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Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
“I will oppose any government funding deal unless this basic amendment is included, and I encourage my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to do the same"
-@SenDuckworth
"Congress must use its constitutional power to cut off funding for this reckless war"
-@SenWarren
MORE in PM on the new push to cut off Iran war funding from Dem Sens. Duckworth, Warren and Gillibrand punchbowl.news/archive/11132…
Shutdown risk rising ahead of the Dec. 11 funding deadline
More on why these Dems are pushing the new amendment:
Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
EXCLUSIVE: The U.S. has lost its measles elimination status.
with @JenCalfas - free link: wsj.com/health/u-s-loses-mea…
Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
Police are “working an active barricade” after a shooting near the intersection of 15th and P streets NW in the Logan Circle neighborhood of Washington, D.C.
At least five people have been injured, officials said.
Follow live updates: wapo.st/4BXcDlH
Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
A British colonial-era gay sex ban is overturned in Trinidad and Tobago. The ruling could usher in similar challenges from other former colonies. cnn.it/4BWeg32
Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
The largest incoming class of congressional progressives laid out its agenda, pledging to tackle rising living costs, expand healthcare and push back against immigration enforcement by ICE, while declaring the beginning of a new political era reut.rs/4k5zXam
What a dream Senator we just scored. A principled vision for US foreign assistance and diplomacy. Beyond excited!
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Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
Brenda is a superstar — beloved in Michigan and across Washington and with the governing chops to help AES get off to a fast start. A phenomenal choice.
He’s looking to have an immediate impact for Michigan.
New in @playbookdc: Brenda Abdelall has been named Sen.-elect Abdul El-Sayed’s (D-Mich.) transition director.
Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
We just elected a rockstar bench of Democrats to Congress — and now we’re looking for great staff to help them deliver on their promises to the American people.
Got what it takes? Send us your résumé: majoritydemocrats.com/news/p…
Woot woot!! Can’t wait to welcome @Mendoza4AZ to Congress!! (And also maybe to the @CWSoftballGame ?!)
🚨BREAKING🚨
@Mendoza4AZ WINS #AZ06! 🎉
Arizonans will have a champion in Washington ensuring every community has a voice in Congress.
After a long career serving our country in uniform, Jo will bring that same grit and dedication in fighting for her constituents in DC!
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Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
“We have more work and building to do together”
@Justinjpearson accepts the results of the election, coming within 1 point of defeating Taylor 🍆
Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
When it would have been much easier to cater to cynicism, James Talarico ran a campaign filled with hope. He has inspired Texans from all walks of life, from all corners of this state, to believe a better future is possible. Congratulations, James, and to all the Texans who made this moment possible. You've sent shockwaves through the nation.
Decision Desk HQ projects James Talarico wins the TX US Senate General Election
#DecisionMade: 10:14 PM EST
Follow live results here: votes.decisiondeskhq.com/rac…
A big red to blue flip for @CaitforNewYork!! Congrats to this Army vet on your election!
Congratulations to @CaitforNewYork on her election to Congress in #NY17!
An Army officer with six deployments who went on to lead counterterrorism policy at the NSC, she’ll bring hard-won national security experience to Congress from day one.
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Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
NEWS: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has called Gina Hinojosa to concede the election, per Hinojosa campaign.
Congrats to @ChrisPappasNH!! I know he's going to be a valued partner in the Senate in the fight to advance human rights around the world.
Congratulations to @ChrisPappasNH on his election to the Senate!
Chris has stood up to reckless tariffs and delivered for New Hampshire’s veterans, and now he takes that fight to the Senate. The Granite State can count on him!
A long way to go, but already feeling optimistic about the South tonight! With big news in SC, GA, and progress in Fla. Looking good in Tennessee, but lot's more work to do to get a win. Regardless, you can't count us out anymore.
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Nerdiest FP shit ever. And yes Robbie has his finger on the pulse of the foreign policy nerd community
Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
While the results of the midterms are still up in the air, American voters across the country have made one thing clear:
They want SFRC to pass State Department authorization independently rather than constantly ceding authority to SASC and folding it into NDAA
Keifer Buckingham, MPH retweeted
New @CookPolitical: our final Senate ratings are live. We're projecting a Dem gain of 3-6 seats, and #MISEN moves from Toss Up to Lean D. Full analysis by @JessicaTaylor: cookpolitical.com/analysis/s…
