Johnson: House will amend stalled housing bill despite White House, Senate GOP pushback
Republicans are eager to advance a housing affordability package that's central to their midterm messaging.
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Trump said he didn't ask Xi 'for any favors' on Iran
President Trump said Friday that he did not ask “for any favors” from Chinese President Xi Jinping on Iran during their summit in Beijing this week. “I’m not asking for any favors because when you ask for favors, you have to do favors in return,” Trump told reporters aboard Air
X agrees to crack down on illegal hate and terror content in the UK
British online safety regulator Ofcom says it has accepted new commitments from X that aim to better protect UK users from seeing illegal hate and terror content on the platform. Under the agreement announced today, X says it will withhold access in the UK to accounts reported
Trump: Xi giving ‘serious consideration’ to Pastor Ezra Jin release
President Trump told reporters on Friday that Chinese President Xi Jinping told him he was seriously considering releasing imprisoned Pastor Ezra Jin following calls for his release. “I think he’s giving very serious consideration to the pastor,” Trump told reporters aboard
Alex Murdaugh retrial: What other high-profile cases were retried?
The state high court ruled Murdaugh was deprived of a fair trial.
Alberta is about to hold a referendum. Washington isn’t prepared.
Washington has already made choices with real consequences, and it has made them without any strategy.
Watch live: Army chief testifies before House on budget amid Iran turmoil
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll will testify before the House Armed Services Committee on Friday morning about President Trump‘s fiscal 2027 budget request, as tensions with Iran simmer. The White House is seeking $1.5 trillion for the Defense Department next year for the
Democratic anger grows after court rulings; Will Cassidy lose his seat? Join the discussion
Democratic anger grows as court rulings dampen midterm prospects. Plus, are Republican candidates fading in the California governor's race? And will Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) be primaried out of a job this weekend? The Hill’s senior vice president of editorial content, Bill
Trump 'made no commitment' on Taiwan, arms sales in summit with Xi
President Trump told reporters on Air Force One on Friday that he “made no commitment” on the issue of Taiwan during his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing this week. “On Taiwan, he feels very strongly, I made no commitment either way," Trump told reporters
Whole Hog Politics: Idiocracy alert
[Watch Whole Hog Politics live: Join us today at 9 a.m. EDT as Chris Stirewalt and host Bill Sammon break down this week’s political news and answer questions from a live online audience.] It is easy — indeed, too easy — to see the damage that the COVID-19 pandemic and
Leftists terrified as their progressive poster child Mamdani fails in New York
Politics and wishful thinking cannot cure what is wrong with the Empire State, or the Big Apple.
Capitol agenda: Nervous GOP weighs options on ballroom
Lawmakers are watching closely for the Senate's rule keeper to decide whether Republicans’ bill can include a $1 billion provision that could fund parts of the White House's ballroom project.
China: 'No point' in continuing Iran war
China’s foreign ministry said on Friday that it saw “no point” for the U.S. conflict with Iran to continue, as President Trump claimed he reached agreement with Chinese President Xi Jinping on key issues in the war, such as reopening the Strait of Hormuz. “There is no point in
Trump is saying it out loud: Cambodian leaders are in on the scams
A scam-industrial complex now generates revenue equivalent to nearly half of Cambodia's legitimate GDP.
Live updates: As Trump departs Beijing, China calls for end to Iran conflict
President Trump departed China on Friday after a two-day summit with President Xi Jinping, that underscored dueling priorities and resulted in a potentially steadier relationship but no apparent major business deals. Trump was overheard saying Xi would gift Trump some roses for
Trump sets targeted opening for White House ballroom for September 2028
President Trump said on Friday that the White House ballroom is scheduled to open in just over two years in September of 2028 near the end of his second term. “China has a Ballroom, and so should the U.S.A.! It’s under construction, ahead of schedule, and will be the finest
Update: 7 reasons the midterms will be the most dramatic and dangerous ever
The 2026 midterm election is predicted to be the most dramatic and dangerous in U.S. history, with Trump fearing a loss of control of Congress, gerrymandering, potential voter intimidation, and a record number of voters feeling powerless.
