Trump’s CDC pick wins Senate confirmation

Senators voted mostly on party lines for Erica Schwartz, but Democrat Tim Kaine also backed her, citing her qualifications for the job.

Peters argues Fauci can't be punished for pleading Fifth ahead of contempt vote

COVID czar Anthony Fauci cannot be prosecuted for asserting his Fifth Amendment rights in a recent hearing, Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.) wrote in a letter to colleagues, arguing the former government scientist's pardon does not undermine his constitutional protections. The

Blanche defers to Trump on Pirro's future over Reflecting Pool case: 'That’s his call'

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Wednesday deferred questions on U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro's future to President Trump, saying "that's his call." Blanche, who once was Trump's personal attorney, told reporters that "Judge Pirro is doing a

Trump’s Deportations Turn Into New Horror With End of TPS for Haitians

Temporary Protected Status has officially ended for Haitians, putting hundreds of thousands of people at risk of being deported—even though the United States still designates Haiti with a level 4 “Do Not Travel” advisory. On Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes of

Senate confirms Erica Schwartz as new CDC leader

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will soon have a new official director for the first time in nearly a year, after the Senate on Wednesday voted to confirm Dr. Erica Schwartz. Schwartz was confirmed on a mostly party-line 51-44 vote. Sen. Tim Kaine (Va.)

The risks of many diseases are linked to birth order, study finds

The study didn’t include uninsured families or those on Medicaid, which means the data may be skewed.

450K student loan borrowers eligible for debt relief after court ruling

The Education Department will erase roughly $11 billion in federal student loan debt owed by more than 170,000 borrowers after a federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration’s attempt to delay relief for students who claimed they were defrauded by their schools. The

Moreno responds to Johnson

Does permanent daylight saving time save energy? What studies have found

With a little less than three months until our clocks are set to "fall back" to standard time, the pressure to pass a bill that could prevent that is on, including from the Oval Office.

Democrats refer Wright to DOJ for prosecution, accusing him of lying to Congress

Two House Democrats have formally referred Energy Secretary Chris Wright to the Department of Justice (DOJ) for potential prosecution, accusing him of lying to Congress about whether green grants were canceled for partisan reasons. In a letter made public on Wednesday, Reps.

Hegseth’s choice for Army chief hits Senate snag

Acting Army chief of staff Gen. Christopher LaNeve previously served as Pete Hegseth’s senior military aide.

Democrats quickly coalesce around El-Sayed after Michigan primary win

Democrats are quickly coalescing around Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed following his narrow Tuesday primary win. Several lawmakers who previously backed his competitor Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) said it was time to change course and support the party nominee

New Mexico suing DOJ, Blanche for access to unredacted Epstein records in Zorro Ranch investigation

New Mexico is suing the Department of Justice (DOJ) for access to a set of unredacted Jeffrey Epstein records, alleging the agency is withholding documents that could aid the state’s investigation into the convicted sex offender’s alleged crimes at a remote ranch outside Santa

'Uncommitted' movement co-founder wins Democratic state Senate primary in Michigan

Abbas Alawieh, co-founder of the Uncommitted National Movement, is projected to win a Democratic state Senate primary in Michigan, according to Decision Desk HQ. The 2nd Senate District — which includes Dearborn, Dearborn Heights and parts of Allen Park and Detroit — was the

Watch live: Trump seeks to sell economic agenda, tax cuts in Las Vegas speech

President Trump will deliver remarks Thursday afternoon in Las Vegas highlighting his administration's economic agenda and promoting the sweeping tax cuts enacted through the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which he signed into law last year. The speech comes as Trump seeks to

Democratic Women's Caucus leaders call on Max Miller to resign

Leaders of the Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC) on Wednesday called on Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) to resign, as the House Ethics Committee probes abuse allegations levied against him by his ex-wife. DWC Chair Teresa Leger Fernández (N.M.) and Vice Chairs Hillary Scholten (Mich.)

For Babydog, it’s time to help the greyhounds

Federation of Humane Organizations of West Virginia President Theresa Bruner is calling on Sen. Jim Justice to support the Greyhound Protection Act in the Senate Agriculture Committee to end state-subsidized greyhound racing.

