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Even as Donald Trump usurps legislative authority, Republicans in Congress have said little and done less.
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Trump’s war of words with Friedrich Merz takes toll on US-German relationship
President Trump has repeatedly attacked German Chancellor Friedrich Merz for comments he made about the U.S. role in the Iran war, targeting a leader who has worked hard to be in the president’s good graces and a country considered to be one of the U.S.’s strongest allies. The
The Great Antifa Hoax
Last July 4, a group of 11 protesters, among them a middle school teacher and a UPS worker, held what they called a “noise demonstration” outside the Prairieland Immigration and Customs Enforcement Detention Center in the town of Alvarado, Texas, about 30 miles south of Fort
DOJ casts Comey case as an ordinary threat prosecution. Is it?
The Justice Department is portraying its new prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey as not unlike dozens of other cases faced by individuals who have hurled threats at public officials. But the Comey case may present unique challenges for prosecutors seeking to secure
Rep. Dingell says she's 'very upset' by Platner's past comments on sexual assault
Rep. Debbie Dingell (D-Mich.) said she was troubled by social media posts that the leading Democrat in Maine’s Senate race made more than a decade ago about sexual assault. Last year, The Washington Post uncovered online comments that Graham Platner posted in 2013, in which
Trump warns of more cuts following withdrawal of 5,000 US troops from Germany
President Trump said on Saturday that he might pull even more U.S. military troops out of Germany, a threat that came one day after he ordered the Pentagon to withdraw approximately 5,000 service members from the country. “We are going to cut way down, and we’re cutting a lot
Czech Republic president on Trump’s anger with Europe over Iran war response: ‘We are not part of it’
The leader of the Czech Republic pushed back this week against President Trump’s accusations that Europe has failed to do its part to support the U.S.’s ongoing military operations against Iran. “I believe that Europe could do much more, but we are not part of it,” Czech
Maher tells Newsom his Fox News lawsuit ‘sounds like’ Trump
Late night host Bill Maher told California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) that his lawsuit against Fox News “sounds a lot like” President Trump. “That sounds exactly like what [Trump] does, suing media,” Maher said during an interview with the governor on Friday evening. California’s
Sunday shows preview: VRA ruling fuels redistricting battle; Iran war crosses 60 days
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling on the Voting Rights Act has triggered a fast-moving redistricting fight across the South, with lawmakers in several states pushing for new congressional and legislative maps even amid uncertainty over whether changes can be made in time for
Duffy: Iran war ‘was not the impetus’ for Spirit shutting down amid rising fuel prices
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy rebuffed the suggestion that Spirit Airlines was forced to shut down as a result of rising fuel prices brought on by the Iran war. “Spirit was in dire straits long before the war with Iran,” Duffy said during a press conference in New Jersey
‘Shock and share’: Iran makes social media a key front in war against America
Sassy comebacks, sarcastic insults and glossy AI-generated videos have all been key tools in Iran’s retaliation against the United States, as social media has become a key front in the more than two-month war. The battle playing out online demonstrates the Islamic Republic’s
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker undergoes medical procedure, pauses public events
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is recovering from a medical procedure he had on Friday and will put a pause on public events next week.
Medicare portal database exposed Social Security numbers: reports
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) unintentionally published Social Security data for at least 100 health providers, according to multiple outlets. The department took down its National Provider Directory after The Washington Post flagged the information to
Medicare portal database exposed Social Security numbers: Reports
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) unintentionally published Social Security data for at least 100 health providers, according to multiple outlets. The department took down its National Provider Directory after The Washington Post flagged the information to
Spirit Airlines to shutter after no Trump deal: What to know
Spirit Airlines on Saturday announced that it shut down all operations after failing to not reach a deal for a government bailout. The Trump administration drafted a $500 million bailout plan to save Spirit from ceasing operations, a plan that several Trump allies in Congress
Mississippi Democrat on potential redistricting after VRA ruling: ‘We have a fight ahead of us’
Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) on Saturday said the likely redistricting efforts that could kick off following the Supreme Court's ruling against a second Black majority congressional district in Louisiana leave Democrats with "a fight ahead of" them. Ahead of what was at the
Can playing Wordle increase productivity in the workplace?
(NEXSTAR) - Every day, millions of people log onto their computers or smartphones and play The New York Times's daily puzzle game, Wordle. But while it may seem like just a fun game added to a daily routine, it could affect workplace productivity. "I think it depends greatly on
Harley-Davidson recalls nearly 90,000 motorcycles
(WHTM) - The Harley-Davidson Motor Company announced it is recalling nearly 90,000 motorcycles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Harley Davidson is recalling certain 2024-2026 FLTRX, FLHX, 2025-2026 FXBR, FLFB, 2025 FLHXU, 2026 FLTRXL,
Trump endorses Barr in Kentucky GOP Senate primary for McConnell's seat
The leading GOP candidate in the primary race to replace retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) has now received the presidential stamp of approval. Rep. Andy Barr (R-Ky.) entered the race to fill the outgoing senator’s seat last April. President Trump lauded Barr as an “100%
State Department approves over $8B in arms sales to Gulf nations
The State Department on Friday approved over $8 billion in arms sales to Persian Gulf countries and Israel, nations that have all been involved in the U.S.-Israeli conflict in Iran. Purchases approved included an Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) to the United Arab
Meta’s historic loss in court could cost a lot more than $375 million
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez won a historic sum of $375 million in a landmark child safety case against Meta earlier this year. But the next stage of the fight could be even more consequential for Meta and the social media industry at large. Beginning Monday,
Majority say ethics, honesty in government have declined under Trump: Pew
More than half of Americans say the level of ethics and honesty in the federal government has declined since the start of President Trump’s second term, according to a new study from the Pew Research Center. The survey, released on Friday, found that 56 percent of U.S. adults
Musk's 'universal high income' serves tech oligarchs more than workers
Elon Musk's proposal to give government payouts to people who lose their jobs to AI is a bad idea that would take away individual accountability and initiative, and offload the negative externalities of automation onto the government.
