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REPORT: Congressman Ryan Mackenzie is Bankrolled By His D.C. Party Bosses
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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REPORT: Congressman Ryan Mackenzie is Bankrolled By His D.C. Party Bosses
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Vulnerable Congressman Ryan Mackenzie has taken hundreds of thousands of dollars from House Republican leadership - which helps explain why Mackenzie votes with his party nearly 100% of the time in Washington.
LehighValleyNews.com reports today : "The biggest chunk of Mackenzie's new funding came from joint fundraising committees associated with Republican leadership."
Reminder: Mackenzie cast the deciding
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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REPORT: Congressman Ryan Mackenzie is Bankrolled By His D.C. Party Bosses
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Vulnerable Congressman Ryan Mackenzie has taken hundreds of thousands of dollars from House Republican leadership - which helps explain why Mackenzie votes with his party nearly 100% of the time in Washington.
LehighValleyNews.com reports today : "The biggest chunk of Mackenzie's new funding came from joint fundraising committees associated with Republican leadership."
Reminder: Mackenzie cast the decidingvote to pass the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" which makes the largest cuts to Medicaid in history and did not extend the ACA tax credits, resulting in skyrocketing health care costs. Mackenzie has also voted with leadership to protect reckless tariffs that are jacking up costs and eliminating jobs in the Lehigh Valley.
DCCC Spokesperson Eli Cousin:
"Congressman Ryan Mackenzie is just another career politician who is completely beholden to his D.C. party bosses. Mackenzie represents the swamp, not the Lehigh Valley."
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Original text here: https://dccc.org/report-congressman-ryan-mackenzie-is-bankrolled-by-his-d-c-party-bosses/
NRCC: Eric Chung is More Popular in NYC, DC, and SF Than MI
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news:
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Eric Chung is More Popular in NYC, DC, and SF than MI
Out of touch Democrat Eric Chung, who served in Joe Biden's failed administration, raised over 90% of his cash from out of state in Q4 with more money coming from DC, NYC, and the SF Bay Area than from Michigan.
While none of the three liberal lunatics running in MI-10 "cracked $300,000 this quarter," Chung raised more than both Christina Hines and Tim Greimel.
"Biden activist Eric Chung's piggy bank is stuffed with out of state cash.
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news:
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Eric Chung is More Popular in NYC, DC, and SF than MI
Out of touch Democrat Eric Chung, who served in Joe Biden's failed administration, raised over 90% of his cash from out of state in Q4 with more money coming from DC, NYC, and the SF Bay Area than from Michigan.
While none of the three liberal lunatics running in MI-10 "cracked $300,000 this quarter," Chung raised more than both Christina Hines and Tim Greimel.
"Biden activist Eric Chung's piggy bank is stuffed with out of state cash.This news begs the question: can DC Democrat plant Eric Chung find Michigan on a map?" - NRCC spokesman Zach Bannon
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Original text here: https://www.nrcc.org/2026/02/02/eric-chung-is-more-popular-in-nyc-dc-and-sf-than-mi/
NEW: "Gabe Evans Talked About Lower Costs, Then Voted Against ACA Subsidies"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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NEW: "Gabe Evans Talked About Lower Costs, Then Voted Against ACA Subsidies" [American Journal News]
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Evans voted against lowering health care premiums weeks after claiming he cared about reducing health care costs
Gabe Evans has a tricky time telling the truth.
This time, Evans is getting called out for claiming that he wanted Congress to fix skyrocketing insurance premiums - then voting against lowering health care costs just weeks later.
REMINDER: Evans' vote AGAINST extending
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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NEW: "Gabe Evans Talked About Lower Costs, Then Voted Against ACA Subsidies" [American Journal News]
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Evans voted against lowering health care premiums weeks after claiming he cared about reducing health care costs
Gabe Evans has a tricky time telling the truth.
This time, Evans is getting called out for claiming that he wanted Congress to fix skyrocketing insurance premiums - then voting against lowering health care costs just weeks later.
REMINDER: Evans' vote AGAINST extendingthe Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits means that some Coloradans are now paying "nearly triple" for the same health care plans this year compared to 2025.
DCCC Spokesperson Lindsay Reilly:
"Gabe Evans will say just about anything to stay in power. Instead of lowering costs for families, Evans is spending his time in office gutting health care to pay for tax cuts for billionaires. Coloradans know Evans is a complete fraud, and they'll fire him for it this November."
