Supreme Court allows new California Congressional map to stand

On February 6, 2026, in Elections, Redistricting, by David Elrod

The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled that California may proceed with its updated congressional district map, which could give Democrats an additional five seats in Congress.

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House Agriculture Committee Chairman sets dates for Farm Bill hearing

On February 6, 2026, in Farm Bill, by David Elrod

House Agriculture Committee Chairman GT Thompson (R-PA) this week said the committee plans to take up the next Farm Bill in committee from February 23-25.

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Partial government shutdown likely this weekend as funding negotiations hit impasse in the Senate

On January 30, 2026, in Appropriations, by David Elrod

The U.S. federal government is set for a partial shutdown this weekend as funding expires Friday night. Senate leadership and the White House announced a deal to fund the remaining government agencies and departments, but Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) placed a hold on that deal.

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House approves final FY2026 appropriations bills

On January 23, 2026, in Appropriations, by David Elrod

The House on Thursday approved all of its remaining FY2026 appropriations bills, where they will now head to the Senate for consideration before the January 30 deadline.

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Louisiana Representative Julia Letlow announces Senate bid

On January 23, 2026, in Elections, by David Elrod

Rep. Julia Letlow this week announces she plans to run for Senate against current Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy, who is up for reelection in 2026.

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