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Government Shutdown · United StatesA draft White House memo suggests that furloughed federal employees need not be paid for time they didn’t work during the government shutdown, an administration official told CNN.See the Story
White House memo argues furloughed workers not guaranteed backpay
50% Center coverage: 305 sources

Janet Mills · MaineMaine’s two-term Democratic Gov. Janet Mills will run for the U.S. Senate seat held by veteran Republican Sen. Susan Collins next year, according to two people familiar with Mills’ plans.See the Story
Maine Gov. Mills will announce challenge to Sen. Collins in key 2026 Senate contest, AP sources say
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Janet Mills · MaineThe first woman to be elected governor of Maine is set to try and accomplish what no candidate in her state has managed in more than 30 years: to defeat Republican Susan Collins.
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Maine Gov. Janet Mills kicks off Senate run in critical 2026 race
42% Left coverage: 86 sources