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Trump says his feelings about NATO changed after summit

President Trump said he left the NATO summit feeling differently about the alliance than when he arrived, after countries showed their appreciation for the U.S.

Strong civics education curbs polarization in America

As America grapples with escalating polarization, encouraging signs point toward genuine civic renewal. Philadelphia’s Jack Miller Center, a leading nonprofit group fostering informed citizenship, just released its 2024 annual report. Its findings offer a comforting alternative to the week’s headlines, most notably the meteoric rise of New York City’s self-described socialist mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.  […]

Tim Kaine’s startling naivety on Iran

A striking graphic circulated on social media Tuesday night, illustrating the path of the Butler assassin’s bullet (for the definitive word on that story, consider Salena Zito’s new book). It shows two scenarios: one in which President Donald Trump’s head turns at the last second, captioned “Iran’s nuclear program obliterated,” and another in which the […]

Volunteer firefighters are the backbone of our communities and their ranks are dwindling

MEYERSDALE, PA — Outside of the Meyersdale Volunteer Fire Department facility along Main Street in this Somerset County town, primarily known for its famous maple syrup, the annual festival and its proximately to the Great Allegheny Passage trail, sits a weathered monument to the men and women who volunteer to serve and protect the community. […]

The shortest world war of all time 

President Donald Trump announced the end of the “12 Day War” between Israel and Iran on Monday. Both countries flirted with the agreed-upon ceasefire deadline, prompting some colorful language from the president. But, at least for now, the war is over. Despite reports by CNN and the New York Times citing unnamed sources claiming dubiously that the 360,000 […]

NATO chief clarifies Trump comments: ‘I didn’t call him daddy’

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte clarified his comment where he referred to President Trump as "daddy", stating that he meant it in the sense that some European countries ask the US to stay with them, and not as an actual nickname.

Man who spent 27 years in prison going home after murder conviction overturned: ‘I’m innocent’

Benjamin Cole has maintained his innocence since his conviction. Now, he's returning home.

Bondi, Merkley tussle over Trump meme coin dinner 

Attorney General Pam Bondi tussled with Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) on Wednesday as he pressed the head of the Department of Justice (DOJ) over foreign influence concerns related to President Trump’s meme coin dinner.   Merkley has repeatedly voiced concerns about Trump’s involvement in the crypto space, including the dinner the president hosted for the...

Flight diverted to Las Vegas over smoking engine

An American Airlines flight was diverted to Las Vegas due to a smoking engine on Wednesday. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said in a statement obtained by The Hill’s sister network NewsNation that an American Airlines flight "returned safely" to Harry Reid International Airport early Wednesday morning Pacific time after "an engine issue" was reported....

Stephen Miller takes shot at NYC after Mamdani upset

White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller tore into the city of New York on Wednesday after Zohran Mamdani pulled off a major upset in its Democratic mayoral primary, emerging with a commanding lead over former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who conceded late Tuesday. Mamdani, a 33-year-old member of the Democratic Socialists of...

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