Kelsey Snell

Kelsey Snell appears in the following:

House Democrats Vow To 'Drain The Swamp' And Bring 'Accountability'

Wednesday, November 07, 2018

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi said the first order of business will be a vote on campaign finance reform. House committees also will launch investigations of Trump administration officials.

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Election Results Give Split Decision: Democrats Win House & GOP Keeps Senate Majority

Tuesday, November 06, 2018

Democrats had a big victory — retaking the majority of the House for the first time since 2011. Senate Republicans expanded their Senate majority, with President Trump helping in key red states.

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As Polls Close The Big Trend Is High Voter Turnout

Tuesday, November 06, 2018

Polls are now closing in Ohio, North Carolina and West Virginia, with key Senate, House and gubernatorial races at stake.

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What Could Congress Look Like After The Midterms

Tuesday, November 06, 2018

If Democrats win control of the House they pledge to be a check on President Trump. Republicans say they plan to keep pushing Trump's agenda, and with House Speaker Paul Ryan retiring there will new leadership.

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In Florida, Climate Change Motivates Young Democrats To Vote

Tuesday, November 06, 2018

Climate change is a bipartisan issue in Florida and it will be a hot topic in the state longer than this election. It's also an issue that particularly motivates young Democrats there.

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Florida Farmers Say Their Concerns Transcend Party Politics

Monday, November 05, 2018

Florida farmers are concerned what a new trade deal with Canada and Mexico could mean for their economic security. They are pressing the GOP in Congress to educate the administration about their concerns.

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House GOP Leaders Step Up Efforts To Stay In The Majority

Monday, November 05, 2018

President Trump's final campaign events are focused on red state Senate contests so top House Republican leaders are fanned out across the country working to keep their House majority.

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What The GOP Agenda Might Look Like After Election Day

Friday, November 02, 2018

President Trump is spending the run up to the midterms talking about immigration proposals. House Republican leaders hope they are still in the majority and say their agenda will focus on the economy.

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News Brief: Candidates Make Closing Arguments, Harvard Admissions Trial

Friday, November 02, 2018

Candidates are making their closing arguments to voters this weekend. Also, a trial about race-based admissions at Harvard ends today and liberal blogger Aaron Brown discusses Minnesota's race.

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GOP Closing Arguments For 2018: 4 Ways To Handle Trump

Thursday, November 01, 2018

President Trump is not on the ballot but the midterm elections are a referendum on him. GOP candidates are using four strategies to discuss their close, not so close or nonexistent ties to Trump.

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Republican Congressional Chairman Denounces Rep. Steve King For Controversial Comments

Thursday, November 01, 2018

Ohio Rep. Steve Stivers, the House GOP campaign committee chairman, withdrew support for Iowa GOP Rep. Steve King after King supported white nationalist candidates and made racially charged comments.

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Florida GOP Congressmen Tries To Win Re-Election By Distancing Himself From Trump

Monday, October 29, 2018

Rep. Carlos Curbelo, R-Fla., splits with the president on issues like immigration and climate change in a district Hillary Clinton won in 2016. His opponent says he's not enough of a check on Trump.

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North Carolina Politics Mirror Country

Friday, October 26, 2018

President Trump heads to Charlotte, N.C. to rally supporters for Republican congressional candidate Mark Harris, who is caught in a tight race against Democrat Dan McCready.

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House Republican Faces Voter Backlash Over Health Care And Tax Votes

Tuesday, October 23, 2018

Rep. Tom MacArthur ran for Congress vowing to repeal Obamacare and cut taxes. After following through on both promises, he's on the defense for his role amid voter backlash about the economic impact.

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McConnell Warns Of 'Scary Prospect' If GOP Loses Senate Control In Midterms

Thursday, October 11, 2018

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell discusses the confirmation of Justice Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court and the upcoming midterm elections.

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Republican Sen. Susan Collins Announces She Will Support Brett Kavanaugh

Friday, October 05, 2018

Maine GOP Sen. Susan Collins announced on Friday her support for Brett Kavanaugh, increasing the chances that he will be confirmed to the U.S. Supreme Court in a final Senate vote.

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Kavanaugh Has The Votes To Be Confirmed To The Supreme Court

Friday, October 05, 2018

A final vote on the nomination is now expected Saturday. Barring an unforeseen development, Kavanaugh's confirmation seems all but certain, after two key senators announced their support.

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Decisive Vote On Kavanaugh Expected After Senators Review FBI Report

Thursday, October 04, 2018

On Thursday, Senators had access to the FBI supplemental background check into accusations of sexual assault against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. A decisive vote is set for Friday.

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Senators To Review FBI Report On Kavanaugh, Setting Up Finale In Confirmation Drama

Wednesday, October 03, 2018

Only one copy of the supplemental investigation into Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh will be available to senators and their aides, who will read it in shifts in a secure room at the Capitol.

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Fallout From Brett Kavanaugh Investigation Roils The Senate

Wednesday, October 03, 2018

The partisan bickering about Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination is increasing tensions on Capitol Hill. Senators from both parties say it could have an impact on the chamber's ability to function.

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