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Former President Donald Trump’s Fundraising Spikes After Grand Jury Indictment, New FEC Filings Show

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Former President Donald Trump’s Fundraising Spikes After Grand Jury Indictment, New FEC Filings Show

By News Masher on April 16, 2023

Former President Donald Trump's main campaign committee raised $14.4 million in the first quarter of 2023, with donations spiking at the end of March due to his indictment. His joint fundraising committee raised an additional $4.4 million, for a total of $18.8 million. The filings suggest that the former President’s fundraising pace is similar to post-midterm weeks, and provide insight into the state of the race for the White House and Congress. It remains to be seen how the fundraising and spending of the various candidates and committees will evolve over the coming months.

Mike Pompeo Declines Presidential Run, Nikki Haley Criticizes Trump, Supreme Court Puts Abortion Pill Ruling On Hold, and More News from Around the World

By News Masher on April 15, 2023

Mike Pompeo has announced he will not run for president in 2024, Nikki Haley has attacked President Trump in a campaign memo, and three American sailors are missing off the coast of Mexico.

Florida House of Representatives Passes Bill Banning Most Abortions After Six Weeks, Headed to Governor’s Desk for Approval

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Florida House of Representatives Passes Bill Banning Most Abortions After Six Weeks, Headed to Governor’s Desk for Approval

By News Masher on April 13, 2023

The Florida House of Representatives has approved a bill that would ban most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, with exceptions for cases of risk to the mother's life and pregnancies caused by rape, incest or human trafficking. The bill, titled the "Heartbeat Protection Act," would make Florida one of the most restrictive states in the country to obtain an abortion and is headed to Governor Ron DeSantis' desk for approval. If approved, it would take effect July 1 and has been met with criticism from pro-choice advocates who argue it would limit access to safe and legal abortions.

Florida Legislature Passes Six-Week Abortion Ban, Sending it to Governor DeSantis for Signature

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Florida Legislature Passes Six-Week Abortion Ban, Sending it to Governor DeSantis for Signature

By News Masher on April 13, 2023

Florida's Republican-dominated Legislature has passed a bill banning most abortions after six weeks and allocating $25 million annually for anti-abortion pregnancy centers. Governor Ron DeSantis is expected to sign the bill, which would make it the most restrictive abortion law in the country and a major victory for anti-abortion activists. The bill's implementation is contingent on the Florida Supreme Court ruling on the state's current 15-week ban on abortion.

Mitch McConnell to Return to Senate Next Week After Hospitalization for Concussion

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Mitch McConnell to Return to Senate Next Week After Hospitalization for Concussion

By News Masher on April 13, 2023

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell will return to work in person next week after being hospitalized for a concussion in March. He has been working from home in Kentucky since his release from a rehabilitation facility and will return to the Capitol for votes and other important business. His return will coincide with the return of Democratic Sens. Dianne Feinstein and John Fetterman, who have both been absent from the Senate due to health issues.

Senator Feinstein Requests Temporary Replacement on Senate Judiciary Committee While Recovering from Shingles

By News Masher on April 13, 2023

Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) has requested to be temporarily replaced on the powerful Senate Judiciary Committee while she recovers from shingles. She expressed her understanding that her absence could delay the important work of the committee, and asked Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) to allow another Democratic senator to serve until she is able to resume her duties. Feinstein has served on the committee since 1993 and is the most senior Democrat on the committee.

Rep. Ro Khanna Calls for Sen. Dianne Feinstein to Resign Amid Extended Absence from Senate

Rep. Ro Khanna Calls for Sen. Dianne Feinstein to Resign Amid Extended Absence from Senate

By News Masher on April 12, 2023

California Rep. Ro Khanna has called for Sen. Dianne Feinstein to resign due to her extended absence from the Senate due to health issues. Khanna argued that it is unacceptable for a Senator to be absent for months with no clear prospect of return, and that it is incumbent on Governor Newsom and Senator Schumer to speak out. The idea of Feinstein resigning has been met with mixed reactions, with some arguing that it is an undignified and unkind spectacle.

Progressives Call for Sen. Dianne Feinstein to Resign from Senate Judiciary Committee Amid Health Issues

By News Masher on April 12, 2023

Prominent progressives are calling for Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) to resign or step down from her post on the Senate Judiciary Committee due to her lengthy absence due to health issues. Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) argued that not speaking out about Feinstein's resignation "undermines our credibility as elected representatives of the people," and that while Feinstein has had a lifetime of public service, "it is obvious she can no longer fulfill her duties." Feinstein has yet to comment on the calls for her resignation, and it remains to be seen if she will step down or continue to serve in the Senate.

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