California Republicans are suing to block Governor Newsom's redistricting plan (Proposition 50) from the November ballot. They argue the plan, which favors Democrats, violates the state constitution by bypassing the independent redistricting commission established by voters in 2010 and presenting voters with a single, bundled question. The lawsuit...
A Utah judge ruled that the state's congressional district map, drawn by Republicans, illegally circumvented voter-approved safeguards against partisan gerrymandering. The 2021 map divided Salt Lake County, a Democratic area, into heavily Republican districts. The judge declared the map unlawful due to the legislature's disregard for the independent...
President Trump's recurring hand bruises have sparked health concerns. Bruises on his right and left hands have been repeatedly observed, prompting explanations from the White House citing handshaking and aspirin use. His physician confirmed a diagnosis of chronic venous insufficiency, a common condition, but additional concerns remain regarding...
Florida's transportation department repeatedly painted over a rainbow crosswalk in Orlando, a Pulse nightclub shooting memorial. The department cited safety regulations and a policy update prohibiting non-uniform pavement markings. Protesters repeatedly re-chalked the crosswalk, leading to a standoff with authorities. The department's actions sparked outrage, with critics...
Former President Trump fired Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, citing alleged mortgage fraud. This unprecedented move, based on a criminal referral from the Federal Housing Finance Agency Director, claims Cook falsely listed two different properties as her primary residence. Cook denies wrongdoing and the firing is expected to trigger...
President Trump suggested renaming the Department of Defense back to the Department of War, believing the current name is too passive. He cited the U.S.'s past victories under the "Department of War" name. Trump initially stated the change would happen soon, later suggesting it depended on Defense Secretary Hegseth's...
President Trump claimed Maryland Governor Wes Moore called him the 'greatest president' during a private meeting at the Army-Navy game. However, video footage from Fox News disproves Trump's account. The video shows a polite but brief exchange, with Moore welcoming Trump to Maryland and discussing infrastructure projects. Moore denied...
President Trump urged the FCC to revoke ABC and NBC's licenses, citing biased reporting. FCC Chair Brendan Carr, aligning with Trump, has launched reviews of major networks, including investigations into their diversity initiatives. While Fox, owned by Trump ally Rupert Murdoch, remains untouched, ABC and CBS previously settled...
President Trump met with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at the White House. Despite earlier threats on social media, the meeting was cordial. Trump praised Lee and reiterated his positive relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, expressing hope for a future meeting. Lee, in...
President Trump is criticizing the Senate's "blue slip" tradition, which allows senators to veto judicial nominees from their state. This century-old process is preventing Trump from appointing judges and U.S. attorneys, particularly in states with Democratic senators. Trump claims this violates his constitutional right and threatens a lawsuit....
