congresswoman

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Recent Examples of congresswoman According to the congresswoman, officials have repeatedly said detainees receive regular medical attention, doctor visits and even chemotherapy treatments. — Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 4 Aug. 2026 Stevens, a four-term congresswoman backed by Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer and many of Michigan’s top Democrats, has made electability and experience central to her case. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026 Her office said neither the congresswoman nor her family were involved in the incident. — Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026 The congresswoman also observed the first responder vehicles that are regularly called to respond to medical emergencies, including three fire trucks, just during the duration of her visit. — Thomas Kennedy, Sun Sentinel, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for congresswoman
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  • The 14-term congressman lost to former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, who mainly campaigned on the need for new voices and new energy in Congress, without needing to lean much on age at all.
    — Lisa Hagen, Hartford Courant, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Emerging from the vehicle is the congressman’s wife, who’s come to size Reacher up.
    — Chris Klimek, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2026
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