Meryl Kornfield

In today’s edition … Defense agencies brace for layoffs ... Catholic bishops sue Trump administration over suspended refugee care funding.

In today’s edition … Dems say Trump’s government cuts are hurting his own supporters … The state of play in Minnesota’s 2026 Senate race.

In today’s edition … House moves forward on reconciliation, while full GOP support remains in doubt … Arizona’s GOP gubernatorial primary kicks off with fight over Trump’s support.

In today’s edition … Senate Dems speak through the night in protest of Trump OMB nominee … 2026 gubernatorial campaigns get underway.

In today’s edition … Martin and Wikler remain ahead in final week of DNC chair race … Democrats eye leveraging the debt ceiling for policy wins.

In today’s edition … O’Malley calls for donor transparency; Wikler announces new endorsements from governors.

Ulbricht was sentenced to life in prison in 2015 on charges related to his website, where users could buy and sell drugs and other illegal goods with bitcoin.

In today’s edition … Trump presidency begins with executive actions — and legal challenges … Biden’s and Trump’s pardons raise eyebrows and concerns.

In today’s edition … Activists and congressional Dems launch new trans-rights group.

Polls showed Biden falling behind Trump before he stepped aside, and that he lost ground after a shaky debate performance in June.