Thomas Shelter

Thomas Shelter has been a keen follower of US politics for over two decades. His reporting for Congress.net primarily focuses on legislation, party politics, and business news.

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Fact-Check: Are Cheryl Hines and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Still Married?

Some Americans are questioning if Cheryl Hines is still married to Robert Kennedy Jr. Cheryl Hines and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. married on August 2, 2014, at the Kennedy family compound in Hyannis Port, Massachusetts. T hey had been dating since around 2011 after being introduced through a mutual acquaintance. Both had previous marriages: Hines to producer Paul…

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The Derek Chauvin Pardon Question in 2025: Possibility, Implications and Preparedness

The question of whether Derek Chauvin might receive a presidential pardon has emerged in the U.S. political spotlight, prompting intense debate, official readiness and legal complexities. Although no pardon has been issued, the mere prospect has stirred public, legal and institutional responses. Who is Derek Chauvin and what is he serving? Derek Chauvin, a former police officer in…

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Who is Blake Neff? Career and Bio

Blake Neff grew up in South Dakota and attended Dartmouth College, graduating in 2013. At Dartmouth he majored in history and government, and during his college years was involved with the conservative student publication the ­Review. Shortly after graduation he entered journalism and commentary, securing a fellowship via the Collegiate Network and then working at news‑site…

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Senate Approves Resolution to Repeal Global Tariffs as 4 Republican Senators Defy Trump

Four Republican senators joined Democrats on Thursday to approve a bipartisan resolution aimed at repealing former President Donald Trump’s global tariffs. Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), the sponsor of the resolution, was joined by Sens. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) in voting for the measure. The resolution had previously failed in…

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