Stephen A. Smith knocks WNBA coach for backing trans athletes: 'Irresponsible'

Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith on Tuesday heavily criticized a WNBA coach over a shirt she wore courtside that said, “Trans Kids Belong.” In a game Sunday against the Indiana Fever, Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve wore the shirt following comments made by Fever

Sabato's Crystal Ball shifts Kansas Senate race in Democrats' favor

Election handicapper Sabato’s Crystal Ball on Tuesday shifted the Kansas Senate race from safe Republican to likely Republican following the Rev. Adam Hamilton’s Democratic primary win. Sabato’s Crystal Ball said a Hamilton win is a “long shot” but highlighted his $3.09 million

Big Oil wants to rig the courts. You’ll pay for it on your utility bill.

Congressman Mike Levin argues that rising energy costs and climate disaster expenses stem from fossil fuel industry deception and lack of corporate accountability, proposing the Energy Bills Relief Act as a solution.

El-Sayed Faces Barrage of Racist Attacks After Michigan Win

Abdul El-Sayed’s win in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary is already drawing bigoted attacks from the right. President Trump called El-Sayed a “Communist loser who hates Jews and Israel” Wednesday morning, saying that his victory was “Great News for the Republican Party,” in

Max Miller’s Democratic opponent doesn't want to talk about Max Miller

Ironworker Brian Poindexter is challenging the embattled congressman in his Ohio district.

New Mexico Sues Trump DOJ for Blocking Epstein Ranch Investigation

New Mexico sued the Department of Justice and acting Attorney General Todd Blanche Wednesday for “stonewalling” its investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch. In a 40-page filing , New Mexico asked for access to unredacted documents from the Epstein files that it claimed

De Blasio: Talarico's 'kitchen table' talk 'worst nightmare for Republicans'

Former New York Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) said Tuesday that Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico’s discussion of “kitchen table issues” is Republicans’ “worst nightmare” as Democrats look to clinch a Senate seat in the Lone Star State. “When you listen to Talarico,

'I'm not done!' Jake Tapper presses Max Miller over abuse claims

In an interview with CNN's Jake Tapper, Miller rejected calls to resign and compared his political future to that of President Trump. That comparison says as much about today's Republican Party as it does about Miller himself.

Sanders: Carville should 'start his own party'

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) on Tuesday invited Democratic strategist James Carville to "start his own party" after the pundit voiced his disapproval of left-wing candidates running for office. Sanders, in an interview with CNN's Abby Phillip, responded to remarks Carville made

Why Abdul El-Sayed Is the Favorite in November

You can watch this episode of Right Now With Perry Bacon above or by following this show on YouTube or Substack . Public health official Abdul El-Sayed defeated Representative Haley Stevens in a Michigan Senate primary that had become one of the most intense, closely watched

Scott Jennings: It'd be 'proper' for Republicans to get Miller replacement candidate

On Tuesday, Republican political commentator Scott Jennings said it would be “proper” for the GOP to find a replacement candidate for Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) as his deadline to drop out approaches. Speaking on "CNN NewsNight," Jennings was asked about the ongoing situation

El-Sayed zeroes in on Rogers after Michigan Senate primary win

Progressive Abdul El-Sayed immediately zeroed in on his Republican opponent, Mike Rogers, by calling the former House lawmaker a carpetbagger and "corporate sellout" after clinching the Democratic primary nod in the Michigan Senate race. “Mike's a guy who spent 14 years in

Erica Schwartz clears Senate hurdle on path to CDC director confirmation

Erica Schwartz is one step closer to being the new director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) after clearing a key procedural hurdle on Wednesday. The Senate voted 51-43 to end debate on her nomination, clearing a path for a confirmation vote later in the

What Johnson told Edwards

Feds Arrest Armed Man at Trump Golf Course Ahead of His Visit

Authorities in California arrested a man who was walking around the Los Angeles area Trump National Golf Club on Sunday afternoon. Jeanine John Taele, 38, first arrived at the golf course on Friday, July 31, three days before Trump was scheduled to be there. He was seen wearing

Progressive candidate triumphs over moderate in Michigan

🚁 Plus: FAA investigates Trump helicopter, DCA safety incident {beacon} It’s Wednesday. The new season of “Ted Lasso” is out on Apple TV+ today! I’m definitely baking “Biscuits with the Boss” today to celebrate. In today's issue: Progressive El-Sayed defeats Stevens in

Disney, TikTok strike content-sharing deal

Disney and TikTok announced a content-sharing deal Wednesday that will allow creators to post across both companies' vertical video platforms. Those who opt in to the program will be able to pull from characters and stories across Disney’s brands including Pixar, Marvel, Star

Socialist Francesca Hong wants to cancel Thanksgiving?

