Democratic Senator Chris Van Hollen criticized his party's leadership for refusing to endorse Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic mayoral nominee for New York City. While progressives support Mamdani, moderate Democrats and national leaders like Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries have distanced themselves, fearing association with his progressive policies. Republicans,...
Stephen Miran was narrowly confirmed to the Federal Reserve Board by a 48-47 Senate vote. Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski sided with Democrats against the nomination, a move highlighting the political division surrounding the appointment. Miran's confirmation fulfills President Trump's aim to reshape the Federal Reserve. Separately, a vigil...
Maurene Comey, daughter of former FBI director James Comey, is suing the U.S. government for wrongful termination. The lawsuit alleges her firing was politically motivated, citing a lack of explanation and a right-wing campaign against her. Comey, a successful federal prosecutor, seeks reinstatement and a declaration that her...
President Trump commented on the suspected assassin of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, suggesting online radicalization from left-wing content. He plans to attend Kirk's memorial service at State Farm Stadium in Arizona, potentially delivering remarks. Trump anticipates a large turnout and believes Turning Point USA will expand significantly...
Ann Arbor, Michigan's property tax authority confirmed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook hasn't violated any rules regarding tax breaks on her home, despite claims by the Trump administration. The city assessor stated that temporary absences or short-term rentals don't disqualify homeowners from tax exemptions. The Trump administration accuses...
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration's mass firings of probationary federal workers were illegal. Judge William Alsup found the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) overstepped its authority by directing the terminations, usurping powers reserved for individual agencies. While the judge couldn't reinstate the 25,000+ fired workers...
Zohran Mamdani leads in the NYC mayoral race, driven by voters' concerns over affordability and a desire for change. President Trump's influence is a factor, with many preferring a mayor opposing him. Mamdani appeals to younger, college-educated voters and those prioritizing social programs. Former Governor Andrew Cuomo...
Vice President JD Vance hosted Charlie Kirk's radio show, expressing his desperation for national unity following Kirk's assassination. Vance, who transported Kirk's body home, recounted his friendship with Kirk and criticized the lies that contributed to the killing. He emphasized the unacceptability of political violence and vowed to...
Jamie Lee Curtis tearfully discussed the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Marc Maron's podcast. Curtis, despite disagreeing with Kirk's views, expressed empathy for him as a father and husband, emphasizing her concern about the widespread circulation of videos depicting his death. Other Hollywood figures, including...
Former President Trump blamed the Biden administration for the beheading of a Dallas motel manager, Chandra Nagamallaiah, by Cuban national Yordanis Cobos-Martinez. Cobos-Martinez, who had a history of arrests including child sex abuse and grand theft auto charges (though not all resulted in convictions), was released from ICE custody...