Congress is breaking the appropriations process
Congress must address the Senate filibuster rule in order to preserve the appropriations process, rather than bypassing it with budget reconciliation, which would reduce transparency and limit oversight of federal spending.
Spirit Airlines shuts down after Trump’s war on Iran doubled jet fuel prices
The ultra-low-cost air carrier Spirit Airlines shut down operations after 34 years in business and canceled all flights at 3AM ET on Saturday morning. Its website now redirects to spiritrestructuring.com, instructing fliers not to go to airports, with air traffic control
Blanche challenges Obama’s framing of WHCD shooting: ‘Disappointing’
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Saturday blasted former President Obama’s response to the White House Correspondent’s Association (WHCA) dinner shooting last week as “disappointing.” Obama, in a statement the day after the incident, urged Americans to reject political
Supreme Court asked to halt limits on mail-order abortion pill Mifepristone
A pharmaceutical company that manufactures and distributes the abortion pill Mifepristone asked the Supreme Court on Saturday to block a federal appeals court ruling prohibiting doctors from prescribing the medication through telehealth services or dispensing it through the
False stories of ‘porn in schools’ are decoys for book bans
This bill would mean school districts across the country that reject book censorship would be thrust into this maelstrom.
US military signals Qatari jet on track for Air Force One use
The U.S. Air Force signaled on Friday that a luxury jet donated by Qatar is on track to be temporarily used as Air Force One as soon as this summer. The service announced in a news release that it has finished modifying and testing the Boeing 747, which is currently being
Armed Services Republicans 'very concerned' about US troops withdrawal from Germany
The chairmen of the House and Senate Armed Service committees on Saturday expressed they are "very concerned" about the withdrawal of 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany amid President Trump's feud with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Trump on Wednesday had announced that he was
In 2026, 'learn to code' has become 'learn to nurse'
Healthcare isn’t going anywhere, and can’t be outsourced.
How far did the Supreme Court’s Voting Rights Act decision go?
The Supreme Court’s invalidation of Louisiana’s congressional map has triggered a swirling debate about just how fundamentally the justices altered the Voting Rights Act landscape. Even the justices themselves disagree. The conservative majority brands it as merely an update.
Democrats erupt over abortion pill block: 'We won’t stop fighting'
Democrats are pushing back on a recent court ruling that blocked doctors’ ability to prescribe the abortion pill mifepristone through telehealth and dispense the drug through the mail, arguing it will significantly restrict reproductive care nationwide. “A court packed with
Bard College president exits as Epstein ties draw scrutiny
Leon Botstein announced on Friday that he is stepping down as the longtime president of Bard College amid scrutiny over his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Botstein wrote in an email obtained by The Associated Press that he would retire at the end of
Maher knocks Trump administration over latest Comey indictment: ‘Going a little crazy’
Comedian Bill Maher on Friday quipped that the Trump administration is "going a little crazy" with its second indictment of former FBI Director James Comey over an alleged threat to President Trump's life. Maher used his "Real Time" monologue to segue from the assassination
What is dynamic pricing and could it impact your grocery bill?
You may have already noticed an influx of digital price tags at your local grocery store. Here's why some are concerned about them.
Do states that spend more on education get better grades?
(NEXSTAR) - No matter where you live in the United States, you'd like to know that your children are getting the best education possible. Sadly though, some states place a stronger emphasis on education than others and invest significantly more money in their systems. But does
Rogan rips 'ridiculous' Kimmel backlash over Melania Trump joke
Podcaster Joe Rogan on Friday ripped the "ridiculous" backlash against late-night host Jimmy Kimmel for a joke he made days before a gunman attempted to target President Trump and other officials at the White House Correspondents Association (WHCA) dinner last weekend. Kimmel
Colorblind Constitution: The Roberts court ends a 'sordid business'
This decision will cement the legacy of the Roberts Court in moving the country toward a colorblind system of laws.
Trump administration unveils relief plan for travelers hit by Spirit shutdown
The Trump administration on Saturday announced a relief plan for travelers impacted by Spirit Airlines shutting down operations after a deal to receive a government bailout failed to materialize. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced that the airlines United, Delta and
House Republican calls national debt 'ticking time bomb'
Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) on Friday warned that the growing national debt is "a ticking time bomb" and he called on his fellow lawmakers to do "much more." The U.S. national debt crossed 100 percent of gross domestic product (GDP) at the end of the first quarter, the first time
Why taxpayers should check their withholding using this free tool
The 2026 tax filing deadline has passed, but experts recommend preparing for your next return now, especially in the wake of tax code changes in the Trump Administration's "One, Big, Beautiful Bill (OBBA)."
To power the new digital economy, Virginia moved the dead
In Virginia and other rural areas of America, data centers are building the future, often by displacing the past.
Oscar statuette found after TSA flagged it as weapon
Lufthansa said the airline is working to get the Oscar statuette back to Talankin.