On Thursday, a group of Michigan Republican lawmakers sent a letter to U.S. Attorney Pam Bondi asking the Department of Justice to deploy federal election monitors to oversee Michigan’s primary and general elections next year. The reason for the request, as outlined in the letter, centers on a … Michigan Republicans Demand DOJ Send Federal Election Monitors for 2026Read more
Deeper airline problems exacerbated by record-long shutdown
The government shutdown may have ended but problems that were already plaguing U.S. airports and airlines before the 43-day lapse in funding are far from over. “Airlines cannot flip a switch and resume normal operations immediately after a vote — there will be residual effects for days,” former … Deeper airline problems exacerbated by record-long shutdownRead more
Russia blitzes Kyiv with drones, missiles, killing at least 6
Russian missiles and drones struck dozens of apartment buildings in Kyiv on Friday, killing six and injuring 35 people, including children and a pregnant woman, in the Ukrainian capital, according to government officials. “My condolences to their families and loved ones,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky posted on the … Russia blitzes Kyiv with drones, missiles, killing at least 6Read more
Industry groups ask Supreme Court to block California climate disclosure laws
Industry groups including the Chamber of Commerce on Friday asked the Supreme Court to block California state laws that require companies to disclose information about their emissions and climate risks. The organizations filed an emergency request with the high court asking it to prevent the laws from taking … Industry groups ask Supreme Court to block California climate disclosure lawsRead more
Georgia prosecutor to take over last remaining criminal case against Trump
Pete Skandalakis appointed himself to take over 2020 election interference case from district attorney Fani Willis The only remaining criminal case against Donald Trump has been revived after the head of Georgia’s prosecutor’s council appointed himself to replace Fani Willis, the Fulton county district attorney, who was removed … Georgia prosecutor to take over last remaining criminal case against TrumpRead more
AfD hails US ban on European leftwing groups as historians fear anti-fascist crackdown
German far-right party urges Berlin and other European nations to also designate networks as terrorist organisations Germany’s far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party has welcomed the US government’s decision to classify a prominent German anti-fascist group and three other European networks as terrorist organisations, calling on Berlin and … AfD hails US ban on European leftwing groups as historians fear anti-fascist crackdownRead more
Jeffrey Epstein and Larry Summers’s exchanges depict relationship as confidants, emails reveal
The child sex offender and the former US treasury secretary shared personal views about politics and relationships US politics live – latest updates A series of exchanges between child sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Larry Summers, the former US treasury secretary, showing a relationship as confidants emerged among … Jeffrey Epstein and Larry Summers’s exchanges depict relationship as confidants, emails revealRead more
US tariffs on Swiss goods cut to 15% in deal struck with Trump administration
In exchange, Swiss officials committed to series of quotas for imports from the US on a duty-free basis US politics live – latest updates Donald Trump agreed to cut US tariffs on Switzerland from 39% to 15% as part of a new trade pact, lowering duties that strained … US tariffs on Swiss goods cut to 15% in deal struck with Trump administrationRead more
Shutdown is over, but Washington’s budget brawl is just getting started
The nation’s longest shutdown on record just ended — but the issues behind it remain far from resolved. Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-Conn., the top Democrat on the House Appropriations Committee, said she envisions not much will have changed by the time the government has to reevaluate its spending needs on … Shutdown is over, but Washington’s budget brawl is just getting startedRead more
New prosecutor takes on Trump’s Georgia election case after Fani Willis disqualified
The head of the Georgia Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council revealed on Friday that he appointed himself to take over the election case in Georgia against President Donald Trump and several others, a move that comes after Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis was disqualified from it. The council’s director, … New prosecutor takes on Trump’s Georgia election case after Fani Willis disqualifiedRead more
Anti-Trump network behind mass protests cracks open war chest against Dems who backed reopening government
A left-wing group behind the massive “No Kings” protests targeting President Donald Trump and his administration launched its largest primary undertaking: targeting Senate Democrats who joined Republicans to reopen the government. “This is no longer about them – it’s about us. We’re done waiting for Democrats to find … Anti-Trump network behind mass protests cracks open war chest against Dems who backed reopening governmentRead more
Multiple democratic socialists line up to succeed Mamdani
Several members of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) appear to be lining up to clinch Zohran Mamdani’s New York State Assembly seat after the 34-year-old stunned the political landscape to become the city’s next mayor. Rana Abdelhamid, an Egyptian American and Muslim community organizer, has filed to … Multiple democratic socialists line up to succeed MamdaniRead more
How closed-door negotiations and a guarantee ended longest government shutdown on record
Several weeks into the government shutdown, the notion of reopening seemed impossible. Both Senate Republicans and Democrats were deeply entrenched in their positions for 41 days and 40 nights, and neither side wanted to appear to be caving to the other. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and … How closed-door negotiations and a guarantee ended longest government shutdown on recordRead more
Donald Trump – President Donald Trump misleads about Walmart Thanksgiving dinner price comparison
Walmart’s 2025 package of Thanksgiving dinner ingredients shows a “25% reduction in costs for Thanksgiving between (President Joe) Biden and me.”
