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• Maryland House approves new congressional map as Senate leaders warn of risks - The Maryland State House moved forward with a new congressional map backed by Democrats, even as state Senate leaders cautioned the plan could backfire.
• Spencer Pratt enters LA mayor race, accuses current leadership of 'criminal negligence' over fire response - "The Hills" star Spencer Pratt challenges Mayor Karen Bass, running for Los Angeles mayor after witnessing what he calls failed city leadership during devastating fires.
• Former Trail Blazers center Chris Dudley makes second run for governor of Oregon - Former NBA player Chris Dudley announced his governor run in Oregon for 2026, joining a crowded Republican field to challenge Gov. Tina Kotek.
• Dems blasted for trying to ‘deport’ ICE from swing county over ‘blood money’ rent - Swing county Democrats clash with GOP congressman over ICE presence, sparking heated debate about federal law enforcement legitimacy in Pennsylvania.
• Florida GOP candidate wants 50% 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators to fight 'cultural degeneracy' - Republican Florida governor candidate James Fishback proposes 50% 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators, claiming it would raise $200 million for education.
• Spencer Pratt announces LA mayor run on one-year anniversary of Palisades fire that destroyed his home - Former "The Hills" star Spencer Pratt files to run for LA mayor, accusing current leaders of mismanagement and calling the fire damage "preventable."
• Healthcare, economy and the 'One Big Beautiful Bill': Welcome to the midterms - The 2026 midterm elections heat up as Democrats target kitchen table issues while Republicans defend Senate control, as key races could reshape Congress.
• Republicans eye Iowa Senate supermajority in Tuesday special election - Iowa special election Tuesday pits Democrat Renee Hardman against Republican Lucas Loftin for Senate District 16, with Republicans seeking supermajority control.
• Some NY Democrats say Mamdani made their jobs tougher as local Republicans make gains: report - Some New York Democrats struggled with messaging as Republicans use progressive mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani to brand the party as far-left socialists.
• House Democrat drops re-election bid after Texas redraws congressional map - Rep. Marc Veasey, D-Texas, announced that he will not run for House again and will instead run for the role of Tarrant County judge after redistricting.