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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 12m

Our James Downs traveled to Laredo, TX to talk with Rep. Henry Cuellar about President Trump's gains with Hispanic voters and what his party can do to regain prominence in South Texas.
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Q&A with Henry Cuellar

The South Texas Democrat offers the national party a step back and a path forward.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 3h

Sens. Kaine and Schiff's War Powers Act resolution that would block further strikes on boats in the Caribbean failed, 48-51, on Wednesday evening, but the point may have been to put GOP senators on the record over the issue, @savbehrmanndc.bsky.social reports (unlocked)
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Democrats force vote on strikes against alleged drug-trafficking boats

A war-powers resolution fails in the Senate after lawmakers raise concern over the administration’s actions against cartels.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 18h

Mark Nov. 1 as the first test of the acceptance of the cuts in nutrition programs under the Republican-passed One Big Beautiful Bill Act that President Trump signed on July 4.
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Anti-hunger advocates steel themselves for looming cuts

Low-income families face tougher work requirements for SNAP, plus uncertain funding for the WIC program.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 18h

In a Hotline exclusive, Dem Rep. Mikie Sherrill leads her GOP opponent, Jack Ciattarelli in a new poll of the New Jersey governor’s race.
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Exclusive: Mikie Sherrill holds single-digit lead in DGA-commissioned poll

The Democratic nominee holds a steady lead heading into the final month of the New Jersey governor's race.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 1d

For years, filmmakers have been lured away from LA by tax incentives and lower production costs in other countries. That could change under the 100 percent tariff on foreign-made films Trump is threatening, @caseywooten.bsky.social reports
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Trump’s latest tariff target: the film industry

For years, filmmakers have been lured away from southern California by tax incentives and lower production costs in other countries.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 1d

Asked about a range of issues, Bondi aggressively clashed with her interrogators.
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OUTLOOK: Bellicose and blunt, Bondi pushes back against Democratic attacks with barbs of her own

PLUS: No deal on ACA subsidy renewal; SCOTUS hears conversion-therapy case; little progress made toward ending shutdown; and GOP lawmakers decry FBI probe of Jan. 6 phone records.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 1d

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Hotline is spotlighting six states, ordered alphabetically, where narrow legislative margins and national investment will define which party can tilt the congressional balance of power when redrawing maps.
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The most important legislative elections ahead of 2030

Amid mid-cycle redistricting fight, parties eye state legislative gains ahead of the next census.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 2d

Will the shutdown matter when it comes to voters? Probably not writes Charlie Cook. That's because the partisanship extends to the blame game: Voters in red states blame Democrats; those in blue states blame Republicans: www.nationaljournal.com/s/729803/whe...

When a shutdown isn't really a shutdown

Polls are exaggerating the impact of the impasse, which doesn't change our political fundamentals.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 2d

It's Day 6 of the government shutdown and there's no end in sight. Both sides are just as dug in as they were on Day 1. Read about the latest maneuvers on Capitol Hill in tonight's NJ OUTLOOK:
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OUTLOOK: Day 6 and counting: Washington stuck in shutdown

PLUS: Scientists and activists urge Congress to protect space budget, and report finds thousands of heat-related injuries on the job.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 2d

Sen. Bill Cassidy reluctantly helped confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as HHS secretary. Could he be harboring regrets after RFK has upended the CDC and vaccine schedules? In this free article, @Vu_Reports looks at the relationship between the two and what's next:
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Sen. Bill Cassidy could try to clamp down on RFK Jr.—but will he?

It’s not clear whether a Cassidy-led working group created to reform the CDC will address upheaval at the agency brought on by Kennedy.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 2d

OMB Director Russ Vought has become Donald Trump's point man on shrinking the federal workforce and cutting government spending So who is he? Read this unlocked story by @caseywooten.bsky.social to find out:
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Trump’s reaper: OMB Director Russell Vought front and center in shutdown fight

The architect of Project 2025 is spearheading the administration's steep cuts to the federal budget and overhaul of the government workforce.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 6d

FDA's quiet approval of a new application for a generic version of the abortion drug mifepristone is causing major heartburn among right-to-life advocates. Read tonight's NJ OUTLOOK to find out more about it and other developments today around the capital:
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OUTLOOK: FDA approval of new abortion-drug application draws outrage from antiabortion advocates

PLUS: Shutdown likely to roll into next week; some Democrats open to ACA-subsidy reform; and Grijalva in limbo as she awaits her swearing-in.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 6d

Could Donald Trump's souring approval ratings and the overperformance of Democrats in special elections this year combine to flip a Tennessee congressional seat from red to blue? Read @kirk-bado.bsky.social's unlocked story to find out: www.nationaljournal.com/s/729779/see...

