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Arizona Democrats secure trifecta, announce House leadership
For the first time in 60 years, Arizona Democrats will hold the majority in both chambers of the Legislature and the governor’s mansion. The party on Friday announced the House leadership, which includes Rep. Oscar De Los Santos, D-Phoenix, the previous minority leader, as the speaker-elect. By Christian Boan.

Parental rights org celebrates passage of girls’ sports protection measures
A parental rights organization and other groups celebrated the victories from the 2026 midterm elections for protection of girls’ sports and private spaces in Arizona, Nebraska, Colorado and Washington. By Tate Rosentreter.

Arizona Democrats lay out vision for new U.S. House cycle
The mood among the winners in the 48th State after Democrats gained back control of both chambers of Congress was a mix of optimism and responsibility. By Christopher Boan.

Congress faces crammed lame-duck session with little bipartisan appetite
The Republican-controlled 119th Congress is facing a backlog of legislative duties it can no longer ignore – yet it has only eight weeks left in session until Democrats take the helm in both chambers.

Democrats can’t end Trump's tariffs without Republicans
Democrats promised voters they would end President Donald Trump’s tariffs. The arithmetic says they cannot do it without Republican help.

Socialist mayors to lead LA, D.C., NYC, Seattle as Trump warns of ‘disaster’
Democratic Socialists will now lead America’s two most populous cities and the nation’s capital, raising questions over the Democratic Socialist of America platform.More than 14 million people will live under the leadership of Democratic Socialist mayors in a handful of American cities.

Democrats' midterm gains complicate path forward on permitting bill
Despite broad bipartisan support of the U.S. Senate’s permitting reform bill, which aims to expedite energy projects and lower electricity costs, Democratic leadership in the House is now demanding more concessions.

Healthcare, economy top Democrat priorities after midterms
With Democrats taking control of Congress in 2027, leaders and advocates are calling for meaningful reforms to healthcare and policies that prioritize affordability.

Supreme Court to hear migrant worker dispute Tuesday
The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on Tuesday in a case to determine whether presidential administrations can issue financial damages against immigrant employers.

Canada pursues trade beyond U.S. after Democratic wins
Canada will keep looking for trade partners outside the United States despite Democrats winning both chambers of Congress in this week's midterm election, Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc said.

Rubio says U.S. in talks to establish military presence in Venezuela
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. is in talks with Venezuela to secure a military presence in the South American country, less than a year after the U.S. performed a siege on the country. The secretary of state’s comments come more than a month after The Center Square asked President Donald Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth separately whether the U.S. plans to add a military base in South America, specifically Venezuela.

Parental rights org celebrates passage of girls’ sports protection measures
A parental rights organization and other groups celebrated the victories from the 2026 midterm elections for protection of girls’ sports and private spaces in Arizona, Nebraska, Colorado and Washington. The groups said that protecting girls is not a partisan issue.

Everyday Economics: Tax changes can cushion inflation but can't restore lost purchasing power
The Internal Revenue Service’s new inflation adjustments would save a married couple earning $87,500 about $136 next year, or $11 a month, assuming their income stays unchanged. That modest relief illustrates the limits of tax changes when higher prices are squeezing household budgets.

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ARIZONA SENATE UNDER NEW LEADERSHIP: As Democrats and Republicans pick their leaders in the Senate, The Center Square will talk with leaders from both parties to see what both sides aim to accomplish in the new year now that the Democrats officially control the chamber for the first time in more than 30 years. By Christopher Boan.

U.S. SUPREME COURT: The U.S. Supreme Court will release an orders list at 9:30 a.m. EST on Monday. The court may decide whether to take up a significant case on prediction markets. (Andrew Rice) 

FSIA CASE: Republican attorneys general and lawmakers are urging justices in the U.S. Supreme Court to take up a case on whether American courts can adjudicate disputes between U.S. citizens and foreign businesses. (Andrew Rice) 

GOP LEADERSHIP: Though congressional Republicans are poised to hold leadership elections Tuesday, some members want to delay them and have more time to deliberate. (Therese Boudreaux)

RUSSIA/UKRAINE: The U.S. is set to take part in talks between Russia and Ukraine in Abu Dhabi as the U.S. continues to weigh options against Iran. (Sarah Roderick-Fitch)

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