Just when you thought the cast of wacky characters running for office in Democratic primaries couldn’t get any crazier.

KOSA advances Senate panel; age verification bill falls short of meeting quorum

A Senate panel advanced the landmark Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) in a markup Wednesday, while an age verification bill to keep minors off pornography websites failed after the committee did not meet quorum. The Senate Commerce Committee's unanimous support for KOSA was

Whitmer endorses El-Sayed after backing Stevens in Michigan Senate primary

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D) endorsed Abdul El-Sayed on Wednesday, after he narrowly defeated Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Mich.) to win the Democratic Senate nomination in the state. “Congratulations to Jocelyn Benson, Abdul El-Sayed and every Democrat who won up and down the

Will Trump fire Jeanine Pirro over the Reflecting Pool case? Join the live discussion

Why is Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia, looking to drop the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool prosecution? Will President Trump fire her? Join Legal Affairs Editor Zach Schonfeld and reporter Sophie Brams as they discuss the turmoil and the dispute

Senate Democrats knock Republicans over 'assault' on Social Security

Congressional Democrats sent a letter Tuesday to Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) calling on Republicans to put forward a plan to save Social Security from insolvency. The letter, led by seven senior Democratic lawmakers, calls on Republicans to find solutions to

Fetterman to oppose Blanche's nomination to head Justice Department

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) says he will vote against acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s nomination to serve in the role permanently, putting more pressure on Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) to limit GOP defections on the high-profile nominee. “If you’re going to

States are increasing food stamp fraud — on purpose

A new report highlights how several states, including New Mexico, are leveraging a legislative loophole in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act to delay implementing reforms aimed at reducing food stamp waste, fraud and abuse.

OpenAI settles DOJ claim it discriminated against US citizens in hiring

OpenAI reached a $3.2 million settlement with the Department of Justice (DOJ) over claims that it discriminated against U.S. citizens with its hiring practices. The DOJ’s investigation involved “fewer than 10” positions but argued it was important to crack down on unfair

Trump’s Freedom 250 Fair Sponsors Failed to Disclose Their Donations

Freedom 250’s corporate sponsors may have violated the Lobbying Disclosure Act. Some of America’s biggest corporations shelled out millions of dollars to support Freedom 250, the Trump administration’s public-private partnership that oversaw spending for the country’s

Trump on El-Sayed's win in Michigan: 'Great news for the Republican Party'

President Trump said Wednesday that progressive Abdul El-Sayed’s win in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary is “great news for the Republican Party.” “Great news for the Republican Party. El-Sayed, a Communist loser who hates Jews and Israel, is the projected winner in this

Missouri election chief rejects petition for referendum on new Trump-backed districts

Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins on Tuesday said he will block a citizens' petition for a new redistricting referendum on the state's redrawn GOP-led congressional map backed by President Trump. "At issue is not the number of signatures turned in to challenge the new

More than 20K cyclosporiasis cases suspected in US as outbreak reportedly linked to 6 more states

All but three states have reported cases potentially linked to the outbreak.

Ossoff picks up Flake endorsement in Georgia Senate race

Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) has garnered an endorsement from former GOP Sen. Jeff Flake (Ariz.) in his bid to keep his seat. “I’m still a conservative Republican. But character matters. And I want someone in that seat who takes the institution seriously and will protect the

Trump Breaks With Reality on Reflecting Pool “Vandalism” Case

President Trump continues to insist that the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was vandalized, even after D.C. U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro admitted in court that it was not. Speaking to reporters outside of Air Force One in Los Angeles Tuesday night, Trump defended the

Artemis II showed the world what American excellence looks like

Rep. Don Bacon introduced the Artemis II Congressional Gold Medal Act to honor the historic crew of the first mission to fly around the Moon in over five decades.

Thune tees up action on college sports bill

The move sets up a vote as soon as Friday, though a deal could speed things up.