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Republicans Face Challenges Amid Immigration and Campaign Controversies

2/13/2026

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Immigrants Challenge Republicans

Immigrant rights groups challenge a Republican bid to exclude undocumented individuals from the 2030 U.S. Census.
Rep. Neal Dunn (R-FL) may resign before his term ends, potentially narrowing the GOP majority.
In Texas, GOP attorney Chris Gober is gaining support to replace Rep. Michael McCaul, emphasizing conservative values.
A Republican candidate in Georgia is suing the lieutenant governor over campaign finance laws, claiming an unfair advantage in the upcoming primary.

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Malliotakis Appeals Ruling

A New York court ruled the current 11th Congressional District dilutes voting power of Black and Latino residents.
U.S. Rep. Nicole Malliotakis has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to freeze the decision, arguing it could disrupt elections.
Missouri and Florida are challenging the FDA's approval of mifepristone, citing safety risks, and advocates say these lawsuits threaten access to medication abortion.

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Immigrants Challenge Republicans

Immigrant rights groups challenge a Republican bid to exclude undocumented individuals from the 2030 U.S. Census.
Rep. Neal Dunn (R-FL) may resign before his term ends, potentially narrowing the GOP majority.
In Texas, GOP attorney Chris Gober is gaining support to replace Rep. Michael McCaul, emphasizing conservative values.
A Republican candidate in Georgia is suing the lieutenant governor over campaign finance laws, claiming an unfair advantage in the upcoming primary.

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