Johnson’s grip on the House slips as Republicans defy leadership

Washington — House Speaker Mike Johnson has had a bruising month, with Republicans repeatedly defying his leadership amid growing frustration over how he’s led the fractious majority.  Fresh off a defeat over a long-stalled bill to compel the Trump administration to release materials related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the Louisiana Republican has struggled

Trump, Clinton seen in new batch of Epstein photos released by Democrats

Rep. Robert Garcia of California, the top Democrat on the Oversight panel, told reporters that the tranche of photos the committee received from Epstein’s estate includes images of “powerful men,” women and the late disgraced financier’s properties. He emphasized that Democrats are committed to transparency and vowed to release all the information they receive. Garcia

Commander overseeing U.S. military forces in Caribbean relinquishes command early

Doral, Florida — The admiral overseeing U.S. military forces in South America relinquished command Friday, as the U.S. continues its buildup of ships and military assets off Venezuela and carries out strikes against alleged drug boats.  “We have worked hard and tirelessly to build relationships and understand requirements across the region,” Adm. Alvin Holsey said

U.S. could owe businesses $168B if Supreme Court rejects Trump tariffs

The U.S. government could owe businesses as much as $168 billion if the Supreme Court rules that the Trump administration improperly invoked a federal emergency powers law earlier this year in hitting dozens of countries with new tariffs, according to a recent analysis.  Through December 5, the U.S. government has collected $259 billion in tariff