A new set of ‘Four Questions’ for anti-Israel protestors
This week, I have my own set of Four Questions, posed to the young people occupying and disrupting college campuses and businesses to protest Israel.
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Southern Autoworkers Call B.S. on Republican Anti-Union Agitprop
The UAW’s successful unionization effort last week at a Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee—the first successful unionization effort at a car factory in the South since the 1940s—is breaking the brains of Republicans in that region. They’re truly astonished that workers
Texas Gov. Abbott faces backlash after mass arrest at UT Austin pro-Palestine protest
After Texas state troopers arrested more than 50 people at a University of Texas at Austin protest this week, Gov. Greg Abbott (R) is facing accusations that the state went too far. Police in riot gear broke up an unsanctioned but nonviolent demonstration at the state's
Bill that would fine parents for kids' crimes passes Tennessee legislature
If parents can't afford the fine, they will be able to work it off through community service.
Political party scene heats up for Correspondents' dinner: Here's what's happening
The political party scene is popping, with more than 25 events poised to be held in honor of this year's White House Correspondents' Association dinner. Here's a running list of all the parties, galas and other gatherings taking place around Washington timed to coincide with
Harris to highlight economic opportunities for Black Americans in multistate tour
Vice President Harris will kick off a multistate tour on Monday touting economic opportunities for Black Americans in an effort to mobilize the critical voting base for Democrats ahead of November's election. The Economic Opportunity Tour will begin in Atlanta followed by an
Monica Lewinsky joins in on Taylor Swift viral 'asylum' meme with White House image
Author and activist Monica Lewinsky on Wednesday got in on the latest viral Taylor Swift meme, using a popular lyric from the global superstar's newest album "The Tortured Poets Department" in a nod to the media firestorm she faced while an intern in the White House. The meme
It’s not just Biden versus Trump, but registered versus likely voters
Biden has historically struggled here, while Trump has overperformed.
Lobbying World: FTC, White House alum joins anti-monopoly watchdog
Elizabeth Wilkins will join the American Economic Liberties Project as a senior fellow. Wilkins comes from the Federal Trade Commission, where she was chief of staff to the chair and director of the Office of Policy Planning, and she was previously a senior adviser to the chief
Bill Barr Might Be Wishing He Hadn’t Endorsed Trump After All
Donald Trump couldn’t resist throwing an insult at the latest high-profile Republican to endorse him: his former attorney general, Bill Barr. In a late-night Truth Social post on Wednesday, Trump gleefully posted news of Barr’s endorsement, with a jab thrown in: “Wow! Former
Alina Habba Proves Once Again She May Be Trump’s Most Idiotic Lawyer
One of Donald Trump’s most visible attorneys just made another legal faux pax—but this time, the person most upset with her might be her own client. Alina Habba admitted Wednesday night that Trump actually doesn’t have very good odds of being acquitted in his New York
Weinstein conviction overturned by New York high court, citing judicial error
New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape and sexual assault conviction Thursday, ruling the judge who presided over the case made "egregious errors" in the watershed trial. In a 4-3 decision, the state Court of Appeals said Judge James Burke prejudiced
Orbán encourages Trump to 'fight for his own truth' at CPAC event in Hungary
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán encouraged former President Trump to “fight for his own truth,” during the Conservative Political Action Conference in Hungary. The European Union's longest-serving leader defended Trump during the third annual CPAC Hungary in Budapest.
Kim Kardashian to join Harris for roundtable with pardon recipients
Kim Kardashian will join Vice President Harris at the White House on Thursday for a roundtable on criminal justice reform that will highlight President Biden's use of pardon power. A White House official said Kardashian, a reality television star who has become an outspoken
DC eyes chance to 'exhale' as it enters Correspondents' dinner party mode
Amid a backdrop of conflicts abroad and the rough-and-tumble election, Washington is ready to party, with a dizzying number of events lined up in celebration of the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner. The annual dinner on Saturday hosted by the WHCA — and
Biden replaces coordinator for Gaza aid with head of US Institute of Peace
The Biden administration is appointing the head of the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) to take over the role of coordinator for humanitarian aid to Gaza. Lise Grande, the CEO and President of USIP and veteran United Nations diplomat, will take over the role of special envoy for
Alsobrooks drops Senate ad featuring top Maryland Democrats
Maryland Senate candidate Angela Alsobrooks (D) released a new ad on Thursday featuring top Democrats from the Old Line State as she vies for the seat against Rep. David Trone (D-Md.) in the Democratic primary. “We know Maryland,” says Gov. Wes Moore (D) in the ad, followed by
Five things to know about the return of net neutrality rules
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is set to vote Thursday to restore Obama-era net neutrality rules. Here’s what you need to know: What is net neutrality? Net neutrality refers to the principle that internet service providers should treat all information that
The costs of buying a home has hit an all-time high: report
It is more expensive than ever to buy a home in the U.S., according to a new report from the real estate company Redfin. The median home price hit a record $383,725 during the four week period ending April 21. That’s up 5.2 percent from a year ago, Redfin found, one of the
Trump tops Biden by just two points in new Florida poll
Former President Trump in a new poll is leading President Biden by just two points in his home state of Florida, which is a longtime swing state but has been seen as relatively safe territory for Republicans in recent elections. The poll from the University of North Florida
Two American pastimes: Baseball and theft by government
It would be fitting for Clemente to hit yet another home run — this time for freedom — a full five decades after his last at bat.
