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Shifts in GOP: Retirements and the shrinking moderate influence

Originally Published 6 months ago — by NBC News

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Rep. Don Bacon, a vulnerable Republican and critic of Trump, announced he will not seek re-election in 2024, expressing interest in executive roles such as governor or president, and highlighting his desire to serve the country in a different capacity while enjoying more personal time.

Nebraska Governor's Controversial Remarks on Chinese Reporter Ignite Outrage

Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian US

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Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen is facing backlash for dismissing an investigative article into his family business, stating that he didn't read it because the reporter was "from communist China." The reporter, Yanqi Xu, expressed shock at Pillen's comments, especially after receiving no response from his office for her requests for comments. Xu's article revealed higher nitrate levels on hog farms owned by Pillen, posing a potential contamination risk to freshwater sources. Pillen's remarks have been criticized as xenophobic, with journalists and press advocacy groups expressing support for Xu and condemning the governor's comments.