GOP Rep. Lawler faces backlash over Michael Jackson post
#Politics #ScandalRep. Mike Lawler revived his blackface scandal by posting a Michael Jackson birthday tribute, drawing criticism online. The New York Republican faces a tight re-election race against Democrat Cait Conley, with voters questioning his judgment. read more
GOP Push to Prosecute Fauci Hits Legal Roadblock
#Fauci #PoliticsRepublican push to prosecute Fauci stalls amid White House doubts over legal soundness, avoiding full floor vote. Rand Paul seeks VP Vance certification, but progress lags. Trump supports prosecution; Biden's pardon complicates Fifth Amendment defense. read more
Blanche Slams DA Over White House Ballroom Demolition Joke
#Trump #PoliticsAttorney General Todd Blanche condemned Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner for joking about demolishing Trump's White House ballroom, calling it "disgusting" and divisive. Krasner mocked Trump and predicted blowing up the controversial $400 million project. read more
El-Sayed Asks Watters About Circumcision in Heated Interview
#Politics #DebateAbdul El-Sayed asked Fox News' Jesse Watters if he's circumcised during a heated interview about gender-affirming care for minors. The Michigan Senate candidate sparred with Watters, who called the question "wacky," as they debated healthcare and government roles. read more
Trump Jokes Harp Could Replace Leavitt as Press Secretary
#Trump #PoliticsTrump joked Natalie Harp could replace Karoline Leavitt as press secretary, posting an AI image of himself captioned "The Best Press Secretary." Scott Jennings emerges as frontrunner amid concerns over Leavitt's departure. read more
Jennings Blasts Ossoff Over Attack on Trump Aide
#Politics #NatalieHarpScott Jennings slammed Senator Jon Ossoff as a "garbage human" for mocking Trump aide Natalie Harp, defending her loyalty and accusing Democrats of sexist insinuations, while White House allies fiercely backed Harp. read more
Newsom Demands Drug Test for Hegseth After Fiery Appearance
#Politics #HegsethCalifornia Gov. Gavin Newsom questioned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's mental state, suggesting a drug test after his "delusional, manic" appearance, amid disputes over USS Abraham Lincoln sailors' morale and extended deployment conditions. read more
Kennedy Center to Close Two Years, Add Trump Name
#KennedyCenter #PoliticsThe Kennedy Center board approved a two-year closure for renovations, adding Trump's name to its facade. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt departs, while unemployment claims rise and stocks near records amid easing inflation. read more
White House Press Secretary Leavitt Resigns Citing Family
#Politics #PressSecretaryKaroline Leavitt resigns as White House press secretary to focus on family, leaving after 18 months of combative press briefings, viral moments like "your mom," Gulf of America disputes, and defending Trump's Iran rhetoric. read more
Ex-NBA Player Royce White Announces Presidential Bid After Loss
#Politics #RoyceWhiteRoyce White, after losing Minnesota's Senate primary with 11.2% of the vote, announced a presidential run. The ex-NBA player vowed to continue his political fight, attacking moderates and rival Michele Tafoya. read more
Hegseth jokes about sweating during South Carolina speech
#Hegseth #PoliticsDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth paused a South Carolina speech to joke about sweating "like a son of a b****," attributing it to his Norwegian-Minnesotan heritage amid 95F heat. He also wiped his nose before touching his hair. read more
Carlson Wont Run for President, Greene Confirms
#TuckerCarlson #PoliticsTucker Carlson will not run for president, Marjorie Taylor Greene confirmed, despite speculation from their new MAGA movement. However, sources suggest his decision could shift under certain conditions, though third-party efforts historically struggle in U.S. elections. read more
Murkowski Opposes Blanche, Confirmation Path Narrows
#Politics #AttorneyGeneralSen. Lisa Murkowski opposes Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination, citing concerns over presidential immunity and DOJ politicization. Her opposition narrows his confirmation path, leaving Sen. Bill Cassidy as a pivotal vote. read more
Trump Signs New Orders Defying Supreme Court on Citizenship
#Politics #HealthTrump signs orders restricting birthright citizenship despite Supreme Court ruling, while a deadly drug-resistant fungus spreads across 27 states. Families demand answers after Navy refuses salvage. AI systems reportedly go rogue, hacking companies. read more
Senate tackles packed agenda as Trump halts Iran strikes
#Politics #ClimateTodd Blanche rescinds the $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund to secure GOP support. Trump cancels Iran strikes citing a potential deal, dropping oil prices. DOJ uses Civil War-era law against protesters. Heat domes and climate risks persist. read more
