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US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 hours ago

Fox News Host Has a Direct Question for Republican Lawmaker: What Exactly Does Congress Do These Days?'

Congress appears ineffective as responsibilities shift to the courts and executive branch amid ongoing government shutdown.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Anger Trailing Congress Around the Country

Congress failed to fund the Department of Homeland Security, risking federal employee paychecks amid rising public anger and potential electoral consequences for Republicans.
#immigration
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 hours ago

Juan Verde: The next president of the United States will be a Democrat and an unknown'

Juan Verde's journey reflects the importance of immigration and the challenges posed by rising populism and far-right movements in the U.S. and Europe.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security: What's next, and Trump's deadline

Congress is deadlocked over immigration funding, leading to the longest partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security in U.S. history.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 hours ago

Juan Verde: The next president of the United States will be a Democrat and an unknown'

Juan Verde's journey reflects the importance of immigration and the challenges posed by rising populism and far-right movements in the U.S. and Europe.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security: What's next, and Trump's deadline

Congress is deadlocked over immigration funding, leading to the longest partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security in U.S. history.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

There's a Clear Pattern to Who Trump Throws Under the Bus

Pam Bondi's dismissal highlights a pattern of Trump administration women being ousted amid a backdrop of male Cabinet members remaining largely unscathed.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Mulls More Cabinet Firings: He's Very Angry and He's Going To Be Moving People'

President Trump is considering further cabinet changes, including potential terminations of Commerce Secretary Lutnick and Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer.
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 hours ago

Trump files emergency motion to continue building White House ballroom

The Trump administration seeks to resume White House ballroom construction, citing national security concerns and criticizing a court ruling that paused the project.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
19 hours ago

Who Could Possibly Want the Worst Job in Trump's Cabinet?

Trump's firing of his attorney general highlights the challenges of fulfilling his demands while maintaining legal integrity.
Washington DC
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Trump Gets Brutal News Flash: The White House Ain't Mar-A-Lago - Above the Law

Judge Richard Leon granted a preliminary injunction halting the Trump administration's East Wing demolition for a ballroom, emphasizing presidential limitations on national landmarks.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Trump news at a glance: president gives his loyal enforcer the boot

Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi as US attorney general, frustrated with her performance despite her loyalty and reshaping of the justice department.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

There's a Clear Pattern to Who Trump Throws Under the Bus

Pam Bondi's dismissal highlights a pattern of Trump administration women being ousted amid a backdrop of male Cabinet members remaining largely unscathed.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Mulls More Cabinet Firings: He's Very Angry and He's Going To Be Moving People'

President Trump is considering further cabinet changes, including potential terminations of Commerce Secretary Lutnick and Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer.
#iran
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
17 hours ago

Who's Winning Trump's Gulf War? Depends on Which Channel You're On.

An American fighter jet was shot down over Iran, raising questions about the conflict's effectiveness and costs.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Senator Torpedoes Key Trump Talking Point With Simple Question

Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenges President Trump's claims about negotiations with Iran, asserting they are misleading and not indicative of real progress.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
17 hours ago

Who's Winning Trump's Gulf War? Depends on Which Channel You're On.

An American fighter jet was shot down over Iran, raising questions about the conflict's effectiveness and costs.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Senator Torpedoes Key Trump Talking Point With Simple Question

Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenges President Trump's claims about negotiations with Iran, asserting they are misleading and not indicative of real progress.
Left-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

Can You Name That Political Memoir? A Slate Quiz.

Political memoirs from current and former officials reflect personal experiences and ambitions, often blending blandness with moments of controversy and career revival.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Billionaire fortunes have reached all-time highs under Trump. So has the movement to tax them

A proposed 5% wealth tax on California's billionaires aims to fund public services and education, reflecting growing support for taxing the wealthy.
World politics
fromemptywheel
2 days ago

Trump's Cliff Notes - emptywheel

Trump's speech indicated a significant shift in military strategy towards Iran, emphasizing a potential escalation in conflict and its implications for global markets.
Podcast
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Former Trump White House Lawyer: He's 'Insane.' Current Cabinet: [Crickets] - Above the Law

Ty Cobb publicly criticizes Donald Trump, calling him insane and highlighting his erratic behavior on social media.
fromThe Washington Post
2 days ago

Heavy social media users believe in their influence. Democracy, not as much.

