In Sacramento, California, a labor union proposed a tax aimed at billionaires that recently qualified for the November ballot. The Service Employees International Union Healthcare Workers West initially suggested a one-time 5% tax on individuals with a net worth over $1 billion. However, they have offered to revise the proposal to a 2% levy if...
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has blocked the promotions of numerous senior officers to general and admiral ranks in 2026. Among those affected, about half are women or belong to minority groups. The Navy’s top leadership had recommended Rear Adm. Stephen D. Barnett as the ideal choice to oversee Navy bases globally due to his extensive...
Giorgia Meloni did not hesitate to respond firmly: “I and Italy never beg.” This statement came after President Donald Trump claimed that Meloni had “begged” him for a photo at the Group of Seven summit. The Italian prime minister emphasized that Trump’s assertion was “totally fabricated.” The issue surfaced when Trump, in an interview with...
Political parties often urge voters to ignore misconduct, poor judgment, and erratic behavior, claiming the opposing side poses a greater threat. This rationale is evident in the cases of Senate candidates Graham Platner and Ken Paxton. Host Megan McArdle insists that integrity remains crucial in political life. Voters possess the power to resist polarization and...
On Thursday, voters in Makerfield, a district in northern England, will participate in a special by-election. The results could significantly influence Britain’s political landscape. At first glance, this election resembles a typical local contest focused on community issues like waste management, road maintenance, and educational funding. However, the stakes are higher due to the involvement...
Republican Congressman Byron Donalds is currently behind Democratic candidate David Jolly in the race for Florida’s governorship, as per a new poll by Change Research. This development may offer hope to Florida Democrats, who have not seen victory in a statewide election since 2018. The state’s political landscape has shifted towards Republicans in recent elections....
President Trump, recognized for his assertive rhetoric, demanded ‘unconditional surrender’ from Iran. Contrary to initial expectations, Iran maintained resilience despite significant losses against a formidable military force. A significant aspect of the conflict is Iran’s ability to leverage economic instability as a strategic tool. In the recent Group of 7 summit in France, Trump emphasized...
Most Americans feel civil liberties, like the right to vote, are at risk, suggests a new AP-NORC poll. Despite concerns, they still view the rights in founding documents as essential to American identity. The survey, conducted by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, shows widespread agreement across demographics on the importance of rights...
President Donald Trump withdrew his endorsement of Oklahoma GOP congressional candidate Jackson Lahmeyer and instead backed Republican rival Mark Tedford. This change happened shortly before Lahmeyer announced he was suspending his campaign. Lahmeyer told Fox News Digital that he had decided to end his campaign the previous night. He informed his wife and campaign team...
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton avoided a direct endorsement of Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner when questioned recently. Speaking at an event hosted by 92NY, Clinton expressed a cautious approach regarding Platner’s campaign. “I want to see what kind of candidate he actually turns out to be,” Clinton said, indicating a wait-and-see approach....