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Trump’s foreign policy approach could hurt GOP
Most senior Capitol Hill aides say President Donald Trump’s approach to major foreign policy issues will hurt Republicans in the 2026 midterm elections.
Hill staffers see AOC as next Democratic leader
Top Capitol Hill staffers see AOC as most likely to become the leading voice for the Democratic Party during Trump’s second term.
Lawmakers concerned about Trump admin handling sensitive materials
Most lawmakers on Capitol Hill are worried about the security of sensitive materials being in the hands of the Trump administration, our latest survey found.
Congress isn’t sure crypto reforms are good for financial system
Congress isn’t convinced the changes lawmakers are pursuing to the regulation of crypto will be good for the U.S. financial system.
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