This week: Lame duck kicks off with Hegseth impeachment effort - Roll Call This week: Lame duck kicks off with Hegseth impeachment effort - Congress Roll Call · Nov 9
Hegseth not even under consideration for Senate role as his possible administration escape hatch closes: report Tennessee governor-elect Marsha Blackburn is unlikely to appoint Pete Hegseth when she gives up her Senate seat The Independent UK · Nov 6
Pete Hegseth is now a problem Trump can’t bring himself to solve ANALYSIS: Everyone predicted that War Daddy’s head would roll if the midterms results were bad. In reality, Trump has equivocated — because he’s backed himself into a corner on Iran, writes Holly Baxter The Independent UK · Nov 5
Trump denies rumors about replacing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, and says he would be a ‘very popular’ Tennessee senator Trump reportedly asked allies if Hegseth should stay We Got This Covered · Nov 5
Providence CEO Says Medicare Advantage Plans Owe $1 Billion as He Pushes Bill for 14-Day Claim Payments Providence says Medicare Advantage plans owe it about $1 billion, while bipartisan legislation would impose faster payment deadlines, interest and possible penalties on insurers. Medical Daily · Nov 5
Taylor Swift's Past Criticism of Marsha Blackburn Resurfaces After Republican Wins Tennessee Governor's Race Marsha Blackburn's victory in Tennessee's 2026 governor's race has revived Taylor Swift's 2018 criticism of her record, although Swift has made no verified new statement. International Business Times UK · Nov 5
Trump says Hegseth doing 'a very good job' as questions swirl about his future There are concerns within the Republican Party regarding the Iran war and Hegseth's leadership. He faces potential scrutiny and investigations from incoming Democratic lawmakers focused on his policies and decisions. Some Republicans have suggested Hegseth may not be the right fit moving forward. The Economic Times · Nov 5
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Historic firsts in US midterm elections as Georgia elects first Black woman governor, Michigan first Muslim senator The US midterm elections yielded remarkable results with the election of several historic figures. Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms became Georgia's first Black female governor and Deb Haaland was elected as New Mexico's first Native American governor. This election also saw the win of Chris Pappas as the first out gay… The Economic Times · Nov 4
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Stella Parton Condemns Republicans and Claims Voting Issues Will Turn Out as 'a Freaking Disaster' Stella Parton alleged that a Nashville voting machine repeatedly selected Marsha Blackburn, urging Tennessee voters to check their choices. Officials said only one matching complaint had been received International Business Times UK · Oct 29
Rural Hospitals Brace for 2027 Medicaid Cuts as Lawmakers Float Bills to Keep Financially Struggling Facilities Open Rural hospitals are preparing for Medicaid work requirements beginning in 2027, while lawmakers consider funding, loans, and regulatory changes to prevent closures and protect access to care. Medical Daily · Oct 29
Pete Hegseth's Senate Escape Plan? Trump Defence Chief Eyes New Job as Impeachment Threat Looms Pete Hegseth reportedly eyes a Tennessee Senate seat as impeachment pressure mounts, Democrats threaten action and questions swirl over whether Trump could fire his defence chief. International Business Times UK · Oct 27
International Business Times UK · Oct 27 Hegseth Reportedly Seeks Marsha Blackburn's Senate Seat to Avoid Impeachment Trial Pete Hegseth is reportedly interested in a possible Tennessee Senate appointment if Marsha Blackburn becomes governor, but the Pentagon dismisses the claim.
The Independent UK · Oct 26 Republican vows he’ll push Hegseth impeachment even if Democrats win midterms Kentucky congressman vows to push for Hegseth’s ouster in lame-duck session
The Independent UK · Oct 26 Pete Hegseth eyes Senate escape route as impeachment threat grows: report IN FULL
The Independent UK · Oct 22 Dolly Parton’s sister claims Tennessee voting machine flipped her vote to Republican Stella Parton, younger sister of the late country music star, has raised serious allegations of vote rigging in Tennessee
International Business Times UK · Oct 22 Dolly Parton's Sister Claims Tennessee Voting Machine Kept Defaulting to Marsha Blackburn Despite Three Corrections Country singer Stella Parton said a Tennessee voting machine repeatedly selected Marsha Blackburn instead of her preferred candidate. Officials urged voters to review ballots and report unexpected selections before voting.
The Independent UK · Oct 14 Marsha Blackburn posts AI video of herself as Kendrick Lamar dancing with other Tennessee Republicans Senator Marsha Blackburn has posted a bizarre AI video showing herself and fellow Tennessee Republicans dancing to Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us.”
Roll Call · Oct 14 These states could elect their first female governors this year Minnesota and Tennessee appear set for a political breakthrough this year, with each state poised to elect its first female governor. The major-party nominees in both states are women, and Congress could see two of its own take over those governorships with Sens. Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota and Marsha Blackburn…
International Business Times UK · Oct 12 Trump's Jaw Movements at Tennessee Rally Draw Stimulant Speculation From Psychologist Psychologist John Paul Garrison questioned Trump's jaw movements at a Tennessee rally, but the footage offers no proof of stimulant use.
International Business Times UK · Oct 11 Kid Rock Branded a 'Shameless Clown' After Politically Charged Speech at Donald Trump's Tennessee Rally Kid Rock faced online backlash after speaking at a Tennessee rally for Republican candidate Marsha Blackburn, attacking socialism, Islam, wealth redistribution and teachers' unions
The Guardian - US · Oct 11 Capital punishment is surging in the US – but after Christa Pike’s botched execution, what is its future? Trump has used the full might of the presidency to supercharge executions, but an avalanche of mishaps has put the system’s flaws in the spotlight
The Economic Times · Oct 6 Tennessee Republicans push to explore new execution methods after failed Christa Pike execution Tennessee's Republican leaders are considering alternative execution methods following the unsuccessful execution of Christa Pike. Governor Bill Lee has ordered an investigation into the state's death penalty practices, including execution procedures. Prominent officials, including Senator Marsha Blackburn and House Speaker Cameron Sexton, support reviewing execution methods. Possible alternatives could include…