Politics
House Democrats Face Leadership Crisis
House Democrats were left reeling after two centrist lawmakers unexpectedly helped Republican leadership pass a key procedural vote. The defections have left the party stunned and scrambling for answers.
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The Hill
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2026-09-01 21:32 UTC
Axios
House Democrats were left stunned and pointing fingers Tuesday after a pair of centrist lawmakers unexpectedly helped Republican leadership pass a key procedural vote.Why
2026-09-01 21:45 UTC