Key takeaways
Leading Republicans are already hedging bets beyond Trump.
A sharp drop in Trump support stems from rising costs.
Trump still watches the stock market, not everyday struggles.
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Key takeaways
Leading Republicans are already hedging bets beyond Trump.
A sharp drop in Trump support stems from rising costs.
Trump still watches the stock market, not everyday struggles.
Some GOP figures plan for a post-Trump party future.
What Is Happening to Trump Support?
Donald Trump led the Republican Party for...
Key takeaways
• A key Senate staffer resigned after choosing between her job and her firm, Victory Field Operations.
• The Senate Business Office forced the choice amid a clash over outside political work.
• Victory Field Operations served both top GOP gubernatorial campaigns, raising ethics questions.
• Another staffer linked to the...
Key Takeaways
• Adelita Grijalva will be sworn in after more than 50 days, bringing the House to full strength.
• Her swearing-in gives the discharge petition 218 signatures needed to force a vote.
• The petition aims to force release of Jeffrey Epstein files held by the Justice Department.
• The House...
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Jack Schlossberg announced his run for a New York City congressional seat.
He warns that America “is in crisis” under the Republican Party.
He criticizes Trump’s actions on civil rights and White House renovations.
He calls for a new generation of leaders to win back the House.
...
Key Takeaways
Lawmakers passed short-term bills to end the longest government shutdown.
Eight Democrats joined Republicans to extend funding through January 2026.
Experts warn of rising health care costs in underserved red states.
Critics say the government shutdown deal may hurt Republican voters most.
Government Shutdown Deal: What You Need...
Key Takeaways
A House Rules Committee meeting turned heated over an eight-week government shutdown break.
Rep. Yassamin Ansari accused Republicans of taking a taxpayer-funded vacation.
Rep. Virginia Foxx fired back, insisting all lawmakers worked during the shutdown.
The committee is debating a funding plan that runs through January 2026.
...
Key takeaways:
After a 40-day government shutdown, eight Democratic senators broke ranks to reopen the government.
They reached a bipartisan deal with Republicans without Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s support.
Federal workers will resume pay, flights will restart, and SNAP benefits will continue.
The deal covers less than the full...
Key Takeaways
• Allies of President Trump sharply criticized a 50-year mortgage plan.
• Bill Pulte pushed the idea as a tool for home affordability.
• Critics warn it could saddle Americans with more debt.
• Pulte says the plan is one of many solutions under review.
• Backlash hints at growing tension within...
Key Takeaways
A Democratic strategist questions who is really running the White House
President Trump fell asleep for 20 minutes at a recent press conference
He seemed unaware of bills during public signings
Stephen Miller used “I” statements, raising more questions about power
Americans deserve clear answers about who...
Key Takeaways
• President Trump mocked a New York Times reporter over a story about his “heaven-bound” comments.
• The Times story by Peter Baker questioned Trump’s thoughts on mortality.
• Trump insisted he was joking and called Baker an Obama supporter.
• Laura Ingraham pressed Trump on Christian beliefs about forgiveness.
• The...
Key Takeaways
• Lawmakers ended the Schumer shutdown after days of deadlock.
• The deal funds food aid and brings back fired federal workers.
• It offers no firm promise to extend Affordable Care Act help.
• Some Democrats blame Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and demand action.
• An Axios report credits Schumer’s holdout...
Key Takeaways
• The House speaker won’t promise a vote on ACA subsidies.
• Without subsidies, health insurance costs could rise for millions.
• A Senate deal hinges on reinstating these subsidies soon.
• Lawmakers need to find a clear plan before moving forward.
ACA subsidies vote stalls in the House
The leader of the...
Key takeaways
• Senate votes 60-40 to pass a spending bill that ends the shutdown
• Eight moderate Democrats break ranks, joining Republicans
• House Speaker Johnson urges a swift vote to send the bill to President Trump
• Many Democrats see this move as a betrayal without Obamacare subsidy protection
Spending Bill Clears...
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President Trump teased Sergio Gor during his ambassador swearing-in.
He joked about past staffing errors in the White House personnel office.
The media called the moment awkward, but guests laughed.
Despite the tease, Trump praised Gor’s future role in India.
Sergio Gor Takes Center Stage
The White House hosted...
Key Takeaways
Eight Senate Democrats backed a deal to reopen the government.
They broke ranks with their party during a hard-fought shutdown.
Experts say they feared losing public support and future elections.
Tim Kaine’s comments hint at wider, hidden support for ending the deadlock.
The government shutdown neared its end...
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Hate graffiti appeared outside Zohran Mamdani’s office just hours after his win.
Vandals used hateful symbols and slurs in the graffiti.
Local leaders and neighbors quickly condemned the act.
Zohran Mamdani promised to fight hate and unite the community.
Hate Graffiti Hits Zohran Mamdani’s Office
The morning after Zohran...
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President Trump asked the Supreme Court to overturn a jury’s verdict.
The jury ruled he sexually abused writer E. Jean Carroll and defamed her.
Trump claims presidential immunity shields him from civil suits for official actions.
A Supreme Court decision could reshape rules on lawsuits against presidents.
Supreme...
Key takeaways:
Senate approved a plan 60 to 40 to end the government shutdown.
The shutdown lasted 41 days, halting many services and paychecks.
The funding bill now moves to the House of Representatives.
If approved, federal workers return and receive back pay.
Senate Vote Ends Government Shutdown
The Senate passed...
Key Takeaways:
A public defender said justices may strike down Trump tariffs.
Justice Neil Gorsuch warned the president overstepped his power.
The court suggested Congress, not the president, must set tariffs.
This ruling could reshape the balance of trade power.
Over the weekend, a former pardon attorney spoke on MSNBC....
Key Takeaways
• Congressional Democrats agreed on a plan to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history.
• The deal asks at least ten Democrats to back a procedural vote for short-term funding through year’s end.
• Lawmakers will vote in December to renew Affordable Care Act subsidies.
• Talks include rehiring...
