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Republican Rep. Claims GDP In Ruby Red State Plummeted In The First Quarter Due To Trump Admin Policies: 'Troubled Economic Mess'

Republican Rep. Don Bacon said the GDP in Nebraska has dropped by 6% in the first quarter of the year, claiming that "it's all about trade"

Latin Times · Aug 6, 2025

This Bill Would Fine Social Media Companies $5 Million Every Day for Not Fighting 'Terrorism'

The STOP HATE Act wants social media platforms to report their moderation policies and outcomes to the government. And it’s not the only censorial measure Rep. Josh Gottheimer wants.

Reason · Jul 24, 2025

Senate, House NDAAs address Confederate military names - Roll Call

The House and Senate are poised to consider switching back to some of the names of military bases that the Trump administration reversed.

Roll Call · Jul 17, 2025

Exits by Tillis and Bacon demonstrate Trump’s enduring grip on modern GOP - Roll Call

The looming departures of Sen. Thom Tillis and Rep. Don Bacon are another sign of President Donald Trump's firm grip on the Republican Party.

Roll Call · Jul 1, 2025

Rep. Don Bacon announces retirement, opening up purple Nebraska district - Roll Call

Nebraska Rep. Don Bacon won’t seek reelection in 2026, boosting Democrats’ hopes of winning his purple district in the midterm elections.

Roll Call · Jun 30, 2025

Anti-Trump conservative Don Bacon will not seek re-election to Nebraska congressional seat eyed by Dems

Trump critic represents swing district that includes Omaha, prompting optimism that Democrats could take vacated seat

The Guardian - US · Jun 28, 2025

First GOP rescissions package narrowly passes the House - Roll Call

House Republicans eked out a narrow win Thursday on their $9.4 billion rescission package in a dramatic afternoon vote.

Roll Call · Jun 12, 2025

Protests as ICE raid targets meat production plant

Omaha police and the Douglas County sheriff said immigration officials had warned them about their plans

The Independent UK · Jun 11, 2025

House considers Trump cuts as Senate Republicans work on reconciliation bill - Roll Call

As Senate committees continue to work on the reconciliation bill this week, the House plans to vote on Trump's rescissions proposals.

Roll Call · Jun 9, 2025

At the races: Big, beautiful bickering - Roll Call

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including the GOP budget and more campaign bids.

Roll Call · Jun 5, 2025