Capitol agenda: FISA fight weighs on GOP priorities
House Republicans will need to figure out a FISA deal quickly or risk having the conflict impact the timeline for immigration enforcement funding.
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Eric Swalwell is what happens when special interests pick your congressman
America just learned about the real Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.), when accusations of sexual assault ended his gubernatorial campaign and his political career. People rightly began to ask why those who knew Swalwell's character hadn't done more to stop his rise. Let me explain:
How did the media miss the Swalwell story? The world may never know.
Just try not to notice the part where these short bursts of hyper-cautious journalism tend to benefit only one party, while the other party must contend with the media parroting unfounded and completely ridiculous allegations.
Iran talks on the rocks as time runs out on ceasefire
In today’s issue: The clock is ticking on the U.S. and Iran reaching a permanent deal to end their weeks-long war ahead of the conclusion of a two-week ceasefire that expires on Wednesday. The U.S. seizure on Sunday of an Iranian-flagged cargo ship trying to get past its
Transcript: Trump Accidentally Reveals His Contempt for MAGA Voters
The following is a lightly edited transcript of the April 20 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. Is MAGA shrinking before
5 injured, including students, in shooting near the University of Iowa
The investigation remains ongoing.
This week on The Hill: Senate takes first steps on reconciliation 2.0
The Senate is expected to vote as early as this week on a budget blueprint for a second reconciliation bill that includes funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol. But Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) will likely have to appease
The Terrifying Convergence of Fetal Personhood Laws and Abortion Bans
In March, when Georgia police arrested a 31-year-old mother, alleged that she’d had an abortion, and charged her with murder, the woman’s mugshot circulated far faster than the facts did. An officer with the Kingsland police claimed that in December, they had been “alerted to
Senate Republicans hope Supreme Court 'surprise' could help save majority
Senate Republicans who fear their three-seat majority could be in danger in this year’s midterm election would welcome the retirement of conservative Justice Samuel Alito as an “October surprise” that could change their political fortunes by rallying GOP-leaning voters to the
NFL takes heat from GOP, Trump DOJ on cost of watching games
Federal regulators and members of Congress are voicing frustration with the NFL’s media rights dealmaking and are vowing to rein in its unmatched leverage in the live sports marketplace. The Roger Goodell-led pro football league is reportedly the subject of an investigation
My Father, the Midcentury Man—With a Lifetime of Secrets
I had always read James Baldwin’s declaration “ I want to be an honest man and a good writer” as a statement of artistic ambition—the kind of thing a young person, defining themselves for the world, says in order to be taken seriously. It comes at the end of “Autobiographical
Did Donald Trump Promise Iran $20 Billion? If So—Is that Treason?
Last Friday morning, Axios published a scoop about the Trump administration’s negotiations with Iran. The administration, according to four sources, wants Iran to give up its stockpile of enriched uranium, of which it possesses about 2.2 tons in various underground facilities.
Democrats gain ground in Iowa governor’s race
The race for governor in Iowa is gearing up to be closer than expected as Democrat Rob Sand campaigns to replace retiring Republican Gov. Kim Reynolds and pull off the state's first Democratic gubernatorial win in nearly two decades. The nonpartisan Cook Political Report
As GOP interest in Bondi fizzles, Democrats push for chance to question her
The small band of House Republicans who backed the effort to subpoena former Attorney General Pam Bondi have brushed off a plan from Democrats to hold her in contempt, leading to a split in the parties on how much there is to glean from hearing from her. Rep. Nancy Mace
Trump Library Saga Takes Dark Turn: Where Did Millions in Funding Go?
Last year, four huge companies pledged tens of millions of dollars to help fund the creation of Donald Trump’s presidential library, a planned monstrosity in Miami that—in a perfect Trumpian twist—may also double as a hotel. The companies—ABC; Paramount; Meta; and X, formerly
Trump Accidentally Admits What He Really Thinks of MAGA Voters
Donald Trump just erupted at MAGA allies for oppposing his war. In one tirade , he attacked Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly and others as “FAKE MAGA.” In another , he slammed them as “Low IQ.” Similarly, his pollster, John McLaughlin, claimed that the MAGA base “doesn’t consider”
Republicans stare down a growing, neverending FISA crisis
Continued disagreements over the extension of a key government spy authority are threatening other facets of the GOP agenda.
