Five years ago, Baltimore faced over 300 homicides annually. Today, homicides and nonfatal shootings have decreased by around 60%. Since September 2022, the homicide rate in Baltimore has steadily declined. The city reported only 133 homicides in 2025, the lowest in nearly five decades. A working paper from the National Bureau of Economic Research shows […]
Texas Governor Greg Abbott responded to President Donald Trump’s criticism regarding his decision to pause data center projects. He also tackled the controversies surrounding a surrogacy case and the decision of Dallas-Fort Worth Airport to cancel plans for Islamic foot-washing stations. Silicon Valley has long dominated consumer loyalty in America, with products like Apple iPhones […]
Harvard University has agreed to a settlement of $53 million related to illegal activities by its former morgue manager. This comes after a court’s approval on Tuesday. The manager, Cedric Lodge, had stolen and sold body parts intended for scientific research. He was sentenced to eight years in prison in December following a guilty plea […]
Trump’s Challenging Political Week President Trump faced significant setbacks in recent primaries, including defeats for his endorsed candidates in Florida and Wyoming. In Florida, Rep. Cory Mills, a loyal Trump supporter, lost his renomination battle against former TV reporter Ryan Elijah, amid ethical controversies. Two other Trump-backed candidates also failed to win their respective primaries, […]
This summer, some Democratic candidates have faced scrutiny over past social media statements. In Michigan, Abdul el-Sayed, a Democratic Senate candidate, was criticized for erasing previous remarks denouncing fireworks and linking football to slavery. This controversy emerged as he campaigned in a state that supported President Donald Trump twice in the last decade. El-Sayed altered […]
The approval rating of President Donald Trump has stabilized between the high 30s and low 40s. Meanwhile, Democrats have maintained a favorable edge in the generic congressional ballot by around 6 to 7 points for several months. Historically, such figures have been enough for Democrats to gain control of the House and make the Senate […]
A portrait of Governor Elbridge Gerry hangs in Boston’s State House. In 1812, Gerry initiated a redistricting plan that protected his political allies. This effort introduced the word “gerrymander.” Elbridge Gerry’s actions led to the term gerrymandering. Most know Samuel Adams and John Hancock for signing the Declaration of Independence and the Articles of Confederation. […]
Democrats have secured a win in a Pennsylvania special election, flipping a long-held Republican state House seat. This victory marks a notable success for the party. Democrat Brandon Dukes has taken the lead over Republican Scott Timko by fewer than 100 votes in the 12th District. According to unofficial results, Dukes received 8,434 votes, equating […]
2026 Midterm Election Preview America’s Newsroom anchor Bill Hemmer discussed the 2026 midterm election power rankings with contributor Karl Rove on the program. Rove highlighted four pivotal Senate races in Alaska, Iowa, Maine, and Ohio. He also reviewed 16 key House toss-up seats. Additionally, Rove examined the significant August 4 Michigan Democratic primary between progressive […]
Four candidates have advanced from Alaska’s nonpartisan jungle primary. The outcome could impact the U.S. Senate’s balance of power in November. Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, and former Rep. Mary Peltola, D-Alaska, move forward along with two others in the general election. This aligns with expectations and highlights the unique nature of the primary process in […]