Politics
U.S. and Iran Trade Strikes in Strait of Hormuz as Fragile Ceasefire Holds
U.S. and Iranian forces exchanged land and sea strikes Thursday after Iran attacked Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump’s Beijing Summit Stirs Tensions Over CEO Delegation Size and China Strategy
The White House has struggled to finalize a business delegation for Trump’s Beijing summit, reflecting internal divisions over China engagement.
Hochul Secures $268 Billion Budget Deal Targeting Costs and Trump Policies
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announces a $268 billion state budget deal focused on cost of living and immigrant protections.
FEMA Failed to Answer Most Calls During Deadly Texas Floods, Records Show
New government data shows FEMA did not answer 58 percent of calls to its helpline during the July 2025 Texas floods.
Mark Kelly Rides Pentagon Fight Into National Spotlight as 2028 Rumors Swirl
A federal appeals court appears likely to block the Pentagon from punishing Sen. Mark Kelly for advising troops to disobey illegal orders.
California Democrats Promise Millions of New Homes, Risking Repeat of Newsom’s Unmet Goals
Democratic candidates for California governor are pledging ambitious housing construction targets that experts say may be unrealistic.
Former Biden Officials Mock Becerra’s Sudden Rise in California Governor’s Race
Former Biden administration colleagues express disbelief at Xavier Becerra’s transformation from Cabinet afterthought to California gubernatorial frontrunner.
Josh Shapiro Bets on a Firefighter in a Pennsylvania House Race That Tests His Sway
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is backing firefighter union head Bob Brooks in a competitive House primary to test his political influence.
Four Contenders Emerge to Lead ICE as Agency Faces Morale Crisis and Scrutiny
Four potential successors to retiring acting ICE director Todd Lyons are being discussed within the Department of Homeland Security.
Voters Remain Skeptical of Trump’s SAVE America Act Despite Support for Voter ID
A new poll finds 42 percent of Americans neither support nor oppose the SAVE America Act or are unsure about the bill.
Sherrod Brown Softens Crypto Stance as Industry Cash Looms Over Ohio Comeback
Former Ohio senator Sherrod Brown shifts tone on cryptocurrency as industry-backed super PACs prepare to spend heavily in his comeback race.
After Indiana, Trump’s Redistricting Warning Sends Shivers Through Southern Statehouses
Republican state lawmakers in the South face renewed pressure to redraw congressional maps after Trump’s Indiana revenge campaign succeeded.
Epstein Note Describes ‘Treat’ to Choose Time of Death, Judge Rules to Release
A judge ordered the release of a note Jeffrey Epstein left in his cell that read, “It is a treat to be able to choose one’s time to say goodbye.”
Trump’s Insults Toward Iran Risk Derailing Peace Talks, Officials Warn
Arab and U.S. officials fear President Trump’s refusal to let Iranian leaders claim a diplomatic victory could block a comprehensive agreement.
Trump Counterterrorism Strategy Shifts Focus to Left-Wing Groups and Transgender Ideology
The Trump administration counterterrorism strategy targets left-wing extremists and transgender ideology, reversing the Biden-era focus on right-wing threats.
Lutnick Acknowledges Visiting Epstein’s Island Years After Claiming Ties Were Cut
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick admitted to visiting Jeffrey Epstein’s island seven years after saying he ended their relationship.
Mamdani Administration Scrutinizes NYPD Contracts With ICE Surveillance Vendor
The Mamdani administration is auditing NYPD contracts with Vigilant Solutions, a vendor that also works with ICE.
Justice Department Asks Supreme Court to Intervene in Trump’s Defamation Case, Threatening Carroll Verdict
The DOJ will ask the Supreme Court to substitute the federal government for President Trump in E. Jean Carroll’s defamation lawsuit.
Tennessee GOP Map Splits Black District, Aiming to Eliminate Last Democratic Seat
Tennessee Republicans propose a new congressional map that would dismantle the state's only Democratic-held district and secure a nine-seat GOP sweep.
New York Democrats Push Constitutional Amendment to Redraw House Maps Before 2028
New York Democrats are advancing a state constitutional amendment to allow aggressive congressional redistricting ahead of the 2028 elections.
Overlapping payments show Rep. Lawler’s intertwined roles as operative and candidate
Records show Mike Lawler’s businesses received payments from two nonprofits and a local party he led.
Senate Set to Hand Crypto a Win Over Wall Street in Landmark Stablecoin Showdown
Senate Republicans are poised to advance a crypto bill opposed by banking lobbyists, signaling a shift in Washington influence.
Ohio GOP Spurns Ex-ICE Official in Key Primary, Clearing Path Against Kaptur
Former state Representative Derek Merrin won the Republican primary in Ohio’s 9th Congressional District on Tuesday.
Trump administration scraps fast-track ICE training after political backlash and agency turmoil
The Department of Homeland Security is ending its accelerated training program for new ICE recruits and sending veteran officers to provide additional instruction.
Trump Halts Strait of Hormuz Escort Mission Days After Announcing It
President Trump paused a U.S. escort operation for commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz two days after announcing it.
Vance’s Iowa Trip Tests Whether Trump Ties Are Asset or Liability for 2028
Vice President JD Vance campaigned in Iowa with his 2028 hopes tied to Donald Trump’s approval ratings.