Elections

A YouGov survey finds 60% of Americans say the Supreme Court was right to block Trump's emergency tariffs, exposing sharp divisions among Republicans. While Trump vows to press ahead with a 15% global levy under alternative legal authorities, vulnerable GOP incumbents face growing pressure from voters uneasy about rising prices ahead of the midterm elections.

Fox News obtained internal FBI emails that reportedly prove the Biden White House coordinated with the Justice Department ahead of the 2022 raid on Mar-a-Lago. The revelations fuel longstanding Republican allegations that the raid was politically motivated and raise new questions about the chain of command behind the unprecedented search of a former president's home.

Far-left militants are suspected of killing Quentin Deranque, a young nationalist student in France, plunging Jean-Luc Mélenchon's party into widespread condemnation ahead of looming elections. The violence has reshaped the French political landscape as the far left faces a reckoning over extremism in its ranks.

President Trump unleashed on his own Supreme Court nominees — Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch — after they joined the majority in striking down his sweeping tariff agenda. The two justices sided with the court's three liberal members and Chief Justice Roberts in the landmark 6-3 decision, drawing the president's fury as he vowed to rebuild his trade regime using alternative legal authorities.

A new study published in Nature found that the algorithmic 'For You' feed on X (formerly Twitter) could be shifting users' political views toward conservatism. Accounts using the algorithmic feed saw more change toward conservative opinions and priorities, particularly on policy topics, criminal investigations into Trump, and the war in Ukraine, compared to those using a chronological timeline.

Trump's executive order declaring the weedkiller glyphosate a 'national defense priority' has fractured his Make America Healthy Again coalition. MAHA mothers who supported Trump based on RFK Jr.'s promises to address food safety and chemical exposure feel betrayed, with some saying 'women feel like they were lied to.' Kennedy has defended the order, but the backlash is growing as midterm elections approach.

The Florida State House has passed a constitutional amendment that would phase out all non-school property taxes for Florida homeowners. The measure now heads to the Senate in what could become one of the most significant tax reform proposals in state history, potentially reshaping how Florida funds local government services.

Skyrocketing electricity prices are becoming a pivotal issue for the November midterms as both parties vie to claim the energy affordability mantle. Bureau of Labor Statistics data shows energy prices have risen during Trump's first year, creating an opening for Democrats while Republicans blame legacy policies.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's budget woes are mounting as the Washington Post mocks his threatened property tax hike and residents swarm a free grocery pop-up amid crushing food costs. Florida Governor DeSantis weighed in, contrasting NYC's fiscal struggles with Florida's lower-tax approach. The crisis highlights the real-world costs of progressive fiscal policy.

Negotiations to end the partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown have collapsed as Democrats and the White House exchange blame. Administration officials slammed Democrats for refusing concessions on immigration enforcement reform, while Democrats accused the White House of stonewalling their legislative demands.

Texas state Rep. James Talarico, a Democratic Senate candidate, claimed in an interview that the Bible has nothing to say about abortion or gay marriage, and that Jesus taught salvation is obtained by treating people well and 'welcoming the stranger.' His claims have drawn sharp criticism from theologians and conservative commentators.

Republican Representatives Don Bacon and Brian Fitzpatrick plan a possible discharge petition to force a House vote on Russia sanctions for the Ukraine war, citing an urgent need for action and giving GOP leadership 'one last chance' to act.

An immigration judge blocked the Trump administration from deporting Mohsen Mahdawi, a Palestinian graduate student who led protests at Columbia University against Israel and the war in Gaza, in a ruling that tests the boundaries of immigration enforcement against political activists.

The DHS spokeswoman who became a prominent face of the Trump administration's deportation campaign is stepping down amid agency turmoil as the partial DHS shutdown drags into its fifth day with no resolution in sight.

Joe Morrissey, a disbarred Virginia attorney who once ran for office from a jail cell, was investigated by the FBI for allegedly taking bribes to push for pardons before being pardoned himself by then-Governor Ralph Northam just before leaving office.