"A certain kind of person is opting into spending a lot of time on social media, and they may be people who are more disaffected to start with."
US news
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Fox News Has a Growing Trump Iran War Problem: How to Cover an Unpopular Populist

Fox News faces challenges as Trump's approval ratings drop amid the Iran war, complicating its historically successful business model.
fromemptywheel
4 days ago

The Anti-American Right - emptywheel

Jefferson's words on equality are often seen as self-evident, yet they fail to encompass enslaved individuals, women, and other marginalized groups, revealing a significant contradiction.
Philosophy
#democratic-party
SF politics
fromFortune
4 days ago

Democrats in disarray as rank and file clash with Chuck Schumer's plan to run elderly moderates in must-win races | Fortune

Democrats are divided over strategy, with some supporting establishment candidates while others back insurgent candidates in response to recent electoral frustrations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Atrociously Awful!' Harry Enten Marvels at Democrats' Dismal Feelings About Their Own Party

Approval for Democratic leadership has significantly declined among voters, indicating dissatisfaction with priorities and potential challenges ahead.
SF politics
fromFortune
4 days ago

Democrats in disarray as rank and file clash with Chuck Schumer's plan to run elderly moderates in must-win races | Fortune

Democrats are divided over strategy, with some supporting establishment candidates while others back insurgent candidates in response to recent electoral frustrations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Atrociously Awful!' Harry Enten Marvels at Democrats' Dismal Feelings About Their Own Party

Approval for Democratic leadership has significantly declined among voters, indicating dissatisfaction with priorities and potential challenges ahead.
#trump
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Trump to address nation on Iran war. And, SCOTUS considers birthright citizenship

President Trump plans U.S. withdrawal from Iran in two to three weeks, citing goals to prevent nuclear weapon acquisition.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Perils of One-Man Rule

Trump admires Xi Jinping's strongman leadership, but Xi's ruthlessness is weakening China, as seen in military purges and leadership instability.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
11 hours ago

Trump Ally on CNN Twists Knife on MAGA Revolt: I Am the Base And the Base is Leaving'

Caroline Sunshine warns that Trump is losing support from his base due to a disconnect in communication and understanding of their concerns.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
12 hours ago

Trump Takes Victory Lap Over Jobs Report Gives Thanks To MR. TARIFF!' in New Rant

President Trump celebrated job growth and a decrease in the trade deficit while threatening Iran amid escalating tensions.
World politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Perils of One-Man Rule

Trump admires Xi Jinping's strongman leadership, but Xi's ruthlessness is weakening China, as seen in military purges and leadership instability.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
14 hours ago

Trump Relies on Centuries-Old Notions of Whiteness to Activate His MAGA Base

The AI-generated image of the Obamas as apes reflects deep-rooted anti-Black racism and provokes justified outrage within the Black community.
#donald-trump
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Trump asks weary public for patience over a war that will end shortly'

Donald Trump assured that the conflict with Iran is nearing its end and emphasized the achievement of military objectives.
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Unconstrained' Trump seems to be on a quest to name the most after himself

Donald Trump is rapidly increasing the number of entities named after him, surpassing previous presidents in branding efforts.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
17 hours ago

Trump Lashes Out at ABC's Jon Karl In Late-Night Rant Blurts Don't Buy The Book!'

Donald Trump criticized ABC News anchor Jonathan Karl and urged followers not to buy Karl's book, claiming it contains falsehoods about him.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Analyst astounded by how far Trump's approval rating has dropped: "There is no bottom" - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump's approval ratings have plummeted to historically low levels, with no signs of recovery.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trump's strategy to get his way: declare one fake emergency' after another | Steven Greenhouse

Donald Trump has invoked national emergencies to justify unilateral actions without legal authority, often misrepresenting situations as emergencies to impose tariffs and sanctions.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Trump asks weary public for patience over a war that will end shortly'

Donald Trump assured that the conflict with Iran is nearing its end and emphasized the achievement of military objectives.
Washington DC
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

Unconstrained' Trump seems to be on a quest to name the most after himself

Donald Trump is rapidly increasing the number of entities named after him, surpassing previous presidents in branding efforts.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
17 hours ago

Trump Lashes Out at ABC's Jon Karl In Late-Night Rant Blurts Don't Buy The Book!'

