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ICYMI from @calmatters.org: After the sudden death of U.S. Rep Doug LaMalfa, a CalMatters reporter who covered him for 20 years reflects on his life and legacy.

www.newsfromthestates.com/article/doug...
The Doug LaMalfa I covered: Authentic, cranky and deeply caring
In summaryAfter the sudden death of U.S. Rep Doug LaMalfa, a CalMatters reporter who covered him for 20 years reflects on his life and legacy.
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January 7, 2026 at 7:45 PM
As abortion rights activists in Wyoming and beyond celebrated the decision, the anti-abortion camp decried it and called for legislative action.

via @wyofile.com
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Abortion-rights advocates cheer Wyoming Supreme Court ruling; opponents plan constitutional amendment
As a plaintiff in the 2022 lawsuit that kicked off years of legal sparring over Wyoming abortion rights, Dr. Giovannina Anthony had waited a long time for Tuesday’s Supreme Court decision on the state...
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January 7, 2026 at 1:14 PM
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January 6, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday that he will discontinue his campaign for a third term, and several of the state’s highest-ranking Democrats are considering running to replace him, though none have announced a campaign yet.

via @minnesotareformer.com
www.newsfromthestates.com/article/who-...
Who could replace Gov. Walz as the DFL nominee for Minnesota governor?
Democratic Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday that he will discontinue his campaign for a third term, and several of the state’s highest-ranking Democrats are considering running to replace him, though no...
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January 6, 2026 at 8:06 PM
ALSO from @calmatters.org:

Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a fourth generation rice farmer and Republican who for the last 13 years represented much of California’s rural north in Congress, has died.

He was 65.

www.newsfromthestates.com/article/rep-...
Rep. Doug LaMalfa, a steadfast advocate for California’s North State, dies at 65
In summary LaMalfa was known for his dedication to water access and forestry management, key issues for his largely rural district. His death leaves House Republicans with an even more precarious majo...
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January 6, 2026 at 8:05 PM