Politics
Wasserman Schultz Candidacy in Redrawn District Deepens Democratic Divisions
Democratic rifts widen as Wasserman Schultz seeks a newly drawn, majority-Black district after her previous seat was eliminated by Republicans.
Politics
The New Influencers of Congress: Freshmen Build Digital Empires in the Shadow of Party Leaders
Freshman lawmakers amass significant social media followings this term, challenging the dominance of established party leaders in the digital arena.
Technology
House Lawmakers Travel to Vatican for AI Talks and Audience With Pope Leo XIV
A bipartisan House delegation met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss artificial intelligence, continuing the Church’s focus on the technology.
Politics
Sanders Deflects Blame for Hong Loss, Cites Limited Resources in Wisconsin Race
Bernie Sanders responds to progressive criticism over his absence in Wisconsin, citing limited resources and an inability to endorse every candidate.
Politics
Trump Allies Float Candidates to Replace Press Secretary Leavitt, No Clear Front-Runner Emerges
Administration insiders and MAGA figures are floated as potential successors to Karoline Leavitt, but no obvious heir apparent has emerged.
Politics
Trump-Aligned Board Votes to Rename Kennedy Center, Approves Two-Year Shutdown
Board votes to affix Trump’s name to the Kennedy Center and approves a plan to close the institution for two years.
Politics
Senate Bipartisan Probe Targets Roblox Over Child Safety and Online Exploitation Fears
Senators Hawley and Durbin launch a bipartisan investigation into Roblox, examining child safety protocols and the platform's handling of predatory behavior.
World
Beshear Says Trump Administration Left Him Unbriefed on Kentucky Data Center Plan
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear says the Trump administration did not brief him on a major data center project announcement, complicating his response to local opposition.
Politics
Senate-Passed Funding Bill Gains Foothold in House as Shutdown Deadline Looms
House lawmakers signal support for Senate stopgap measure after advancing their own spending bill prior to recess.
Politics
Boats, Border Pay, and Overtime: Tax Break Proposals Flood Congress
Lawmakers propose numerous tax cuts for boats, overtime, and border agents following new federal deductions for tips.
Crowley Seeks to Rebuild Wisconsin Coalition by Targeting ‘MAGA Extremism’ Post-Primary
David Crowley outlines a general election strategy focused on countering extremism while declining to campaign with far-left surrogates.
Progressive Leaders Wary of California Tax on Billionaires, Exposing Left’s Political Fault Lines
National progressive figures have not fully endorsed a California ballot measure taxing billionaires, revealing strategic divisions within the left.
The New Influencers of Congress: Freshmen Build Digital Empires in the Shadow of Party Leaders
Freshman lawmakers amass significant social media followings this term, challenging the dominance of established party leaders in the digital arena.
Sanders Deflects Blame for Hong Loss, Cites Limited Resources in Wisconsin Race
Bernie Sanders responds to progressive criticism over his absence in Wisconsin, citing limited resources and an inability to endorse every candidate.
Beshear Says Trump Administration Left Him Unbriefed on Kentucky Data Center Plan
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear says the Trump administration did not brief him on a major data center project announcement, complicating his response to local opposition.
GOP Lawmakers Warn Pentagon’s Snub of Democrats Could Jeopardize Record Defense Budget
Republican senators are pressing the Pentagon to adjust its outreach strategy, fearing that alienating Democratic votes could sink a historic defense spending package.
Trump’s Mineral Strategy Bolsters Defense and Data Centers, But Gives EV Industry a Surprise Lift
The Trump administration’s mineral agenda is set to boost defense technology and data centers, while inadvertently providing significant support for electric vehicle manufacturers.
Hegseth’s Push for Massive Defense Budget Stalls as Senate Republicans Balk
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fails to secure Republican support for his proposed budget increase as senators leave Washington without a deal.
U.S. Adds 187,000 Jobs in August as Labor Market Shows Resilience Despite Rising Unemployment
The unemployment rate rose to 3.8 percent in August, the highest since February 2022, though still historically low.
Biden Touts Economic Gains in Philadelphia, but New Poll Shows Voters Unmoved
A new poll finds widespread disapproval of President Biden’s economic record despite his Labor Day push in Philadelphia.
Democrats Urge White House to Sharpen Economic Message as Public Confidence Wavers
Democrats praise President Biden’s economic record but worry his messaging is failing to reach voters.
Biden’s 2022 State of the Union Promises Show Mixed Results One Year Later
One year after President Biden’s State of the Union address, his pledges on Ukraine succeeded while inflation and child care promises fell short.
House Lawmakers Travel to Vatican for AI Talks and Audience With Pope Leo XIV
A bipartisan House delegation met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss artificial intelligence, continuing the Church’s focus on the technology.
Federal Government Lifts TikTok Ban on Executive Branch Devices
The Office of Management and Budget rescinded its ban on TikTok for government employees, citing a new U.S.-based ownership structure.
Silicon Valley’s Primary Victory Signals New Strategy for State-Level AI Rules
A New York lawmaker backed by AI critics lost his primary after tech spending, but his policy framework is gaining ground in statehouses.
Scott Wiener Pulls Campaign Chatbot After Pelosi Criticism Over Parody of Rival
State senator apologizes and removes AI chatbot that parodied rival in San Francisco House race after Nancy Pelosi objected.
Wasserman Schultz’s Quiet Return Masks Old Fault Lines for Democrats
A decade after resigning as DNC chair, Debbie Wasserman Schultz holds renewed influence, but her past could complicate party unity.
Trump’s Tariff Gambit Yields a Quiet Market Calm That Belies Political Risk
Investors have largely absorbed the shock of new tariffs, finding stability where the White House faces a volatile political landscape ahead of November.
Democrats Got Lucky in Wisconsin. They Should Learn From It.
A chaotic Wisconsin primary exposed Democratic vulnerabilities and offered strategic warnings for the party ahead of the 2028 presidential cycle.
Iran Conflict Enters New Phase of Uncertainty as Three US Policy Camps Emerge
Three factions with competing Iran strategies have emerged, each presenting significant drawbacks for the United States.