Former President Donald Trump has threatened a federal takeover of Washington, D.C., following an attempted carjacking involving Edward Coristine, a Department of Government Efficiency staffer, and his partner. Two 15-year-olds were arrested in the attack, and police say more suspects are being sought. Trump cited rising crime and called for tougher penalties for minors, despite data showing violent crime in D.C. is down 26% from … Continue reading Trump threatens federal control of D.C. following attack on administration staffer

A growing number of House Republicans from blue states are speaking out against their party’s mid-decade redistricting efforts, fearing they could lose their own seats. Their opposition marks a break with Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Trump, who support GOP-led map redraws in states like Texas to gain more House seats. Reps. Kevin Kiley (R-Calif.), Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.), and Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.) have criticized … Continue reading Trump and Johnson face escalating GOP revolt on redistricting

Former President Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton are among several high-profile figures subpoenaed by a U.S. congressional committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein. Led by Republican James Comer, the House Oversight Committee is seeking testimony and documents related to Epstein’s sex trafficking case and the federal government’s handling of it. Other subpoenaed individuals include former U.S. Attorneys General and FBI directors. Bill Clinton is scheduled to testify … Continue reading Clintons subpoenaed to testify in congressional Epstein investigation

Conor McGregor has officially announced his bid to become the next president of Ireland, just days after losing an appeal in a civil rape case. In a social media post, the former UFC champion criticized Ireland’s election rules as barriers to democratic participation and launched a petition to change the nomination process so he can appear on the ballot. McGregor, who has no political experience, … Continue reading Conor McGregor launches campaign to become Ireland’s president

Top Democrats are escalating their response to a Trump-backed push to redraw Texas’ congressional map, which could give Republicans up to five new House seats and potentially secure a GOP majority in 2026. Over 50 Texas Democrats fled the state to block the vote, while GOP leaders threaten fines and legal action. In response, Democratic governors in California, New York, and Illinois are launching aggressive … Continue reading Democrats go nuclear in redistricting arms race

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) ordered the arrest of Democratic state lawmakers who fled the state to block a controversial GOP redistricting plan aimed at boosting Republican seats in Congress. Abbott accused the Democrats of abandoning their duties and obstructing other key legislation. He also directed the Texas Rangers to investigate possible bribery tied to donations helping lawmakers avoid $500 daily fines. Republican leaders largely … Continue reading Abbott orders arrest of lawmakers who fled state

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is calling on President Trump to pardon former Rep. George Santos, who is serving a seven-year sentence for wire fraud and identity theft. Greene argued Santos’ punishment is excessive and praised his dedication to constituents. Santos, a vocal Trump supporter, was expelled from Congress in 2023 after being exposed for fabricating much of his background and misusing campaign funds. Trump has … Continue reading Marjorie Taylor Greene presses Trump to pardon George Santos

Rep. Nancy Mace has officially launched her campaign for governor of South Carolina, entering a crowded GOP primary to succeed term-limited Gov. Henry McMaster. Mace, now in her third term in Congress, has positioned herself as a defender of women’s rights and privacy, while also backing restrictions on transgender access to women’s restrooms in the Capitol. Her campaign video includes praise from Donald Trump, despite … Continue reading Nancy Mace jumps into South Carolina governor’s race