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May 26, 2026
Live results: Texas House primary runoffs
Texas voters weighed in on primary runoffs, Iran's
May 26, 2026
Conservatives Regroup as Trump's Shadow Looms
Fusionism makes a comeback bid while Medicaid reform and Texas runoffs take center stage
May 26, 2026
Shifts in Politics and Policy Ahead of Midterms
Redistricting, Immigration, and Criticism of DOJ Fund Spark New Developments
May 26, 2026
Trump's Iran Deal and AI Race Stir Mixed Reactions
GOP senators express concerns over Trump's agenda, while tech giants prepare for AI IPOs
May 26, 2026
Russia warns foreign nationals to leave Kyiv after large attack
Russia warns foreigners to leave Kyiv, Mexico hosts Iran's World Cup team, and Israeli opposition leader criticizes US-Iran peace framework.
May 26, 2026
US forces conduct strikes in Iran, Centcom says
A potential deal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz hangs in the balance
May 26, 2026
Trump's Ballroom Project Stalls Amid Congressional, Court Pushback
Lawmakers face pay increase battle, Iran peace talks criticized, and more
Mar 24, 2026
Hegseth ‘disappointed’ by idea of ceasefire with Iran, says Trump
A tumultuous week in US politics sees Trump facing criticism on Iran, TSA pay, and a new low in approval ratings
Mar 24, 2026
What's Behind the Sudden Shifts in US Policy and Markets?
The past few days have seen a flurry of activity in Washington and on Wall Street, with a series of unexpected events leaving many wondering what's behind the sudden shifts in US policy and
Mar 24, 2026
Trump's Week: Policy Battles and Investigations
From the Supreme Court to ICE deployments, President Trump faces a multitude of challenges.
Mar 24, 2026
US Senate Confirms New DHS Head Amid Global Tensions
The Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin as the new head of the Department of Homeland Security as the US-Iran conflict continues to escalate, with over 300 children killed in Iran and Lebanon.
Mar 24, 2026
Can Trump Navigate Multiple Crises Amidst Criticism and Controversy?
Renovations, Iran talks, and ICE operations spark debate as Senate eyes DHS funding
Mar 17, 2026
US News Roundup: Shutdown, Intelligence Post, and Independence Anniversary
Updates on DHS, Defense Secretary's Aide, and Pope's Virtual Appearance
Mar 10, 2026
Trump's Week of Controversy: From Epstein Statue to Iran War
This week, President Trump found himself at the center of several controversies.
Mar 10, 2026
US-Iran Conflict: Diverging Accounts and Rising Tensions
Senate Democrats seek public hearings as Pentagon reports wounded service members
Mar 10, 2026
Politics and Policy in Turmoil
Developments in US politics and policy are causing concern, from RFK Jr.'s surgery to Rand Paul's midterm warnings.
Mar 10, 2026
US-Iran Conflict Enters 11th Day Amid Evacuations and Diplomatic Tensions
Exxon Mobil evacuates personnel, White House holds briefing as Trump administration navigates crisis
Jun 9, 2026
US Hits Iran, Trump Warns Hospitals, and Labor Bill Passes
A flurry of significant developments in US politics and international relations
Jun 9, 2026
US Launches Strikes on Iran, Meta Accuses Spyware Firm, and More
The US military launched strikes against Iran in retaliation for the downing of an American Apache helicopter, while Meta accused an Israeli spyware firm of violating a court order restricting phishing attempts on WhatsApp
Jun 9, 2026
Trump Faces Multiple Challenges Ahead
President Trump is facing a series of challenges, from a showdown over spy powers to a new immigration enforcement bill and controversy over voter rolls in California.
Jun 2, 2026
Global and Local News: Developments and Controversies
Catch up on the latest news from around the world, including Ukraine's claims of Russian child recruitment, US senators calling for a resignation, and ongoing controversies in US politics.
Jun 2, 2026
Trump's Picks and Global Developments Raise Concerns
President Trump's recent appointments and global events have raised eyebrows and sparked debate, from the naming of a new intel chief to a US fighter jet disabling an oil tanker headed for Iran.
Jun 2, 2026
Primaries in Full Swing Across the US
Voters in New Jersey, Iowa, and California head to the polls to decide key primary elections, setting the stage for the November midterms.