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Senate Votes to Freeze Lawmakers’ Pay During Shutdowns

The resolution, which passed unanimously, would hold senators’ salaries until the government reopens.
05/15/2026

Court Backs FBI in Battle Over Georgia 2020 Ballots

The ruling keeps the ballots in federal hands as the investigation into Georgia’s 2020 election continues.
05/07/2026

For Obama, the ‘Ape Video’ Was About More Than an Insult

In a recent interview, the former president called out the racist AI video and said attacks on family hit differently.
05/05/2026

Racist Flyer Depicting Ohio Judge Candidate as a Criminal Sparks Backlash

L. Mialon Morris calls out the attack ad featuring her "Rap Sheet" and twisted charges as "racist propaganda" in the heated Summit County race against Kelly McLaughlin.
05/04/2026

Daughter of Late Congressman David Scott Announces Congressional Run At Father’s Funeral

‘I think my father would come back to life and kick my butt if I didn’t,’ Marcye Scott said.
05/04/2026

Clarence Thomas: Voting Rights Act Doesn't Grant Racial Groups ‘An Entitlement’ to Representation

Justice Thomas is leading the push to strip away protections that help ensure Black people and other communities of color have a fair seat at the table in Congress.
04/30/2026

White House Says Trump and US Officials Were Targeted in Shooting

Officials say the Correspondents’ Dinner shooting was aimed at the president, sending the gala into panic and prompting a federal probe.
04/27/2026

Sheila Cherfilus‑McCormick Quits Congress Before Ethics Vote

The Florida Democrat steps down moments before the House panel could recommend her expulsion over alleged misuse of $5 million in federal aid.
04/22/2026

Trump Abruptly Fires Attorney General Pam Bondi

Another one bites the dust.
04/03/2026

Tristan Thompson Raises Eyebrows After Praising President Trump

NBA veteran Tristan Thompson gets real about immigration, his Canadian roots, and why he’s rocking with the Trump-Vance administration.
04/01/2026

John James Booed By His Own Party At Michigan GOP Rally

The Republican governor hopeful received an icy welcome as his primary rivals looked on, amused.
03/31/2026