Pope Leo, Vance seek to mend fences after Trump feud
Pope Leo XIV and Vice President Vance on Saturday both said the presumed feud with President Trump was misinterpreted. “There’s been a certain narrative that has not been accurate in all of its aspects, but because of the political situation created when, on the first day of
Father killed 7 of his children and another child in Louisiana mass shooting: Police
A suspect in the mass shooting in Shreveport, La., that occurred early Sunday was determined to be the father of 7 of the 8 children he shot to death, officials say. The alleged gunman, Louisiana man Shamar Elkins, was identified by police after he was fatally wounded
2 US Embassy officials die in car crash in Mexico
Two U.S. Embassy officials died in a car crash on Sunday alongside one Mexican official and an officer in the Mexican state of Chihuahua. The group had worked earlier to shut down a drug lab in the municipality of Morelos, according to Reuters. “This tragedy is a solemn
Most voters blame Trump for rising gas prices: Poll
Most registered voters blame President Trump for rising gas prices, according to a new poll. Quinnipiac University’s national poll, which was released Wednesday, found that more than half of respondents, 51 percent, blame Trump "a lot" for gas prices spiking while 14 percent
House Oversight Committee to investigate missing, dead scientists
House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) on Sunday said the committee will investigate the deaths and disappearances of 10 American scientists who all had links to U.S. nuclear or space research programs. Authorities have not confirmed an
House braces for next wave of potential expulsions focused on Cherfilus-McCormick, Mills
House lawmakers are bracing for the next wave of expulsions. Former Reps. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) and Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) avoided the boot only by quitting their seats in the face of allegations of sexual misconduct with staffers. Now, the expulsion battle is poised to
Republican gubernatorial candidate dismisses Trump's approval rating in California
Steve Hilton, a Republican running for governor in California, said Sunday that President Trump’s low approval rating in his state will not play a role in the outcome of the gubernatorial race. “This election is going to be about the future of California and the fact that we're
Trump says US Navy forcibly seized Iranian-flagged cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz
President Trump on Sunday said the U.S. military attacked an Iranian-flagged cargo ship attempting to bypass the U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. “The U.S. Navy Guided Missile Destroyer USS SPRUANCE intercepted the TOUSKA [ship] in the Gulf of Oman, and gave them
Waltz on US boarding Iran-linked vessels: 'All options are on the table'
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz on Sunday said “all options are on the table” when it comes to limiting Iran’s control of the Strait of Hormuz and economic benefits tied to opening the critical shipping channel. When asked if U.S. troops would board vessels
Waltz says Trump's threats against Iranian civilian infrastructure 'perfectly acceptable'
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz on Sunday defended President Trump’s threats to strike Iranian civilian infrastructure. Earlier Sunday, Trump said if Iran does not accept the “very fair and reasonable” peace deal his administration is proposing, then the U.S.
Rick Scott calls for 'commonsense' reforms to FISA
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) on Sunday called for “commonsense” reforms to Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), as debate over the law has split the GOP on Capitol Hill. Scott told host Shannon Bream on “Fox News Sunday” that Congress has to “make
Tapper, Stefanik spar over Trump's 'whole civilization will die' message to Iran
CNN anchor Jake Tapper and Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) had a contentious discussion Sunday about President Trump said earlier this month that a “whole civilization will die” in Iran. During an interview on “State of the Union,” Tapper referenced college students chanting,
8 children killed, teenager among 3 people injured in 'tragic' Louisiana mass shooting: Police
Two women and a teenager were also injured in the incident, police said Sunday afternoon.
A permit should mean something. CERTAIN Act guards projects from political meddling.
The CERTAIN Act is a bipartisan bill that aims to protect lawfully issued permits from political interference, increase accountability during review, and ensure projects can move forward on time, which is essential for the U.S. to build the necessary infrastructure to meet
Kaine: Strait of Hormuz should be 'open to all'
Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine (D) said Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz must be reopened for all shipping traffic after Iran announced the waterway's closure in response to the ongoing U.S. blockade. "If they're going to be open, I think they have to be open to all," Kaine told Fox
GOP battle over Salazar’s Dignity Act immigration bill has Republicans lashing out
Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) has a message for those attacking her and her signature Dignity Act immigration reform and border security legislation: Bring it on. The South Florida congresswoman has faced an onslaught of criticism from right-wing commentators and from
Eric Swalwell was knifed by the party that long sheltered him
Eric Swalwell, a Democratic congressman, resigned after four women came forward with sexual assault allegations, revealing years of alleged misconduct that the Democratic establishment had ignored.
Most of the nation's top names are the same since the 1700s – except these 7 that are new
Think you've got a classic last name? A small handful of surnames have dominated in the U.S. since 1790. But recent history tells a different story.
Patel says he'll sue Atlantic for defamation over report on heavy drinking
FBI Director Kash Patel said Sunday that he will sue The Atlantic for defamation after the magazine published a Friday story detailing his alleged drinking habits and absences from the bureau. “Absolutely. It’s coming tomorrow,” he told host Maria Bartiromo on Fox News’s
Wright: Gas prices dropping to less than $3 'might not happen until next year'
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that gas prices may not drop to less than $3 until next year, as energy prices spike amid Iran’s restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. “I don't know. That could happen later this year. That might not happen until next
What is kratom, the herbal product with a complicated reputation?
Some say it can be useful in managing drug withdrawal symptoms, pain and stress. Others, including California's governor, say it's at least partially to blame for several deaths.
The high cost of high minimum wages
In the long run, the best way to help struggling families is through pro-growth policies that create jobs.
Mamdani describes relationship with Trump as 'productive'
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) on Sunday characterized his working relationship with President Trump as "productive." "I would say it's honest. It's direct, and it's productive," he told NBC's Kristen Welker on "Meet the Press." Both Mamdani and Trump have hurled
Wright says Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until Iran deal is reached
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz will likely remain closed until the U.S. and Iran reach a deal to permanently end hostilities. “After a deal is reached,” Wright told host Jake Tapper on CNN’s “State of the Union,” when the latter asked when
The creator of the gender reveal party is 'horrified' at what parents are doing now
"If I could have gone back and never done it I wouldn't, just for the sole reason of not affecting her childhood. I would have never done it."
AI and robotics will aid, not end, human space exploration
The new technology of AI paired with robotics will actually enhance human capacity to do useful things.
Trump accuses Iran of violating ceasefire, announces Monday talks in Islamabad
President Trump on Sunday accused Iran of violating the two-week ceasefire by firing at ships in the Strait of Hormuz. “Iran decided to fire bullets yesterday in the Strait of Hormuz — A Total Violation of our Ceasefire Agreement! Many of them were aimed at a French Ship, and
Winning the war in Ukraine is about more than just numbers
Beyond military and economic conflicts, a major psychological battle is taking place.