President Donald Trump is urging vulnerable Republican lawmakers to campaign on his administration’s record as they prepare for the 2026 midterm elections. Speaking at a White House dinner, Trump said Republicans have a strong message for voters, pointing to economic investment, lower drug prices and reduced border crossings. He acknowledged that Republicans face difficult races and pledged to personally campaign in about 35 key House … Continue reading Trump promises to campaign for Republicans and says they have a winning midterm message

The U.S. House has passed a Republican-backed bill that would penalize universities that participate in boycotts of Israel or restrict academic exchanges with Israeli students and institutions. The Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act passed 237-169, with 33 Democrats joining Republicans in support. The legislation would require universities receiving federal student aid or certain international education funding to certify that they do not participate in … Continue reading US House passes bill penalizing universities that participate in boycott of Israel

House Democrats blocked a Republican-backed constitutional amendment that would have permanently limited the U.S. Supreme Court to nine justices. The measure failed in a 212-206 vote, falling well short of the two-thirds majority required for a constitutional amendment. Republicans argued the amendment was necessary to prevent Democrats from expanding the court if they regain control of Congress and the White House. Democrats opposed the proposal … Continue reading House Democrats block constitutional amendment to lock Supreme Court at 9 justices

Vice President JD Vance refused to describe the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict as a “war,” despite renewed military strikes and tensions in the region. Vance argued that major combat operations ended weeks ago and characterized the recent violence as isolated flare-ups rather than an active war. He declined to provide a timeline for when the conflict will end, saying its conclusion depends largely on Iran stopping … Continue reading ‘I wouldn’t call it a war,’ Vance says after Iran hostilities flare

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia remains open to peace negotiations with Ukraine but warned that Moscow is prepared to continue fighting if a settlement cannot be reached. Putin argued that Russia’s security concerns, particularly regarding NATO and Ukraine’s potential military alignment with the alliance, must be addressed in any agreement. He also criticized increased European defense spending and efforts by NATO members to strengthen … Continue reading Putin floats ‘chance’ at peace with Ukraine as NATO chief warns Russia is becoming ‘increasingly reckless’