House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries launched a 100-day campaign push ahead of the midterm elections, focusing on lowering costs for Americans. Jeffries said Democrats would prioritize reducing expenses for groceries, gas, housing, and healthcare if they regain control of Congress. He also highlighted plans to challenge Trump administration policies on immigration, the Iran war, and the release of additional Jeffrey Epstein investigation files. Democrats need … Continue reading Hakeem Jeffries doubles down on Dems’ and affordability ahead of midterms

Republican senators are expressing growing concerns about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s leadership as the war with Iran continues without a clear resolution. Some GOP lawmakers say the Pentagon failed to anticipate prolonged disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, rising costs, and attacks by Iran-backed groups on U.S. allies and shipping routes. Critics have also questioned the removal of senior military leaders and whether changes at … Continue reading GOP senators warn confidence in Hegseth eroding as Iran war drags on

President Donald Trump pressured Senate Majority Leader John Thune to keep lawmakers in session until Republicans pass the SAVE America Act or eliminate the Senate filibuster. Trump argued that ending the filibuster would allow Republicans to quickly advance their legislative priorities. The push comes as Trump urges GOP senators to pass election-related legislation and a party-line spending package before the August recess. Some Republican senators, … Continue reading Trump tells Thune to keep Senate in session to pass SAVE America Act

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are traveling to Washington to meet with President Donald Trump during critical moments in their countries’ conflicts. Both leaders will attend the funeral of former Senator Lindsey Graham, a close ally who supported Israel and Ukraine. Netanyahu’s meeting comes amid rising tensions with Trump over the Iran conflict, ceasefire efforts, and disagreements involving regional policy. … Continue reading Netanyahu and Zelenskyy to arrive in Washington for Graham funeral

Brazil recalled its ambassador to Argentina after accusing President Javier Milei of insulting Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and other officials. Milei made the remarks during a rally in São Paulo supporting Flávio Bolsonaro, who is running against Lula in Brazil’s upcoming presidential election. The Argentine leader criticized Lula and Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes while backing the Bolsonaro family’s political movement. … Continue reading Argentine leader calls Brazilian president a ‘thief’ and a ‘convict’

Senate Republicans are expressing growing concerns about the lack of a clear strategy to end the ongoing military conflict with Iran. GOP lawmakers are frustrated over rising U.S. casualties, high gas prices, and uncertainty surrounding the administration’s request for an additional $80 billion in war funding. Some Republicans are calling for a clear “off-ramp” to the conflict, while others argue the U.S. must intensify efforts … Continue reading Senate GOP expresses concern over Iran endgame after Hegseth hearing

A newly revealed memo from the final days of the Biden administration outlined plans that could have expanded Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to more than 3 million noncitizens. The memo suggested using TPS protections to shield vulnerable populations from potential deportations under President Donald Trump’s planned immigration policies. Senator Eric Schmitt criticized the proposal, calling it an attempt to bypass voters’ wishes and expand immigration … Continue reading Bombshell memo shows Biden planned to leave Trump with even more massive immigration crisis

President Donald Trump said Saudi Arabia must join the Abraham Accords before the U.S. will finalize a civilian nuclear energy agreement with the country. Trump said the condition had always been understood by both sides, despite recent progress announced by Energy Secretary Chris Wright. He emphasized that the nuclear deal would only involve civilian energy and would not allow uranium enrichment. Trump also said Iran’s … Continue reading Trump says Saudi nuclear agreement won’t move forward without Abraham Accords