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NRCC: Zach Nunn Backs the Blue
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news on May 15, 2026:
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Zach Nunn Backs the Blue
This week, the House of Representatives passed Zach Nunn's bipartisan bill to express appreciation for law enforcement officers during National Police Week. As Democrats, including Sarah Trone Garriott, push dangerous anti-police rhetoric, Rep. Nunn and House Republicans are standing firmly with law enforcement and backing the blue.
Meanwhile, Democrat candidate Sarah Trone Garriott has repeatedly chosen to stand with the far left instead of the men
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WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news on May 15, 2026:
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Zach Nunn Backs the Blue
This week, the House of Representatives passed Zach Nunn's bipartisan bill to express appreciation for law enforcement officers during National Police Week. As Democrats, including Sarah Trone Garriott, push dangerous anti-police rhetoric, Rep. Nunn and House Republicans are standing firmly with law enforcement and backing the blue.
Meanwhile, Democrat candidate Sarah Trone Garriott has repeatedly chosen to stand with the far left instead of the menand women who wear the badge:
* Sarah Trone Garriott voted against legislation preventing state funds from going to local governments that defund their police.
* Trone Garriott is bankrolled by notorious defund the police billionaire Liz Simons.
"It's simple. Zach Nunn backs the blue, and Sarah Trone Garriott wants to eliminate police forces. Zach Nunn is the only candidate who will keep Iowa families safe." - NRCC Spokeswoman Emily Tuttle
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Original text here: https://www.nrcc.org/2026/05/15/zach-nunn-backs-the-blue/
NRCC: ME-02 Dems' BFF Graham Platner Strikes Again
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news:
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ME-02 Dems' BFF Graham Platner Strikes Again
Matt Dunlap and Joe Baldacci sprinted to endorsenazi-lover Graham Platner the second Janet Mills dropped out of the Senate race. That move continues to look worse and worse.
In this past week alone, reports show that Platner "100% believe[s] that a political revolution is entirely necessary," called a local police chief "thin blue line trash," and fundraises with an NYC elitist who thinks the American flag is a "symbol of aggression."
And that's
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WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news:
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ME-02 Dems' BFF Graham Platner Strikes Again
Matt Dunlap and Joe Baldacci sprinted to endorsenazi-lover Graham Platner the second Janet Mills dropped out of the Senate race. That move continues to look worse and worse.
In this past week alone, reports show that Platner "100% believe[s] that a political revolution is entirely necessary," called a local police chief "thin blue line trash," and fundraises with an NYC elitist who thinks the American flag is a "symbol of aggression."
And that'snot all. Recent polling shows Platner is unpopular in ME-02, down by 11 pointsto Susan Collins, and Republican Paul LePage is leading multiple Democrat candidates in the race by double digits.
"Graham Platner proudly sports a nazi tattoo, hates the police, and is actively calling for political violence. Matt Dunlap and Joe Baldacci's support of him is completely unacceptable, and as the numbers show, devastating for their campaigns." - NRCC Spokeswoman Maureen O'Toole
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Original text here: https://www.nrcc.org/2026/05/15/me-02-dems-bff-graham-platner-strikes-again/
NRCC: Former Police Officer Gabe Evans Honors Fallen Hero
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news:
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Former Police Officer Gabe Evans Honors Fallen Hero
Congressman Gabe Evans served 12 years in the U.S. Army and Colorado Army National Guard as a HU-60 Black Hawk helicopter pilot and company commander. He then joined the Arvada Police Department and served his community for over a decade.
This National Police Week, Veteran and former police officer Gabe Evans is honoring Arvada Police Officer, Dillon Vakoff, who was killed in the line of duty protecting a family and children.
Congressman
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WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news:
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Former Police Officer Gabe Evans Honors Fallen Hero
Congressman Gabe Evans served 12 years in the U.S. Army and Colorado Army National Guard as a HU-60 Black Hawk helicopter pilot and company commander. He then joined the Arvada Police Department and served his community for over a decade.
This National Police Week, Veteran and former police officer Gabe Evans is honoring Arvada Police Officer, Dillon Vakoff, who was killed in the line of duty protecting a family and children.
CongressmanGabe Evans and Dillon Vakoff's mother, Lisa Vakoff stated:
"This Police Week, we ask Americans to remember the people behind the badge, honor the heroes we have lost, and never take for granted men and women who at this very moment stand watch over our communities so that others may live."
Read more from Rocky Mountain Voice here or see excerpts below:
Dillon Vakoff died protecting a family. His mother and his fellow officer won't let Colorado forget why (https://rockymountainvoice.com/2026/05/13/dillon-vakoff-died-protecting-a-family-his-mother-and-his-fellow-officer-wont-let-colorado-forget-why/).
Rocky Mountain Voice
Congressman Gabe Evans and Lisa Vakoff
May 13, 2026
In 2025, 115 police officers in the United States paid the ultimate price. Officers who survive their careers carry lifelong scars and health complications. The average American experiences their first heart attack at the average age of 65. Police officers get their first heart attack at age 46. Stress, lack of sleep, and violent criminals are just a few of the hazards that cops face every day.
