Natalie Andrews

Congress reporter, Wall Street Journal

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In a letter to House Democrats today, President Biden said he is “firmly committed” to running against Donald Trump. But more Democrats are privately calling for him to step aside.

Biden stays in presidential race, as more Democrats voice concerns

In a letter to House Democrats today, President Biden said he is “firmly committed” to running against Donald Trump. But more Democrats are privately calling for him to step aside.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

If Republicans win control of the U.S. House in the November midterm elections, as expected, then Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy is likely to take over as its speaker.

How Kevin McCarthy became the most powerful House Republican

If Republicans win control of the U.S. House in the November midterm elections, as expected, then Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy is likely to take over as its speaker.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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