Politics covers breaking political news from the United States, including developments involving the White House, Congress, federal agencies, elections, campaigns, and government officials. Articles in this section focus on verified facts, official statements, and documented actions shaping national policy and political power.
What is up with the design of the Obama Presidential Center? The Obama Presidential Center, located in Chicago’s South Side, is scheduled to open in June 2026. This significant building has recently faced criticism regarding its unique design, particularly its lack of windows. The Obama Foundation has addressed these concerns, explaining the rationale behind the … Read more
A Texas congresswoman has proposed that descendants of enslaved individuals should be temporarily exempt from taxes as a means of facilitating reparations. Democratic Representative Jasmine Crockett made this suggestion during an episode of the Black Lawyers Podcast released on Tuesday. In her comments, Crockett advocated for tax exemptions as an alternative approach to direct monetary … Read more
A major controversy has arisen regarding the Department of Justice (DOJ) under the Trump administration, focusing on the surveillance of a prominent investigative journalist. Julie K. Brown, an investigative reporter for the Miami Herald, discovered her flight itinerary among documents related to the FBI’s investigation of Jeffrey Epstein, a disgraced financier who faced serious criminal … Read more
The Trump-Kennedy Center has initiated a legal threat against jazz musician Chuck Redd after he canceled a planned performance on Christmas Eve. Redd’s cancellation was a protest against the center’s recent renaming in honor of former President Donald Trump. In a letter dated December 26, 2025, Trump-Kennedy Center President Richard Grenell claimed that the institution … Read more
In a recent national poll conducted by The Argument/Verasight, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez narrowly leads Vice President JD Vance in a hypothetical 2028 presidential race. Ocasio-Cortez, a Democrat from New York, receives 51 percent support compared to Vance’s 49 percent. The poll’s margin of error is 2.7 percentage points, indicating that the results are essentially a … Read more
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently issued a conclusion stating that federal education programs which reward colleges for meeting racial quotas are unconstitutional. This opinion was developed in response to a request from the Department of Education to assess the legality of federal programs that differentiate beneficiaries based on race, particularly in the context … Read more
Former National Security Adviser Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn has publicly criticized former Vice President Mike Pence, accusing him of betrayal and hypocrisy amid significant political turmoil. In a candid series of posts on social media platform X, Flynn expressed his discontent with Pence’s actions during a turbulent time in American politics. Critique of Pence’s Leadership … Read more
Recent events in Portland, Oregon, have escalated tensions between U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and demonstrators protesting against the agency’s operations. A notable incident captured on video features a protester being detained and transported away on a cart after refusing to walk. This video has quickly gone viral, highlighting the contentious atmosphere in the … Read more
Katie Pavlich, a well-known contributor to Fox News and a former editor at Townhall.com, has made the significant decision to leave Fox News. She will be hosting a new primetime show at 10 p.m. ET on NewsNation, set to launch in early 2026. The program aims to provide political news analysis, commentary, and debate, filling … Read more
In a significant political shift, South Dakota state Representative Peri Pourier has announced her decision to leave the Democratic Party and join the Republican Party. This move adds to the ongoing challenges faced by Democratic Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, as it reflects a trend of defections from the Democratic Party to the Republican Party. … Read more
On December 19, during a segment on CSPAN’s “Ceasefire” program, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) expressed strong criticism of his own party regarding the ongoing issues surrounding Obamacare. He emphasized that the current challenges linked to Obamacare and the impending expiration of temporary subsidies at the end of the year are the result of Democratic initiatives. … Read more
Recent disclosures from the U.S. Department of Justice have sparked significant interest and concern regarding the British royal family and their connections to Jeffrey Epstein. An email sent to Ghislaine Maxwell, a convicted sex trafficker, from an email address linked to “Balmoral” has come under scrutiny. The email, signed off as “A xxx,” raises questions … Read more
The recent release of government documents linked to Jeffrey Epstein’s criminal activities has stirred significant political controversy, particularly among those aiming to implicate former President Donald Trump. Contrary to expectations for damaging evidence against Trump, the documents have instead shifted scrutiny toward the Department of Justice (DOJ) and other influential figures affiliated with Democratic politics … Read more
