President Donald Trump has implemented a series of measures aimed at both legal and unauthorized immigration to the United States since returning to office. In January 2026, the administration announced an indefinite freeze on visa processing for nationals of 75 countries. This action is part of broader immigration restrictions. State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott explained […]
Massachusetts Primaries: Results and Reporting In Massachusetts, polls have closed as Democratic voters choose candidates for a closely contested Senate primary and various House primaries attracting national attention. Unlike many states, Massachusetts reports election results by cities and towns rather than counties. This will include results from 351 cities and towns. Alaska’s Upcoming Senate Race […]
The House recently approved a short-term funding bill that aims to delay restrictions on the intoxicating hemp industry. This decision came with a vote of 370-48, receiving opposition from both 19 Republicans and 29 Democrats. Previously, the Senate had overwhelmingly supported this measure, which now awaits President Trump’s action. The bill extends the federal ban […]
The resignation of a key member of the military has raised questions about the Pentagon’s stability. This development adds to the ongoing challenges faced by the Department of Defense. Nick Schifrin reports on the situation, highlighting the implications of this leadership change. Schifrin is PBS News Hour’s Foreign Affairs and Defense Correspondent and hosts Compass […]
The House of Representatives is back in Washington after nearly two months away. The political atmosphere has shifted significantly since lawmakers left in mid-July. President Trump’s involvement in various controversies, including those related to Iran and the Great Lakes, has become more pronounced. As representatives return, they face the dual challenges of addressing these issues […]
Former President Donald Trump has reiterated his support for data centers, warning communities against rejecting these projects. He claims they could risk becoming “backwards and poor.” He argues that data centers generate jobs, investment, and tax revenue, positioning them as essential in the United States’ competition with China. Nevertheless, a growing number of Republicans, including […]
As the U.S. approaches the traditional fallback of clocks in November, President Donald Trump’s efforts to make Daylight Saving Time (DST) permanent has renewed the debate. Americans typically set their clocks back one hour on November 1, marking a return to Standard Time. Trump’s recent advocacy for making DST permanent aims to eliminate the biannual […]
Last week, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America. This action is part of an ongoing dispute with Canada. A recent poll conducted by Ipsos and Reuters revealed a majority of Americans are unhappy with this decision. Approximately 63% of those surveyed expressed disapproval of the renaming, while […]
Senator Ed Markey and Representative Seth Moulton from Massachusetts are competing for the Democratic nomination in the Massachusetts Senate race. The debate between the two took place at WWLP-22News in Chicopee, Massachusetts, on July 8, 2026. Moulton is focusing on generational change, advocating for what he calls “a new generation of leadership.” Markey, a veteran […]
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, a Democrat, is seeking her second term after her inauguration on January 5, 2023, in Boston. During the ceremony, held in the House Chamber at the Statehouse, she made her inaugural address soon after being sworn into office. As she launches her campaign for re-election, Gov. Healey faces no opposition in […]