Quick Summary: House Extends Surveillance Powers to April 30 After GOP Revolt
The House voted to extend surveillance powers until April 30 after a GOP plan failed.
A late-night revolt led...
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Violent unrest occurred in Los Angeles around mid-June, not solely because President Trump federalized the National Guard.
The riots began before Trump took action.
President Trump's decision to deploy federal troops was a response to the ongoing riots, not their initial cause.
Understanding the timeline is crucial to separating...
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Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old candidate, is now leading the Democratic primary for New York City mayor.
Zohran describes himself as a democratic socialist, wanting a more equitable city where everyone thrives.
Some politicians and online posts wrongly call him a communist, trying to discredit his ideas.
This...
Here's what you need to know about the Senate passing the major tax bill President Trump supports.
The Senate approved the tax bill on Tuesday.
Vice President Vance cast the deciding vote.
The House already passed the bill earlier in May.
The plan includes significant tax reductions.
It aims...
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- Trump urged an early end to fighting in Ukraine
- Putin stood firm on Russia reaching its main goals first
- They explored political options to end the Ukraine conflict
- The leaders also touched on diplomatic paths with Iran
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A phone call took place on Thursday morning between former president...
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- Tulsi Gabbard claims a reporter harassed her intelligence team
- Reporter Ellen Nakashima denies the allegations
- A former colleague questions Gabbard’s story
- Gabbard links the dispute to a plot against Trump’s agenda
- No evidence has appeared to support the accusations
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A public clash has broken out between a top...
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The DCCC slammed House Republicans for passing a tax bill benefiting the wealthy while cutting services for others.
DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene labeled it a "Big, Ugly Bill" prioritizing billionaires over working families.
Democrats allege the bill harms healthcare access, raises costs, threatens jobs, and risks hospital...
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- The federal government says it did not pay for or approve the new Everglades camp.
- Florida built the tent and trailer center in eight days without federal funds.
- Environmental groups sued over the lack of environmental review.
- Democrats demand access to inspect the site and seek answers.
-...
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- Trump used autographs and photos to win support for the budget bill
- Rep Tim Burchett changed his mind after meeting with Trump
- Rep Byron Donalds joined the autograph fun in a video
- Rep Chip Roy still slammed the budget as garbage
- The Senate passed the bill by...
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1 Trump wanted to hire Laura Loomer as press secretary but advisers found her too extreme
2 Loomer gained White House access and pushed to remove national security staff in April
3 Loomer fueled one of Trumps famous debate lines with false pet eating claims about Haitian migrants
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A new book...
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- A judge allowed the family of a suspected terrorist to face deportation
- The family can request release while their removal case moves forward
- Mohamed Soliman attacked a pro Israel rally with fire bombs
- An 82 year old woman died after the attack
- The family lived in the...
Promising Change: Examining Trump's Unfulfilled Election Promises
Here's a look at the promises Donald Trump made during his 2024 campaign and how closely they've been followed. We track his legislative actions against the Heritage's Project 2025 plan.
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Trump significantly changed course, targeting the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) early in...
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1. Astronomers spotted the third known interstellar object on July 1st.
2. This new visitor measures about 12 miles wide and shines brightly.
3. Its path won’t bring it near Earth but offers clues to alien worlds.
4. Scientists will watch it longer than previous interstellar objects.
5. Observations may reveal its...
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- 7.8 million Americans could lose Medicaid coverage
- Many affected people work but face tough paperwork
- Most cannot afford private insurance or marketplace plans
- Employer health plans often cost too much for low wage workers
- Medicaid helps prevent debt and health emergencies
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act at...
Elon Musk suggests a third political option as Senate passes controversial bill he opposes.
Here’s What’s Happening Right Now
Billionaire businessman Elon Musk wants a third political party in America.
He announced this during a live rant on his social media platform X.
He called this new party the "America...
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Hundreds of thousands of federal workers are suddenly unemployed.
Their job search is happening at a time when government hiring is slowing down.
Experts say this economic slowdown isn't as big a deal as it seems.
Finding a new job might be harder for those used to...
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Many people on the political left believe deep down that the United States has serious fundamental flaws.
These flaws are seen as pervasive, affecting almost every part of society and life.
This widespread belief that America is "fundamentally broken" can sometimes push people to extreme actions they...
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- We vote with our dollars every day
- Buying American cuts dependence on foreign goods
- American-owned brands keep jobs and taxes here
- Small choices add up to big economic gains
- Every purchase can help pay down our national debt
Nation Not as Independent as Founders Intended
As our country nears...
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- Tehran market lost a record 13200 billion tomans in one day
- Currency offices faced technical shutdowns to stem outflows
- Top officials and elites seek foreign escape routes
- Protests and arrests spread across major cities
- Nuclear drive serves regime survival but may backfire
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Tehran’s stock market suffered a historic...
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- Progressive Congresswoman rebukes GOP claim on Big Beautiful Bill
- Lawmakers debate SNAP cuts and health insurance losses
- Democrats form conga line to block social safety net cuts
- GOP faces opposition from its own fiscal hawks
- Debate heats up ahead of Independence Day deadline
Background on the Big Beautiful...
- Donald Trump may face a second term slump like past presidents
- Only Grover Cleveland had a nonconsecutive second term
- Past second terms saw scandals, weak policies, and voter frustration
- Trump’s bold plans might defy or repeat these failures
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Many presidents find their second term harder than their first. Voter...
