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Lawmakers and community leaders react to ‘indefensible’ Cesar Chavez sexual abuse allegations

New York Times report leads to multiple cancellations of events meant to celebrate the late labor organizer

The Guardian - US

Democrats, groups sound alarm on Trump actions on elections

Democrats and voter advocacy groups are increasingly warning that Trump administration policies and actions could curtail voting in the midterm elections when it comes to changes on who can cast ballots and when it will count. President Donald Trump and federal agencies have taken several steps over the past year…

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Tim Walz accuses Trump of withholding $259m in Medicaid funds ‘to punish blue states’ – as it happened

Democratic governor of Minnesota says administration’s federal withholding of $259m ‘has nothing to do with fraud’

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Trump called it a ‘golden age’ in front of millions, and the Democrat chosen to respond had three questions that cut right through it

That’s how the Democrats plan to win the midterms.

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Who Skipped Trump's State Of The Union Address: Here's Full List Of Those Who Boycotted The Event And Why

Over 80 Democratic lawmakers boycott President Trump's State of the Union Address, highlighting political divisions.

International Business Times UK

Trump is ‘making your life harder’: Democrat Abigail Spanberger argues in State of the Union response

Spanberger spoke from Colonial Williamsburg to deliver a message on affordability on behalf of the Democratic Party

The Independent UK

‘We did not hear the truth’: Spanberger criticizes Trump over cost of living

Virginia’s new governor gives State of the Union rebuttal while Alex Padilla echoes themes in Spanish response

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Trump delivers longest-ever State of the Union address – as it happened

President is dogged by low public approval ratings with November midterm elections on the horizon

The Guardian - AU

What to expect in Gov Abigail Spanberger’s response to Trump State of the Union address

She will have far less time than the Republican president to deliver her rebuttal

The Independent UK

State of the Union 2026: When and where to watch Donald Trump’s speech to Congress — details

President Trump is set to deliver his State of the Union address, his second major speech to Congress this term. The address, expected to be lengthy, will likely highlight his accomplishments and address key issues like tariffs, immigration, and foreign policy. Several Democrats plan to boycott the event, with Governor…

The Times of India

What time is Trump’s State of the Union – and how can I watch?

The US president will deliver his State of the Union address this evening – here’s what you need to know

The Guardian - US

Democratic response to Trump's SOTU becomes a crowded affair

Democrats are trying to mobilize every faction of their coalition before the midterms.

Axios

Silence for Democrats but a spotlight for Epstein survivors at State of the Union

Democratic leaders have laid out options including not attending Trump's speech. But Epstein survivors are also central to their plans.

Roll Call

Abigail Spanberger to give Democratic response to Trump’s State of the Union address

Virginia governor is seen as a model for the party to win back power in midterm elections

The Guardian - US

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Legislative Response to California City Facility Oversight

Recent oversight at the California City Detention Facility has sparked a debate about the future of state-run and private detention. In January 2026, U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Adam Schiff inspected the facility. They reported frightening medical neglect and inhumane conditions. These findings have energized advocates and pushed several reform…

Axios

Inside Dems' 11th-hour push to force changes to ICE

A group of around 10 Senate Democrats is coalescing around a list of demands for changes at DHS.

International Business Times

Senate Democrats Move to Block Taxpayer-Funded Reimbursements to Jan. 6 Rioters

The Trump administration already agreed to a $5 million settlement with the family of Ashli Babbitt, who was shot and killed by a Capitol Police officer.

The Guardian - US

Brown University shooting: person of interest in custody is in his 20s, police chief confirms – as it happened

Officials refuse to share name of person or details of arrest; Donald Trump says ‘Things can happen’ in comments shared by White House

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Firefighting plan that tripped up spending package back on track - Roll Call

A dispute over a Trump administration plan to consolidate federal firefighting operations may be close to resolution.

Benzinga

Nancy Pelosi Says Trump's 'Reckless Agenda' Has Made Thanksgiving Dinner More Expensive By 10%: 'Shameful...'

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) criticized President Donald Trump and Republicans, saying their policies have driven up the cost of Thanksgiving dinner while average families struggle to make ends meet.

Roll Call

House Democrats spotlight Trump immigration enforcement harms - Roll Call

House Democrats held a forum Wednesday to call attention to harms from President Donald Trump's tough-on-immigration enforcement policies.

Al Jazeera

What can we expect as fire season ramps up in California?

Officials and scientists say the state has had a mild season thus far, but fires are expected to surge in drier months.

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Donald Trump says questioning law enforcement about anything means you hate America. What’s he trying to hide?

It's one of those accusations that you need to hear to believe happened.

The Guardian - US

Democratic senators introduce bill to prohibit Ice agents from wearing masks

Immigration officers would be prevented from wearing masks and be required to display badge numbers

The Independent UK

Democrats push bill that would ban ICE agents from wearing face masks

Under new bill, immigration law enforcement personnel would be banned from using non-medical face coverings

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