Politics
India’s Education Minister Resigns Amid Student Protests
In Mumbai, a protester displayed a placard after India’s Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, stepped down following widespread protests. The protests, part of the Cockroach Janta Party movement, expanded from New Delhi to over a dozen
Van Jones Applauds Trump’s Actions at WHCA Dinner
CNN host Van Jones recently acknowledged President Donald Trump for his decision to stay through the White House Correspondents Association (WHCA) Dinner awards ceremony. This rare praise came during an event where Trump faced journalists
Richard Nixon’s Influence on Modern Conservative Politics
Richard Nixon famously bid farewell with a salute as he departed from the White House in August 1974, marking a significant moment in political history. Fast forward to the current political climate, and traditional political
Troy Jackson Secures Democratic Nomination for Maine U.S. Senate Race
In Bangor, Maine, former state lawmaker and logger Troy Jackson has secured the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine. Jackson will face long-serving GOP Senator Susan Collins in the election this November.
Maine Democrats Unite Behind Troy Jackson for Senate Race
The Maine Democratic Party has quickly rallied behind Troy Jackson as their nominee for the upcoming Senate race. He steps in after Graham Platner conceded following allegations of misconduct. Jackson, a former state Senate president,
RFK Jr. Freezes Medicaid Funds to California and Minnesota Amid Allegations
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has imposed a $1 billion freeze on Medicaid funds to California and Minnesota. He cited concerns over alleged fraud. California Governor Gavin Newsom dismissed the allegations, labeling them as politically motivated.
Trump’s Red Scare Tactic: Will It Sway Voters?
Trump’s Strategy Amid Political Turbulence As President Trump faces challenges, including difficulties with the Iran situation and the looming midterm elections, he turns to a new strategy: invoking fears of Communism. By leveraging Red Scare
Jack Smith Facing Legal Action for Alleged Misconduct
Former Biden administration special counsel Jack Smith is facing legal scrutiny for his actions in two federal indictments against President Donald Trump. The allegations include providing incomplete testimony to Congress. Legal Concerns and Congressional Oversight
Maine Democrats Gear Up for Nominating Convention
By July 25, 2026 / 6:00 AM EDT / CBS News Washington — Maine Democrats are set to convene on Saturday for the party’s nominating convention. They aim to select a U.S. Senate nominee to
Maine Democrats Nominate New Senate Candidate Amidst Controversy
Maine Democrats will convene in Bangor on Saturday to nominate a new candidate for the U.S. Senate. The party is shifting focus from Graham Platner’s troubled campaign and aiming to oust Republican incumbent Susan Collins.