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Trump-backed tax break a windfall for controversial industry — now GOP senator wants ‘corporate welfare’ cut

Senate Republican Josh Hawley targets opportunity zones tax breaks that tech giants use to build AI data centers, calling the loophole "corporate welfare."

‘Out of control’ killings in Spanberger’s Virginia reach ‘insane’ point as migrant charged in stabbing spree

Virginia Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger faces backlash as ICE lodges a detainer on an illegal immigrant charged with murder in a stabbing spree.

Reporter’s Notebook: House control could hinge on whether the old political rules still apply

Trump's mid-30s approval and high gas prices favor Democrats, but redistricting and turnout questions could keep House races razor-tight.

Ex-Dem insider drops bombshell on where Harris ranked in secret poll for Biden replacements

Lindy Li says Democratic internal polling showed Kamala Harris ranked dead last among potential Biden replacements, behind Pete Buttigieg and others.

Russian spies orchestrated $40K murder plot in nation’s capital, US alleges

Five Russian intelligence operatives allegedly offered $40,000 to a U.S.-based recruit to kill a Kremlin critic believed to live in Washington, D.C.

Canada and the EU are quietly reinforcing NATO’s northern flank

Canada is not turning away from the United States but is reinforcing the northern shield that protects both continents. 

Trump: Thanksgiving deadline for Ukraine to commit to peace plan ‘appropriate’

President Trump indicated he was giving Ukraine until next Thursday to agree to a peace proposal from the U.S. to end the war with Russia. Trump was asked during an appearance on the "Brian Kilmeade Show" on Fox News Radio about reports that the administration was giving Ukraine a deadline to sign off on the...

DHS: Charlotte immigration operation ‘not ending anytime soon’

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said Thursday that its operations in Charlotte, N.C., will not be ending “anytime soon,“ conflicting with reports from local law enforcement who said immigration officials have left the city.  “Operation Charlotte’s Web isn’t ending anytime soon,” DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin wrote in a statement on social platform X....

What’s in Trump plan to end war in Ukraine?

After weeks of stalled talks over Russia’s war on Ukraine, Axios reported this week that Washington and Moscow had quietly hammered out a 28-point proposal to end the war.  U.S. Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll visited Kyiv on Thursday to discuss the plan with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who said he expected a call with President...

RI judge intervenes after ICE wrongfully detains high school Superior Court intern

A teenager was nearly taken into federal immigration custody in Providence Thursday afternoon before a Superior Court judge intervened, according to the Rhode Island Judiciary.

30 years since the Dayton Agreement, the US must reengage in Bosnia

The Dayton Agreement remains one of the most successful U.S. diplomatic achievements of the post-World War II period, but the United States must reassert its support for Bosnia and hold accountable those working against American interests in order to ensure a resilient, reform-driven and Euro-Atlantic-anchored Bosnia.

Trump lifts tariffs on Brazilian beef, coffee

President Trump lifted his administration’s 40 percent tariffs on Brazilian food products on Thursday, marking the latest reversal on a string of tariffs that were imposed on other countries earlier this year. The action removes tariffs from products including coffee, fruit, cocoa, and beef. They were first imposed in July in an effort to punish...

New Coast Guard policy: ‘Divisive or hate symbols and flags are prohibited’

The U.S. Coast Guard on Thursday released a new policy on hateful symbols such as swastikas and nooses after a Washington Post report said the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will classify such symbols as "potentially divisive." The policy "doubles down on its current policies" on banning the display or use of hate symbols by...

Wanna be radical? Make the government work. 

What’s missing is a radicalism from the pragmatic center dedicated to reviving  “can-do” government. 

Live updates: Mamdani goes to Washington; Ukraine reviews US plan to end war with Russia

President Trump on Friday will host New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the White House. Ahead of the meeting, the democratic socialist said he plans to discuss inflation with the president. Here's what to watch for. On the other side of the Atlantic, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that his government is assessing...

Congress considers bill to equip first responders with EpiPens

A bill known as Gio's Law, aimed at providing EpiPens to first responders across the nation, is gaining traction in Congress.

Whole Hog Politics: A high opinion of Death by Lightning 

Opinions are luxury items, so I try not to have more than I can afford. An opinion, of course, is different from a belief, which is itself different from faith. I believe in God. I have faith that I will be admitted to the Kingdom of Heaven. It is my opinion that the designated hitter...

50-year mortgage? Here’s how much you’d end up paying in 20 major cities: report

After seeing how much interest one would pay on an average 50-year mortgage in 20 major U.S. cities, some home buyers might opt for a traditional loan, even if President Trump's proposal becomes law.

Swalwell announces California governor campaign

Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) on Thursday announced his decision to jump into next year‘s race to replace term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), saying, "I’m ready to bring this fight home." Swalwell told, in a conversation with ABC‘s Jimmy Kimmel, said the Golden State "needs a fighter and a protector." "Someone who will bring prices down,...

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