In a significant political shift, Senator Robin Webb of Kentucky’s 18th Senate District has announced her decision to leave the Democratic Party and join the Republican Party. The announcement comes as a reflection of growing dissatisfaction within the Democratic Party at both the state and national levels. Implications for the Democratic Party Senator Webb’s departure … Read more
Senator Ted Cruz of Texas is contemplating a potential presidential run for the 2028 election, marking a significant moment in his political journey. At a meeting in November, Cruz spoke with Morton Klein, president of the Zionist Organization for America, where they discussed the growing concerns regarding antisemitism and criticism of Israel within the Republican … Read more
Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) has expressed strong disapproval of the ongoing attacks against Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, deeming them as “disgusting.” In a post on X, Fetterman criticized the relentless scrutiny directed toward a grieving family after a tragic loss. Fetterman emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, “It’s gross and dehumanizing … Read more
Four U.S. House Republicans, including three from Pennsylvania, joined Democrats to force a House vote on extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) premium subsidies. The three Pennsylvania representatives are Brian Fitzpatrick of Bucks County, Rob Bresnahan of Scranton, and Ryan Mackenzie of Lehigh Valley. They joined New York’s Mike Lawler to secure the 218 votes needed … Read more
Kata Hay, a former contestant on NBC’s singing competition “The Voice,” was arrested on December 17, 2025, in Oklahoma on an outstanding warrant for vehicular homicide. The arrest followed a multi-state law enforcement effort to locate and extradite her to Tennessee. Hay, whose legal name is Kata Huddleston, is accused of involvement in a fatal … Read more
An illegal immigrant crashed her car right into an ICE vehicle. Then she was detained and that’s how her day went. This was reported by Gregory K. Bovino on Facebook, who posted the following info: This blooper is one for the books! A driver ran a red light in Slidell, LA and accidentally crashed into … Read more
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is facing backlash for comments about Hispanic Americans serving with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Bass spoke with CNN’s The Situation Room during a feature profiling Border Patrol and ICE agents training to work along the southern border. CNN noted that a large percentage of recruits were of Hispanic … Read more
The Department of Justice has officially closed its investigation into former Trump administration border official Tom Homan, concluding that there was no credible evidence to support the allegations at the center of the probe. Federal officials determined that the case did not meet the threshold required to pursue criminal charges, bringing an end to an … Read more
Candace Owens admits not being invited to speak at Charlie Kirk’s memorial service, despite them being longtime friends. She claims they were still on good terms, despite what any rumors might have suggested. However, she did go into some conspiracy theories about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, suggesting that he had something to do with … Read more
Hillary Clinton is taking heat after she said one thing, then immediately did another. The former Secretary of State and two-time presidential loser said that “we have to stop demonizing each other” and then immediately began demonizing Republicans. She said this on the heels of the Charlie Kirk assassination as intelligent Americans began blaming the … Read more
Democrat Elizabeth Warren is currently focusing her attention on President Donald Trump, seemingly at the expense of addressing pressing issues that affect the American populace. In her latest comments against the president, she raised concerns regarding Tylenol and its potential effects on pregnant women, but her rhetoric may inadvertently create unnecessary anxiety among expectant mothers. … Read more
Burlington’s Crime Crisis Burlington, Vermont, is currently facing a significant crime crisis, as highlighted by an open letter signed by over 170 local businesses. This collective statement emphasizes the urgent need for intervention from city leaders to address the increasing crime rates that are affecting public safety and the local economy. Concerns About Public Safety … Read more
An officer in Orange County was fired after allegedly posting some concerning message on social media. One of the posts mentioned that he was part of ‘Antifa’ and another post suggested that right-wingers should face the “guillotine.” it was Detention Officer Brian Edwards and he was placed on leave as the department investigated the social … Read more
A man was arrested on federal charges Monday for allegedly pointing a laser at Marine One, the presidential helicopter carrying President Trump. The suspect was identified as Jacob Samuel Winkler, 33, of Washington, D.C. He was charged with pointing a laser beam at an aircraft, which is categorized as a felony with a maximum sentence … Read more