Vance? Rubio? DeSantis? Cruz? Republicans at Dallas convention ponder options for post-Trump leader
While JD Vance is seen as a potential successor to Donald Trump, attendees at the Republican convention are divided on 2028 preferences.
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Under Trump, census eyes sweeping plan to omit immigrants, race data
The Trump administration is proposing a dramatic overhaul around the once-a-decade U.S. Census head count that could leave out millions of immigrants based on status and key racial and ethnic data, jeopardizing the allocation of resources and the country’s voting map.
Trump wants to send Americans money. Congress and economists don’t seem thrilled with the idea
Donald Trump’s pitch to send Americans $5,000 checks should Republicans prevail in the November midterms is drawing scorn from some members of Congress — the very people who have constitutional authority over federal spending.
Denver projects that revenue will grow slightly in 2027 as more visitors spend money downtown, mayor says
Denver projects its revenue will grow in 2027 under a forecast that — if accurate — could begin to turn around years of belt-tightening, according to Mayor Mike Johnston’s budget proposal.
Trump, hoping to salvage midterms, makes dubious pledge to give every US adult $5,000 if GOP wins
President Trump says he plans to give every adult $5,000 if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate in the midterm elections.
Democratic Sen. Fetterman speaks at a GOP midterm convention, fueling party-switch fears
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman addressed the Republican midterm convention, escalating tensions and fueling party-switching fears.
In Denver visit, top congressional Democrat condemns President Trump’s ‘revenge’ targeting of Colorado
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said in Denver Wednesday that President Donald Trump was “very focused on revenge” on Colorado. But he did not say if Democrats would try to impeach Trump.
Six months after Denver councilman promised wage proposal, restaurant industry still waiting
In February, Denver City Councilman Darrell Watson said he would propose a change to Denver’s tipped minimum wage structure within a month to help the struggling industry.
Victor Marx keeps up with Phil Weiser in governor’s race fundraising, but he’s burning through cash fast
Recent fundraising was about even in the Colorado race for governor between Republican Victor Marx and Democratic Attorney General Phil Weiser, but finance reports showed a big spending gap for the 2026 election.
With AI memes, Trump promotes mythical version of himself as challenges stack up ahead of midterms
President Donald Trump is using memes to portray himself as powerful amid struggles with inflation and international issues.