New Jersey's 2025 gubernatorial election, one of only two nationwide, is a highly competitive race between Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill. The election is seen as a potential bellwether for national sentiment, particularly regarding President Trump and the 2026 midterms. Both candidates highlight state-specific issues while...
Turning Point USA, founded by the late Charlie Kirk, raised nearly $400 million. A previously unreported Texas foundation, the Wayne Duddlesten Foundation, contributed $13.1 million, its largest single donation. Funding also came from billionaires and donor-advised funds, obscuring some donors' identities. While the organization's future fundraising under...
A memorial service for conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Arizona showcased a divided Republican Party. Erika Kirk, Charlie's widow, advocated for unity and forgiveness, contrasting sharply with Donald Trump's calls for retribution against political opponents. Trump's speech, alongside those from other potential 2028 presidential candidates, highlighted the party's...
Historian Mike Duncan, known for his podcasts on Rome's decline, sees parallels between the Roman Empire's fall and the current state of the American empire. He points to wealth inequality, political polarization, and a breakdown of political norms as shared characteristics. While acknowledging America's continued power, Duncan highlights...
Following President Trump's state visit, the British royal family is again embroiled in controversy. Newly revealed emails show Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, referred to Jeffrey Epstein as a "supreme friend" in 2011, despite his sex offenses conviction. This revelation, published in British newspapers, led to Ferguson being...
Egyptian-British activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah, imprisoned since 2019 for alleged spreading of false news and harming national interest, has been pardoned. The announcement, published in Egypt's official gazette, follows appeals and prolonged hunger strikes by Abd el-Fattah and his mother. Rights groups condemned his trial as grossly unfair....
New Pentagon rules sharply restrict reporting, prompting backlash from major news outlets. The policy, requiring reporters to pledge not to use unauthorized material, is seen as a violation of the First Amendment. Several news organizations, including CNN, The New York Times, and The Washington Post, publicly criticized the...
Following the death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, Elon Musk and Donald Trump, who had previously feuded, were seen together at Kirk's memorial service. They shook hands and spoke, a moment seemingly orchestrated by Kirk's desire for reconciliation. While Trump downplayed the significance of the meeting, Musk posted...
World leaders convene at the UN General Assembly amidst escalating global crises. The gathering faces challenges including the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, the evolving US foreign policy, widespread hunger, and rapidly advancing technologies. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urges leaders to bridge divides and find solutions to conflicts, climate...
Top Democratic leaders warned that Donald Trump's actions against political opponents are pushing the US toward dictatorship. This follows Trump's call for the Justice Department to target perceived enemies and the FCC's threat to ABC, leading to Jimmy Kimmel's show being suspended. Senators Schumer and Murphy described Trump's...