Read the reporting for yourself...
American Journal News: Gabe Evans talked about lower costs, then voted against ACA subsidies
* Colorado Rep. Gabe Evans put lowering health care costs at the top of his 2026 to-do list, and then immediately voted against a bipartisan plan to do exactly that.
* Evans told the Denver Gazette last December that his constituents were concerned about the "rising cost of health care, and specifically health insurance." He told Colorado Public Radio a week later that he wanted Congress to focus on cost-of-living issues in the new year.
* But one of Evans' first votes of 2026 was against reinstating Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) tax credits that kept insurance premiums low for 22 million Americans.
* Many of Evans' own constituents have seen their monthly premiums nearly triple since the credits expired on Jan. 1.
* Evans voting against affordable health care is nothing new. Last year, he supported the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which will make sweeping cuts to Medicaid. More than 200,000 Coloradans are projected to lose insurance because of the law, including 30,000 in Evans' district.
* Rural hospitals that depend on Medicaid reimbursements to operate are threatened by the law as well. At least six Colorado hospitals are expected to close unless action is taken to mitigate the cuts.
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Original text here: https://dccc.org/new-gabe-evans-talked-about-lower-costs-then-voted-against-aca-subsidies-american-journal-news/
More Layoffs Coming to Iowa Health Care Systems Following Zach Nunn's Vote to Gut Medicaid
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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More Layoffs Coming to Iowa Health Care Systems Following Zach Nunn's Vote to Gut Medicaid
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" MercyOne announces layoffs in Mason City, Des Moines and Ottumwa "
After announcing the closure of their health care clinic in Ottumwa, MercyOne announced additional rounds of layoffs in Des Moines " cit[ing] federal cuts " to Medicaid as a reason for the layoffs.
Des Moines Register : "The workforce reduction comes as Trinity Health, MercyOne's parent company, is facing an annual revenue
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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More Layoffs Coming to Iowa Health Care Systems Following Zach Nunn's Vote to Gut Medicaid
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" MercyOne announces layoffs in Mason City, Des Moines and Ottumwa "
After announcing the closure of their health care clinic in Ottumwa, MercyOne announced additional rounds of layoffs in Des Moines " cit[ing] federal cuts " to Medicaid as a reason for the layoffs.
Des Moines Register : "The workforce reduction comes as Trinity Health, MercyOne's parent company, is facing an annual revenuereduction of $1.5 billion from recent and future government funding policy changes as well as reductions to coverage, payment and access to Medicaid and Medicare being considered by the federal government, according to a statement from MercyOne."
And this week, MercyOne announced additional layoffs in Mason City.
Zach Nunn voted for the largest cuts to Medicaid in history, which health care clinics are citing directly as the reason for their layoffs.
DCCC Spokesperson Katie Smith :
"Zach Nunn voted for the largest cuts to Medicaid in history - now, health care clinics are closing their doors and laying off Iowa workers while citing Nunn-backed cuts as the reason. Nunn completely failed Iowans."
Read more:
* Des Moines Register: MercyOne Des Moines announces layoffs, cites federal cuts
* WHO13: MercyOne Des Moines laying off dozens of workers, cites financial challenges
* KCRG: MercyOne announces more layoffs in Mason City
* Ottumwa Courier: Political leaders react as Ottumwa loses primary care clinic
* The Quad-City Times: MercyOne announces layoffs in Mason City, Des Moines and Ottumwa
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Original text here: https://dccc.org/more-layoffs-coming-to-iowa-health-care-systems-following-zach-nunns-vote-to-gut-medicaid/
Michigan Dems Celebrate Beginning of Black History Month
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 3 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Feb. 1, 2026:
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Michigan Dems Celebrate Beginning of Black History Month
With Black History Month beginning today, Michigan Democrats are uplifting the impact of Black Michiganders on Michigan's history, economy, and legacy. Under the Democratic trifecta, Michigan Democrats expanded access to the ballot box, worked to reduce maternal mortality inequities, and supported Black-owned businesses across the state.
For the start of Black History Month, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel
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LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 3 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Feb. 1, 2026:
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Michigan Dems Celebrate Beginning of Black History Month
With Black History Month beginning today, Michigan Democrats are uplifting the impact of Black Michiganders on Michigan's history, economy, and legacy. Under the Democratic trifecta, Michigan Democrats expanded access to the ballot box, worked to reduce maternal mortality inequities, and supported Black-owned businesses across the state.
