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How Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade puts Iran’s military on the ropes

Everything in US Central Command’s plan leading up to this point has been about ensuring the US controls the narrow, strategically vital sea passage.

Gov. Brian Kemp’s big tent pitch for a fractured Republican Party

Gov. Brian Kemp’s big tent pitch for a fractured Republican Party lead image

Johnson gets reinforcements as GOP swears in new member — but the edge could shrink within days

GOP Rep.-elect Clay Fuller of Georgia is expected to be sworn in Tuesday, providing key relief for Speaker Johnson's razor-thin House majority.

Swalwell’s former Dem rival unloads on his ‘lightweight’ career as sexual assault allegations emerge

Andrew Yang slams Eric Swalwell's political career after the California congressman suspends his gubernatorial campaign amid misconduct allegations.

PNC steps up for Pittsburgh’s NFL draft

PITTSBURGH — Despite having moved away for nearly 20 years, when you’ve called Pittsburgh home for any length of time, two things often happen: You want to come back to raise your children, and you want to be part of something, big or small, that makes it better. Bill Demchak wanted to do both, and […]

Orbán’s Total Defeat

In a warning to Donald Trump, the Hungarian prime minister’s loss shows the danger of governing just to please one’s base.

Eric Swalwell Slinks Out of the California Governor’s Race

Democratic Representative Eric Swalwell suspends his campaign for governor of California, but he deserves a lot worse.

At Last! A Fair Shake for Terri Schiavo’s Brother in the New York Times

One can disagree with Bobby Schindler, but it’s striking to see him finally treated with fairness and respect in the New York Times.

The simple tax habit that could save you thousands over your lifetime

Filing your taxes early can mean faster refunds, fewer errors and better fraud protection, according to Jackson Hewitt's chief tax officer Mark Steber.

Lawmakers put expulsion threats atop House agenda as return sets up high-stakes week

Multiple members of Congress are expected to face potential expulsion votes this week amid allegations of sexual assault, ethics violations and financial misconduct.

The Hormuz Crisis

Free navigation of the strait should be nonnegotiable.

This Day in Liberal Judicial Activism—April 13

2001—Judge Rosemary Barkett issues a solo dissent from the Eleventh Circuit’s denial of rehearing en banc of a panel decision in Chandler v. Siegelman. The panel, setting...

Lawsuit Abuse Is the Hidden Tax Washington Ignores

The good news is that states are beginning to respond.

Trump family deal spree could open door for future presidents to profit from office

For decades, presidents avoided even the appearance of profiting from their office.

Pope Leo says he’s unafraid of the Trump admin after president calls him ‘terrible’ on foreign policy

Pope Leo XIV fires back at President Trump, saying his calls for peace are rooted in the Gospel and should not be treated as a political argument.

Melania Trump’s Epstein remarks turn up the heat on DOJ, Acting AG Todd Blanche to do more

Melania Trump's appeal for Congress to hear from Jeffrey Epstein survivors is adding pressure on the DOJ and its new acting director as lawmakers and alleged victims demand more action.

US military conducts more deadly strikes against vessels of alleged ‘narco-terrorists’

SOUTHCOM says two deadly strikes targeted vessels on known narcotrafficking routes in the Eastern Pacific, killing five alleged narcoterrorists.

Snubbed by Trump, GOP candidates fighting for re-election act like they have his backing anyway

Republican incumbents facing primary challenges are leaning into Trump imagery in campaign ads, even when the president has endorsed their rivals.

The AI you use every day is biased — and it’s quietly shaping your worldview, new report says

AI models show a center-left ideological bias across the spectrum, according to an America First Policy Institute report on AI transparency and safety.

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