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Democrats still have a math problem in governor’s race, even after Swalwell’s exit

Swalwell's that ends well. Or maybe not, for California Democrats.

Democrats hurt all women by covering up for Swalwell until now

What happened to Eric Swalwell, who suspended his campaign for California on Sunday, was...

Swalwell suspends California gubernatorial bid amid sexual assault allegations

Rep. Eric Swalwell suspended his campaign for California governor Sunday night, bowing to mounting pressure from Democratic leaders after a wave of sexual assault and misconduct allegations from multiple women threatened to end his political career.

Oil prices surge above $100 as US Navy to blockade Iran’s ports after peace talks fail

Oil futures were at over $100 per barrel in the wake of President Trump’s announcement that the U.S. military would start blockading ships looking to enter the Strait of Hormuz. Prices of U.S. benchmark West Texas Intermediate crude hovered just above $104 per barrel late Sunday night, with Brent crude oil, the international benchmark, prices...

US military says 5 killed in Eastern Pacific boat strikes

The U.S. military said Sunday that five people were killed in boat strikes in the Eastern Pacific, stating that “intelligence confirmed the vessels were transiting along known narco-trafficking routes in the” region. “On April 11, at the direction of #SOUTHCOM commander Gen. Francis L. Donovan, Joint Task Force Southern Spear conducted two lethal kinetic strikes...

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel tells NBC News that he will not step down

Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel told NBC News' Meet the Press that he would not step down in his first interview with a U.S. network, a portion of which was broadcast Thursday.

Mamdani concedes free bus pledge won’t be fulfilled this year

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani acknowledged that his signature campaign promise to make city buses free is not coming to fruition this year, citing funding obstacles and ongoing negotiations with Albany.

Trump administration proposes gutting rules targeting coal plant ash that threatens groundwater

The Trump administration on Thursday proposed weakening rules for the disposal of ash produced by burning coal that can contain hazardous heavy metals and contaminate groundwater. Those regulations were strengthened under the Biden administration as part of a wider crackdown on pollution from coal-fired power plants.

Venezuelan lawmakers approve sweeping mining bill to lure foreign investors

Venezuelan lawmakers on Thursday approved a bill to regulate the country's mining as it seeks to attract leery foreign investors to a once-private industry that has long been exploited by criminal groups believed to have ties to the government.

Louisiana GOP tries to eliminate an elected office won by an exonerated man

A man imprisoned for nearly 30 years before being exonerated won a landmark election in New Orleans promising to fix a judicial system that failed him. Now, Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry and the GOP-controlled Legislature are racing to eliminate his job before he can be sworn in.

Trump blasts Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens and Alex Jones over Iran opposition

President Trump on Thursday unleashed a lengthy personal attack on four conservative media figures who have broken with him over his Iran policy, calling Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens and Alex Jones "stupid people" with "low IQs" in a post on Truth Social.

Democratic presidential prospects flock to New York to court activists at Al Sharpton’s conference

On the road to 2028, the Democratic Party's leading presidential prospects are warning African Americans that President Donald Trump is actively working to undermine their right to vote in 2026.

Melania Trump’s forceful Epstein denial draws bipartisan support from lawmakers

First lady Melania Trump denounced allegations tying her to Jeffrey Epstein, prompting bipartisan calls for congressional hearings and accountability.

Senate Dem accuses Trump of being ‘unfit for office,’ joins growing call to impeach, oust president

Sen. Andy Kim, D-N.J., said that President Donald Trump should be removed over the Iran war, citing the 25th Amendment and impeachment as Democrats escalate calls to oust the president.

Unearthed clip exposes shocking claim by Newsom’s wife about inmates at violent California prison

California First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom is drawing heat after an old clip resurfaced showing her suggesting San Quentin inmates may have committed crimes by "accident."

Biden-appointed judge at center of repeated clashes with Trump administration issues new immigration block

Biden-appointed Judge Brian Murphy blocked the deportation of thousands of Ethiopian migrants, finding DHS did not follow proper protocols to cancel their temporary protected status.

The enduring influence of Al Sharpton

PILGRIMAGE: The biggest names in politics are flying in from around the country to meet the Rev. Al Sharpton. Governors Wes Moore from Maryland...

Allow Euthanasia for the Mentally Ill or They Will Commit Suicide

How about trying to prevent these deaths instead of facilitating them?

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