National Politics
Bipartisan Effort to End Government Shutdowns
For a decade, Americans have endured the fallout from government shutdowns in Washington. These shutdowns impact the economy, compromise security, and disrupt lives nationwide. Each shutdown places significant burdens on citizens. The last one led
Impact of National Guard Deployment in D.C.: A Closer Look
On Memorial Day morning in Washington, D.C., National Guard members stood vigil near the Lincoln Memorial. President Trump’s decision to deploy the Guard in the capital has been analyzed by the Niskanen Center, a nonpartisan
Trump Nominates Todd Blanche as Attorney General
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testified before the House Appropriations Committee on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Washington. President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he will nominate Blanche to serve as the attorney general, selecting
Trump to Nominate Todd Blanche as Attorney General
President Donald Trump announced his intention to nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche for a permanent position leading the Department of Justice. The announcement came Wednesday evening via a video posted on social media by
House Approves War Powers Resolution Against Iran
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a war powers resolution on Wednesday, aiming to halt military actions against Iran. This marked a significant challenge to President Donald Trump as some Republicans joined Democrats to call
Uncertainty Surrounds Anti-Weaponization Fund Amid Trump Comments
President Donald Trump has reignited uncertainty regarding the future of the ‘anti-weaponization’ fund. This followed acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s announcement that the Justice Department will not pursue the $1.8 billion fund. This decision has
Views Clash on Democratic Support for Controversial Candidate Graham Platner
The View hosts engaged in a heated discussion over whether Democrats should support Graham Platner, Maine Senate candidate, amidst various controversies. Sunny Hostin, co-host of the show, admitted a change in her stance regarding Platner.
House Passes Resolution to Limit Trump’s War Powers in Iran
The House of Representatives passed a resolution on Wednesday, dealing a setback to President Donald Trump as Democrats, joined by a few Republicans, voted to restrict his war powers in Iran. The vote was 215-208
Bernie Sanders Confronts Towel-Clad Protesters Over Maine Senate Candidate
Senator Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., recently confronted Republican staffers outside the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC) headquarters. These staffers were dressed in towels, mocking the controversy surrounding Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner’s online presence. A video
Controversial Legal Immunity for President Trump
President Donald Trump is attempting to shield himself from tax-related legal issues while holding office. This move follows the announcement of a controversial legal fund widely favored by individuals involved in the January 6 events.