Thomas Jefferson would expect much more of Congress today
To fulfill its constitutional duty, Congress should heed Jefferson’s call.
America’s energy bills shouldn’t fund Big Tech’s data centers
Data centers should pay these incremental capacity costs they impose on the system, rather than having them allocated to all retail customers generally.
GLP-1s linked to lower colon cancer mortality rates: Study
The study found that the five-year mortality rate was significantly lower among patients who were using GLP-1 receptor agonists.
GOP unity shattered by controversial measure in government shutdown bill
The House is expected to vote next week on repealing a controversial measure in the bill that ended the government shutdown. It caused heartburn for House Republicans in the final days of the shutdown and provided fresh ammo for Democrats hoping to delay their federal funding legislation in … GOP unity shattered by controversial measure in government shutdown billRead more
Trump to ask DOJ to investigate Epstein ties to Democrats, banks
President Donald Trump said on Friday that he directed the Justice Department to investigate disgraced late financier Jeffrey Epstein’s ties to several high-profile Democrats and certain banks. “Now that the Democrats are using the Epstein Hoax, involving Democrats, not Republicans, to try and deflect from their disastrous SHUTDOWN, … Trump to ask DOJ to investigate Epstein ties to Democrats, banksRead more
Firm Tied to Kristi Noem Secretly Got Money From $220 Million DHS Ad Contracts
This story first appeared at ProPublica, a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. On Oct. 2, the second day of the government shutdown, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem arrived at Mount Rushmore to shoot a television ad. … Firm Tied to Kristi Noem Secretly Got Money From $220 Million DHS Ad ContractsRead more
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Special prosecutor assigned to Trump 2020 Georgia election case with uncertain future
A special prosecutor was named to take over Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis’ (D) election interference prosecution of President Trump on Friday following Willis’ disqualification. Peter Skandalakis, the executive director of Georgia’s Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council (PAC), which was tasked with identifying a replacement, appointed himself after reporting … Special prosecutor assigned to Trump 2020 Georgia election case with uncertain futureRead more
A look back at the Dayton accords that ended war in Bosnia 30 years ago
Thirty years have passed since U.S.-led diplomacy brought together the warring parties in Bosnia to end what then was Europe’s most vicious conflict since World War II.
Christie defends legal sports betting after NBA, MLB scandals
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) in defending the legalized sports gambling industry is arguing for more regulations on the booming business of wagering on pro and college athletics. “Regulated betting, when done right, strengthens the integrity of sports,” Christie wrote in a new op-ed published Friday … Christie defends legal sports betting after NBA, MLB scandalsRead more
Swiss hope to slash crippling Trump tariffs after golden charm offensive
Swiss ministers have had “very positive” talks in Washington, but a private business visit to the Oval Office may have made all the difference.
Nevada Supreme Court Revives Fake Electors Case
Not Dead Yet A unanimous Nevada Supreme Court reinstated criminal charges against six people who were allegedly involved in President Trump’s 2020 fake electors scheme. The case had previously been dismissed on grounds that it had been filed in the wrong county. The six defendants — which include … Nevada Supreme Court Revives Fake Electors CaseRead more
NC sheriff: Charlotte is next target of Trump immigration crackdown
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials could move in on Charlotte, N.C., as early as Saturday amid President Trump’s immigration crackdown across the country, according to local law enforcement. Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden was notified by two CBP officials on Wednesday that agents could arrive over … NC sheriff: Charlotte is next target of Trump immigration crackdownRead more
Is Trump channeling Marie Antoinette’s royalty?
Donald Trump has been accused of acting like a monarch, hosting lavish parties while federal workers were struggling to make ends meet, and surrounding himself with loyalists instead of truth-tellers, which could ultimately cost him his grip on power.
New Jersey Rep. Sherrill to resign seat next week after winning governor’s race
Rep. Mikie Sherrill (D-N.J.) said on Wednesday that she’ll be resigning from her House seat next week after she won her gubernatorial election in New Jersey. “This will be my last speech in this chamber. I intend to submit my resignation next week and turn to protecting all … New Jersey Rep. Sherrill to resign seat next week after winning governor’s raceRead more
National parks facing ‘nightmare’ under Trump, warns ex-director of service
Jonathan Jarvis, who led the agency from 2009 to 2017, laid out the dire consequences of not closing parks in shutdown Americans should “raise hell” to protect US national parks through the “nightmare” of Donald Trump’s presidency, according to a former National Park Service director, amid alarm over … National parks facing ‘nightmare’ under Trump, warns ex-director of serviceRead more