September 2026

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Hurricane Polo Raises Flash Flood Threat Across The American Southwest

Hurricane Polo sent tropical moisture toward the Southwest on September 28, raising flash flood concerns across several U.S. states.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 28, 2026

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America’s Consumer Confidence Warning Deserves More Attention Than The Headlines Suggest

Americans are still spending, but falling consumer confidence shows why household pressure deserves closer attention.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 25, 2026

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America’s Power Grid Modernization Puts Reliability And Energy Capacity In Focus

New federal grid investments aim to unlock existing capacity as rising electricity demand tests America’s aging power infrastructure.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 23, 2026

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Why America’s Return To The Moon Still Matters In An Age Of Rapid Technological Change

America’s lunar ambitions offer more than scientific discovery. They can inspire innovation, technical skills, and a new generation of explorers.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 21, 2026

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Historic Summer Heat And Drought Leave Nearly Half Of The United States Facing Dry Conditions

Record summer heat and widespread drought have strained water supplies and fueled wildfire risks across large parts of the United States.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 20, 2026

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U.S. Markets Face New Pressure As Treasury Yields Reach 5 Percent And Oil Stays Above $100

Rising Treasury yields and elevated oil prices put borrowing costs, inflation, household budgets, and U.S. markets back in focus.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 18, 2026

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Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates As Inflation Remains Elevated Across The United States

The Federal Reserve raised rates on September 16 as officials responded to persistent inflation and resilient economic activity.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 16, 2026

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U.S. Gasoline Prices Climb Above $4.30 as Energy Costs Pressure Household Budgets

U.S. gasoline prices climb above $4.30 a gallon as rising crude oil costs increase pressure on household budgets.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 14, 2026

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Atlantic Hurricane Season Reaches Historic Mid-September Lull as El Niño Suppresses Storms

Atlantic hurricane activity stays unusually low near its seasonal peak, but forecasters say coastal residents should stay ready.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 11, 2026

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Republicans Turn Focus to November as 2026 Midterm Campaign Enters Critical Stretch

Republicans intensify their 2026 midterm campaign, focusing on the economy, party unity and voter turnout as control of Congress hangs in balance.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 10, 2026

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New Hampshire Primary Brings Conservative Policy Issues Into Focus

New Hampshire voters headed to the polls Tuesday for a primary election that is helping set the stage for several important policy debates ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. While the state's Senate and congressional contests are attracting national attention, the races also provide an early look at the issues likely to influence voters as candidates prepare for the November general election.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 8, 2026

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The U.S. Open Is Showing Why American Tennis Has Reason for Optimism

NEW YORK — The early rounds of the 2026 U.S. Open have offered American tennis fans something more valuable than a collection of individual victories: a reason to be optimistic about the future of the sport in the United States.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 6, 2026

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U.S. Employers Add 162,000 Jobs in August as Unemployment Holds at 4.1%

The U.S. labor market posted a stronger-than-expected performance in August, with employers adding 162,000 nonfarm jobs while the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.1 percent. The latest employment figures provide an important look at the condition of the American economy as the country enters the fall.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 4, 2026

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VevaRx Makes Telehealth Feel More Human

Heather Gagon built VevaRx to make modern wellness care clearer, calmer, and more personal.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 2, 2026

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Extreme Heat Puts U.S. Power Grid Under Pressure as Electricity Demand Nears Records

The United States is facing heightened pressure on its electricity system Wednesday as an intense heat wave drives temperatures higher across parts of the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, increasing demand for air conditioning and testing the reliability of regional power grids.

Republican Digest Contributor · September 2, 2026