What a DHS post says about White womanhood and the American empire today
“There’s a deliberate kind of deception being practiced here that is really cynical and really dangerous,” a historian tells the 19th.
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He pushed book bans and religion in schools. Now he's accused of screening explicit images at work.
Oklahoma schools chief Ryan Walters — once a candidate on President Donald Trump’s shortlist for education secretary — is now facing a GOP-backed probe.
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Beyond the Macrons’ lawsuit: Why do people accuse powerful women of being men?
Candace Owens’ claim is one example of a wider trend of conspiracy theories targeting prominent women in politics and culture.
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Debbie Dingell tells her story — even when she doesn't want to
The Michigan congresswoman is again recounting her childhood experiences as funding to combat domestic violence is under threat.
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In Wisconsin, Crowley and Tiffany face off in governor's race
2026 elections to watch: The general election matchup of Crowley and Tiffany is set.
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How a ‘wall of determined Black women’ rallied for Harris one year ago
The 19th spoke to half a dozen leading Black women in Democratic politics about their recollections of July 21, 2024, when Harris kicked off her 107-day presidential campaign.
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Trump administration pulls back on work combating human trafficking, long a top GOP priority
As Republicans reel from the fallout surrounding accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, advocates working on human trafficking issues say the administration has abandoned promises to prioritize the issue.
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El-Sayed wins over Stevens in Democratic Senate primary in Michigan
2026 elections to watch: Former public health official Abdul El-Sayed is Democrats’ pick for U.S. Senate in Michigan.
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Maine’s Senate race could help decide control of Congress
2026 elections to watch: Democrat Troy Jackson is poised to face off against Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
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In Illinois, an open Senate seat draws a historic field of primary candidates
2026 elections to watch: Illinois' primary election is expected to draw national interest and tens of millions in outside spending.