President Trump stated he would have lowered flags for slain Minnesota state Representative Melissa Hortman if requested by the governor. This follows White House tributes to conservative activist Charlie Kirk, prompting criticism about unequal treatment. Trump defended his actions, claiming the radical left incites more violence, citing several examples...
A federal appeals court upheld Lisa Cook's position as a Federal Reserve governor, rejecting President Trump's attempt to remove her before a key interest rate vote. The Trump administration plans to appeal to the Supreme Court. The attempted removal is unprecedented, raising concerns about the Fed's independence. ...
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...
President Trump signed a memorandum deploying federal law enforcement and the Tennessee National Guard to Memphis to combat crime, following similar deployments in Los Angeles and Washington D.C. The initiative, requested by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, includes the FBI, ATF, DEA, ICE, and Homeland Security Investigations. Memphis Mayor...
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...
Several service members face investigation or suspension for social media posts criticizing Charlie Kirk. While Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and other officials promised action, legal experts question the military's authority to take significant action. Retired military judge Don Christensen notes that while service members have fewer First Amendment...
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...
