By August 10, 2026 / 10:29 AM EDT / CBS News Washington — President Trump has announced that Will Scharf, his current aide responsible for managing information, paperwork, and executive orders, will be the next White House counsel. Scharf will take over from David Warrington, who is transitioning to the private sector, effective September 1. […]
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has chosen to freeze her eggs, a decision she said gives her greater control over her future. The New York congresswoman, a prominent figure in the Democratic Party’s progressive wing, shared this personal update on Instagram, discussing her reproductive options. She did not explicitly disclose any plans about having children. Ocasio-Cortez addressed […]
Rep. Marcy Kaptur, D-Ohio, shared a video update regarding her condition after a car accident in Toledo. She expressed her gratitude for the support she received, attributing her accelerated recovery to the well-wishes from the community. In her message, she said, “As I move to physical rehabilitation, I want to thank everyone from our community, […]
Rep. Gabriel Vasquez, D-N.M., recently faced scrutiny for his position on taxation policies related to tipped workers. He voted against a package that implemented President Donald Trump’s ‘no tax on tips’ law. However, a month later, he advocated for a permanent version of this policy. During an August statement, Vasquez emphasized the importance of enabling […]
Congressional Democrats are investigating the Trump administration’s handling of deportations involving military service members and their families. This follows findings by The Associated Press that more than 50 active-duty troops’ spouses and parents have been detained by immigration authorities. In a letter dated Sunday and sent to the Department of Homeland Security, Department of Defense, […]
Todd Blanche appeared at his confirmation hearing for the position of U.S. attorney general before the Senate Judiciary Committee on July 15, 2026, in Washington, D.C. The Senate confirmed Blanche to lead the Justice Department, previously serving as President Trump’s personal lawyer and acting head of the department. This decision came after a tight 50-49 […]
James Talarico’s Religious Influence James Talarico, a Texas Democratic Senate candidate and Presbyterian seminarian, discussed his church’s involvement in progressive causes during an interview on Texas Impact’s “Weekly Witness.” He explained how his faith guides his political stance, and highlighted examples where his church stirred controversy, such as housing an undocumented family facing deportation. Talarico […]
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a Democrat from New York, addressed previous controversial remarks made by herself and other socialist politicians on ABC’s “This Week” on Sunday. She joked that the “Woke 1” era was a “crazy” time. During the interview, host Jon Karl asked about Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong’s controversial statements, such as calling for […]
Former DNC fundraiser Lindy Li has raised alarms about the Democratic Party’s severe financial issues. During an appearance on ‘My View with Lara Trump’, she claimed the party is deeply in debt. Kamala Harris’s extensive campaign spending and a shift toward progressive socialism are central reasons why donors hesitate to lend support. Li expressed doubts […]
The Democratic Party faces internal challenges as figures like Hasan Piker, a recognized supporter of Abdul El-Sayed, advocate for harsh actions against critics of Michigan’s Democratic Senate candidate. Increasing numbers of radicals and anti-Semites within the party are troubling establishment figures who find themselves defending alliances with extremist candidates. There is an irony in Democrats […]