Politics
Political Allegations and Controversies
Senator Marco Rubio declined to comment on allegations against President Trump’s ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle. A Democratic congressional candidate in Arizona disclosed that she was raped while repairing campaign signs, highlighting issues of sexual assault and political accountability.
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The Hill
Despite efforts by Senate leadership to pass meaningful legislation before the midterm recess, partisan gridlock resulted in the failure of several key bills, leaving the chamber with little progress beyond minor administrative measures and one bipartisan sports act.
2026-10-08 15:00 UTC
The Hill
A Democratic congressional candidate in Arizona said Wednesday that she was raped by two men while repairing a campaign sign in August, revealing an alleged attack she said she initially kept secret out of shame. Bernadette Greene-Placentia, who is challenging Rep. Abraham Hamadeh (R) in Arizona’s 8
2026-10-08 15:05 UTC
The Hill
Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday batted away questions about the conduct of President Trump’s ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle. The Wall Street Journal reported this week that Guilfoyle solicited cash in exchange for influence with the Trump administration, as part of an effort to
2026-10-08 15:10 UTC