WASHINGTON — A landmark Supreme Court decision has delivered a major legal blow to the use of emergency economic authority in trade policy, dramatically reshaping how the federal government...
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Andrej Babis’ ANO party won the most votes in the Czech parliamentary elections.
ANO earned nearly 35% of the vote, translating to 80 out of 200 seats.
The party still needs a coalition partner to form a government.
Babis is set to begin talks with other parties...
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Andrej Babiš has won the Czech Republic parliamentary elections.
He didn’t win an outright majority.
Babiš was prime minister from 2017 to 2021.
His return could shift Czech foreign policy.
He may move closer to pro-Russian countries like Hungary and Slovakia.
Andrej Babiš Election Victory: What It Means...
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A major Supreme Court case could impact conversion therapy laws nationwide.
Kaley Chiles, a Colorado therapist, claims her freedom of speech is at risk.
The case focuses on whether states can ban conversion therapy for minors.
LGBTQ+ rights, kids’ safety, and free speech are all at the...
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The Trump administration approved sending over 100 National Guard troops to Chicago.
A judge in Oregon temporarily blocked Trump from sending federal troops to Portland.
Protests in both cities continue against federal law enforcement actions.
Tensions grow between the White House and Democrat-led cities over public safety.
Why...
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A private GOP call revealed growing tension in Speaker Johnson’s shutdown standoff
Some Republicans want the House back in session to show action
Others back Johnson’s plan, blaming the Senate for delays
The standoff has real effects on workers and federal projects
Lawmakers face pressure as voters...
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• A federal judge halted the National Guard deployment to Chicago for at least 14 days
• Judge April Perry found conflicting evidence on crime levels and local law enforcement views
• The federal government’s claims of a “rebellion” did not match local official reports
• The ruling could reshape federal...
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• New York Attorney General Letitia James faces a swift grand jury indictment.
• The grand jury in Alexandria delivered its decision on its first day.
• Prosecutor Lindsey Halligan led the process chosen by former President Trump.
• Legal experts question the speed and merit of the bank fraud charge.
A...
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President Trump said he earned a perfect score on a cognitive exam.
His claim sparked criticism and disbelief on social media.
Observers note that the test does not provide a numerical score.
The exchange highlights questions about presidential health transparency.
Social Media Reacts to Trump’s Cognitive Exam Score
President...
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House Speaker Mike Johnson says furloughed workers should get back pay.
President Trump argued some workers don’t deserve missed pay.
Johnson cites federal law and long-standing custom on back pay.
Back pay has become a bargaining chip in shutdown talks.
Mike Johnson Stands Firm on Back Pay
House Speaker...
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President Trump announced a “first phase” peace deal to end the war between Israel and Hamas.
The 20-point plan calls for Hamas to free all hostages and Israel to pull its troops out of Gaza.
Liberal analyst Cenk Uygur doubts Israel will really leave Gaza and called...
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Political division in the U.S. is growing deeper every year.
Many Americans now see opposing parties as threats, not just rivals.
This creates fear, anger, and even violence between citizens.
Strong political polarization weakens democracy and trust in one another.
Understanding Political Polarization in the U.S.
Political polarization is...
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President Donald Trump announced cuts to Democrat-supported programs during a government shutdown.
The shutdown has reached day nine without a resolution in sight.
Trump said the cuts will only target popular Democratic initiatives.
The move may escalate partisan tensions and prolong the budget standoff.
Millions of Americans...
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Marjorie Taylor Greene was initially seen as a fringe political figure.
Over time, she built strong influence inside the Republican Party.
Her bold views drew both criticism and strong support.
Greene’s rise reveals deeper divisions in today’s U.S. politics.
The surprising rise of Marjorie Taylor Greene
When Marjorie Taylor...
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Speaker Mike Johnson says "no" to a separate vote guaranteeing military pay during a shutdown.
He believes the House already addressed this by passing a temporary funding bill.
If no deal is reached, service members could miss paychecks soon.
Government shutdowns affect millions, including the armed forces.
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Senate Republicans stopped a vote limiting Trump’s military actions at sea.
The resolution aimed to prevent military force without Congress approval.
The vote was 51-48, split mostly by political party.
Military action in the Caribbean has raised legal questions.
This debate highlights ongoing tension over presidential war...
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Marjorie Taylor Greene used to be a strong supporter of Donald Trump.
Many Republican leaders now see her as a problem, not a partner.
Her actions have divided her from both the MAGA base and GOP.
Some believe she no longer has the political power she once...
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Virginia Democrat Jay Jones sent violent texts about a political rival in 2022.
The texts mentioned wanting Todd Gilbert and his family dead.
Jones was a state legislator when he sent the messages.
The messages resurfaced as he runs for Attorney General in Virginia.
Jay Jones' Controversial Past...
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France’s new government quit just hours after being formed.
Sebastien Lecornu had just announced his cabinet before stepping down.
Political tensions made it impossible to govern, Lecornu said.
The surprise move caused both French stocks and the euro to drop sharply.
This is now the shortest government...
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American democracy is facing rising distrust and political tension.
Some fear the country may be headed toward serious unrest.
History shows the U.S. has faced—and recovered from—similar chaos.
The 1920s offer a surprising lesson in how democracy can rebound.
How does America deal with political chaos?
The word “democracy”...
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The government shutdown is entering its second week with no signs of a resolution.
Both parties remain firmly divided, stalling efforts to end the shutdown.
Military families may soon feel the impact, with missed paychecks as early as October 15.
Rank-and-file senators are trying to find middle...
