Friday, April 24, 2026

Politics

Musk’s ‘America Party’: A New Chapter for Federal Elections

Elon Musk's "America Party" could mark a new chapter for federal elections, with its targeted approach to congressional seats. The billionaire's strategy involves a laser-focus on just 2-3 Senate seats and 8-10 House districts, believing this small contingent can...

Trump Bill’s ‘Billionaire Bonanza’ Decried by Furious Democrats

Democrats are decrying Donald Trump's newly passed budget bill as a "billionaire bonanza," expressing furious outrage over its provisions that grant permanent tax breaks to the wealthy while simultaneously gutting social benefits for ordinary Americans. Ken Martin, the Democratic...

The Politics of Higher Education: Trump, Harvard, and Anti-Semitism

The politics of higher education are on full display as the Trump administration threatens to cut all federal funding to Harvard University over alleged civil rights violations against Jewish students. This follows an investigation concluding that Harvard was a...

Mamdani’s Popularity: Working People First, Despite Trump’s Threats

Zohran Mamdani's campaign, centered on "putting working people first," is gaining popularity in New York City, even as President Donald Trump threatens to cut off federal funds if Mamdani is elected and "doesn't behave." Mamdani continues to deny Trump's...

Senate Republicans Split on Trump Tax Plan Despite Presidential Pressure

President Trump convened a bipartisan gathering of congressional leaders Thursday, attempting to break through Republican resistance to his signature tax legislation. The White House meeting comes as Senate Majority Leader John Thune weighs scheduling a crucial vote before the...

Powell: Fed’s Rate Decisions Are Economic, Not Emotional

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is asserting that the Fed's interest rate decisions are economic, not emotional. Powell defended the central bank's decision to hold rates, despite renewed personal criticism and demands from Donald Trump. In an overnight social media...

“Hostilities” or Targeted Action? Lawmakers Debate Iran Strike’s Nature

A key point of contention surrounding the Trump administration's precision strike on Iranian nuclear sites is whether "Operation Midnight Hammer" constitutes "hostilities" requiring congressional approval, or a merely "limited, targeted engagement" as the administration claims. The Saturday operation, a...

Controversial Anti-Hate Order Signed by NYC Mayor Despite Backlash

Eric Adams signed a high-profile executive order this week requiring New York City departments to use the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's antisemitism definition. Adams connected the policy to recent violent incidents and emphasized the need for bold action given...

Tehran: US Nuclear Proposal Undermines Future Negotiations

State media in Iran conveyed on Sunday that the nation's parliament speaker views the current US nuclear proposal as insufficient, particularly due to its failure to include sanctions relief, thereby signaling a significant impediment in ongoing discussions. The speaker...

“Unfathomable”: GOP Senators Slam Megabill’s Impact on Future Generations

President Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" is drawing strong condemnation from Republican senators who are labeling its long-term financial impact on future generations as "unfathomable." This deep concern about the national debt is driving a powerful movement to...

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Trump Threatens Iran With No-Return Point as Ceasefire Talks Teeter

President Donald Trump put Iran on notice Thursday, warning that the country must engage seriously in peace negotiations or...