President Trump mentioned Secretary of State Marco Rubio as a possible successor, along with Vice President Vance, as he considers who would take over as leader of his Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement. Trump told NBC News’s Kristen Welker that now is too early to say who would become his successor, but Vance is […]
5 things to know as Trump rolls out Golden Dome missile defense shield
President Trump is poised to get his first big windfall for his Golden Dome with a proposed $25 billion to jumpstart the purported missile defense system. The billions of dollars earmarked for the Golden Dome — part of the GOP’s reconciliation bill to increase Pentagon spending by $150 billion — means the system long touted […]
Catholic leaders criticize Trump for posting apparent AI photo of himself as the pope
When asked about the image, Cardinal Timothy Dolan, the archbishop of New York who is friendly with Trump, said “it wasn’t good” and that he hoped Trump had nothing to do with it. (Image credit: Alessandra Tarantino)
The White House’s Next Orchestrated Budget Crisis
This is something I’m still trying to get my head around – both the technical legislative details as well as how all this plays in political terms. The details are still fuzzy to me but I want to get the outlines in front of you. At the end of the summer we’ll be coming to […]
Warner predicts a ‘brutal’ UN ambassador confirmation hearing for Waltz
Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) predicts that former national security adviser Mike Waltz will face a “brutal” confirmation hearing as he was removed from his post and nominated to be the Trump administration’s United Nations ambassador. Warner joined CNN’s “State of the Union” on Sunday, where host Jake Tapper asked about the recent shuffle in the […]
Priebus: Trump ‘promised’ he would disrupt things
Former Republican Party executive Reince Priebus said President Trump is doing exactly what he promised by disrupting the federal government and trade relations, saying the president has a tendency to touch “the fire” then go “back to the drawing board and getting things lined up.” During a Sunday panel discussion on ABC’s “This Week,” Priebus, […]
Stephen A. Smith says Democratic Party needs to be ‘purged’ before he would run
Stephen A. Smith said the Democratic Party would need to be “purged” before he would run for president under the party. Smith joined CNN’s “State of the Union” on Sunday, where host Jake Tapper asked him about the continued talk about him running in the 2028 presidential election. “If you were to run for president, […]
White House officials celebrate ‘omen’ of Kentucky Derby victor: ‘Sovereignty will ALWAYS win’
White House officials celebrated on social media after a horse named Sovereignty beat out its rival Journalism at the Kentucky Derby on Saturday. Sovereignty trailed most of the race and didn’t make a big move until near the final turn to edge out Journalism, the favorite horse going into the race, and secure the victory. […]
Trump skeptical about need to follow Constitution in deportation cases: ‘I don’t know’
President Trump indicated some skepticism about his need to follow the Constitution regarding deportation cases, yielding to administration attorneys to guide him on what to do. Trump said in an NBC News interview with Kristen Welker that aired on “Meet the Press” on Sunday that he’s “relying” on Attorney General Pam Bondi on how to […]
Federal workers in limbo amid whiplash White House firings and court-ordered rehirings
Trump and Musk’s Doge agency have spread confusion and uncertainty among government employees In the 100 days since Donald Trump returned to power, the new administration has driven tens of thousands of federal workers from a civil service it has denigrated as “bloated” and “corrupt”. Among its first targets: probationary workers like Cindi Hron. Hron, […]
Trump says he doesn’t know whether to give immigrants due process rights
President also says he sees himself as leaving office at the end of his current term and not seeking a third one Donald Trump said “I don’t know” when asked if he needed to uphold the US constitution when it comes to giving immigrants the right of due process as he gave a wide-ranging TV […]
Does a president need to uphold the Constitution? Trump says ‘I don’t know’
The president says a third term is “not something I’m looking to do,” and the US.. economy is in a “transition period.” (Image credit: Manuel Balce Ceneta/AP)
REAL ID ‘unnecessary in keeping us safe,’ GOP lawmaker says as deadline looms
With the final REAL ID deadline looming this week, one House Republican lawmaker told Fox News Digital he believes it’s an “unnecessary” burden on Americans. “I personally don’t support the REAL ID. I think that it’s unnecessary in keeping us safe,” Rep. Eric Burlison, R-Mo., told Fox News Digital in an interview. The Missouri Republican […]
NASA’s Hubble conundrum: risky repair or costly replacement
Without question, the Hubble Space Telescope is a marvel of technology. NASA and the scientific community recently celebrated the Hubble’s 35th anniversary, as well they should, considering the scientific discoveries the space telescope has garnered, not to mention the hauntingly beautiful images it has produced. The concept of a space telescope dates back decades. NASA funding started in […]
Warner says US will pay the price for federal cuts ‘literally for years’
Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) said he believes the United States will be paying the price for the massive cuts to federal programs and the workforce “literally for years.” Warner joined CNN’s “State of the Union” on Sunday, where host Jake Tapper asked him about the reported cuts to the CIA, which is headquartered in his […]
Trump claims credit for good parts of economy, blames Biden for bad parts
President Trump took credit for the positive parts of the economy and blamed his predecessor for the lagging parts as voters increasingly express concerns about the economy. Trump told NBC News’s Kristen Welker in an interview that aired on “Meet the Press” on Sunday that only “certain aspects” of the economy are a result of […]
Arts agency terminates dozens of grants after Trump proposes eliminating NEA
National Endowment for the Arts notifies organizations that offers of government grants were terminated Dozens of US arts organizations have been notified that offers of government grants have been terminated, hours after Donald Trump proposed eliminating federal agencies that support arts, humanities and learning. The cancellation of grant offers were reported from organizations across the […]
Trump shoots down rumors he will seek 3rd term: ‘Not something I’m looking to do’
President Donald Trump downplayed rumors that he intends to seek a constitutionally prohibited third term in the White House on Sunday. Trump addressed the issue during an interview with NBC News’ “Meet the Press” that aired Sunday, telling host Kristen Welker that he has no plans to pursue another term. “So many people want me […]
Sovereignty wins 151st Kentucky Derby
Sovereignty beats favourite Journalism to win the 151st Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.
Trump says he is not considering running for third term
“This is not something I’m looking to do,” Trump says about speculation he may run again in 2028.