Seeing blue in Green’s district

Tennessee’s first special election in more than 40 years offers another test of Democratic resistance.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 6d

One of the Supreme Court's most consequential terms begins next week with the balance of power front and center as cases on tariffs, birthright citizenship, and the autonomy of independent agencies will be decided. Read this free story from @ledyardking.bsky.social:
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'Testing everything': Supreme Court begins fall term with the balance of power on the docket

Cases on independent agencies, tariffs, and birthright citizenship will determine the boundaries of executive authority.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 6d

In our weekly Q&A, Nancy Vu interviews @cato.org's director of health policy studies @mfcannon.bsky.social on why he opposes the ACA and the enhanced premium tax credits at the center of the government shutdown.
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Q&A with Michael Cannon

The Cato Institute director of health policy studies explains why he opposes the ACA and the enhanced premium tax credits at the center of the government shutdown.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 7d

In a two-sentence order, SCOTUS stated that the Lisa Cook case is “deferred pending oral argument in January 2026.” The order is unsigned and offers no additional insight into the merits of the case. But Cook gets to keep her job, at least for now.

OUTLOOK: Supreme Court rejects Trump move to immediately fire Lisa Cook from Federal Reserve Board

PLUS: Senators seek deal on ACA tax credits; controversial BLS nominee pulled by Trump administration; and shutdown suspends telehealth reimbursement.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 7d

The administration looked to use the shutdown as an opportunity to further reshape Washington. OMB Director Russ Vought made good on his threats of additional cuts and further layoffs.
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White House eyes shutdown as opportunity to further winnow, reshape federal government

The Trump administration is threatening mass layoffs of federal workers and project cancellations beyond the scope of previous shutdowns.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 8d

Lawmakers left Capitol Hill on Tuesday no closer to a deal to keep the government open past midnight.
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'Politics of idiocy': Last-ditch efforts to avoid a government shutdown die amid finger-pointing

With no deal in sight and both sides digging in, the lights turn off at 12:01. It’ll be the first shutdown since 2018.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 8d

President Trump’s extraordinary and often partisan speech to an unprecedented gathering of the nation’s top military officers was out of step with American norms on keeping the military out of politics.
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OUTLOOK: Trump gives flag officers a campaign speech in everything but name

PLUS: Judge blocks layoff of 500+ VOA workers; Hegseth to overhaul Defense IG office; Senate confirms Waltz as U.N. ambassador; and U.S. deports Iranian immigrants.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 8d

Experts say the dual moves of crackdown and consolidation may make it easier for the Trump White House to control broadcast news stations and limit dissent in the media.
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Carr's FCC looks at easing rules for media consolidation. Experts worry that's a bad thing.

A combination of crackdowns and consolidation could make it easier for the Trump White House to control broadcast news stations and limit dissent in the media.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 8d

Trump is doing what he wants, not what is popular. In some ways he may be playing the long game—positioning himself for popularity in future history books more than now.
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The zero-F's presidency

The president no longer cares what anyone thinks. But 2026 Republican candidates should care.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 9d

Is coal making a comeback? The Trump administration is trying to revive an industry buffeted by market forces and climate activists as it tries to find more energy sources to power AI. Read NJ OUTLOOK to find out about this and other developments in DC: www.nationaljournal.com/s/729734/out...

OUTLOOK: Making coal great again

PLUS: Democratic report finds drug prices have risen this year; Trump clears way for allies to buy TikTok; GAO says administration wrongly withheld FEMA funds; and Gerald Ford’s would-be assassin…

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 9d

In the 10 elections since Ronald Reagan’s 1984 win, there have been no landslides. In fact, all 10 victories had winners garnering 53 percent or less. Why? @CharlieCookDC explains in his latest OFF TO THE RACES: www.nationaljournal.com/s/729733/why...

Why there are no more landslides

Since 1984, no president has won as much as 54 percent of the popular vote.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 9d

Ukrainian refugees entering Poland found a welcoming haven to escape the ravages of war. But deep cuts in U.S. foreign aid, and the election of a Trump-endorsed Polish president is making life more difficult. Read this free story from @Layer_natasha
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'Poland First': Partnership between Trump and Poland's president has made life more difficult for Ukrainian refugees

Anti-immigrant rhetoric, cuts to U.S. foreign aid, and the pullback of NGO assistance are contributing to the despair of Ukrainians who fled to Poland.

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National Journal @nationaljournal.com · 9d

On this episode, @dcdufour.bsky.social and Charlie Cook discuss the latest news on redistricting, the impending government shutdown, and how thermostatic politics could affect the dynamics of the midterm elections.
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National Journal Radio Bonus Episode: Thermostatic Politics

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