The Trump administration will ease automotive tariffs on Tuesday, reducing duties on foreign parts used in US-made cars. The move avoids double taxation on imported vehicles while rewarding domestic manufacturing. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick hailed the decision as a win for both domestic automakers and American workers, incentivizing investment...
President Trump expressed confidence in Pete Hegseth, the scandal-ridden head of the U.S. military, stating Hegseth is "gonna get it together." This follows reports of Hegseth firing top advisors, installing a Pentagon makeup studio, and sharing sensitive information via unsecured Signal chats. Trump acknowledged Hegseth's struggles but defended...
Pittsburgh's mayoral Democratic primary is a crucial test for the party's future. Incumbent Ed Gainey, a progressive elected in 2021, faces a strong challenge from Corey O'Connor, the county controller. The race reflects a broader national struggle between the party's progressive and centrist wings, focusing on issues like crime,...
Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-MI) introduced articles of impeachment against President Trump, citing abuse of power, constitutional violations, and threats to democracy. The seven articles allege obstruction of justice, usurpation of power, abuse of trade powers, First Amendment violations, creation of an unlawful office, bribery, and tyrannical overreach. Thanedar's...
Maine Republican lawmaker Laurel Libby is appealing to the Supreme Court after being censured and barred from voting in the state House for criticizing transgender athletes' participation in girls' sports. Libby, who posted about specific athletes on X, argues that preventing her from voting disenfranchises her constituents. Her...
President Trump issued an executive order mandating stricter enforcement of English proficiency requirements for commercial truck drivers. The order aims to improve road safety by reversing a previous policy that neglected the existing federal law requiring English proficiency. The Department of Transportation will rescind outdated guidance and revise...
Canada's 2025 federal election results are coming in, with early reports showing no clear majority. The Liberal Party, after a recent surge in polls, is competing with the Conservative Party. The party winning the most seats (172 needed for a majority) will form the government, and its leader...
President Trump welcomed the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles to the White House. He voiced his support for the NFL's "tush push" play, which the Eagles have used successfully. Coach Nick Sirianni thanked Trump for the endorsement. Running back Saquon Barkley, who golfed with Trump before the...
President Trump will sign an executive order mandating English proficiency for US commercial truck drivers. The White House cites safety as the primary reason, stating English is crucial for communication with officials and understanding road signs. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy will oversee enforcement, removing drivers who fail to...
President Trump will sign two executive orders targeting immigration. One order will identify and potentially sue jurisdictions deemed uncooperative with deportation efforts, labeled "sanctuary cities." The second order aims to bolster law enforcement, potentially providing legal support and equipment. The orders represent a renewed crackdown on immigration, reflecting...
