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Dems’ ruthless purge of Haley Stevens and more: Letters to the Editor — Nov. 8, 2026

The Democrats’ “big tent” isn’t a broad coalition — it’s nothing more than a...

Democrats’ dubious plans to deliver on their ‘affordability’ vows

America spoke loud and clear on Nov. 3: Voters want cheaper gas and groceries...

Navarro: ‘We’re quadrupling down on tariffs’

Peter Navarro, a top White House trade adviser, said the administration will lean into its tariff strategy even more after the GOP midterm bloodbath: "We are quadrupling down on tariffs."

DeSantis denies report he’s planning 2028 presidential campaign

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday said he hasn't put gears in motion for a 2028 presidential run after his party's midterm drubbing.

Trump says two banks rejected him because of his conservative leanings

President Trump said two American banks once refused to accept him as a customer, making his comment Tuesday as he prepares an executive order that would punish such institutions for discrimination against conservatives.

House Oversight Committee subpoenas the Clintons for its Epstein investigation

A House committee on Tuesday issued subpoenas to former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton that compel them to answer questions from investigators in an expanding congressional probe that seeks to uncover who was involved in Jeffrey Epstein's sex-trafficking ring.

Justice Department names and shames sanctuary jurisdictions

The Justice Department named and shamed sanctuary jurisdictions Tuesday, publishing its first list of 12 states, four counties and 19 cities it said try to thwart migrant deportations.

Texas and California joust for political advantage, with Trump’s agenda and House majority in play

The nation's two most populous states - California and Texas - grappled for political advantage in advance of 2026 elections that could reorder the balance of power in Washington and threaten President Donald Trump's agenda at the midpoint of his second term.

MTG asks Trump to pardon former GOP Rep. George Santos

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is asking President Trump to pardon former Republican Rep. George Santos, who began his seven-year prison sentence on fraud charges last month.

Trump says he’ll raise tariffs on EU if it doesn’t invest $600 billion in U.S.

President Trump warned the European Union on Tuesday that he will ramp up U.S. tariffs on its exports if the 27-nation bloc doesn't follow through on its promise to invest $600 billion in the U.S.

Illegal immigrant Chinese national tried stealing sensitive AI microchips, DOJ says

Justice Department charges two Chinese nationals, including illegal alien, with violating export laws by shipping sensitive AI microchips to China.

FBI urged to locate or arrest Texas Democrats who fled state to stall redistricting vote

Sen. Cornyn requests federal investigation into Texas House members who left state to avoid legislative duties, citing potential bribery and criminal acts.

Gargantuan ‘bird cemeteries’ in Burgum’s crosshairs as DOI looks to curb green wind projects

New Interior Department order scrutinizes massive wind and solar energy projects that Trump calls "bird cemeteries" for their environmental impact and reliability.

US crime dropped widely in 2024, FBI says — with some notable caveats

U.S. crime rates declined significantly across major categories in 2024 according to FBI data, with property crime down 8% and motor vehicle theft dropping 18% from 2023.

Democrats’ chair vows to fight ‘tooth and nail’ to stop Trump, Republicans, in redistricting battle

Democratic Party leaders pledge aggressive response to Republican redistricting push ahead of 2026 midterms as both parties battle for House control.

Key aide in IRS’ Tea Party targeting controversy put on leave after allegations of new anti-GOP effort

Former Lois Lerner deputy Holly Paz put on administrative leave as Republicans raise concerns about IRS targeting of pass-through entities and Main Street businesses.

Ghislaine Maxwell opposes court unsealing her grand jury transcripts

Maxwell's attorneys wrote in court papers that the unsealing would jeopardize her appeal to the Supreme Court, arguing against releasing the jury transcripts.

Replace cops with social workers, ‘transit ambassadors’ on some 911 calls: Mamdani

Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani defends public safety plan calling for mental health teams, other civilians to handle certain 911 calls as alternative to hiring more NYPD officers.

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