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U.S. military says 4 'narco-terrorists' killed in strike in Caribbean
Recent reports cover a series of major defense and political developments, headlined by a U.S. military strike that killed four alleged narco-terrorists in the Caribbean. Other key stories include…
Trump invites public to vote on names to replace ‘artificial intelligence’
President Donald Trump announced plans to create an 'AI Force' and appoint an artificial intelligence czar to foster rapid technological growth with limited federal regulation. The move comes amid…
Europe prepares for wider war as Russia ramps up ‘hybrid threats’ beyond Ukraine
European governments are heightening defense preparations amid growing concerns that Russia is expanding hybrid warfare and provocations beyond Ukraine's borders. Incidents involving maritime and…
U.S., Denmark reach security deal on Greenland
President Trump announced that the United States has reached a security agreement with Denmark concerning Greenland, claiming it provides permanent security oversight. The announcement marks a…
Work has stopped on system that was key to Trump effort to limit mail voting, USPS chief says
The U.S. Postal Service has halted development on a specialized system designed to regulate mail-in voting following a Supreme Court ruling that rejected an executive order from Donald Trump. The…
WATCH: RFK Jr. speaks at conference for anti-vaccine group he founded
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at a conference held by the anti-vaccine organization he once chaired, telling attendees that the Trump administration supports their…
Speaker Johnson recesses House early, blocking Massie's push to impeach Hegseth
House Speaker Mike Johnson decided to recess the House of Representatives early ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, effectively blocking a resolution by Rep. Thomas Massie to impeach Defense…
Karl Rove outlines his case against Bo French: ‘GOP’s stables need a cleaning’
Former Bush adviser and Republican strategist Karl Rove explained his decision to vote for a Democrat over Republican nominee Bo French in the Texas Railroad Commission race, citing French's…
‘Alligator Alcatraz’ suddenly shuttered following DHS auditor’s report
A state-run immigrant detention facility in the Florida Everglades, nicknamed 'Alligator Alcatraz,' was closed following a Department of Homeland Security Inspector General report. The audit revealed…
Supreme Court strikes down USPS mail-in voting rule
The Supreme Court issued a 7-2 decision rejecting the Trump administration's proposed restrictions on mail-in voting through the U.S. Postal Service ahead of the midterm elections. The ruling leaves…
Trump’s childhood home sells for nearly $2 million
During a visit to Dublin, Donald Trump broke from traditional U.S. neutrality by publicly stating he would like to see Ireland and Northern Ireland unified, prompting varied reactions from regional…
Missouri’s high court finds top election official was in contempt in legal war over redistricting
The Missouri Supreme Court found Secretary of State Denny Hoskins in contempt for directing election officials to implement a disputed congressional map, though Hoskins quickly purged the contempt by…
Trump says he would ‘probably’ be able to make deals with Democrats
Former President Trump stated that he could 'probably' negotiate deals with Democrats if they win control of Congress, while also pledging to act as a 'blocker' against their broader policy agenda.…
News Wrap: White House defends Trump's $45,000 gifts to Natalie Harp and other aides
Recent financial disclosures show Donald Trump gave $45,000 cash gifts to his executive assistant Natalie Harp and other close aides. The White House has defended the transactions, asserting they…
Live updates: Democrat Fetterman makes surprise appearance at GOP convention
Democratic Senator John Fetterman made a surprise video appearance at the Republican National Committee's midterm convention in Dallas to introduce Republican Senator Dave McCormick and pledge…
Scoop: Anthropic whistleblower gave up his equity to leave the company
Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon resigned and forfeited unvested equity to sound the alarm about catastrophic safety risks in rapid AI development. His departure has intensified debates among…
Watch live: Trump to headline first GOP midterm convention
The Republican National Committee is hosting an unprecedented two-day midterm convention in Dallas, featuring Donald Trump as the keynote speaker alongside prominent party figures. The event is…
Trump posts map labeling New Mexico as ‘New America’ after online hoax
Donald Trump shared a map on Truth Social that crossed out 'Mexico' in New Mexico and replaced it with 'America,' teasing a renaming of the state. The post followed a debunked online hoax claiming he…
Troy Jackson fires back at Susan Collins over relationship comment
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Troy Jackson criticized Republican Senator Susan Collins after she remarked during an interview that the mother of his children is his second cousin. Jackson accused…
