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Judge Presses DOJ to Reveal Golf Course Plan’s Authors, Warns of Fallout
A federal judge blocked tree removal at East Potomac Golf Links and appointed an investigator. The dispute centers on closing the public course and redesigning it for major tournaments. Judge Reyes warned of sanctions over destroyed…
Mamdani Says Trump Agreed to Delay SNAP Cuts for Bodegas Nationwide
President Trump and New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani agreed to delay stricter SNAP rules nationwide. The 90-day extension gives bodegas and small grocers more time to meet stocking requirements. The delay aims to protect shoppers’ access to…
Kreiss-tomkins Breaks 28-Year Democratic Drought in Alaska Governor’s Race
Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins won Alaska’s governor’s race, flipping the office from Republican control. He is the first Democrat elected governor there since 1998. Republican infighting and ranked-choice voting complicated the race to…
Trump, Xi and Putin Set Nuclear Nonproliferation Talks in China
President Trump is expected to meet Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin in a first-ever trilateral sit-down. The leaders plan to discuss nuclear weapons, non-proliferation, and Iran on the sidelines of China’s APEC summit. Officials describe the…
Biden Memoir Reveals Feud With Democrats and Pelosi Reconciliation
Joe Biden’s memoir defends his fitness to serve and explains his failed reelection bid. He blames a disastrous debate and mounting Democratic pressure for ending his campaign. Biden also criticizes Netanyahu over civilian deaths in Gaza…
Deceased California Candidate Nears Election Win as Votes Lead
Bruce Giudici led California’s Calaveras County supervisor race by 497 votes, despite being dead. He died while campaigning in August, while his opponent remained alive. Giudici was described as nearly clinching victory in the county race.
Democrats Weigh Schumer’s Leadership as Rival Challenge Emerges
Senator Chris Van Hollen is challenging Chuck Schumer for Senate Democratic leadership, backed by Bernie Sanders. Schumer says he has enough votes to stay leader, while several incoming Democrats remain uncommitted. Van Hollen says he…
Eileen Laubacher Unseats Lauren Boebert in Colorado House Race
Democrat Eileen Laubacher defeated Republican Lauren Boebert in Colorado’s 4th Congressional District race. Laubacher, a retired Navy rear admiral, previously served on President Biden’s National Security Council. She campaigned on…
Trump Steers Vance From Iran Toward Domestic Politics Amid 2028 Doubts
Trump says allies urged restraint as he halted further attacks on Iran, calling the war effectively over. Iran says it struck a US radar in Bahrain, while tanker attacks threaten shipping through Hormuz. Trump redirected Vice President…
Ex-nvidia CEO Huang Offers Congress Testimony as Spy Probe Deepens
Nvidia co-founder Jensen Huang has resigned as CEO amid an intensifying congressional probe. The resignation followed reports of an alleged affair with a suspected Chinese spy. Huang is reportedly willing to appear before Congress as…
Bessent Blames Commerce in Nvidia Fallout as Lutnick’s Job is Questioned
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent accused Commerce of failing to blacklist chip customer Megaspeed over China concerns. Trump’s advisers have discussed firing Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, though the White House says he retains…
Denver Gathering Turns Democrats’ Midterm Soul-search Into 2028 Planning
Abdulrahman Mohamed El-Sayed became the first Muslim elected to the Senate, in Michigan. Democrats also won majorities in Congress and several historic state-level victories nationwide. In Denver, rising Democrats gathered to chart the…
Federal Probe Targets Lawmakers Over Planned Investigations
Democrats plan investigations into Trump and his administration, despite White House warnings. Senator Richard Blumenthal says he faces a Justice Department investigation over congressional oversight. An independent firm is investigating…
Hegseth Honors Soldier Who Enforced Arlington Cemetery Etiquette
A soldier reprimanded Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s group for disrupting decorum at Arlington’s Tomb of the Unknowns. Hegseth later awarded Specialist Thomas Iglesias a commendation medal for carrying out his duties. The medal, unusual…
Trump’s Judge Confirmation Push Faces GOP Hurdles and Self-inflicted Setbacks
President Trump and Republicans are racing to confirm judicial nominees before Democrats take Senate control. Texas Democrats flipped seven high-court seats, though Republicans retain majorities on both top courts. In Mississippi, Democrat…
Van Hollen to Vie With Schumer for Senate Democratic Leadership
Senator Chris Van Hollen is challenging Chuck Schumer for Senate Democratic leadership. He says Democrats need new leadership, criticizing Schumer’s primary interventions and AIPAC ties. Schumer says he has the votes; Democrats will choose…
Republicans Seek Huang Testimony Amid Nvidia Leadership Turmoil
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned as Republicans seek answers about alleged Chinese influence and chip security. Lawmakers requested a closed-door briefing and are discussing testimony, with subpoenas possible. Senators also sought records…
Democrats Press Schumer to Seize Mandate After Election Wins
Chuck Schumer faces growing Democratic opposition as he seeks another term leading Senate Democrats. Chris Van Hollen may challenge him, while Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed backs new leadership. Schumer proposes separate votes on costs and…
Kimmel Questions Trump’s Warm Note to Biden After Jan. 6
Jimmy Kimmel questioned a warm farewell letter Trump left Biden, despite Biden calling it generous. Kimmel also disputed the White House explanation for laughter during Trump’s C-SPAN call. He criticized claims that Trump’s proposed…
Kalshi Drops Trump Jr. as Adviser After Polymarket Investment
Kalshi ended Donald Trump Jr.’s paid advisory role after his firm invested in rival Polymarket. The company called the departure mutual and denied political considerations influenced its decision. Kalshi said Trump Jr. had helped market…