Politics
Controversy Surrounds Maine’s Candidate Over Old Online Posts
Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, faces backlash for past social media posts. These posts revealed controversial remarks about race, sexuality, and political violence. Platner, a 41-year-old Marine Corps veteran, attributed his behavior
Stephen Colbert’s Final Year with CBS
Stephen Colbert’s tenure on CBS’s “The Late Show” ends with a finale following a year marked by frequent critiques of former President Donald Trump and vocal support for left-wing perspectives. Colbert, who took over from
Executive Order on Banking and Citizenship
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday mandating banks to examine the citizenship status of their customers more closely. This step is part of the administration’s efforts to tighten actions against individuals residing
House Democrats Oppose Trump’s Compensation Fund
Lawmakers have expressed intentions to prevent the continuation of a taxpayer-backed fund established to support individuals who allege they have been unfairly targeted by what they describe as a ‘weaponized’ justice system. This fund, amounting
U.S. Withdraws Tax Claims Against Trump
The U.S. government has decided to permanently withdraw its tax claims against President Donald Trump. This agreement, made public on Tuesday, reflects a significant use of executive power. The decision could shield Trump from further
GOP Faces Internal Struggles Over Security Funding for White House
Republican senators are deliberating whether to abandon a proposal to allocate $1 billion for security improvements at the White House and President Donald Trump’s ballroom. The proposal has not secured sufficient support from GOP lawmakers.
Barney Frank: A Pioneer in Politics and Advocacy
Barney Frank, the outspoken and sharp-witted former representative from Massachusetts, passed away on Tuesday at his home in Ogunquit, Maine, at the age of 86. Over his career, Frank became a key figure as the
Sen. Durbin Urges DOJ to Reevaluate Fund Distribution to Jan. 6 Rioters
The top Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee, Sen. Dick Durbin from Illinois, has called on the Justice Department to rethink its stance on potentially providing funds from a new $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” initiative to
Prayer Rally Promotes Christian Nationalism at National Mall
Thousands gathered on the National Mall for a prayer rally focused on reaffirming the United States as “One Nation under God.” The event, with a strong Christian theme, featured worship music and imagery related to
Trump Discusses Iran War and Taiwan with Xi Jinping in Beijing
On May 14, 2026, President Donald Trump met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing to discuss ongoing issues, including the Iran war and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. During talks, Secretary of