Maryland Supreme Court puts redistricting referendum back on November ballot
The Maryland Supreme Court ruled that a redistricting referendum will remain on the November ballot, overturning a lower court's block on the measure. The high court ordered the ballot question to be…
Stephen A. Smith on Trump, Democrats and the politics of chaos
This news digest spans various political and policy developments, highlighted by cultural commentary on partisan dysfunction and administrative governance. It covers debates over federal involvement…
Trump to speak on both nights of midterm convention in programming shuffle: Report
President Donald Trump has reportedly expanded his role at the Republican Party's upcoming midterm convention to deliver remarks on both nights rather than just a single keynote address. The schedule…
DeSantis backs Byron Donalds for Florida governor after withholding endorsement
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis officially endorsed Representative Byron Donalds to succeed him in the state's upcoming gubernatorial race. The announcement was made during a Florida GOP forum in…
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down, White House says
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has submitted his resignation to the Trump administration after roughly 18 months in the position. The departure follows reported internal tensions between Driscoll and…
Why Republicans are focusing on transgender issues in competitive 2026 campaigns
Republican candidates and party organizers are utilizing campaign ads and high-energy conventions to focus on transgender policies and ideological distinctions ahead of upcoming elections. This…
Trumps says Venezuelan oil will fill up' U.S. petroleum reserve
Donald Trump announced plans to refill the U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve using Venezuelan crude while simultaneously reiterating protectionist stances against Canadian imports. Concurrently, Trump…
Google Maps switches to "Lake America" as Canada compares change to SNL skit
Following an executive order by President Donald Trump renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' for U.S. records, Google updated its Maps platform for domestic users to reflect the change. The…
Today in Supreme Court History: August 30, 1967
On August 30, 1967, Thurgood Marshall took the oath of office to become the first African American justice on the United States Supreme Court. The milestone remains a foundational event in legal…
Google’s Obedience to Trump’s “Lake America” Order Follows a Depressing Pattern
President Donald Trump issued an executive order designating Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' amid escalating trade disputes with Canadian leadership. In response, Google Maps updated the body of…
Trump hails 'historic' deal for US to control 65bn barrels of Venezuela's oil
President Trump announced what he described as a historic agreement granting the United States majority control over roughly 65 billion barrels of Venezuela's oil reserves. The announcement follows…
Lindsay Clancy trial draws attention to postpartum mental health
Jurors are deliberating in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother charged with the January 2023 murders of her three young children. While prosecutors argue that the killings were…
Embattled California Democrat to step aside as Dads Caucus chairman
Representative Jimmy Gomez (D-CA) has informed colleagues that he will not seek another term as chairman of the Congressional Dads Caucus. The decision follows allegations of sexual misconduct as he…
Trump executive order changes name of Lake Ontario to Lake America
President Trump signed an executive order renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' following the collapse of trade negotiations with Canada. The decision escalated bilateral tensions and prompted…
Trump administration names Palestine Action a global terrorist organization
The U.S. Treasury Department under the Trump administration has officially designated the UK-based group Palestine Action as a global terrorist organization, imposing financial sanctions. Officials…
Rubio says US strikes on Iran paused ‘for the time being’ in lieu of economic war
U.S. officials have indicated that potential military strikes against Iran are currently paused as the administration shifts focus toward intensified economic sanctions aimed at Tehran and its major…
Watchdog: FEMA crew broke law by skipping homes with Trump signs
A Department of Homeland Security inspector general report determined that a FEMA crew violated the Hatch Act by bypassing homes with Trump campaign signs during Hurricane Milton recovery efforts in…
Supreme Court: Trump can start carrying out order restricting mail-in voting
The U.S. Supreme Court has temporarily lifted a lower court's injunction, allowing the Trump administration to begin implementing an executive order that restricts mail-in voting. The decision grants…