President Donald Trump has nominated Dennis Kirk, an author involved with Project 2025, to head the Interior Department’s inspector general office. Kirk, who has previously worked under former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, is one potential candidate for this key oversight position. This development has sparked concerns regarding the autonomy of the office tasked...
In the past year since President Donald Trump declared a crime emergency in Washington, the city has become a focal point of political tension. Initially viewed as a temporary measure, the National Guard’s deployment has now been extended until January 2029. This move has sparked significant debate among residents and local officials who view it...
Senator Darline Graham, representing South Carolina, highlights her campaign priorities as she prepares for the state’s special Senate election. Her focus is on addressing inflation, rising grocery prices, and providing economic relief for families. This comes as a tribute to her late brother, Lindsey Graham, whose legacy she aims to honor. Joint Base Charleston has...
The recent confirmation of Todd Blanche as the attorney general of the United States underscores the significant shift in the Overton window, the spectrum of acceptable ideas, regarding the Department of Justice under President Donald Trump. During last month’s Senate Judiciary Committee hearings, Blanche’s nomination encountered a significant hurdle. Senators Tom Tillis and John Cornyn...
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has announced her decision to freeze her eggs as she considers her future political plans. This comes ahead of potential decisions regarding her participation in the 2028 presidential election campaign. On Instagram, Ocasio-Cortez, 36, explained that this choice provides her with a sense of control over her life. While the congresswoman from...
Rep. Marcy Kaptur of Ohio explained her recovery process following a car accident in Toledo. In a video shared online, she expressed gratitude for the support from her community, state, and beyond. Kaptur, 80, is the longest-serving woman in the U.S. House of Representatives. After a recent accident categorized by police as a ‘hit-skip,’ Kaptur...
Rep. Gabriel Vasquez, a Democrat from New Mexico, recently made headlines with his voting decisions on tax policies affecting tipped workers. Despite voting against a package that upheld former President Donald Trump’s ‘no tax on tips’ law, Vasquez later advocated for the permanent implementation of this policy. He emphasized the importance of allowing tipped workers...
Congressional Democrats are investigating the Trump administration’s actions to deport military service members and their families. This follows an Associated Press report revealing that over 50 active-duty troops’ spouses and parents have been detained by immigration authorities. A letter sent to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the Defense Department, and the Department of Veterans...
Senators have adjourned for a five-week recess after accomplishing two major tasks: passing a continuing resolution to fund the government until December and confirming Todd Blanche as attorney general. Despite this, several critical issues remain unresolved as Congress enters its recess period. SAVE America Act The SAVE America Act, which focuses on voter registration reform,...
Republican Representatives Derrick Van Orden from Wisconsin and another lawmaker have introduced a bill to eliminate the motorcycle helmet mandate in Washington D.C. This move has prompted significant concerns from road safety experts. They argue that repealing the requirement poses a danger to public safety. The proposed legislation aims to prevent Washington from enforcing the...