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Republicans target Southwest Washington Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez as vulnerable Democrat in midterms
While Republicans are targeting Gluesenkamp Perez, the incumbent may benefit from being in the minority party next year.

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Oregon Democrats propose major new spending as part of budget ‘rebalance’
A handful of budget bills proposed by Oregon state lawmakers would steer more than $420 million out the door for social services, wildfire and more.
At Gresham town hall, Rep. Dexter addresses Democrats' response to Trump amid voter calls to ‘fight back’
It was a raucous crowd at Centennial High School where U.S. Rep. Maxine Dexter was hosting her first solo, in-person town hall since being elected to Congress.
House Republicans unveil blueprint to extend $4.5 trillion in tax cuts and lift the debt ceiling
House Republicans released a budget plan Wednesday that sets the stage for advancing many of President Donald Trump’s top domestic priorities, providing for up to $4.5 trillion in tax cuts and a $4 trillion increase in the debt limit so the U.S. can continue financing its bills.

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Oregon House GOP calls for tax cuts, housing fix. But Democrats hold the cards
In a press conference at the Oregon State Capitol, Republican party leaders blamed high taxes and excessive regulations for increasing costs, driving people out of the state and making it harder to work, live and manage a business.

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Oregon’s top Democrats begin thinking through a Trump response
Gov. Tina Kotek convened a closed-door meeting this week to help statewide officials and top lawmakers begin thinking through how to react to the incoming presidential administration.

US Senate approves stalled federal judicial nominee in Oregon
Mustafa Taher Kasubhai was confirmed 51 to 44, to lifetime appointment as a U.S. District Court Judge in Oregon.

Pushed by public opinion shift, Democrats adopt immigration restrictions
President Biden has issued a number of immigration-related executive actions that mimic those of the Trump administration, and VP Harris has promised she’ll continue restrictive policies.

Biden drops out of 2024 race after disastrous debate inflamed age concerns. VP Harris gets his nod
President Joe Biden ends his 2024 bid after a disastrous debate inflamed doubts he’s fit for four more years on the job.
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Conservative group made last-ditch play to influence Democratic primary in high-profile Oregon congressional race
Winning For Women is a group dedicated to supporting conservative women to Congress. Why did they buy ads supporting an Oregon Democrat?