On Wednesday, Senate Republicans decided to remove a contentious proposal to allocate $1 billion for security related to President Trump’s White House ballroom project. The decision came after significant opposition from within their ranks. Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana stated, “My understanding is that the security money has come out, and my understanding is it’s […]
On May 19, 2026, President Trump managed to unseat Representative Thomas Massie, a leading Republican critic in Congress. Despite a vigorous campaign, Massie lost to a Trump-supported challenger. President Trump’s approval ratings might be declining, with the party facing the possibility of losing House seats and concerns over the Senate. However, Republican primary voters remain […]
Republican senators express anger as President Trump actively opposes some of their colleagues in primary races. The president’s actions have resulted in some Republicans willing to defy him in Congress. After losing his primary to a Trump-backed challenger, Senator Bill Cassidy from Louisiana sided with Democrats to support limiting the war in Iran. Credit: Kenny […]
In recent primary races across the United States, discussions about Israel have taken center stage, leading to divisions within both Democratic and Republican parties. Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky highlighted this divide during his concession speech after losing his congressional seat. Massie, referring to his opponent, said, “I would have come out sooner, but I […]
When was the last time you heard a speech that filled you with optimism about the future? In California, speeches have not significantly influenced the race for governor. Instead, the primary has become a whirlwind of scandals, omnipresent ads, debates filled with shouting, focus-grouped talking points, podcast appearances, and the relentless pursuit of viral moments. […]
Introduction In recent years, the Justice Department’s approach to legal settlements has sparked significant debate. Emily Bazelon and David French discuss these practices, highlighting how different administrations have handled settlement funds. The Sessions Memo Former Attorney General Jeff Sessions issued a memo in 2017 that prohibited the Justice Department from directing settlement payments to third […]
Senator Marsha Blackburn emphasized ongoing congressional scrutiny into the burgeoning world of sports betting and prediction markets. As chair of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Consumer Protection, Technology, and Data Privacy, Blackburn highlighted the need to determine the appropriate balance between federal and state oversight. She stressed protecting the integrity of sports as a key […]
The U.S. government permanently ceased its tax claims against former President Donald Trump, according to a settlement document released Tuesday. This action marks an unusual use of executive power, which may protect Trump from further scrutiny of his finances and legal actions. The settlement resolves a $10 billion lawsuit Trump filed against the Internal Revenue […]
Republican senators are grappling with whether to drop a $1 billion security funding proposal for the White House complex and President Donald Trump’s ballroom. This proposal has struggled to gain sufficient support within Congress. Under pressure from the White House, Republicans tried to attach the funding to a $70 billion bill aimed at restoring funds […]
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 […]