What to know about the Panama Canal’s history amid Trump comments

President-elect Donald Trump has repeatedly suggested the United States take over the Panama Canal, a shipping waterway that cuts across Central America, unless fees for using the canal are lowered.  Panama’s leader shot back in a recent statement, saying the shipping waterway is not for sale. Since then, Trump has posted repeatedly about the canal. 

Marianne Williamson launches bid for DNC chair

Washington — Marianne Williamson, a self-help author who twice ran for president, announced Thursday that she is running for chair of the Democratic National Committee. In an open letter to DNC members posted online, Williamson laid out her plan for the party as it seeks to move forward after losing the White House and Senate

Trump Names Kevin Marino Cabrera as US Envoy to Panama

The president-elect said his nominee is a ‘fierce fighter for America First principles’ who understands Latin American politics. President-elect Donald Trump nominated Miami-Dade County Commissioner Kevin Marino Cabrera to serve as U.S. ambassador to Panama, days after suggesting that the United States regain control of the Panama Canal. “I am pleased to announce that Kevin

Rand Paul Releases Annual ‘Festivus’ List of Wasteful Government Spending

This included $4.8 million on influencers, $2.1 million for Paraguayan border security, a $12 million Las Vegas pickleball complex, and $32,596 on breakdancing. Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) released on Dec. 24 his annual “Festivus” list of wasteful government spending in the past year. “Festivus” is a reference from the iconic TV show “Seinfeld” where the