Government shutdown knowledge: gaming out its potential end
As Socrates or Yogi Berra might say, “knowing nothing" rules the shutdown standoff. President Trump’s role looms as Congress stalls, fatigue grows, and blame spreads.
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Sparks fly as Cuomo, Mamdani tear into each other during fiery debate: ‘Toxic energy’
New York City's mayoral candidates clashed over past scandals during Wednesday's debate, including Cuomo's sexual harassment allegations and Mamdani's alleged ties radical politics
Trading barbs from light-hearted to vicious, mayoral candidates make final appeal to New Yorkers
New York City mayoral candidates Zohran Mamdani, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa faced off in their last debate as billionaires call for Sliwa to drop out.
Trump reveals how US military is going to crack down on drug smugglers on land
President Donald Trump said the U.S. will “hit" drug smugglers attempting to enter the U.S. by land after a series of lethal strikes on cartel boats at sea.
Merkley nearly breaks Booker’s filibuster record, wins his praise for fighting ‘Trump’s authoritarian tactics’
Democrats and Republicans remain gridlocked over federal funding as Sen. Jeff Merkley's marathon speech delays consideration of a government shutdown resolution.
Maine Dem Senate hopeful backed by Bernie Sanders apologizes for Nazi-style tattoo, vows to stay in race
Dem Senate candidate Graham Platner covered a Nazi-linked tattoo after backlash over old posts and apologized but refused to quit as rivals demand he drop out.
Texas Rep Jasmine Crockett weighs Senate bid after redistricting threatens House seat
Rep. Jasmine Crockett considers Texas Senate run after polling shows strong primary performance. Democrat weighs expanding electorate strategy amid redistricting battle.