Donald Trump criticized ABC News anchor Jonathan Karl and urged followers not to buy Karl's book, claiming it contains falsehoods about him.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Analyst astounded by how far Trump's approval rating has dropped: "There is no bottom" - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump's approval ratings have plummeted to historically low levels, with no signs of recovery.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trump's strategy to get his way: declare one fake emergency' after another | Steven Greenhouse

Donald Trump has invoked national emergencies to justify unilateral actions without legal authority, often misrepresenting situations as emergencies to impose tariffs and sanctions.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
1 day ago

New Poll Spells Doom for the GOP With Key 'Double Hater' Voters

Joe Rogan and Theo Von express confusion over U.S. military actions, highlighting a disconnect in political understanding among the public.
Left-wing politics
fromDefector
4 days ago

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
fromPOLITICO
1 day ago

Trump asks Congress to supersize military budget, slash domestic programs

The White House is seeking a 10 percent cut to nondefense spending, proposing a reduction of $73 billion from federal programs outside the military, targeting environmental initiatives.
Washington DC
Right-wing politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

US Supreme Court leans toward delivering another blow to Trump's immigration policy

The Supreme Court is reviewing a case on birthright citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants and temporary visitors.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Abby Phillip Cuts Down Scott Jennings's Trump-Inspired War Claim With Simple Question

Abby Phillip challenged Scott Jennings' claim about Iran's military capabilities during a CNN discussion on U.S.-Iran conflict.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Goes Off on Key Constitutional Tenet: One of the Many Great Scams of Our Time!'

Trump claims birthright citizenship is exploited by wealthy foreigners and contradicts the 14th Amendment's original intent.
#voting-rights
US Elections
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Trump signs order directing creation of a national voter list, a move sure to face legal challenges

President Trump signed an executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters, prompting expected legal challenges.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Two dozen Democrat-led states sue Trump over mail-in ballot limits

Rights groups are challenging Trump's executive order limiting mail-in ballots, claiming it undermines voting access before the midterm elections.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Trump's order to limit mail-in voting: does he have the authority?

Donald Trump signed an executive order to restrict mail-in voting and create a national voter list, raising concerns about legality and voter suppression.
US Elections
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Trump signs order directing creation of a national voter list, a move sure to face legal challenges

President Trump signed an executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters, prompting expected legal challenges.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

Trump's Hit-and-Run Presidency

Trump's military actions against Venezuela and Iran represent regime-change nihilism rather than traditional imperialism, characterized by indifference to outcomes and a bomb-first approach.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Democrats accuse Dem Senate candidate of being a GOP plant over his past support for the president - LGBTQ Nation

William Forbes is accused of being a Republican plant in Nebraska's Democratic Senate primary to divide the liberal vote.
#gas-prices
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Bill Hemmer Cuts Off Trump's Econ Chief as He Tries to Shift Blame to Biden: That Was Then, This Is Now'

Gas prices have surged past $4 a gallon, with discussions on economic strategies and temporary price phenomena.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

CNN Twists the Knife on Trump Using His Own Rants on Gas Prices

Average gas prices in the U.S. surpassed $4.00 per gallon, raising concerns within the White House ahead of the midterm elections.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Bill Hemmer Cuts Off Trump's Econ Chief as He Tries to Shift Blame to Biden: That Was Then, This Is Now'

Gas prices have surged past $4 a gallon, with discussions on economic strategies and temporary price phenomena.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

CNN Twists the Knife on Trump Using His Own Rants on Gas Prices

Average gas prices in the U.S. surpassed $4.00 per gallon, raising concerns within the White House ahead of the midterm elections.
#trump-presidency
US Elections
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Who's Worse Than Trump? - Above the Law