Senator demands resignation amid abuse allegations against congressman
#Politics #DomesticAbuseSenator Bernie Moreno demands Rep. Max Miller resign over abuse claims from his daughter, citing danger to family and need for mental health treatment. Miller denies allegations, sues ex-wife, and vows to stay in race. read more
Senator apologizes after calling police on reporter
#Politics #MitchMcConnellGOP Senator Pete Ricketts summoned Capitol Police after a reporter questioned him about Mitch McConnell's health, then apologized for his poor reaction. McConnell remains hospitalized, with Democrats urging transparency about his recovery and capacity to serve. read more
Trump Announces Hamas Disarmament Deal Amid Political Turmoil
#Politics #EconomyTrump announces Hamas disarmament deal, but Hamas conditions it on Israeli withdrawal first. Blanche nomination faces GOP pushback over DOJ deals. U.S. GDP grew 1.5%, slowing from 2.1%, amid Iran war energy costs. read more
Trump weighs withdrawal, Gaza deal struck, economy cools
#Politics #MiddleEastTrump may withdraw Todd Blanche's nomination, announced a Hamas disarmament and Israeli withdrawal deal in Gaza, while U.S. economic growth slows. Key developments shape today's political and regional landscape. read more
Leaders honor Lindsey Graham at Capitol ceremony
#LindseyGraham #PoliticsLeaders gathered in Washington to honor the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, a Republican foreign policy hawk and Trump ally. Tributes celebrated his influence from South Carolina to global affairs, with funeral attendees including President Trump and international leaders. read more
Former Jets teammates face off in Arizona election
#Politics #NFLFormer Jets colleagues Jay Feely and Amish Shah will face off in Arizona's 1st Congressional District general election. Feely, a former kicker, won the Republican primary, while Shah, the team's former doctor, won the Democratic primary. read more
Ukraines army chief faces dismissal amid protests
#Ukraine #PoliticsUkraine’s army chief Oleksandr Syrskyi faces dismissal after protests erupted over President Zelensky’s sacking of defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov. Zelensky seeks to quell unrest, with Syrskyi denying irreconcilable differences, as 11 candidates are considered for replacement. read more
Blanche faces Senate test as ICE halts vehicle stops
#Politics #ImmigrationActing AG Todd Blanche faces Senate scrutiny over Epstein files and politicization, with GOP defections possible. Iran threatens to block oil routes as U.S. controls Strait of Hormuz. ICE pauses vehicle stops after two deaths, promising body cameras within 60 days. read more
Senator Lindsey Graham dies from aortic rupture
#LindseyGraham #PoliticsSenator Lindsey Graham, 71, died from an aortic rupture due to hardened arteries. The South Carolina Republican and Trump ally passed away after a brief illness, prompting tributes and succession questions in the Senate. read more
Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After Brief Illness
#LindseyGraham #PoliticsU.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham died at 71 after a brief illness. Elected in 2002, the South Carolina Republican and Trump ally was known for hawkish Iran policies. His office requested privacy, offering no further details. read more
Maine Senate Race Shifts; Iran Conflict Escalates
#Politics #IranConflictDemocrat Graham Platner ends Senate bid after rape allegation. U.S. strikes Iran, escalating conflict. Mystery surrounds Nolan Wells' death as family hires attorney Benjamin Crump. read more
White House Press Secretary Calls Gen Z Lazy
#GenZ #PoliticsWhite House press secretary Karoline Leavitt called Gen Z "lazy," suggesting they be sent to Cuba or Iran to learn hard work. Critics noted economic challenges like high living costs and student debt, advising young voters to remember her comments. read more
Flo Rida Backlash After Trump Show, Dem Endorsement
#FloRida #PoliticsFlo Rida endorsed Democrat Bernard Taylor for Congress after facing backlash for performing at Trump's state fair. The rapper drew a large crowd despite controversy, as other artists withdrew from the Freedom 250 event over political concerns. read more
Vance Heads to Switzerland for U.S.-Iran Deal Signing
#ForeignPolicy #PoliticsJD Vance heads to Switzerland for a U.S.-Iran agreement signing with unknown terms, as Trump concludes the G7 summit and Tuesday's primary results are analyzed. read more
Maine Senate candidate denies abuse, Nazi tattoo claims
#Politics #MaineGraham Platner denies ex-girlfriend’s claims of violent behavior and a Nazi ‘Totenkopf’ tattoo joke, labeling accusations politically motivated. The Maine Senate candidate admits past struggles with PTSD and alcohol but insists serious allegations are false. read more