To honor their service, in 1962, Congress and President John F. Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week during which it occurs as Police Week. It is a time to honor the brave men and women in law enforcement who put on the badge and willingly step into danger to protect our communities, and to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
As a former police officer, and as a mother of a fallen officer, this week and its meaning are deeply personal to both of us.
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Original text here: https://www.nrcc.org/2026/05/15/former-police-officer-gabe-evans-honors-fallen-hero/
NRCC Releases Battleground Polling in OH-09
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news:
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NRCC Releases Battleground Polling in OH-09
For the first time this cycle, the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) publicly released internal battleground polling in OH-09, offering an early snapshot of a favorable national political landscape for House Republicans and the growing problems confronting vulnerable House Democrats.
The NRCC surveyed likely general election voters in OH-09:
* Republican Derek Merrin leads Democrat Marcy Kaptur by 4 points, 47% to 43%, with only
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WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news:
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NRCC Releases Battleground Polling in OH-09
For the first time this cycle, the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) publicly released internal battleground polling in OH-09, offering an early snapshot of a favorable national political landscape for House Republicans and the growing problems confronting vulnerable House Democrats.
The NRCC surveyed likely general election voters in OH-09:
* Republican Derek Merrin leads Democrat Marcy Kaptur by 4 points, 47% to 43%, with only7% undecided.
* Undecided voters are showing signs that they are much more likely to vote Republican as 67% disapprove of Kaptur and they prefer to vote Republican by a better than two to one margin.
* Kaptur begins the race with significant negatives as 42% already disapprove of the job she has been doing even before the general election campaign has begun.
"These numbers prove exactly what we've been saying all along: Ohioans in the Ninth Congressional District are ready for change, and Derek Merrin is poised to flip this seat red in November." - NRCC Spokesman Zach Bannon
Background:The polling reflects the NRCC's aggressive early investment in expanding the House map and going on offense in districts that will determine control of Congress. Releasing district-level data at this stage of the cycle, the NRCC is signaling confidence in the battlefield and highlighting the strong position Republicans hold in key battlegrounds nationwide.
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Read The Polling Here: https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnrcc.us14.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3D42f87a9539429db8a35d6dac5%26id%3D62cc7fbb36%26e%3D49d1891682&data=05%7C02%7Czbannon%40NRCC.org%7C610aa01a7ef84fc5f43108deb29ccd77%7Caedd1d67fa1049bea792b853edaad485%7C0%7C0%7C639144583734420508%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=lzBZ697P5DvJRWd%2FstAjm4m%2F9ZBx6QHBOjLQg1sQCM0%3D&reserved=0
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Original text here: https://www.nrcc.org/2026/05/15/nrcc-releases-battleground-polling-in-oh-09/
Mich. Democratic Party: Recap - Mike Duggan's Bad Week
LANSING, Michigan, May 16 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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RECAP: Mike Duggan's Bad Week
It's been a really, really tough week for MAGA-funded gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan. On PBS Michigan's "Off The Record" today, Zach Gorchow of Gongwer Michigan acknowledged that "this was a bad week for Mike Duggan."
Let's rewind:
* Last Friday afternoon, Duggan posted a video protesting his signature requirement, and in the video, Duggan falsely claimed that he was required to submit 30,000 signatures. In reality, the requirement for candidates
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LANSING, Michigan, May 16 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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RECAP: Mike Duggan's Bad Week
It's been a really, really tough week for MAGA-funded gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan. On PBS Michigan's "Off The Record" today, Zach Gorchow of Gongwer Michigan acknowledged that "this was a bad week for Mike Duggan."
Let's rewind:
* Last Friday afternoon, Duggan posted a video protesting his signature requirement, and in the video, Duggan falsely claimed that he was required to submit 30,000 signatures. In reality, the requirement for candidateswith no party affiliation is 12,000, less than the candidates with party affiliation. Duggan was swiftly called out for lying--READ MORE HERE.
* On Tuesday, a new poll commissioned by Duggan's supporters at the Detroit Regional Chamber showed his campaign sinking--and even drawing more votes from Republicans than Democrats. Duggan's sinking poll numbers come as his wealthy allies have spent $14 million so far to boost his campaign.
* On Wednesday night, Duggan acknowledged the brutal new poll and said that his son/campaign manager told him it's an indicator that it's "time to come home," according to Gongwer News Service.
* On Thursday, a MIRS/Mitchell Research poll also showed Duggan's campaign sinking in the polls--with pollster Steve Mitchell noting that Duggan "has clearly lost 3% or 4% since our last survey in November and seems to be less of a force than he was earlier in the campaign."
* On Friday, the Detroit News reported on Duggan's cozy relationship with Big Tech executives in California--and how it's influencing Duggan's policies on data centers and AI, "whether you're ready to accept it or not."
