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Hi there, It’s Thursday. Today we’re talking about threats to children’s health policy, the future of Obamacare subsidies, and more. We’re also tracking how media narratives shape public understanding. From attacks on pediatric health funding to looming health care cutoffs for millions, the stakes are real — and misinformation only makes the damage worse. 🖊️ Add your name to demand media coverage rooted in facts, accountability, and the real-world consequences of policy decisions. SUBSCRIBE & JOIN WITH OTHERS TO SEND CIVIC SHOUT PETITIONS! Read about this, and more, with today’s stories: SLASHING FUNDING! MUST READ: American Academy of Pediatrics loses government funding after criticizing RFK Jr (The Guardian) House Speaker Johnson rebuffs efforts to extend health care subsidies, pushing ahead with GOP plan (AP) Trump Administration to Dismantle Key Climate Research Center in Colorado (Mother Jones) Trump gets worst economic ratings ever in new poll as Americans worry about affordability (PBS) More than 10% of Congress won't return to their seats after 2026 (NPR) Members of the 119th Congress not running for reelection As of Dec. 17, 2025, a record 10 senators and 44 House members have already announced they don't plan to run for reelection in their current seats — plus several more have died or resigned.  Page 1 of 7   Table with 6 columns and 62 rows. Currently displaying rows 1 to 10. Sorted descending by column "DATE" (column headers with buttons are sortable) Dec. 17, 2025 Dan Newhouse Republican House WA-04 Retiring Dec. 8, 2025 Jasmine Crockett Democrat House TX-30 Running for Senate Dec. 8, 2025 Marc Veasey Democrat House TX-33 Retiring Nov. 29, 2025 Troy Nehls Republican House TX-22 Retiring Nov. 21, 2025 Marjorie Taylor Greene Republican House GA-14 Retiring Nov. 21, 2025 Eric Swalwell Democrat House CA-14 Running for governor Nov. 20, 2025 Nydia Velázquez Democrat House NY-07 Retiring Nov. 20, 2025 Mikie Sherrill Democrat House NJ-11 Won election for governor Nov. 11, 2025 Jodey Arrington Republican House TX-19 Retiring Nov. 10, 2025 Bonnie Watson Coleman Democrat House NJ-12 Retiring Notes Dates for retiring lawmakers and those running for governor and Senate are the dates they announced their decision. Sens. Blackburn and Bennet are not up for reelection in 2026, but would resign their seats if they win their respective gubernatorial races. Rep. Sherrill resigned effective Nov. 20 after winning her race for governor. Rep. Greene will resign effective Jan. 5, 2026. Source: Biographical Directory of the United States Congress, U.S. House Casualty List, lawmaker press releasesCredit: Stephen Fowler/NPR Until next time, Harry from The Hound P.S. We’re always looking for new independent and progressive media sources to spotlight in our roundups. If there’s an outlet you think would be a great addition, reply to this email with your recommendation. We’d love to hear from you!

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