Cassidy’s fight for survival tests Louisiana’s new primary system
In today's issue: ▪ Cassidy makes his stand ▪ Trump touts accomplishments in China ▪ Supreme Court pauses abortion pill order ▪ CIA director visits Cuba If Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) survives the weekend, it will be no thanks to his fellow Louisiana Republican leaders. Cassidy
Transcript: Trump’s GOP Allies Admit He’s Toxic as Crushing Poll Hits
The following is a lightly edited transcript of the May 15 episode of the Daily Blast podcast. Listen to it here . Greg Sargent: This is The Daily Blast from The New Republic , produced and presented by the DSR Network. I’m your host, Greg Sargent. NBC News is reporting that
Trump’s FEMA Is an Unnatural Disaster
FEMA is not all right. As the United States faces another summer of extreme weather exacerbated by climate change, the Federal Emergency Management Agency—which coordinates federal disaster response, relief, and preparedness—continues to shuffle through leadership a roster of
The Hantavirus Is Also a Climate Warning
The signs now are that the hantavirus is not the next pandemic. But with 2026 predicted to be the hottest year on record, the hantavirus outbreak is a warning of what public health experts have long said: A hotter planet is a deadlier planet. Rising global temperatures and the
Scrutiny ramps up over mystery of missing lawmakers
Scrutiny of lawmakers absent from Washington due to mysterious health issues is ramping up as two House members — Reps. Tom Kean Jr. (R-N.J.) and Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) — have missed weeks of votes. The absences come as leaders in both parties are encouraging full
Nobody Asked for This Washington Post Podcast
“ Are Colleges Undermining Education with Easy A’s ?” “ DEBUNKING: The Rich Don’t Pay Their Fair Share ” “ The Politics of Conversion Therapy ” Those are real video titles from Make It Make Sense , the Washington Post opinion section’s new flagship podcast, which the paper
Jerome Powell ends term as Federal Reserve chief clouded by Trump tumult
Jerome Powell’s stint leading the Federal Reserve is finished, but his battle with President Trump is far from over. Powell’s second four-year term as chair of the Fed board ended Friday, two days after his successor, Kevin Warsh, was confirmed by the Senate as the bank’s next
How to Rescue America’s 250th From Trump
On the 250th anniversary of the United States, some details of the celebrations might seem familiar from the celebrations in 1976 of America’s 200th. People sip from cans decorated with the Liberty Bell and a big round number. Commemorative vehicles drive or fly around with
Frustrations erupt as Senate, House Republicans clash over housing
Senate Republicans are furious that a bipartisan bill they passed to address housing affordability has languished in the House for weeks and undergone revisions that may doom its chances of becoming law before the November election. On Wednesday evening, the House unveiled new
Barack Obama, Bernie Sanders, Donald Trump: Who is an outsider candidate?
Voters in recent election cycles have flirted with candidates who seemingly appeared out of nowhere. In 2008, Barack Obama was the fashionable outside pick, challenging the Clinton machine. In a 2016 cycle colored by a rush of populism, Republicans' interest was piqued by
A Very Authoritarian Semiquincentennial Celebration
In another world with a better government in power, Americans might well have looked forward to an authentic celebration of the remarkable achievements of the American Revolution. In this world, under the Trump administration and the Republican rubber-stamp chorus in Congress,
Trump’s GOP Allies Admit He’s Toxic as New Poll Stuns Analyst: “Scary”
NBC News reports that some vulnerable Republicans are privately worried about use of the slogan “MAGA majority” to describe the GOP effort to hold the House. Why? Because the term “MAGA” puts Trump “front and center,” as NBC puts it. That’s quite an admission of Trump’s
Nervous Republicans weigh their options amid White House’s ballroom lobbying blitz
A key factor, however, could be a forthcoming Senate parliamentarian ruling.
America gains a foothold in the world's most critical chokepoint
America just signed an agreement that will give it a perch on the world’s most important natural waterway, the Strait of Malacca.
Candidates face off on affordability in final California gubernatorial debate
Seven candidates running for California’s top office engaged in a fifth and final debate on Thursday evening that largely centered around the issue of affordability. The candidates were asked to provide their closing pitch to voters to address a growing number of cost of
Trump blames Biden for US 'declining' after Xi comments on 'Thucydides trap'
President Trump late Thursday invoked his predecessor in attempting to explain comments by Chinese President Xi Jinping as the two leaders meet during a high-stakes visit, blaming former President Biden and his administration for the U.S.'s "decline." "When President Xi very
Senate rulekeeper deals blows to GOP’s immigration enforcement package
Republicans are expected to revamp the package to meet the strict rules of the filibuster-skirting process.
