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SDF dissolves after merging with Syrian army

Mazloum Abdi announced that the Kurdish-led SDF has dissolved and merged into the Syrian army, ending its status as an independent force after months of negotiations and territorial losses. The move is framed as a transition to a new phase within the Syrian state, tied to Kurdish rights and the integration of SDF structures into state institutions.

Syrian Democratic Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria

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Bar complaints filed against Pirro over Democrats indictments

A legal watchdog filed bar complaints against U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro and two deputies for allegedly abusing prosecutorial powers to pursue “meritless” indictments of six Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to resist unlawful orders, a move Trump condemned as sedition. The complaints, filed in New York and Virginia, argue prosecutors overstepped standards and that indictments should be decided by a grand jury, not directed by prosecutors who say the grand jury already declined to indict in this case.

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Democrats Lead On Cost Of Living

A string of polls show Democrats holding a notable edge over Republicans on handling the cost of living and the economy ahead of the 2026 midterms, with Reuters/Ipsos placing an 8-point Democratic lead and The Economist/YouGov reporting a 7-point edge. The findings frame affordability as a decisive issue amid rising energy prices linked to the Iran conflict, and note President Donald Trump’s economic record as a marketing point for Democrats while White House commentary cites his first-term growth accomplishments.

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Jeffries-Kushner Meeting Spurs Bipartisan Talks

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Jared Kushner privately discussed potential bipartisan areas such as housing, immigration, and the cost of living, with Kushner urging outreach to the White House and Jeffries signaling openness to collaboration. Jeffries also indicated that Democrats have not ruled out accountability measures, including potential impeachment of President Trump, should they win the House, underscoring a blend of outreach and oversight.

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Aug 23, 2026

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Wealth tax debate expands across states

A wave of wealth-tax proposals across parties aims to shift more revenue onto high earners, but analysts warn feasible gains are limited by capital mobility, political feasibility, and the small share of income-taxable wealth. Across the globe, debates over wealth taxes and expansive government spending clash with concerns about tax flight, budget deficits, and the resilience of market economies, highlighting how tax policy remains deeply contested and potentially self-defeating if not carefully designed.

Aug 23, 2026

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Swalwell Investigation Widens, Possible Civil Rights Violations

Federal investigators have seized electronic devices at San Francisco International Airport and raided former Rep. Eric Swalwell’s Washington home as part of a ongoing federal probe tied to sexual misconduct allegations and ties to a suspected Chinese spy, with newly declassified documents detailing interactions with Christine Fang. Swalwell has denied wrongdoing and previously resigned from Congress and suspended a California gubernatorial bid amid the investigations.

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Aug 20, 2026

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Wahab wins special election to Swalwell's California district

Democrat Aisha Wahab has won the California 14th District special election to serve the remainder of Eric Swalwell's term, defeating Melissa Hernandez after a runoff as voters settled the closely watched race sparked by Swalwell's resignation amid sexual misconduct allegations. The contest, which will also factor into November's election for the full term, saw Wahab leading or close in early counts and in ongoing tallies across multiple outlets.

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Aug 19, 2026

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Angie Nixon wins Florida Democratic Senate nomination

Angie Nixon won the Democratic nomination for Florida’s U.S. Senate seat, defeating Alex Vindman despite his fundraising advantage, with the AP calling the race and positioning her for the November contest against Republican Sen. Ashley Moody. If she wins, Nixon could become Florida’s first Black U.S. senator and has positioned herself as a progressive counterweight in the race.

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Aug 19, 2026

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Moskowitz Tops DSA-Backed Challenger in Florida Primary

U.S. Representative Jared Moskowitz, a centrist Democrat, won the Florida 25th District Democratic primary against DSA-backed Oliver Larkin as the state’s newly redrawn map makes the seat a November battleground. The contest underscored a clash between a moderate incumbent who touts bipartisanship and a progressive challenger pushing Medicare for All and other bold reforms, with Moskowitz emphasizing cross‑party appeal while Larkin argued Democrats must embrace a bolder agenda.

Donald John Trump

Aug 19, 2026

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Trump-Endorsed Gruters Captures Florida 16th GOP Nomination

Trump-backed Sydney Gruters won the Republican nomination in Florida’s 16th District and advances to the general election as the district takes a new shape, with high-profile endorsements signaling a pivotal race. In the Democratic primaries, LaShonda Holloway captured Florida’s 4th District nomination to face Michael Kirwin in November, while Rachel Grage won the 5th District Democratic primary to challenge incumbent John Rutherford.

Donald John Trump Cathrine Grage

Aug 18, 2026

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Florida Primary Delivers Gov and Senate Nominees

Florida’s upcoming primaries will determine the governor and the remaining U.S. Senate term, with Donalds atop a Trump-backed Republican field and DeSantis-aligned contenders vying for the nomination, while Democrats look to end a long statewide win drought; incumbent Ashley Moody seeks the Rubio seat with a relatively undisputed path. The election landscape also features DeSantis not backing Cory Mills in the GOP primary, a Florida-focused prediction market for the FL-06 race in 2026, and reporting on St. Johns County’s Aug. 18 primary day rules and a related county employee whistleblower case.

