force-Fed Foie Gras

The measures take effect July 1, 2027. Portland, Oregon adopted a similar ordinance in June 2026. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Voters in Washington, DC and Denver approved ballot measures on November 3 …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 16:57 GMT

American Sustainable Business Network Says Voters Made Affordability the Message of the 2026 Midterms

ASBN Executive Director Camilla Taylor calls on incoming leaders of both parties to work with businesses on insurance, energy and grid costs WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Sustainable …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 16:29 GMT

Stand Up for Science Reacts to Midterm Election Results, Turns Its Focus Towards Accountability

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to yesterday’s midterm elections, in which voters overwhelmingly chose pro-democracy, pro-science, pro-public health candidates, Stand Up for Science Founder and …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 14:58 GMT

ALS United Celebrates Signing of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Legislation

Bipartisan legislation extends critical ALS research and expanded access programs through 2031 WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ALS United today celebrated the signing of the ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Quorum Launches Newly Elected Advertising Audience So Public Affairs Teams Can Reach Officials Before They Take Office

Ready-made audience puts government affairs teams in front of newly elected officials during the transition with a fixed, one-time package of ad impressions. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Quorum today …

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Published on November 4, 2026 - 17:45 GMT

City of Boston Celebrates Supplier Diversity Week

The Department of Supplier Diversity hosted the fourth annual Supplier Diversity Week from October 26 through October 30. Thank you to everyone who joined the City of Boston Department of Supplier Diversity for Supplier Diversity Week! The Department of …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 22:30 GMT

SJCC Faculty, Classified Professionals, and Administrators to Lead Sessions at Statewide COLEGAS Conference

Five SJCC employees will present three sessions at the COLEGAS Conference, Nov. 4-6 in Los Angeles, on Latiné student support, financial aid and leadership. SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Five San José City …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 21:30 GMT

Sean Eric Steals Launches Stay Free 1776 Apparel Brand Inspired by Stay Free: American Voices of Freedom

From a Book Published Anonymously to a Clothing Brand: STAY FREE Founder Sean Eric Steals Calls for Common Ground Through Self-Expression LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As political disagreements increasingly …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 17:53 GMT

UH Law Center Offers Election-Related Legal Resources for Voters

Topics covered: Voting Rights Act, redistricting, mail-in voting, election challenges, certification, and constitutional amendments affecting elections. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Election Day, the University …

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Published on November 3, 2026 - 17:31 GMT

DIVIDED CONGRESS & WH CAN PASS PRODUCTIVE AGENDA IF SHARE CREDIT: BOB WEINER IN USA TODAY, WH & CONG VETERAN

WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WEINER ANNOUNCES OPEDS RANKED H1, 2, 3 BY OPED NEWS WEINER LAYS OUT 12 AREAS CONGRESS COULD ADDRESS IN FEATURE USA TODAY ARTICLE: NO SHUTDOWNS, ICE WITH STRINGS, …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Use Your Cell Phone Camera to Help Save U.S. Democracy

Along with more than two million others, I subscribe to a daily newsletter written by historian Heather Cox Richardson (https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/). Richardson meshes her deep knowledge of history with insightful and valuable …

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