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Murkowski vs Trump: Senator sides with Democrats on Iran after series of breaks with president

Sen. Lisa Murkowski helped Democrats challenge Trump's Iran war powers, highlighting her independent streak in the Republican-led Senate.

Bishop Barron slams ‘borderline communists’ Sanders, Mamdani ahead of Trump prayer event: ‘Economy that kills’

Bishop Robert Barron slams borderline communists in the Democratic Party, warning that the extreme leftward shift poses a danger to American society.

How our schools’ foolishness is courting ‘civilizational failure’

Our children aren’t learning to read — first because we’ve forgotten how to teach...

‘Taking a Chance on You’: Judge Had Admitted Risk of Letting Boston Parkway Shooter Off with Light Sentence

Police and probation officers recommended a harsher sentence, but Judge Sanders defied them, citing...

House set to vote on amended housing bill next week

The House is moving forward with a vote on amended housing legislation next week amid White House pressure to pass the Senate version as is.

Trump housing finance chief OKs more mortgage spending and adds risk for government-backed lenders

President Trump's federal housing finance director, Bill Pulte, quietly granted government-backed lenders the authority to nearly double a $200 billion bond purchase that Trump ordered to try to lower mortgage rates, a move that could introduce a new level of risk for the companies.

How the old and new U.S. defense strategies differ on traditional priorities

The new U.S. National Defense Strategy released by President Trump's administration is the first since 2022 and contrasts with its predecessor, issued under former President Joe Biden. Here's a look at how the two Pentagon strategies address some of the traditional concerns of U.S. security policy.

How a court win could help the Democrats pick up a House seat in New York

A judge's decision to toss out the boundaries of the only Republican-held congressional district in New York City could help Democrats notch a win in the national redistricting wars - but for now, the outcome remains uncertain.

Trump warns Canada of 100% tariffs if it becomes China’s ‘drop off port’ with new potential trade deal

Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Canada if it becomes a "drop off port" for China, warning the deal would destroy Canadian businesses and way of life.

Trump takes aim at Senate ‘blue slip’ tradition as GOP resists change

President Donald Trump battles Senate Republicans over the blue slip tradition that gives home state senators power to block judicial nominees.

This Day in Liberal Judicial Activism—January 24

1990—President George H.W. Bush nominates New Hampshire supreme court justice David Hackett Souter to a seat on the First Circuit. In a tragic blunder,...

The U.S. Should Try to Stop Britain’s Chagos Islands Handover

Keir Starmer has made a mess of things.

Gavin Newsom’s Big Ambulance Scam

California is inflating ambulance service reimbursements to get more federal taxpayer dollars. Congress can end this swindle.

The Root of Trump’s Immigration-Enforcement Image Problem

The administration can’t seem to distinguish between law enforcement and national security.

California’s Youngest Assemblyman Wants to Save the Golden State

A self-described budget hawk with policy proposals to ‘combat crazy,’ Tangipa represents a new generation of conservatives.

House candidate predicts historic rise of ‘new generation’ in Congress as parties target key demographic

After making historic inroads with Hispanic voters, the Republican Party is going all in on winning the Latino vote in hopes of retaining its majority this midterm election.

Cruz back in Texas after photo of him boarding plane sparks backlash ahead of winter storm

Sen. Ted Cruz returned to Texas after a photo went viral earlier this week of him boarding a plane, sparking online scrutiny as the state braces for a potentially historic winter storm.

Johnson warns House Republicans to ‘stay healthy’ as GOP majority shrinks to the edge

House Speaker Mike Johnson faces mounting pressure as Republican majority shrinks to just 218-213 after recent departures, forcing strict attendance rules.

Navy Under Secretary Hung Cao says personnel discharged over vaccine mandate were ‘failed’

The Navy announced an apology and a path to reinstatement for service members discharged over the COVID-19 vaccine mandate as the Pentagon moves to review and correct past separations.

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