@colvinj

National political reporter for The Associated Press. Fast talker. Night owl. Quiet car enforcer. The dog is much bigger now. Reach me at [email protected].

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During a football game last month, Texas PAC was charged $450,000 to air a single spot in the Austin market. Talarico’s campaign paid $50,000 for a spot during the same game in the same market, according to AdImpact. apnews.com/article/midterms-…

Can $1 billion power Republicans to victory in the midterms?

Republicans are facing anxiety as they enter the final month of the midterm campaign. They have $1 billion at their disposal but worry it may not be enough to counter President Donald Trump's...

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A gut punch in Ohio: Nearly 1,400 laid off at truck factory just days before Trump rally apnews.com/article/trump-ohi…

A gut punch in Ohio: Nearly 1,400 laid off at truck factory just days before Trump rally

President Donald Trump rallied Republicans in the Dayton, Ohio, area on Saturday. But days ago, 1,400 workers were laid off from a truck factory there.

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Most Americans blame Trump for high prices as midterms approach, a new AP-NORC poll finds apnews.com/article/trump-eco…

Most Americans blame Trump for high prices as his economic approval hits new low, AP-NORC poll shows

A new AP-NORC poll finds that most Americans blame President Donald Trump for persistently high prices, while only about 2 in 10 approve of his handling of the cost of living.

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#FITN primary news coming out of the Granite State Summit on Responsible Gaming: @GovChristie is considering another presidential run in 2028 but says "I need to see what happens in six weeks" in the midterm elections. #NHPolitics #WMUR
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What a fun story about the status symbols in Trump 2.0 from custom Rolexes only a handful of Trump aides and advisers own to the private rooms *inside* the members-only clubs: vanityfair.com/story/status-…

Mansions, Jets, and the Secret White House Watch: The New Status Symbols of Trump's Washington

In a capital flush with cash, there are new emblems of power: certain watches, certain private clubs, even landing your private jet at a certain airport.

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Vance? Rubio? DeSantis? Cruz? Republicans at Dallas convention ponder options for post-Trump leader apnews.com/article/trump-202… by @TomBeaumont @colvinj and @michellelprice

Vance? Rubio? DeSantis? Cruz? Republicans at Dallas convention ponder options for post-Trump leader

While Vice President JD Vance is seen as a potential successor to President Donald Trump, attendees at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas are divided on their 2028 candidate preferences.

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Darline Graham and Ralph Norman advance to the Aug. 25 runoff for the GOP nomination to replace the late Lindsey Graham in the U.S. Senate. apnews.com/live/election-pri…

As it happened: Democratic socialist is neck and neck with moderate in Wisconsin governor primary

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AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — The Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer who shot a Colombian man in Maine this week is an Army veteran who has struggled with serious mental health issues since early childhood and never should have been given a badge and gun to patrol American streets, several of his close relatives told The Associated Press. apnews.com/article/ice-david…

AP Exclusive: ICE officer in Maine shooting has history of violent behavior, family and records say

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer who shot a Colombian man in Maine this week is an Army veteran who has struggled with serious mental health issues since early childhood, according to...

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What’d I miss? Back to work today and will be forever grateful to the @AP for giving me this time away to be with my babies. I wish all parents in the country were as fortunate. Please send tips and story ideas my way - and also advice on managing two almost-crawlers!
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BREAKING: Ed Gallrein defeats Kentucky U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie in the GOP primary for US. House after a concerted effort by President Donald Trump to oust Massie from Congress. bit.ly/4dSAaKm
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Mentally competent patients typically have the right to choose their medical care — or refuse it. But there is one notable exception: pregnant patients. That inconsistency is particularly striking in Florida. Read this ➡️ propublica.org/article/flori… @AmyYurkanin

They Didn’t Want to Have C-Sections. A Judge Would Decide How They Gave Birth.

Two Florida women had to attend virtual court hearings while in labor to argue for their right to choose their own medical care. As their state pushes to expand some types of medical freedom, it has...

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Chris Megerian@ChrisMegerianMar 3
It’s time for the midterms! Follow live @AP coverage here apnews.com/live/election-pri…

March 3 primary election: Texas GOP Senate race heads to runoff. Democrats too early to call

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The 2026 primary season starts today with contests in Texas, North Carolina and Arkansas. Here is @AP's primer on the Texas races, with an explanation of how we call the vote: apnews.com/article/texas-pri…

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in the Texas state primaries

Two hotly contested U.S. Senate primaries in Texas will help officially kick off the 2026 midterm election cycle Tuesday.

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Live updates: Trump announces 'major combat operations' in Iran apnews.com/live/live-updates…

Live updates: Trump say Iran’s supreme leader is dead

U.S. President Donald Trump has appealed to the Iranian people to “take over your government."

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BREAKING: Explosions heard in Tehran as Israel's defense minister confirms Israel has attacked Iran. apnews.com/article/iran-us-e…

Iran’s supreme leader killed in major attack by US and Israel

Iranian state media have confirmed the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a major attack by Israel and the United States.

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A new image from the ALMA telescope shows the splendor of star-forming gases at the heart of our Milky Way galaxy in unprecedented detail, giving astronomers information about how stars and planets form

New image shows the Milky Way galaxy in unprecedented detail

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Lindsey Vonn breaks leg in downhill crash at Winter Olympics, in stable condition at hospital

Lindsey Vonn's pursuit of a second Olympic downhill gold medal is over. The 41-year-old American, skiing with a badly injured left knee, crashed early in Sunday's race in Italy.

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“Usually guests can come up on stage and take pictures of Phil after his prediction. But this time, the announcer said it was too cold for that and his handlers were afraid to keep him out too long.”
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Punxsutawney Phil is said to have seen his shadow, predicting 6 more weeks of winter weather. Follow AP for live updates. apnews.com/live/groundhog-da…

Groundhog Day highlights: Punxsutawney Phil predicts 6 more weeks of winter

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Minneapolis reached a low of -21°F and a wind chill of -45°F this morning! Ouch! Obviously I had to do the pasta experiment 😝
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Out of office message. ❤️❤️
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