Republicans are using New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani's progressive policies as a weapon against Democrats nationwide. They aim to link Mamdani, a Democratic socialist, to Gov. Kathy Hochul and other Democrats, portraying him as a radical. While some Democrats criticize Mamdani, others praise his grassroots support....
Hedge-fund billionaire Bill Ackman plans to finance a New York City mayoral campaign to defeat Democratic Socialist frontrunner Zohran Mamdani. Ackman fears Mamdani's policies will drive wealthy residents away, harming the city's finances. He claims hundreds of millions are available to back a strong alternative candidate. Mamdani, who recently...
NATO's summit concluded with a historic agreement to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035. However, the unexpected highlight was the close relationship between President Trump and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. Rutte showered Trump with praise, crediting him with the defense spending increase and his decisive...
Pew Research Center's analysis of the 2024 election reveals Donald Trump's victory, fueled by higher turnout among his 2020 supporters and a more diverse group of new voters. Trump improved his standing among Hispanic, Black, and Asian voters, though traditional divides persisted along educational lines, urban-rural residency, and religious...
NASA held an internal town hall addressing proposed budget cuts of nearly 25% for fiscal year 2026, reducing the budget to $18.8 billion, the lowest since 1961. Acting administrator Janet Petro and other senior officials attempted to reassure employees amid concerns about downsizing and layoffs. The meeting, initially livestreamed...
Hungary's government-sponsored poll, claiming 95% of participants oppose Ukraine's EU accession, has sparked controversy. The poll, with a reported turnout of 29% of eligible voters, has been criticized for potential manipulation, including duplicate voting. Opposition parties dismissed it as propaganda. Despite the low turnout and allegations, Prime...
Kari Lake, a Trump administration official and senior adviser at the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), defended her efforts to dismantle Voice of America (VOA) during a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing. Lake, without evidence, claimed Chinese Communist Party influence over VOA's coverage and suggested prioritizing American journalists,...
Russia is ramping up production of its Oreshnik hypersonic missile, boasting a range of 3,415 miles and the ability to reach targets across Europe and the western US. President Putin claims it's virtually uninterceptable, a claim disputed by defense analysts. While its range and speed pose challenges, analysts...
EU leaders will meet Thursday to discuss increased sanctions on Russia, counter US tariffs, and address Middle East conflicts. The summit follows a NATO meeting where defense spending increases were agreed upon, despite tensions with President Trump. Ukraine's situation and potential new sanctions on Russia will be key...
Ten years after the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court ruling legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, plaintiff Jim Obergefell reflects on the victory and expresses fear over the current rollback of LGBTQ+ rights. Obergefell's fight stemmed from his late husband's wish to be recognized as married in their home state...