House Democrats are plotting a range of moves to broadcast their defiance of President Trump during his State of the Union address next week, as the speech coincides with an ongoing DHS shutdown and a bitter impasse between the White House and congressional Democrats.

A super PAC backed by major AI companies is spending millions on advertisements to shape AI regulation ahead of the midterm elections, as a fierce battle intensifies over who gets to determine the rules of the road for an industry advancing faster than lawmakers can keep up.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is threatening to revoke service members' tuition assistance at dozens of top universities he views as biased against the armed forces, opening a new front in the administration's culture war with academia that is raising alarms in both military and academic communities.

The partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown dragged into its fifth day with no resolution in sight, as Democrats sent a new counteroffer to Republicans on ICE reforms. The impasse leaves thousands of DHS employees in limbo while both parties dig in — Democrats demanding body cameras and enforcement reforms, Republicans insisting on clean funding without conditions.

Speaker Mike Johnson faces growing difficulties as rebellious House Republicans team up with Democrats to inflict procedural defeats, threatening to grind Trump's legislative agenda to a halt amid the party's razor-thin majority.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's effort to establish foreign policy credentials at the Munich Security Conference backfired, with criticism from both sides of the aisle. Vice President Vance told her to 'read a book' about China after she stumbled through questions on defending Taiwan.

The partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown entered its fourth day with no resolution in sight. The White House said negotiators remain 'pretty far apart' on a deal, as Democrats demand ICE reforms in exchange for funding. DHS spokeswoman Tricia McLaughlin also departed the administration.

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly, a former Navy captain and astronaut, told the BBC he will 'seriously consider' a run for the White House, saying the country is in 'some seriously challenging times.' His comments add another potential candidate to the growing 2028 Democratic field alongside governors Gavin Newsom and Josh Shapiro.

The Department of Homeland Security partial shutdown has entered its fourth day with no end in sight. Senate Democrats blocked a stopgap spending bill, demanding reforms to ICE operations before agreeing to fund the department. Dual-track negotiations continue over DHS funding and the House-passed SAVE Act, with both sides blaming the other for the impasse.

Formal enforcement agreements between Immigration and Customs Enforcement and local law enforcement agencies have skyrocketed from 135 under the Biden administration to over 1,168 under President Trump — a 950% increase, according to a new analysis by advocacy group FWD.us. DHS also highlighted a major holiday weekend sting targeting convicted pedophiles and child traffickers, calling those arrested 'the worst of the worst.' The surge in local-federal cooperation marks a dramatic expansion of interior immigration enforcement that has reshaped the relationship between federal and local authorities nationwide.

The Munich Security Conference laid bare a widening chasm between the United States and its European allies. Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Europe to work with America to preserve Western civilization and praised Christianity as central to Western identity, receiving sustained applause. But European leaders remain deeply skeptical of the Trump administration's intentions. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez drew mixed reviews from her own party for stumbling on foreign policy questions, while Hillary Clinton got into a heated exchange with Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka over gender ideology and immigration. Clinton notably conceded that mass immigration is 'destabilizing' — a position long held by conservatives.

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Jon Meacham discusses Trump's impact on democracy and presidential power in his latest book, a collection of speeches, letters, and original texts from 1619 to the present. Meacham's analysis places current developments in the context of American democratic struggles throughout history.

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act in Congress would require proof of U.S. citizenship to vote in federal elections. Supporters argue the measure has broad public support and counter claims that it would disenfranchise millions of married women, calling such assertions false. Senator Bill Hagerty stated that the American public broadly supports showing voter ID, emphasizing election integrity measures.

A Salon opinion piece argues that Attorney General Pam Bondi's leadership is creating institutional damage at the Department of Justice that will require comprehensive reforms similar to those implemented after Watergate. The author contends that Bondi's approach represents abuses of prosecutorial discretion and political interference in law enforcement decisions. The commentary suggests that her Democratic successor will inherit a department needing structural changes to restore independence and public trust in federal law enforcement institutions.

