Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) was forcibly removed and handcuffed by federal agents from a DHS press conference in Los Angeles led by Secretary Kristi Noem. The DHS claimed Padilla was disruptive and didn't identify himself, while Padilla stated he was there for oversight and was peacefully asking a question....
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is terminating the parole status of hundreds of thousands of individuals from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela who entered the U.S. under a Biden-era program. These individuals are being notified that their parole and work authorization are revoked, effective immediately. The DHS...
A House vote is expected today on a bill to cut $1.1 billion in funding from PBS, NPR, and public media. This is part of a larger White House rescissions package also targeting foreign aid. While some Republicans oppose the cuts, citing potential harm to public information access,...
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced intense questioning during a House Armed Services Committee hearing. He repeatedly avoided direct answers regarding his use of Signal for discussing military operations, including potential classified information. He also appeared to acknowledge contingency plans for taking Greenland and Panama by force, a statement...
Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) was forcibly removed and detained from a Los Angeles press conference by unidentified men after attempting to question Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Video footage shows Padilla being pushed to the ground and handcuffed. The incident occurred during a press conference addressing anti-Trump immigration...
Billy Long, a former Missouri congressman who previously advocated for abolishing the IRS, has been confirmed as the agency's commissioner. The Senate confirmed him by a 53-44 vote despite Democratic concerns about his past work for a firm involved in a fraudulent tax scheme and campaign contributions received after...
The DOJ's request for extensive Colorado election data raises concerns, especially given Trump's election claims. Public opinion on Trump's deportation policies is divided, with polls showing conflicting approval ratings. The Trump administration plans to repeal limits on power plant emissions, a move criticized for prioritizing the coal industry over...
Trump's proposed tax bill, lauded as "one big beautiful bill," is projected to significantly benefit the wealthiest Americans, increasing their income by $12,000 annually, while simultaneously reducing the disposable income of the poorest by $1,600. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) highlights the uneven distribution of benefits. The bill...
President Trump vehemently criticized Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, calling him a "numbskull" for not lowering interest rates. Trump claims a 2-percentage-point rate cut would save the U.S. $600 billion annually. This attack follows recent economic data suggesting lower inflation, prompting Trump and his administration to increase pressure...
Pro-Trump merchandise was sold at a Fort Bragg event celebrating the Army's 250th birthday, prompting an Army review. The event, attended by President Trump, included his political speech, eliciting cheers and boos from uniformed troops. An Army official expressed regret over the incident, emphasizing the Army's commitment to...
