Britain taught the world what freedom means. But often these days I look across the pond at the United States and think you guys might be onto something.
“Not a single federal dollar goes to providing health insurance for undocumented immigrants. NOT. ONE. PENNY.” These were the words of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) in a recent X post, after Republicans accused Democrats of shutting down the government in order to keep funding Medicaid for illegal immigrants. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) echoed this […]
President Trump on Sunday called this weekend’s “No Kings” demonstrations against him a “joke” and rejected suggestions that he is acting like a monarch. “I'm not a king. I work my ass off to make our country great. That's all it is. I'm not a king at all,” Trump told reporters on Air Force One...
Ford has issued a recall notice for more than 291,000 vehicles over a potential issue with the rearview camera causing the image to be displayed improperly in certain lighting conditions. The recall notice said the issue with the 360-degree view camera system may reduce the driver’s view behind the car, increasing the risk of a...
States are warning SNAP recipients their eligibility for food assistance could change as a November deadline to comply with the One Big Beautiful Bill approaches.
President Trump on Monday is set to address Israel’s legislature, the Knesset, and attend a Middle East peace ceremony in Egypt following a potential deal between Israel and Hamas to end the war in Gaza. Trump’s Knesset address is set for 11:00 a.m. local time, a little under two hours after he is expected to...
The Trump administration reversed layoff notices for some Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) staff after over 1,000 employees were notified of layoffs amid the current government shutdown, according to multiple reports. Multiple sources familiar with the matter told news outlets including The New York Times and Washington Post that those who were notified...
The Trump administration reversed layoff notices for some Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) staff after over 1,000 employees were notified of layoffs amid the current government shutdown, according to multiple reports. Multiple sources familiar with the matter told several news outlets including The New York Times and Washington Post that those who were...
Using tariffs as a blunt instrument of global domination actually does substantial damage to America’s international reputation, national interests and economy, as well as to its manufacturers, retailers and consumers.
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich (R-Ga.) praised President Trump for being "willing to take the heat" after thousands of furloughed federal employees were laid off during the government shutdown. "What's fascinating, if you watch, Trump has now begun to systematically lay off people permanently," Gingrich said Sunday on the “Cats Roundtable” radio show hosted by John...
Where the federal government is pulling back, churches are looking to step up. Amid the Trump administration's funding cuts and the ongoing government shutdown, houses of worship have felt a responsibility to step up services for students, immigrants and others who are struggling. From increases in anti-hunger initiatives to programs for federal workers who...
House GOP leaders are facing increasing pressure to bring the chamber back to Washington amid a shutdown fight with no end in sight. A growing number of GOP lawmakers are voicing frustrations with their leadership for prolonging the House recess, warning that the optics surrounding that inactivity could backfire on the party to the benefit...
The Rafah crossing will reopen to allow passage between Gaza and Egypt following Israel and Hamas's agreement to a peace deal and the first phase of a ceasefire. A European Union Border Assistance Missions (EUBAM) monitoring mission will resume its duties, according to a statement from Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto on Friday. The crossing will reopen...
New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani (D) described the indictment of New York Attorney General Letitia James as political retribution, which he added is the "only thing" President Trump can deliver on. "Look, I think we've seen, whether it be with [former FBI Director] James Comey, whether it be with Attorney General James, that...
Demonstrators will once again take to the streets for "No Kings Day," a nationwide series of protests against the Trump administration, on Oct. 18. While protests against President Trump have not been uncommon since his first term, "No Kings Day" kicked off on June 14. These gatherings were organized in response to the U.S. Army's...
More than 4,000 federal employees across several departments were laid off on Friday as the government shutdown stretched into the weekend, with no new deal between Democrats and Republicans in sight. Details found in a Department of Justice (DOJ) court filing list the number of layoffs per department or agency. The most significant number of...
Virginia Democrats are defending gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger’s handling of a text scandal that has rocked the commonwealth less than a month out from the elections. Over the weekend, the governor’s race was roiled by news that Democratic attorney general nominee Jay Jones had sent text messages expressing violence toward former Virginia House Speaker Todd...
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) said on Saturday that he will not be "intimidated" or "deterred" by President Trump's perceived retribution threats, as a growing number of officials on the commander in chief's perceived enemies list face charges. The California Democrat, both a frequent critic of the president and target of his ire, said in a...