Do gas tax holidays actually bring relief at the pump?
Trump wants to suspend the federal gas tax, but state-level gas tax breaks could have a bigger impact at the pump, says one expert.
Ratcliffe meets with Cuban officials as CIA warns negotiation window 'will not stay open indefinitely'
CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a trip to Cuba Thursday to meet with officials amid negotiations that have followed President Trump’s public musings that he may invade the island nation. A CIA official also stressed Thursday that the window for negotiations may have a
McMaster calls on South Carolina lawmakers to return for redistricting special session
The governor of South Carolina announced a special legislative session on Thursday to push through a new congressional map that would effectively eliminate the state’s singular Democratic House seat. The move is the latest in a widespread redistricting effort from both parties
Comey says he 'never' considered asking Biden for preemptive pardon
Former FBI Director James Comey said Thursday that he “never” considered asking former President Biden for a preemptive pardon before President Trump returned to office last year and wouldn’t have accepted one if given. “I don’t know,” Comey responded after CNN’s Kasie Hunt
Senate panel clears crypto bill
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Senate panel advances crypto bill with bipartisan support A cryptocurrency regulation bill advanced out of the Senate Banking Committee on Thursday, clearing a key hurdle with the support of a pair of Democrats following a
House Ethics panel investigates sexual harassment claims against Chuck Edwards
The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is investigating claims of sexual harassment made against Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.). The committee said in a statement it is “reviewing allegations” that Edwards “may have created or fostered a hostile work environment and
Key Jeffries ally endorses aggressive tactics to create more blue seats
Even if majority-minority districts need to be redrawn, Rep. Greg Meeks said, “We’ve got to get more Democrats.”
Trump and Xi's initial meeting reveals dueling priorities
President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping brought dueling priorities to their high-stakes summit in Beijing, with Xi pressing Trump on Taiwan while Trump focused on trade, business and farmers. Trump showed up with nearly 20 top executives from companies like Tesla and
SCOTUS preserves abortion pill access — for now
Presented by Lilly {beacon} Health Care Health Care PRESENTED BY The Big Story SCOTUS preserves abortion pill access — for now The Supreme Court on Thursday ensured the abortion pill mifepristone will continue to be available through the mail without an in-person
Additional money for Iran conflict faces challenges, GOP senators warn
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Additional money for Iran conflict faces challenges, GOP senators warn Republican senators are saying that any request from President Trump for tens
Fetterman: Democratic base becoming 'increasingly anti-American'
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) on Wednesday accused the Democratic base of becoming "increasingly anti-American" amid calls against U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, Iran and Cuba. Reason magazine's Nick Gillespie, asked Fetterman on the "Reason Interview" podcast about
Comey says Trump seems 'off' compared with 2017
Former FBI Director James Comey said Thursday that “something’s off” with President Trump, arguing the president’s behavior has become more erratic and self-obsessed since his first term. “I mean, I've always thought Donald Trump was a little bit off, but whoa, compared to even
What Will Happen To Gasoline Prices When the Iran War Ends?
President Donald Trump on multiple occasions has assured the public that high gasoline prices will “rapidly” or “quickly” decline “as soon as” the war with Iran ends. Energy experts told us that prices will start to fall when the conflict is resolved, but it could take many
Supreme Court preserves abortion pill access over Alito, Thomas dissents
Abortion pills can remain available through the mail for the immediate future after the Supreme Court on Thursday paused a lower court ruling that would have blocked access while a lawsuit proceeds. The justices halted a May 1 order from the conservative U.S. Court of Appeals
House barely rejects limits on Iran war as GOP defections grow
Republicans managed to defeat the effort to rein in Trump despite three GOP lawmakers breaking ranks.
Ohio GOP congressman sues ex-wife over abuse allegations
Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) on Wednesday filed a defamation lawsuit against his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, the daughter of Sen. Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio), for accusing him of physically abusing her. Miller and Emily Moreno filed for divorce in August 2024 and have been engaged in a