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• China Begins Limited Purchases of US Farm Goods After Trump-Xi Meet
  
  China has begun modest purchases of U.S. farm products after the leaders of both countries met last week, but traders still await significant soybean buys after the White House said Beijing pledged to buy 12 million tons by year-end. The top market for U.S. farmers, China...
• Rep. Troy Downing to Newsmax: Dems 'Inflicting Pain' With Shutdown Standoff
  
  Democrats are "inflicting pain" on Americans by refusing to support a simple continuing resolution that would reopen the government, Rep. Troy Downing, R-Mont., told Newsmax.
• Even if Top Court Strikes Tariffs, Trump Has Options
  
  President Donald Trump has warned that the United States will be rendered "defenseless" and possibly "reduced to almost Third World status" if the Supreme Court strikes down the tariffs he imposed this year on nearly every country on earth.
• Dems' Election Wins Complicate Shutdown Talks
  
  Elections this week that energized Democrats and drew a reaction from President Donald Trump have added uncertainty to efforts to end the record-breaking government shutdown, raising fresh doubts about the possibility of a breakthrough despite the ongoing toll of federal...
• California Vote Escalates Partisan Redistricting Fight
  
  In the redistricting war being waged across the U.S., voters in California delivered a much-needed win for Democrats by approving a ballot measure that could gain the party five more seats in the U.S. House of Representatives...
• Hungary's Orbán Seeks Trump's Blessing on Buying Russian Oil
  
  When Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán visits President Donald Trump in the White House on Friday, his priority will be convincing the U.S. administration to overlook Hungary's continued purchases of Russian oil - a potential test of how deep the relationship runs...
• FAA to List Airports Where Mass Flight Shutdowns Come
  
  Travelers through some of the busiest U.S. airports can expect to learn Thursday whether they will see fewer flights as the government shutdown drags into a second month.
• Trump Urges Xi to Free Hong Kong Media Tycoon Jimmy Lai
  
  President Donald Trump appealed directly to China's Xi Jinping to free jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai when the two leaders met in South Korea last week, according to three people briefed on the talks and a U.S. administration official.
• Heritage Staff Revolts, Demands Roberts Resign at Forum
  
  Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts came under scathing attack from his own staff and fellows who were convened for a special internal meeting Wednesday - with several castigating his leadership and calling for his resignation. In a videotape of the private...
• Schumer Talks to Mamdani After NYC Mayoral Win
  
  Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said he spoke to New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani after the democratic socialist's victory Tuesday night.
• Rep. Torres Faces Primary Challenge Over Pro-Israel Stance
  
  The unapologetic support for Israel shown by Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., has led to a primary challenge. Michael Blake, who unsuccessfully ran for New York City mayor last year, is launching a bid to unseat Torres.
• Gallup Poll: Americans More Positive About Drug War
  
  More Americans believe the federal government is making progress in the war on illegal drugs than at any time in 25 years, and the number who think the nation has lost ground has dropped to a record low, according to Gallup's annual crime poll released Wednesday.
• Fmr Commerce Secretary Warns of Market Confusion If Court Nixes Tariffs
  
  Former Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross warned that financial markets could face major confusion if the Supreme Court strikes down President Donald Trump's tariffs, the Washington Examiner reported.
• Cuomo Warns NYC, Dems of 'Dangerous Road Ahead' After Loss
  
  Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Wednesday he believes the Democratic Party and New York City are "headed down a dangerous road" following his loss in the city's mayoral race to democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani.
• Sen. Banks to Newsmax: Trump Right to Push Senate to End Filibuster
  
  Sen. Jim Banks, R-Ind., told Newsmax on Wednesday he agrees with President Donald Trump's call to end the filibuster, saying Republicans should not let Democrats block Trump's agenda.
• Divided Jewish Leaders React to NYC's First Muslim Mayor
  
  Within hours of Zohran Mamdani's election as New York's first Muslim mayor, the Anti-Defamation League, which combats antisemitism, launched an initiative to track policies and personnel appointments of the incoming administration.
• Treasury Sec Bessent Optimistic After Key High Court Hearing on Tariffs
  
  Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday said he came away from a Supreme Court hearing on the legality of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs feeling "very, very optimistic."
• 'Squad' Member Pressley Eyes Mass. Senate Seat
  
  Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., a member of the progressive Squad, is considering running for the Senate seat held by Ed Markey, D-Mass., and has been reaching out to allies about a hypothetical candidacy, four people told Politico.
• Sen. Kennedy Aims to Block Lawmakers' Pay Amid Shutdown
  
  Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., is set to file two bills that would block members of Congress from being paid , or even collecting back pay , when the government is closed.
• Toensing to Newsmax: Sauer Made Stronger Argument in Tariff Case
  
  Attorney Victoria Toensing, a former senior Justice Department official, said Solicitor General D. John Sauer presented the stronger argument Wednesday in the Supreme Court case over presidential tariff powers, though she doubted the justices would agree.
• Bernie Sanders: 'Of Course' Division in Democratic Party
  
  Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., praised the election of democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race.
• DeMaio to Newsmax: Tuesday Voting Released a 'Blue Wave'
  
  Republican California State Assemblyman Carl DeMaio told Newsmax that voting on Tuesday revealed a "blue wave" on America’s political landscape. "Trump was not at the top of the ballot, and so I have a warning for Republicans. Do not get complacent."
• US Ends Protections for South Sudanese, Paves Way to Deportation
  
  The Department of Homeland Security has terminated protections for South Sudanese nationals living in the U.S., paving the way for deportations starting next year.
• Moderate Dem Rep. Golden Won't Seek Reelection
  
  Rep. Jared Golden, a moderate Democrat who represents a battleground district in Maine, announced Wednesday he won't run again in 2026. Golden reflected on his decision in an editorial in the Bangor Daily News, blaming incivility and nastiness in politics.
• Scott Jennings: Don't 'Over Read' Election Results
  
  CNN political analyst Scott Jennings threw cold water on jubilant Democrats Tuesday evening, reminding viewers that all of the party's victories came in reliably blue areas.

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