Supreme Court weighs limits of presidential immunity in Trump case: Listen live
The Supreme Court will weigh the limits of presidential immunity Thursday in an unprecedented and historic case with significant implications for former President Trump, his legal fights and the 2024 race for the White House. Trump is pushing an argument that has already been
Biden and 17 other world leaders issue call for Hamas to release remaining hostages in Gaza
President Biden and 17 other world leaders issued a statement Thursday calling on Hamas to release the remaining hostages taken during the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks in Israel, arguing that doing so would bring about a prolonged cease-fire in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. "We
10 years later, Flint's and America's water remains unnecessarily hazardous
We the people are demanding stronger regulations and enforcement measures to protect the most vulnerable members of our society.
Omar says Johnson stirring up 'anger and hate' with Columbia visit
Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) took aim at Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) visit to Columbia University Wednesday, saying he was creating more “anger and hate” by making the visit. “This is a man who is holding on to his Speakership. He knows he might be on the chopping block," Omar
Johnson defends Israel when asked about children's deaths
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Wednesday doubled down on his support for Israel, pinning the blame on militant group Hamas for deaths of children in Gaza. "There have been civilians murdered, but that is not the fault of Israel, it's the fault of the terrorists — the
Trump mocks Barr after endorsement, says he will remove 'lethargic' label
Former President Trump late Wednesday swiped at his one-time attorney general, Bill Barr, after Barr said he would support the GOP presidential ticket despite his criticisms. "Wow! Former A.G. Bill Barr, who let a lot of great people down by not investigating Voter Fraud in our
US economic growth falls short of expectations with 1.6 percent annualized gain
U.S. economic growth dipped below 2 percent during the first quarter for the first time in more than a year and a half, according to a new government reading released Thursday. Gross domestic product (GDP) grew at an annualized rate of 1.6 percent during the first quarter of
Supreme Court debates whether coup, assassination would be official acts: Live updates
Former President Trump has a busy day in court Thursday as his New York hush money trial collides with presidential immunity arguments before the Supreme Court. David Pecker, the former publisher of the National Enquirer, has retaken the stand in Manhattan where he continues
Trump downplays 2017 Charlottesville rally: It was a 'peanut' compared to Israel-Gaza campus protests
Former President Trump on Thursday downplayed the severity of the deadly 2017 white nationalist rally in Charlottesville compared to the mounting demonstrations on college campuses over the situation in Gaza. Trump noted in a post on Truth Social that President Biden frequently
The new Duranty effect: Russia's propaganda machine remains effective a century later
The importance of countering Russia's information warfare has never been higher.
Dozens arrested at USC protests
Dozens of student protesters at the University of Southern California (USC) were arrested Wednesday night amid escalating tensions on college campuses throughout the country over the ongoing war in Gaza between Israel and Hamas. The demonstrators were arrested peacefully, after
A historic 10 days for Joe Biden
This is the week it all came together, and President Biden showed why his experience and wisdom as a global leader keeps America strong.
Trump lawyer on hush money case: 'I don’t have hopes really that high'
Alina Habba, an attorney for former President Trump, signaled she does not have high hopes for the former president’s success in the New York hush money trial. “But I don't have hopes really that high at this moment that the New York courts will do the right thing, that the
Idahoans have chosen to protect life. Biden is trying to stop us.
The Biden administration has sued my state for exercising democracy.
Biden needs to give Putin something to worry about
Anything would be more persuasive than Biden's "don't."
Morning Report — New legal problems for Trumpworld in Arizona
Today, former President Trump will present the Supreme Court with a novel legal argument as justices consider his claim to absolute immunity from prosecution. At the same time, Arizona’s top prosecutor is countering Trump’s argument that his decisions as president provide him a
Pro-Palestinian campus protests roil political debate in Washington
College students demonstrating their support for Palestinians on campuses across the country are shaking up the political debate on Capitol Hill, pitting Israel’s closest allies in both parties against more liberal Democrats siding with the protesters in accusing the country of
Mike Johnson’s Cynical, Grandstanding Visit to Columbia University
Last week, House Speaker Mike Johnson channeled Arthur Vandenberg as he adroitly steered desperately needed military aid to Ukraine around isolationists in his own party. Vandenberg is best remembered as the florid Michigan Republican senator who went from an American Firster
Immigration advocates see work permits as Biden's best option
President Biden’s left flank is pushing for expanded work permits for undocumented immigrants, not just as a humanitarian imperative, but as a political boon ahead of November. Speculation over Biden’s next play on immigration has reached a fever pitch, with reports of imminent
How Paul Manafort Turned Trump Against Ukraine
This week’s passage of a military aid package to Ukraine means that Donald Trump’s efforts to block American provisions for Kyiv have, for the first time in months, faltered. But while isolationism and appeasement may have played a role in Trump’s moves to strangle support for
Elon Musk’s Weird Excuse for Tesla’s Tumble: We’re Not a Car Company!
Elon Musk is prone to strange asides in all aspects of his life, but Tesla’s quarterly earnings call earlier this week found him in rare form: Speaking to investors, the CEO droned on about everything from alien abductions to the Irish Republican Army, and seemed to signal his
