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Why Rep. Liz Cheney Says the Jan. 6 Hearings Are Worth Risking Her Political Future
Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming is just one of just two Republicans participating in the Jan. 6 hearings and an outspoken critic of former President Donald Trump’s role in the riots. Cheney faces a tough primary challenge and that stand may hurt her political future in Wyoming, but she maintains it is worth it. LX News storyteller Clark Fouraker explains.
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Trump Rebuked With Stinging Losses in Georgia GOP Contests
Trump failed to replace all four Republican incumbents he targeted in the state, including incumbent Gov. Brian Kemp of Georgia, who easily dispatched Donald Trump’s hand-picked challenger.
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Georgia's New Voting Laws Didn't Dampen Early Turnout — But Does That Mean Votes Weren't Suppressed?
When Georgia passed a controversial law last year putting new restrictions on voting access, many predicted lower turnout would follow. However, that hasn’t been in the case as the state has seen record early turnout ahead of its primary election. But does that mean the law didn’t suppress votes? NBCLX political editor Noah Pransky traveled to Georgia to find out....
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Primaries in Georgia, Texas, Elsewhere to Test Trump's Political Power Over GOP
Georgia takes center stage in Tuesday’s primary elections as Gov. Brian Kemp and Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger try to fight back challengers endorsed by former President Donald Trump, who is seeking revenge for his 2020 election defeat in the state.
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Herschel Walker's Senate Campaign Is Part of a Long Line of Athletes Who've Run for Office
Herschel Walker’s 2022 Georgia primary campaign for a U.S. Senate seat is the latest example in a long lineup of athletes running for office—and often winning.
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McCormick, Oz Locked in Tight Penn. GOP Senate Race; Mastriano Wins Gov Nod
Donald Trump’s choice for Pennsylvania governor has won his primary, and his Senate pick is locked in an exceedingly close contest as the former president works to expand his hold on the Republican Party.
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Low Young Voter Turnout for Pennsylvania's Primary Due to Access — Not Apathy
On primary day in Pennsylvania, Millennials and members of Gen Z are an infrequent sight at polling stations. NBCLX political editor Noah Pransky went on a hunt for young Pennsylvania primary voters, and uncovered several reasons why they are so hard to find.
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The Youth Vote May Matter More in Pa., Ga. Midterms Than Anywhere Else
Despite millions of dollars being spent on Pennsylvania’s Senate race, few candidate resources appear directed toward young voters right now.
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Roe v Wade Re-engaging American Electorate, New Polls Suggest
Abortion rights are now re-engaging many voters in the political process, according to new polling conducted by Morning Consult in the days following last week’s news that the Supreme Court may be on the verge of striking down the 49-year-old precedent set by Roe v. Wade.
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Biden Touts Efforts to Tackle Inflation, Assails GOP's Economic Agenda
President Joe Biden outlined his efforts to fight inflation and lower consumer prices in a speech from the White House on Tuesday, contrasting his agenda with the proposals of Republicans, who have made the economy a top line of attack against Democrats as primary season begins.
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Why the Race for PA's Senate Seat is a Big Deal — Even if You're Not From PA
The race to replace retiring Sen. Pat Toomey in Pennsylvania features three politicians seeking higher office: Lt. Gov. John Fetterman, State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta, U.S. Rep Conor Lamb. Hedge fund CEO Dave McCormick and TV’s Dr. Mehmet Oz are the top polling candidates on the Republican side.