Though Newsom is nobody’s idea of “an expert in the complexities of geopolitics,” we might “expect him to refrain from such aggressive displays of ignorance,” snarks Commentary’s Seth Mandel.
Gas prices hit $3.32 per gallon on Friday, the highest point since September 2024, as the Iran war boosts energy costs and threatens to undermine one of President Trump's favorite economic talking points.
Actor Daryl Hannah sharply condemned her depiction in the John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette-centered “Love Story” TV series, calling it "false" and "textbook misogyny" in a New York Times opinion piece published Friday. “It’s appalling to me that I even have to defend myself against a television show,” Hannah wrote in her op-ed....
The death of El Mencho has created an opportunity to disrupt the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and reduce the flow of fentanyl into the U.S., but only if sustained pressure is applied quickly.
David Lammy, the United Kingdom’s deputy prime minister, raised eyebrows among British politicians on Friday after suggesting there was a “legal basis” for the Royal Air Force to participate in strikes on Iranian missile sites. Lammy argued during an appearance on "BBC Breakfast" that the U.K. may have justification to take defensive action against military...
The Iranian theocratic regime is cracking, and a transition to a constitutional monarchy could provide the Iranian people with freedom and dignity, while also reducing violence in the Middle East.
The Wall Street Journal editorial board praised President Trump’s decision to “finally” replace Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem and called for more changes to immigration enforcement. “While Mr. Trump praised Ms. Noem’s “spectacular results,” there’s no mistaking this move as anything other than a fed-up President cutting loose an aide who made...
Alan Greenspan served as the 13th chair of the Federal Reserve for 18 and a half years, during which time the US experienced the Great Moderation of stability, relatively low inflation, and rising prosperity, though his policies were also blamed for the dot-com bubble and the global financial crisis of 2007-08.
Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of President Trump, celebrated Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s (R) support for the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act on Friday. Paxton, who is challenging incumbent Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) for the GOP nod in the 2026 Texas Senate race, said he would consider “dropping out” if the...
According to Gallup, only 28 percent of Americans trust the media to report the news accurately and fairly, and until the press is willing to apply the same scrutiny to itself that it applies to everyone else, that number is unlikely to increase.
12:30 Report is The Hill's midday newsletter. Subscribe here. 🔎 Plus: DOJ releases more Epstein files related to Trump allegations {beacon} Happy Friday! It’s going to be a beautiful weekend! I hope you enjoy it more than the CEO of McDonald’s enjoyed eating the new Big Arch burger. In today's issue: Trump calls for...
Two North Carolina Republicans signaled support Thursday for a change in leadership at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) if it meant disaster aid would start flowing more quickly to areas in their state hit hard by recent storms. President Trump announced Thursday that he was replacing Kristi Noem as DHS secretary with Sen. Markwayne...
The ex-Marine who was forcibly removed by police from a congressional hearing for protesting Wednesday said the incident made him “only more determined” to continue his candidacy for the U.S. Senate. Brian McGinnis is running as the Green Party candidate in North Carolina’s election to replace outgoing Sen. Thom Tillis (R). The anti-war activist could...
The funeral for civil rights leader the Rev. Jesse Jackson is being held Friday afternoon at the House of Hope in Chicago. The service at 752 E. 114th St. will begin at noon EST, with the doors opening to guests at 10 a.m. Former Presidents Clinton, Obama and Biden are expected to attend the memorial...