For the start of Black History Month, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Herteland Michigan Democratic Party Black Caucus Chair Keith Williams released the following statement:
"Each February, we are proud to celebrate Black History Month and honor the Black leaders and trailblazers who have helped make Michigan a stronger and more equitable state. Michigan Democrats know that there is no way to tell our state's story without the long legacy of Black individuals, communities, and businesses who have helped shape and move our state forward. At every level, Michigan Democrats will continue working to protect and improve the lives of Black Michiganders across the state, this month and year-round.
"This Black History Month comes amid the backdrop of a presidential administration that is attacking Black families, while congressional Republicans are ripping away food assistance and health care from vulnerable Michiganders. Now more than ever, we must recommit ourselves as a party to advancing equity, equality, and justice for all--recognizing how far we have come and how far we still have to go. Michigan Democrats up and down the ballot remain committed to dismantling barriers to social and economic progress and ensuring Black Americans get their fair chance."
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Original text here: https://michigandems.com/release-michigan-dems-celebrate-beginning-of-black-history-month/
MDP Chair Encourages Michiganders to Head to the Polls for Senate District 35 Primary
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 3 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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MDP Chair Encourages Michiganders to Head to the Polls for Senate District 35 Primary
Ahead of today's special election primary in state Senate District 35, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel released the following statement:
"Today, thousands of Michiganders across Saginaw, Bay, and Midland counties will head to the polls and make their voices heard in the most fundamental aspect of our democracy. We're proud of all of our candidates and all the work Michigan Democrats have done
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LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 3 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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MDP Chair Encourages Michiganders to Head to the Polls for Senate District 35 Primary
Ahead of today's special election primary in state Senate District 35, Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel released the following statement:
"Today, thousands of Michiganders across Saginaw, Bay, and Midland counties will head to the polls and make their voices heard in the most fundamental aspect of our democracy. We're proud of all of our candidates and all the work Michigan Democrats have doneto get out the vote in the special election.
"As we look ahead to the general election, Michigan Democrats are ready to keep this seat blue and elect a strong Democratic leader to address the kitchen table issues that impact Michiganders most."
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Original text here: https://michigandems.com/release-mdp-chair-encourages-michiganders-to-head-to-the-polls-for-senate-district-35-primary/
BREAKING: Valadao's Health Care Record Will Cost Him His Seat
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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BREAKING: Valadao's Health Care Record Will Cost Him His Seat
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A stunning new report makes clear what Central Valley families already know: David Valadao's health care betrayal is catching up with him - and it will cost him his job.
CalMatters reports that nearly two-thirds of Valadao's constituents rely on Medi-Cal, " the highest Medicaid enrollment rate of any Republican seat in the country." Despite that reality, Valadao cast "the decisive vote" to slash more than $1 trillion
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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BREAKING: Valadao's Health Care Record Will Cost Him His Seat
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A stunning new report makes clear what Central Valley families already know: David Valadao's health care betrayal is catching up with him - and it will cost him his job.
CalMatters reports that nearly two-thirds of Valadao's constituents rely on Medi-Cal, " the highest Medicaid enrollment rate of any Republican seat in the country." Despite that reality, Valadao cast "the decisive vote" to slash more than $1 trillionfrom Medicaid and other programs to bankroll tax cuts that economists agree benefit the richest Americans and big corporations.
The consequences are severe: an estimated two million Californians kicked off their health care, rural hospitals crippled, and services gutted in predominantly Hispanic communities - the very harms Valadao claimed to care about before voting for them anyway.
Valadao now " has the unenviable task of justifying why he consistently supported -not just on final passage, but at each procedural step along the way -a measure that bears such dire consequences." His office declined repeated interview requests as the damage becomes impossible to ignore.
Even Republican strategists admit Valadao is in "deep trouble," regardless of past overperformance. "Nine times out of 10, I don't say that. But this year is going to look a lot like 2018 -probably more."
DCCC Spokesperson Anna Elsasser :
"David Valadao chose to sell out his constituents and side with his party bosses and wealthy special interests. Central Valley voters are ready to hold him accountable once again."
Read More: California Rep. David Valadao voted for Medi-Cal cuts. Will voters hold it against him?
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Original text here: https://dccc.org/breaking-valadaos-health-care-record-will-cost-him-his-seat/