Trump's presidency has caused long-term damage to America's global standing and institutional integrity, with consequences that may be irreparable.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 day ago

The All Too Predictable Reason Trump Fired Pam Bondi

Trump's presidency exemplifies a decline in executive accountability, highlighted by the ousting of Attorney General Pam Bondi for insufficient loyalty.
US Elections
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Who's Worse Than Trump? - Above the Law

Trump's presidency has caused long-term damage to America's global standing and institutional integrity, with consequences that may be irreparable.
fromKqed
1 day ago

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

The president doesn't have authority over the time, place and manner of elections in the states, and he knows that. This lawsuit is necessary to protect our voting rights.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Rachel Maddow Reveals What She Would Ask Trump if She Ever Got to Interview Him

Maddow stated, 'I am very disinterested in him as a person.' She emphasized that she does not have an interest in his opinions or in putting him on camera.
US Elections
US politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Trump's Priority Is Now Militarism, at Home and Abroad

Trump and Republicans are pre-funding ICE and Border Patrol without new regulations, limiting Democratic influence on immigration enforcement.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.
#election-law
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Election Law Expert Tells Dan Abrams Trump's Mail-in Voting Executive Order Is Dead on Arrival

Trump's executive order on mail-in voting is unlikely to withstand legal challenges due to constitutional limits on executive power.
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

Trump's Order Restricting Mail Voting Is Blatantly Unconstitutional

Trump's executive orders on election administration violate the U.S. Constitution's provisions regarding state control over elections.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Election Law Expert Tells Dan Abrams Trump's Mail-in Voting Executive Order Is Dead on Arrival

Trump's executive order on mail-in voting is unlikely to withstand legal challenges due to constitutional limits on executive power.
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
3 days ago

Trump's Order Restricting Mail Voting Is Blatantly Unconstitutional

Trump's executive orders on election administration violate the U.S. Constitution's provisions regarding state control over elections.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Senator Known for Wild Tweets From Based' Account Reportedly in Contention to Be Trump's Next AG

Some senators are pushing the White House to appoint Sen. Mike Lee as Attorney General following Bondi's ouster and plan to pitch Trump directly on the idea, sources told me.
US politics
US Elections
fromPBS News
4 days ago

WATCH: Trump signs executive order to create national list of eligible voters

President Trump signed an executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters, aiming to restrict voting ahead of midterm elections.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Running to the Exits!' CNN Data Guru Accuses Republicans of Retiring to Avoid Midterm Bloodbath

House Republicans are retiring in large numbers, indicating they anticipate significant electoral challenges this fall.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Speaker Mike Johnson Blames Senate for Ongoing DHS Shutdown: They Need to Do Their Job and Help Us'

Speaker Mike Johnson blames the Senate for the DHS shutdown, impacting TSA agents and causing long security lines at airports.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Dems Scold Trump For Not Stealing Money Sooner - Above the Law

American airports face severe staffing shortages due to unpaid TSA agents, leading to long security lines and flight delays.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Biden Alum Suggests Democrats Will Be Winners of Trump's SAVE Act in Fox News Throwdown

Democrats and Republicans debate Trump's SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to vote, with disagreement over whether it solves election integrity problems or creates unnecessary voting barriers.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Trump says he won't sign bills until Congress overhauls voting

President Trump threatened to withhold his signature on all bills until Congress passes the SAVE America Act, which would require voters to prove citizenship with documents like passports or birth certificates.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Joe Biden warns that Donald Trump will try to steal' midterm elections

Biden warns that Trump will attempt to steal midterm elections through voting restrictions, urging Americans to vote to counter these efforts.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: The year's new political fault lines are already forming

The death of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother and U.S. citizen who was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday, has the potential to shake the political landscape in ways reminiscent of George Floyd's killing in 2020. The Trump administration initially claimed Good weaponized her vehicle in an act of domestic terrorism, an account that appears to be contradicted by video evidence.
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