Ty Cobb, who served as White House counsel during Trump's first term, stated that top Trump administration officials 'should be impeached,' including the president himself. His comments followed chaotic congressional hearings and Trump's praise for controversial figures. Cobb, once an insider defending Trump during the Mueller investigation, argued that accountability is overdue for what he characterized as abuses of power. The criticism from a former ally adds weight to Democratic calls for oversight, though impeachment proceedings face significant political obstacles.

National Public Radio reports increasing concerns among some Americans about authoritarian trends in U.S. governance. The story, aggregated through Google News, reflects ongoing debates about executive power, democratic norms, and institutional checks and balances. Specific details about the scope and methodology of reported concerns were not available in the brief summary, though the topic continues generating discussion across the political spectrum.

As President Trump enters his second year of his second term, Democratic lawmakers and legacy media continue expressing opposition to his Cabinet selections. The ongoing criticism mirrors resistance patterns from his first term, with Sunday news programs and congressional hearings featuring sustained scrutiny of administration appointees. The Daily Wire characterizes the opposition as predictable, suggesting Democrats maintain consistent messaging against Trump's executive branch choices regardless of the specific nominees or policy positions involved.

The Trump administration's handling of Jeffrey Epstein files has sparked backlash across the political spectrum, with Attorney General Pam Bondi facing intense scrutiny during House testimony. Popular podcasters like Joe Rogan, who helped deliver Trump's 2024 victory among young male voters, are calling the redacted releases 'gaslighting' and questioning who the administration is protecting. Research shows three-quarters of Americans have heard about the controversy, with young men particularly concerned—41% of young Republican men expressing disapproval, their highest area of disagreement with Trump. The slow-walked disclosure has become a significant political liability, breaking through traditional partisan lines.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has nearly cleared the Democratic field in her reelection campaign after several challengers dropped out, including Lieutenant Governor Antonio Delgado. Once struggling with low favorability ratings, Hochul has rebounded to personal best approval numbers, positioning herself as the frontrunner to win back Albany this fall with minimal primary opposition.

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries has threatened to pressure Maryland Democratic Senate President Bill Ferguson for blocking a redistricting plan that could eliminate the state's only Republican congressional district. The standoff reveals tensions between national and state Democratic leaders over aggressive partisan gerrymandering, with Ferguson resisting pressure to support the controversial map that would consolidate Democratic control of Maryland's congressional delegation.

Democrats are raising concerns about Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's presence during an FBI search of a Georgia voting center after an unsealed affidavit revealed the federal case relies on claims about the 2020 election that have been widely disputed. The document credited Kurt Olsen, an ally associated with election challenges, sparking new questions about the basis for the investigation and Gabbard's involvement in the operation.

Senate Republicans are expressing concern that their party isn't doing enough to address affordability issues ahead of midterm elections. With only narrow majorities and fractious internal divisions, legislation has stalled and is expected to slow further. President Trump and congressional Republicans face mounting pressure as the fast-approaching midterms could reshape control of Congress. Some worry that failure to pass meaningful cost-reduction measures could hurt the party at the ballot box.

The Department of Homeland Security remains partially shut down as Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, demand ICE reforms following fatal Minnesota shootings. Republicans reject these changes, leaving DHS employees working without pay. Democrats are also attending the Munich Security Conference while the shutdown persists, drawing criticism from Republicans. The impasse threatens immigration enforcement oversight and air travel operations as midterm elections approach.

Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) and other GOP leaders across the country are expressing opposition to ICE expanding detention centers for illegal immigrants in their states, breaking with Trump administration plans. Republicans cite infrastructural and economic concerns regarding the establishment of new Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, demonstrating bipartisan resistance to certain aspects of federal immigration enforcement expansion.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has positioned his state as a test case for organized opposition to Trump administration immigration enforcement, signing laws limiting ICE operations, creating an accountability commission staffed by retired federal judges, and successfully blocking federalized National Guard deployment in Chicago streets. Pritzker calls for defunding and replacing ICE under Trump's leadership, arguing agents are engaging in racial profiling and acting as "secret police." The billionaire Democratic governor, who spent $58 million of his own money supporting a graduated income tax, is being discussed as a potential 2028 presidential candidate while he focuses on reelection for a third gubernatorial term.

At the Munich Security Conference, bipartisan criticism emerged from American politicians challenging President Trump's approach to European allies. Both Republican and Democratic leaders broke ranks to condemn what they described as destructive policies involving tariffs and unpredictability. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas rejected US claims of Europe facing 'civilizational erasure,' calling it 'fashionable euro-bashing' and asserting that other countries look up to Europe for values like press freedom. The conference highlighted growing tension in transatlantic relations as European nations question whether traditional alliances remain sufficient.

The cryptocurrency industry is amassing a significant political war chest ahead of the midterm elections, with the Fairshake PAC accumulating more than $193 million in cash. The super PAC has already begun spending to influence races and support candidates favorable to crypto-friendly regulation. The effort represents one of the largest industry-backed political spending campaigns of the current election cycle.

Virginia Democrats say they will do 'whatever it takes' to pass a new redistricting plan, with a statewide vote scheduled for April 21. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has backed the effort, which Republicans argue is a partisan gerrymander designed to maximize Democratic seats ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton delivered a fiery speech at the Munich Security Conference criticizing 'white men' and the MAGA movement, while claiming that children were not detained at the border during the Obama administration. The remarks drew sharp criticism from conservative commentators who disputed her characterization of border policy under previous administrations.

Grassroots progressive organizers in Texas are celebrating a surprise electoral victory, demonstrating that local organizing can compete against heavily funded Republican campaigns backed by billionaire megadonors. The win is being viewed as a potential template for Democratic strategy in traditionally conservative districts.

Senate Republicans are advancing the SAVE Act, which would require proof of citizenship to vote in federal elections, with Sen. Bill Hagerty citing polling showing broad public support for voter ID requirements, including among Democratic voters. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has vowed to fight the bill, calling it 'Jim Crow 2.0' and arguing it would disenfranchise eligible voters. The legislation is part of a broader policy push by the Trump administration that also includes EPA deregulation.

The Trump administration is overhauling ICE leadership nationwide as Border Czar Tom Homan dismisses Democratic demands about enforcement operations, saying agents must protect themselves. A small federal security force will remain in Minneapolis after a larger deployment drew local resistance. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem drew controversy with remarks about 'electing right leaders,' while Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is building a Democratic playbook to resist federal immigration enforcement. Separately, 16-year-old Ofelia Torres, who had advocated for her father's release from ICE detention, died of cancer.

Former President Barack Obama broke his silence on President Trump's sharing of a racist AI-generated video depicting Obama as an ape, lamenting that people who 'used to have decorum' now show 'no shame.' Obama described social media political discourse as a 'clown show' and called the behavior 'deeply troubling.' Conservative commentators, including Piers Morgan, accused Obama of hypocrisy, while a former Obama aide argued the former president was never the progressive that modern critics claim.

A partial government shutdown affecting the Department of Homeland Security began after midnight, triggering mass furloughs of federal workers. TSA employees are working without pay, causing concerns about impacts on air travel and national security operations. Republican Senator Mullin called the standoff 'political theater,' while Senator Britt criticized Democrats for attending the Munich Security Conference while DHS remained unfunded.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says Washington Republicans are wasting time and resources trying to throw Sen. John Cornyn a lifeline in the state's hotly contested GOP primary. Progressive organizers, meanwhile, are claiming a recent special election upset in south Texas as proof that the GOP immigration hard line is becoming "political kryptonite" in border communities.