We all have our childhood Christmas memories. I think of dad reading ’Twas the Night Before Christmas and the nativity story from our massive family Bible. My wife always recalls gathering with her dozens of cousins. My children will always remember when our two dogs murdered a raccoon on the back deck before sunrise. She […]
The United States has removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism as the Trump administration seeks to shape an emerging new order in the Middle East. But in its eagerness to seize that opportunity, it may have surrendered its leverage prematurely. On Monday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Syria’s designation […]
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed took a swipe at President Trump over a post the president made targeting El-Sayed and his wife. In a post Saturday on Truth Social, Trump posted a photo of himself and his wife, first lady Melania Trump, and another photo of El-Sayed and his wife. Text above the two...
Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) on Sunday said allegations against GOP Rep. Max Miller (Ohio) are “deeply troubling” and said the lawmaker should ultimately resign if the accusations of abuse raised against him are true. “I live in Indiana. This is a race in northern Ohio and the other part of the state. I don't know...
Former Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Sunday said Iran is being “emboldened” by the ongoing conflict in the region as President Trump keeps reneging on large-scale threats involving attacks on Tehran. “Clearly the Iranians have figured this out. They are not reacting to these threats, and they are taking very strategic positions with regard to...
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed reflected on a call he had with former President Obama after a primary win in an interview that aired on Sunday. He described the conversation as “warm” and “inspiring.” “I like to keep private conversations private. But it was a really warm and inspiring conversation. I've got to be...
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) on Sunday declined to endorse Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist vying for the party nomination in the Wisconsin governor’s race. “I haven't endorsed in that race. My focus has been in winning back the Congress, winning back the House, and positioning ourselves to have the best chance possible to win the Senate,”...
The author argues that while the Supreme Court recently affirmed presidential authority over independent agencies in Trump v. Slaughter, its conflicting decision in Trump v. Cook protects the Federal Reserve's autonomy, potentially undermining democratic accountability in policymaking.
National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett on Sunday expressed concern about continued high fuel prices amid the ongoing conflict with Iran. “Now, prices are still higher than we would like, but we've taken a lot of steps so that when the Gulf situation is resolved, then we can expect prices to go way, way down...
New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) on Sunday shared support for progressives in the Democratic Party, backing their ability to answer to “no master.” “I think when I see so many of these incredible insurgent candidates that are running today –– that's part of what makes me so proud of them –– is that they...
Flock Safety, a surveillance equipment company, says it partners with more than 5,000 law enforcement agency partners across 6,000 communities. Is your city one of them?
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday rejected President Trump’s plans to disarm Hamas and establish a Palestinian government in Gaza. “I have heard people saying: 'You didn't say it.' So here I am saying it again: Israel does not accept the 15-point document. The IDF [Israeli Defense Forces] will not carry out any withdrawal...
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) said Saturday on her Instagram story that she is freezing her eggs. “Usually, I keep my private life quite private, but I have made the decision to start freezing my eggs, and I want to share that with anyone who is — and I want to share this because I was...
With the nation reaching the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Linda Gustitus reflects on how the Watergate scandal led to critical congressional reforms designed to prevent presidential abuse of power.
