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AP reported that recent Missouri measures on abortion rights and marijuana passed with 53% or less, and would not have...
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A jury cleared Peter Stinson of threatening to kill the former president.
The case focused on social media posts spanning five years.
Defense argued the posts were exaggerated and not real threats.
A magistrate judge had released Stinson on bail before trial.
Jurors reached a verdict in...
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Most Americans expect the government shutdown to hurt them personally.
77% believe the shutdown will damage the country.
Nearly half blame Trump and Republicans for the shutdown.
President Trump’s approval rating has fallen to its lowest since 2018.
Strong majority want GOP to compromise and reopen the...
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• A new report claims President Biden’s autopen pardons are illegal.
• Democrats point to Trump’s pardons for January 6 rioters.
• Autopen pardons have a long history and mixed legal views.
• The fight raises questions about presidential power and procedures.
• Lawmakers debate investigations and possible prosecutions.
A fight over autopen...
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Trump is losing support from young men in his base.
He hasn’t cut living costs as promised.
His handling of Epstein’s files upset many.
Future voters will judge Trump’s second term.
Pollster John Della Volpe warns that President Trump is on shaky ground with young men. These voters...
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• President Trump’s approval in the 30s masks a solid 90 percent GOP base.
• Talk of a third term flags weakness, not power.
• Trump polling shows a steep drop with independents and Democrats.
• Strong Republican loyalty shields him from lame-duck status—for now.
President Trump’s popularity has sunk into the...
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Donald Trump delivered a strange monologue about Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
He praised Modi’s looks, then called him “a killer.”
Trump attempted an exaggerated Indian accent impersonation.
He claimed credit for ending India-Pakistan hostilities with tariffs.
Indian officials denied his mediation role and quietly dismissed his narrative.
Trump...
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Jonah Goldberg warns that Trump’s use of emergency powers echoes Caesar’s unchecked rule.
The International Emergency Economic Powers Act was meant for real national crises.
Trump used these powers to impose tariffs on Brazil and Canada.
Congressional Republicans weakened oversight, giving up key checks on presidential power.
Understanding...
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Rising fears of a rigged election threaten U.S. democracy.
New voting laws could block millions of legal ballots.
Hungary’s “illiberal democracy” offers a warning.
Pro-voter groups are expanding access and fighting back.
Every citizen can help protect the vote in 2026.
Could a Rigged Election Shift America by...
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• President Trump acknowledged he cannot seek a third term under the 22nd Amendment.
• He boasted about the strong economy and his best poll numbers.
• He hinted at unspecified plans for 2028 despite the constitutional ban.
• Allies explored a vice president route, but Trump called it too cute.
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President Trump abruptly removed the entire six-member Fine Arts Commission overseeing his ballroom arch project.
The Fine Arts Commission would have reviewed the design of a Trump-branded arch in Washington.
A new board “aligned with America First” plans to replace the fired Fine Arts Commission.
Political figures...
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Trump’s tariffs have divided Senate Republicans.
Senator Tommy Tuberville backs the president’s trade moves.
Senator Steve Daines values strong U.S.-Canada ties despite tensions.
Senator Rand Paul attacks the use of emergency powers for tariffs.
Senator Thom Tillis warns about the Brazil tariff’s impact.
Why Trump Tariffs Spark Debate
President...
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The Hardin County GOP chair shared an AI video showing the Obamas as grinning apes.
She removed the video and issued an apology soon after.
This incident highlights ongoing Kentucky GOP racism concerns.
Local GOP leaders have pushed anti-DEI bills and made sexist, racist comments.
Many call...
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A former judge warns that talk of Trump’s third term breaks the Constitution.
Within months of regaining office, Trump allies pushed the idea of a third term.
The 22nd Amendment clearly bans more than two elected terms.
Some Republicans back the idea out of fear or support...
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Former U.S. Attorney Alina Habba lost a court bid and has now appealed.
Legal expert Kristy Greenberg calls Alina Habba “wildly unqualified” and worse than the Jets.
The appeal outcome could reshape how U.S. attorneys get approved.
Trump-appointed lawyers like Lindsey Halligan may see their cases dropped...
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House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries says President Trump is missing in action during the government shutdown.
Senate Democrats demand talks on restoring expiring health care subsidies.
Republicans refuse to negotiate unless Democrats vote to reopen the government.
Trump redirected funds to an Argentina bailout and White House...
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Senator JD Vance faced tough questions over the beef imports plan.
GOP senators warned the move insults American farmers and ranchers.
Trump aims to lower beef prices and support Argentina’s new leader.
Ranchers fear job losses from sudden competition.
Beef Imports Ignite Senate Showdown
Senate Republicans erupted when Vice...
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A warning memo flagged a shakedown scheme during the Trump transition, but Trump ignored it.
Secret meetings on a yacht discussed picks like Matt Gaetz for top jobs.
Names like Kristi Noem and Sean Duffy faced strong pushback from some aides.
The memo urged Trump to cut...
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• Republicans aim to force Democrats to drop health care subsidies, critics say
• Mike Johnson admits the GOP can’t end the shutdown without help
• Democrats use the shutdown to defend Medicaid from proposed cuts
• Analyst Brian Tyler Cohen calls it a scheme to kill the Affordable Care Act
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A fiery social media clash erupted between Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and activist Riley Gaines.
Riley Gaines criticized Democrats at a New York rally, prompting AOC’s sharp reply.
Senator Tommy Tuberville joined the feud, defending Gaines and attacking AOC.
The incident took place during a rally for Zohran...
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U.S. District Judge Waverly Crenshaw sharply criticized inaccurate statements by Trump officials.
Attorney General Pam Bondi and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem described immigrant Kilmar Abrego Garcia with harsh labels.
Court rules forbid government employees from commenting on evidence or cases before them.
The judge found their remarks...
