Republicans say they will only negotiate over an extension to the Affordable Care Act subsidies once Democrats vote to re-open the government
Trump posted on his Truth Social platform, saying, “I am happy to work with the Democrats on their Failed Healthcare Policies, or anything else, but first they must allow our Government to re-open.”
According to Fox News, FBI Director Kash Patel alleged that Jack Smith and his team had accessed the private communications of at least eight Republican Senators during the probe into the January 6, 2021, Capitol Hill riots.
According to the document, Jack Smith’s team could see which phone numbers senators called, and the origin and destination locations of the calls, Fox News Digital reported.
Political leaders in Washington are using the looming government shutdown to shape narratives ahead of the 2026 elections, with Democrats focusing on healthcare and Republicans highlighting immigration in targeted ad campaigns.
A new Washington Post poll shows more faulting Trump and Republicans than Democrats.
Musk had initially said in July that the America Party would compete in House and Senate elections next year, appealing to voters frustrated with both Democrats and Republicans.
The bill aims to cut taxes by more than $4 trillion and reduce spending by at least $1.5 trillion over a decade
On December 5, 2024, Acting U.S. Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe engaged in a heated exchange with Texas Representative Pat Fallon during a House hearing investigating two failed assassination attempts on former President Trump. The exchange escalated when Fallon questioned Rowe about his attendance at a September 11, 2021, anniversary ceremony, asking whether he was there to provide protection for high-level officials. Rowe strongly objected, telling Fallon not to invoke 9/11 for political purposes and defended his presence at the ceremony, stating he was there to represent the Secret Service. Rowe also addressed ongoing issues within the agency, stating that he was working to eliminate the "do-more-with-less" mindset, which had degraded the Secret Service. He highlighted efforts to address staffing shortages, announcing plans to hire 650 special agents and 350 uniformed officers in the coming months. Despite the tense exchange, Rowe received praise from many Republicans for his cooperation with the investigation.
Initially, the US central bank will respond primarily to the non-farm payroll trajectory. But later on, any aggressive stance by Trump on global trade, the fiscal deficit and immigration can potentially rekindle inflation
Donald Trump’s win shows party’s agenda failed to connect with voters, say critics
In her closing campaign speech at the Ellipse, where Donald Trump incited the Capitol insurrection, Vice President Kamala Harris emphasized her commitment to putting the country above party and self-interest. With just a week before Election Day, she urged voters to recognize the stark choice before them. Harris contrasted her approach with Trump’s divisive tactics, asserting that she welcomes differing opinions rather than viewing them as threats. She pledged to restore abortion rights overturned by the Supreme Court and criticized Trump’s competency on the international stage, claiming world leaders see him as an "easy mark." Harris highlighted Trump’s self-serving behavior and authoritarian tendencies, warning that he poses a danger to democracy. The speech drew a large crowd, aiming to engage undecided voters in battleground states and encourage them to envision a more inclusive and hopeful future under her leadership.
In a recent speech in Washington, DC, Vice President Kamala Harris appealed to Republicans and former Trump supporters, emphasizing the importance of unity in a democracy. She stated that disagreement should not create division, urging people to "lock arms" rather than point fingers. Harris announced her readiness to provide new leadership as a presidential candidate, acknowledging that many voters are still getting to know her. She highlighted the challenges of her campaign timeline due to President Biden's decision not to seek reelection, but expressed confidence in her ability to tackle tough fights against powerful interests. Harris also shared her personal story, reflecting on her immigrant background and commitment to advocating for marginalized communities. She called for voters to reject the influence of former President Trump and reminded them of the extraordinary potential to shape America's future. Harris concluded by encouraging action to start a new chapter in the nation's story.
A Republican report criticises President Biden's handling of the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal, reigniting debate over the chaotic end of America's longest war. Democrats argue it's a politically timed attack.
Nikki Haley criticised Trump and Republicans for fixating on Kamala Harris, urging them to stop "whining" and focus on a strategy that addresses key voter concerns, not trivial issues.
In two weeks, Kamala Harris will be confirmed as the Democrat presidential candidate, set to battle Republican Donald Trump for the White House.
The economy has its problems, but capital isn’t crushing labour
US Presidential candidate Donald Trump was booed and heckled by many in a raucous audience at the Libertarian National Convention on Saturday night, a marked change from the adulation he receives at rallies from his fervently loyal supporters. Libertarians, who believe in limited government and individual freedom, blame Trump, a Republican, for rushing through the creation of a COVID-19 vaccine when he was president and for not doing more to stop public health restrictions on the unvaccinated during the pandemic. Watch for more details!
President Joe Biden says, The fact is that in this election, a lot is at stake You know, it's not about me. It's about the alternative as well. The thing is, he's laid out, the Republicans in the House can tell you and my colleagues can tell you, they've laid out exactly what they're going to do if they win. While Trump held a rally where he asked his supporters to vote against Biden and tell him that he is fired.
Arizona Republicans produced legislation last week that would legalise shooting and killing trespassers on private land. Essentially, they took an existing law that allows someone to shoot a home invader and extended it outside to the property line — even if the property extends for hundreds of acres
Authors Ziblatt and Levitsky, in the sequel to "How Democracies Die," outline three crucial political party rules: accept fair election results, reject violence, and distance from extremists.
The right-wing extremists in Congress would rather torpedo the government than run it. And in voting out McCarthy, House Democrats helped them. Now not only is Congress failing to do the people’s business, but aid to Ukraine has been indefinitely paused, helping Russia’s war effort and costing people their lives
The Dobbs ruling has turned a coalition of liberal, swing and moderate Republican voters into a political force. Even in August in Ohio.
Ukraine has also been accused of hitting military air bases deep inside Russia and oil facilities with drone attacks.