"It's been a bad week for Mike Duggan, whether it's him sinking in the polls or new revelations of him putting corporate special interests first," said Michigan Democratic Party spokesperson Derrick Honeyman. "The more voters learn the truth about Duggan's record of taking MAGA cash, bowing down to Trump, and leaving poisonous dirt strewn across Detroit, the more he continues to struggle. Duggan should heed the advice of his son/campaign manager: it's time to come home."
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Original text here: https://michigandems.com/recap-mike-duggans-bad-week/
Mich. Democratic Party: John James Loses In Court to Perry Johnson As GOP Primary Get Nastier
LANSING, Michigan, May 16 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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John James Loses In Court to Perry Johnson As GOP Primary Get Nastier
Two-time statewide loser John James has now lost in an Ingham County Courtroom, with a judge granting a preliminary injunction yesterday prohibiting the James campaign from using its logo or any materials that say "John James Governor."
Self-funder Perry Johnson sued James in April, alleging that James' logo is a violation of Michigan law that "bans candidates from using materials that give the false impression
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LANSING, Michigan, May 16 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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John James Loses In Court to Perry Johnson As GOP Primary Get Nastier
Two-time statewide loser John James has now lost in an Ingham County Courtroom, with a judge granting a preliminary injunction yesterday prohibiting the James campaign from using its logo or any materials that say "John James Governor."
Self-funder Perry Johnson sued James in April, alleging that James' logo is a violation of Michigan law that "bans candidates from using materials that give the false impressionthat they're the incumbent." Johnson's lawsuit states that the James campaign's use of the logo is to "fraudulently infer, create the impression or claim he is either the governor or the Republican nominee."
The James logo that Johnson sued over:
Johnson is represented in the lawsuit by Matt DePerno, the failed Republican nominee for Attorney General in 2022 and an election denier who still faces felony charges for illegally tampering with voting machines in 2020.
Johnson's consultant celebrated the injunction ruling, writing that Johnson "won the injunction stopping the James campaign from continuing to break the law with the deception that James is some sort of de facto nominee or incumbent."
The lawsuit is the latest drama in the Republican gubernatorial primary, where James and Johnson have been trading barbs and an increasingly-expensive ad war is playing out on the airwaves. Last week, allegations of signature fraud and forgery flew between James and Johnson--four years after a similar scandal rocked the 2022 Republican primary and knocked four Republican candidates, including Johnson, out of the race.
"This chaotic Republican primary continues to get messier as John James is now losing battles in court," said Michigan Democratic Party spokesperson Derrick Honeyman. "Whether it's in the courtroom or on the campaign trail, the Republican candidates for governor are bending the knee to Donald Trump and fighting over who's the most extreme."
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Original text here: https://michigandems.com/john-james-loses-in-court-to-perry-johnson-as-gop-primary-get-nastier/
DNC: 3 Million Kids Will Lose Medicaid Because of Trump's Cuts to Healthcare
WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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3 Million Kids Will Lose Medicaid Because of Trump's Cuts to Healthcare
A new report from the Congressional Budget Office reveals that 3 million kids will lose health insurance because of Donald Trump and Republicans' "One, Big, Beautiful Bill" that slashed $1 TRILLION from Medicaid, the largest cut to healthcare in history, to pay for massive tax cuts for the rich. Trump also made the largest cut to food assistance in history, leaving millions of Americans going hungry, including
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WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on May 15, 2026:
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3 Million Kids Will Lose Medicaid Because of Trump's Cuts to Healthcare
A new report from the Congressional Budget Office reveals that 3 million kids will lose health insurance because of Donald Trump and Republicans' "One, Big, Beautiful Bill" that slashed $1 TRILLION from Medicaid, the largest cut to healthcare in history, to pay for massive tax cuts for the rich. Trump also made the largest cut to food assistance in history, leaving millions of Americans going hungry, includingchildren.
On top of that, Trump and Republicans refused to extend the enhanced Affordable Care Act premium tax credits, as healthcare premiums skyrocketed for over 20 million Americans. Now, more than one in five people who enrolled in health insurance through HealthCare.gov this year were dropped from coverage for failing to pay their first month's premium.
In response, DNC Rapid Response Director Kendall Witmer released the following statement:
"Donald Trump and Republicans gutted healthcare for millions of Americans, and now even children are paying the price for their disastrous agenda. Working families shouldn't have to worry if they can afford to take their kids to the doctor or emergency room just because Trump and Republicans wanted to hand out tax breaks to their rich friends and wealthy donors."
A whopping 73% of adults now say healthcare affordability is a very big problem for the country. It's no wonder voters are more likely to trust Democrats over Republicans on the issue of healthcare, and nine in ten voters say the issue will influence their decision of who to vote for in the 2026 midterm elections.
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Original text here: https://democrats.org/news/new-3-million-kids-will-lose-medicaid-because-of-trumps-cuts-to-healthcare/
