Exploring the life and legacy of a fearless voice in political satire. Early Life & Background Born in Sweden and raised in California, Ann Telnaes studied character animation at the prestigious California Institute of the Arts (CalArts). Before turning to editorial cartooning, she worked with studios like Walt Disney Imagineering, developing the artistic skills that […]
Pence warns of ‘price shock,’ consequences of Trump tariffs
Former Vice President Pence warned of a “price shock” and other consequences of President Trump’s new tariff policy in an interview that aired Monday on CNN. “I do have a concern that when the so-called 90-day pause comes off, that even the administration has conceded that there may be a price shock in the economy […]
Harris makes surprise post-election appearance with Met Gala debut
Former Vice President Harris made her debut at the Met Gala this year alongside former first gentleman Doug Emhoff, Vogue reported Monday. Harris’s Met Gala look selection was custom-made by the clothing brand Off-White. A photo featured in Vogue’s reporting on Harris’s attendance at the event shows the former vice president in a floor-length dress […]
Federal judge rules North Carolina must certify state Supreme Court victory
A federal judge ordered the North Carolina Board of Elections on Monday to certify the results of the state’s Supreme Court election, giving Democratic incumbent Justice Allison Riggs the upper hand in the still-contested race. Chief U.S. District Judge Richard E. Myers ruled Monday that the state board must certify the results of the November […]
Met Gala 2025: Stars don their tailored best in suits, feathers and ties
The theme for this year’s event is “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style,” the first since 2003 to focus exclusively on menswear.
Trump considering 100% tariffs on movies not made in the US
The president blamed foreign-made movies for the American film industry’s “very fast death”.
Three dead, nine missing after panga boat capsizes near San Diego
At least two children are reported missing as the US Coast Guard searches for survivors, just north of San Diego.
What is Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs charged with and how are jurors picked?
The rap mogul denies sex trafficking and racketeering charges, plus dozens of other lawsuits alleging abuse.
Greene says base furious with Congress, not Trump
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) said Monday that President Trump’s base is furious with Congress but not the president himself. Last week, Greene said in a post on the social platform X that “the base is not happy,” noting the Ukraine minerals deal and talks with Iran, among other subjects. “I represent the base and […]
Ocasio-Cortez passes on top Oversight Committee position bid
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) on Monday said she will not run for the top Democratic spot on the House Oversight Committee, passing on the opportunity as Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.), the current ranking member of the panel, prepares to step down from the post. Ocasio-Cortez, who was seen as a potential successor to Connolly, suggested […]
Ryan ‘seriously considering’ run for Ohio governor, communications adviser says
Former Rep. Tim Ryan (D-Ohio) is “seriously considering” a run for Ohio governor, his communications adviser told The Hill on Monday. Dennis Willard said that different people have approached Ryan about running for governor, with some telling him “that they’re dissatisfied with the direction the country’s going.” Willard said Ryan wants to spend time talking […]
The Zelenskyy-Trump deal – podcast
Is the mineral deal between Ukraine and the US a win-win? Andrew Roth reports After the heated exchange between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Oval Office in February, the prospect of a deal between the US and Ukraine was uncertain. “Every week, it feels like we get a new position from Donald Trump,” […]
Linda McMahon blasts Harvard in scathing letter telling elite university it will no longer get federal grants
Secretary of Education Linda McMahon sent a scathing letter to Harvard University President Alan Garber on Monday, not only blasting the Massachusetts Ivy League school’s handling of antisemitism on campus but also advising school officials to refrain from applying for future federal grants because they will not “be provided.” In her no-holds-barred letter, McMahon told […]
Mike Pence rebukes Trump over tariffs and ‘wavering’ support for Ukraine
Former vice-president says tariffs ‘not a win for the American people’ and predicts public pressure will grow Donald Trump’s tariffs policy will trigger a “price shock” and possible shortages, and lead to public pressure on him to change his approach, the former vice-president Mike Pence has said. In one of his most wide-ranging critiques yet […]
Trump blocks grant funding for Harvard until it meets president’s demands
University told by education secretary Linda McMahon research grants and other aid ‘will not be provided’ The US Department of Education informed Harvard University on Monday that it was ending billions of dollars in research grants and other aid unless the school accedes to a list of demands from the Trump administration that would effectively […]
Trump admin continues Biden defense of abortion drug mifepristone, asks court to dismiss lawsuit
The Trump administration is asking a federal judge in Texas to dismiss a case that aims to restrict access to the abortion drug mifepristone. The request continues the Biden administration’s position in defense of the drug: that Texas isn’t the proper venue for the lawsuit. In a Justice Department court filing, the Trump administration said Idaho, […]
Lutnick skeptical of cutting deal with Canada’s ‘socialist regime’
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Monday that he is skeptical of cutting a trade deal with the Canadian government, calling it a “socialist regime.” “Can we make a deal with Canada?” Fox Business Network’s Larry Kudlow asked on his show “Kudlow.” “I think it’s really complex,” Lutnick responded. “I mean, this is really complex, because […]
Hegseth wants to take axe to top military brass
96 <!– sup, sub { font-size: 100% !important; } sup { mso-text-raise:10% } sub { mso-text-raise:-10% } {beacon} Welcome to The Hill’s Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security <!– The Big Story Hegseth wants to take axe to top military brass Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth wants the number of […]
Republicans grow antsy after Trump comments on tariffs, recession
Senate Republicans on Monday grew increasingly nervous after President Trump’s comments over the weekend that some of his tariffs could be permanent and that things would be “OK” even if the U.S. experienced a short-term recession. Republicans have been on edge for weeks as the Trump administration’s hemming and hawing on tariffs have created instability […]
Trump news at a glance: immigrants offered money to leave US and White House walks back film tariff plan
DHS claims participation in ‘self-deportation’ scheme may help legal re-entry later; administration says ‘no final decisions’ made on film tariffs – key US politics stories from Monday 5 May at a glance The Trump administration will offer undocumented immigrants $1,000 to leave the US as part of its latest crackdown on immigration, drawing criticism for […]
