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House Democrats Return to Session, Push Ethics Reforms After Dual Congressman Resignations
House Democrats resumed session on April 14, 2026, to advance ethics reforms after Reps. Swalwell and Gonzales resigned amid misconduct allegations.
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DOJ Cites National Security Needs in Court Push to Restart President’s Proposed White House Ballroom Project
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President Trump Posts DOJ Filing on Social Media Demanding Immediate White House Ballroom Build Post-Shooting
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Oregon gets boost from Dante Moore’s surprise return despite NFL draft expectations
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Oregon Ducks get boost from QB Dante Moore returning instead of entering NFL draft, despite coordinator losses
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Rams Trade No. 29 Pick to Chiefs for Star CB Trent McDuffie in Draft Night Shocker
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Northwestern hires Chip Kelly to run offense and adds QB Aidan Chiles via transfer portal
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