In 2025, President Trump returned to power and instituted change in Washington with executive orders that ranged from immigration crackdowns to sweeping foreign policy proposals to renaming government agencies. Although Congressional leaders were able to usher through Mr. Trump’s “One, Big Beautiful Bill,” his budget bill couldn’t get 60 votes to advance in the Senate,
Federal Crackdown Freezes the Money Flow to the Frigid State The Biden-era excuses are over, and the Trump administration just put Minnesota on notice. On Tuesday evening, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced it would halt childcare payments to the state pending complete verification of eligibility and accountability. We covered that Tuesday
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Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot warned Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino in a post on X that his "day of reckoning is fast approaching."
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New state laws taking effect in 2026 will impact Americans through higher minimum wages, tourism taxes and tighter SNAP restrictions across states.
Democrats scored major victories in 2025 elections despite brand challenges. DNC chair sees silver lining as party prepares for crucial midterms ahead.