Barney Frank, a prominent and influential former representative from Massachusetts, passed away on Tuesday at his home in Ogunquit, Maine. He was 86. His friend James Segel confirmed that Frank had been in hospice care due to congestive heart failure. Renowned as a witty and sharp-minded politician, Frank was frequently recognized as one of the […]

The top Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee, Senator Dick Durbin, called on the Justice Department to reconsider its stance on providing funds from the Trump administration’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund to those involved in the January 6 Capitol riots. This fund was set up under the Trump administration ostensibly to address grievances related to […]

President Donald Trump announced a plan to suspend the federal gas tax amid the ongoing conflict with Iran. This move comes as gas prices continue to rise, affecting his approval ratings. The suspension would last for an unspecified period. Congressional approval is necessary for the proposal to take effect. Distributing the savings directly to consumers, […]