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Aug 16, 2026

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DNC Expands 2028 Calendar, Reinstates NH

The Democratic National Committee is moving to frontload the 2028 presidential primary with a six-state early window, featuring South Carolina first and Nevada next, reshaping the traditional Iowa-led system amid fundraising strains and calls to oust DNC Chair Ken Martin. Concurrently, President Trump is making high-profile moves—dismissals and staffing changes—while security and logistics discussions unfold around his administration.

Aug 13, 2026

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Crowley Wins Wisconsin Democratic Nomination for Governor

Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial contenders Francesca Hong, David Crowley, Kelda Roys, and Joel Brennan are making closing arguments as they compete to challenge Republican Tom Tiffany, with Crowley riding Gov. Tony Evers’s endorsement and Hong pushing a progressive platform. The race is also being explored in WisPolitics-WisconsinEye interviews with five Democrats and GOP candidate Andrew Manske on key state issues, while campaigns widen across the state amid endorsements and protests.

Tony Evers David Crowley

Aug 7, 2026

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Boelter Sentenced in Minnesota Political Killings

Vance Boelter pleaded guilty to six federal charges for the politically motivated shootings that killed Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband and seriously wounded a state senator and his wife; prosecutors seek two consecutive life sentences plus 40 years, with sentencing set for Thursday. Separate state charges remain pending, and authorities emphasize the attacks as a targeted assault on Minnesota’s lawmakers and democratic institutions.

Melissa Hortman John Hoffman

Jul 23, 2026

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Jackson Nominated to Challenge Collins After Platner Withdrawal

New UNH polls show Troy Jackson leading Susan Collins in a potential Maine Senate matchup, 49% to 46%, after Democratic challenger Graham Platner withdrew amid misconduct allegations, with Jackson recently consolidating support within the Democratic base. Other surveys indicate Collins remains competitive across moderates and various voter blocs, underscoring a tightly contested race as candidates shift after Platner’s exit.

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Jul 22, 2026

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Democrats allege SSA overstated 35M seniors tax relief

Democratic senators say a July 2 Social Security email praising improvements and a claimed $7,500 average tax relief for 35 million seniors was politicized and misleading about the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, overstating benefits that Treasury data show were not an elimination of taxes but a deduction biased toward higher earners, and they demanded answers by August 11 while reiterating Bisignano’s pledge to run the SSA independently.

Elizabeth Warren Frank Bisignano

Jul 22, 2026

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Stanton Wins Arizona CD4 Democratic Primary

Stanton won the Democratic primary in Arizona’s 4th District, fending off Kai Newkirk and securing a general election matchup against Republican Zuhdi Jasser, while critics highlighted Stanton’s pro-Israel stance and ties to business groups. The contest illustrated intra-party tensions between moderates and the progressive left, with Newkirk’s challenges to Stanton’s corporate donations and AIPAC-supported positions, though Stanton remains favored to win in the blue district.

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Jul 22, 2026

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SC to Lead 2028 Democratic Calendar Remains First

Democrats are moving to overhaul the 2028 presidential nominating calendar, likely removing Iowa from the lead and prioritizing more diverse early states such as Nevada and South Carolina to reflect the party’s coalition. The Democratic National Committee’s Rules and Bylaws Committee will debate and potentially vote on the early-window lineup in coming days, with final approval expected at the August meeting, as races for momentum and coalition-building hinge on which states vote first.

Jul 21, 2026

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Whitmer Endorses Stevens in Michigan Senate Primary

Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary has evolved into a high-stakes proxy battle between establishment-backed Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed, driven by tens of millions in outside spending that dwarfs candidate fundraising. Separately, Republican Mike Rogers remains the front-runner for the general election, while the contest for the Democratic nomination is shaping party strategy and electoral prospects in a key battleground state.

Haley Stevens Gretchen Whitmer

Jul 20, 2026

SDF dissolves after merging with Syrian army

Bar complaints filed against Pirro over Democrats indictments

Democrats Lead On Cost Of Living

Jeffries-Kushner Meeting Spurs Bipartisan Talks

Wealth tax debate expands across states

Swalwell Investigation Widens, Possible Civil Rights Violations

Wahab wins special election to Swalwell's California district

Angie Nixon wins Florida Democratic Senate nomination

Moskowitz Tops DSA-Backed Challenger in Florida Primary

Trump-Endorsed Gruters Captures Florida 16th GOP Nomination

Florida Primary Delivers Gov and Senate Nominees

DNC Expands 2028 Calendar, Reinstates NH

Crowley Wins Wisconsin Democratic Nomination for Governor

Boelter Sentenced in Minnesota Political Killings

Jackson Nominated to Challenge Collins After Platner Withdrawal

Democrats allege SSA overstated 35M seniors tax relief

Stanton Wins Arizona CD4 Democratic Primary

SC to Lead 2028 Democratic Calendar Remains First

Whitmer Endorses Stevens in Michigan Senate Primary

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