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Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., left, speaks as Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., responds to calls of support during a stop of their
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Should Democrats get meaner and angrier?

When they go low, Dems go lower? Some people within the Democratic Party say it’s time to take the gloves off when it comes to fighting Trump and Republicans.

Air Date: March 25, 2025 12:00 pm

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Tulsi Gabbard testifying before congress
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Trump intel officials testify on threat from drug cartels as Dems press them on leak of attack plans

Sensitive U.S. military attack plans were discussed and inadvertently leaked to a journalist via a Signal app group chat.

5 months ago

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Democrats keep control of Pennsylvania House with election win; GOP Senate district sees close race

No matter the result, the Senate will remain comfortably in Republican control.

5 months ago

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
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Technology

Trump officials texted war plans to a group chat in a secure app that included a journalist

Trump told reporters he was not aware that the sensitive information had been shared, 2 1/2 hours after it was reported.

5 months ago

Cherelle Parker giving her speech at a podium
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Housing
Philadelphia

‘No more important issue’: Mayor Parker outlines ambitious housing plan amid ongoing crisis

Monday’s address provided the first substantive details of the administration’s Housing Opportunities Made Easy initiative.

5 months ago

Ed Durr speaking at a microphone
Elections
New Jersey

Republican truck driver Ed Durr ends bid to be New Jersey governor and backs Bill Spadea

Durr, a vocal Trump supporter, said in a statement ahead of the June primary that he didn't bring in enough money to qualify for matching funds and wouldn't be in debates.

5 months ago

Alina Habba walking
Criminal Justice
Government
New Jersey

Trump taps his former defense attorney to be New Jersey’s top federal prosecutor

Alina Habba, a current White House counselor who represented the president in the defamation case involving E. Jean Carroll, takes over the interim post from John Giordano.

5 months ago

Vacant lot in South Philly.
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Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Politics
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After long hiatus, Philadelphia Land Bank will begin bidding on vacant properties

The public agency’s board of directors approved an agreement with the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office on Saturday.

6 months ago

District Attorney Larry Krasner, left, and retired Municipal Court judge Patrick Dugan took part in a DA election forum.
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Krasner, Dugan battle over old accusations at DA forum

The District Attorney and retired judge will face each other in a May 20 primary.

6 months ago

Delaware Senator Chris Coons (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
Studio 2
Delaware

Studio 2 Extra: Delaware Sen. Chris Coons

A lot has changed for U.S. Senator Chris Coons in recent months. He's now the state's senior senator and his party is in the minority, facing challenging political landscape.

Air Date: March 21, 2025 12:00 pm

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Housing
New Jersey

N.J. committee passes bills to stop big rent increases, prevent property hoarding and improve communication about affordable housing

A N.J. Assembly committee approved bills to give residents better access to affordable housing information, and keep renters from getting evicted.

6 months ago

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Montgomery County releases Community Health Assessment report

The results and ongoing conversations will inform county officials’ work on a Community Health Improvement Plan.

6 months ago

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Philadelphia

Pa. Congressman Dan Meuser signals possible governor bid during Philly visit, as Democrats voice frustration over federal cuts

Dan Meuser — one of Trump's strongest allies in the commonwealth — held a town hall-style event to show “appreciation” to Black Philadelphia voters who shifted to support him.

6 months ago

President Donald Trump speaks at the National Prayer Breakfast at the Capitol in Washington, Feb. 6, 2025. (
K-12
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Trump orders a plan to dismantle the Education Department while keeping some core functions

The White House says the department would not close completely right now. It is to retain certain critical functions, like managing federal student loans and Pell grants.

6 months ago

Ghost guns
Gun Violence
Law
Pennsylvania

‘You cannot live freely if you are living in fear’: Delaware County Council considers ‘ghost gun’ ban

If the ordinance passes, Delaware County would join a growing number of communities in Pennsylvania who have made ghost guns illegal.

6 months ago

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