Once Upon a Hill

Once Upon a Hill

Democrats seize on rising gas prices
Gas prices are climbing rapidly after the Iran conflict rattled global oil markets, prompting Democrats to sharpen their affordability message and urge…
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Selma’s legacy looms over voting battle
As Selma commemorates Bloody Sunday, Democrats warn GOP voting proposals and a pending SCOTUS ruling could reshape Black political power in Congress and…
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DWC seeks changes to Mace harassment resolution
The Democratic Women’s Caucus is working with sponsors of Nancy Mace’s resolution to release decades of harassment records while trying to protect…
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DHS fight continues after Noem firing
Trump’s removal of Kristi Noem and nomination of Sen. Markwayne Mullin did little to move Democrats off demands for ICE reforms as the DHS shutdown…
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Democrats target Big Ag over groceries
Senate Dems will roll out legislation to curb Big Ag consolidation that they say is driving up costs, as they argue Trump is spending billions on the…
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Senate blocks effort to limit Iran war
Senators rejected a resolution requiring Trump to seek congressional approval for the Iran war. Democrats say the vote still forced senators on record…
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Senate to vote on Iran war powers resolution
Senators will vote this afternoon on a bipartisan measure seeking to block unauthorized U.S. military action against Iran, forcing lawmakers to go on…
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Iran war scrutiny intensifies on Capitol Hill
Trump officials brief lawmakers as Democrats question the rationale for the Iran strikes, criticize evacuation planning for Americans in the region and…
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GOP farm bill faces showdown
The House Agriculture Committee is set to mark up Republicans’ farm bill as Democrats warn it falls short on SNAP, tariffs and affordability.
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Trump vows quick Iran campaign
As casualties rise, the president outlines a four- to five-week timeline for Operation Epic Fury. Plus: The latest on DHS funding and a preview of the…
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America mourns as Iran war widens
Three U.S. service members were killed in action as Iranian missile and drone strikes hit American installations, marking the first U.S. combat deaths…
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Iran responds after Trump strikes
Iran retaliates after U.S. strikes kill its supreme leader, as lawmakers demand classified briefings and push for votes to limit further military…
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