Progressive Democrats are threatening to leverage the end-of-January government funding deadline to push restrictions on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), escalating tensions within their party following the fatal shooting of a woman who struck an ICE agent with her car in Minneapolis.
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan condemned the Laken Riley Act — legislation requiring the detention of certain illegal immigrants charged with theft-related crimes — criticizing the measure named after a young woman who was murdered by an illegal alien, as her own state faces ongoing federal investigations into large-scale fraud involving Somali migrants and taxpayer funds.
President Donald Trump said the 2027 military budget should be increased to $1.5 trillion, pointing to national security needs and strong tariff revenues as reasons the higher amount is both necessary and achievable.
As the 2026 midterm elections approach, a coalition of progressive advocacy groups has renewed calls to impeach President Donald Trump and senior administration officials, citing what they describe as an “illegal and unconstitutional” military attack on Venezuela.
Michael Edward Reagan, the eldest son of President Ronald Reagan, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, following a battle with cancer. His death marks the loss of a voice that for decades worked to preserve and promote the values, legacy, and character of one of America’s most revered presidents.
President Donald Trump announced Tuesday on social media that an investigation into alleged fraud in California has begun, pointing to what he described as deep corruption under Governor Gavin Newsom. The statement comes as California faces mounting scrutiny over welfare, education, and unemployment fraud, amid a broader national crackdown following high-profile fraud cases in states like Minnesota.
George Conway, a former Republican and longtime critic of Donald Trump, officially launched his bid for Congress on Tuesday, with a campaign video that positions his candidacy as a direct challenge to the president and his policies.
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has announced that its board of directors has formally voted to dissolve the organization, marking the end of its 58-year role as the federally chartered steward of public broadcasting.
President Donald Trump reacted Monday to Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s announcement that he would not seek reelection following mounting reports of fraud in the state.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has announced administrative action against retired Navy Captain Mark Kelly, citing public statements from the second half of 2025 that the Department of War says were “seditious” and encouraged service members to disobey lawful orders.
President Donald Trump put Colombian President Gustavo Petro on notice during a Saturday press conference, where he also addressed the fallout from the U.S. military operation that captured Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro.
Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Dan “Raizin” Caine on Saturday provided the most detailed account to date of the United States military operation that led to the apprehension of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro and his wife, describing an extraordinarily complex mission executed with exacting coordination, global reach, and zero American casualties.
Following the overnight raid that resulted in the capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth honored the courage of American forces and emphasized President Donald Trump’s decisive leadership.
Lawmakers and legal scholars are defending President Trump’s authority to capture Nicolás Maduro without prior approval from Congress.
Democrats face persistent internal discord, unresolved strategic debates, and voter skepticism that threatens to complicate their path toward unity and success in the 2028 presidential election.
To mark the end of her first year as first lady for a second time, Melania Trump outlined a sweeping record of accomplishments spanning legislation, technology, child welfare, diplomacy, media, and public service — illustrating her expanded role on both the national and global stage in 2025.
With Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Y) set to leave office after his current term, ending more than four decades in the Senate, at least eight buildings, programs, and public spaces in Kentucky have carried or currently carry his name.
Kamala Harris, former vice president and failed presidential candidate, has revealed plans for a political action committee called “Fight for the People,” describing it as a vehicle to travel, speak out, and support Democratic candidates through fundraising efforts.
Rep. Tom Emmer (R-MN), the House Majority Whip, has issued a letter to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz demanding answers and immediate action following allegations of large-scale fraud involving Somali-run, publicly funded daycare and healthcare centers.
In a recent podcast appearance, former Vice President and failed presidential candidate Kamala Harris shared her dating advice for single women.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt shared on Friday that she and her husband are expecting their second child, a daughter, due next May.
Hope Walz, daughter of Minnesota governor and former vice-presidential candidate Tim Walz, shared a Christmas message that included a rebuke of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), expressing solidarity with communities she says are being harmed by the agency’s actions.
President Donald Trump stated that, acting as Commander in Chief, he directed the United States to carry out a “powerful and deadly strike” in northwest Nigeria against ISIS terrorists, whom he identified as responsible for targeting and killing innocent Christians at historically severe levels.
A six-night projection-mapping spectacle will transform the Washington Monument into a luminous canvas beginning on New Year’s Eve, launching the official national celebration of America’s 250th anniversary with a striking visual tribute to the nation’s story.
On Christmas Day, the Team Trump Instagram account shared a social media post depicting President Donald Trump as Kevin McCallister from the 1992 film Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, in a holiday-themed tribute to his cameo in the movie. The digitally altered image places President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris in the roles of the film’s antagonists.
Marco Rubio underscored in a White House X post a series of national security, foreign policy, and immigration actions carried out under President Donald Trump’s administration.
Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-WY) has announced her campaign for the United States Senate in 2026, emphasizing her commitment to Wyoming’s communities, energy production, and immigration enforcement.
A rapid shift in Pennsylvania’s voter registration landscape has added to the Republican Party’s long-term momentum, as recent data show a notable weekly gain that continues to chip away at the Democratic edge built over decades in the key battleground state.
Former U.S. Senator Ben Sasse announced Tuesday that he has been diagnosed with metastasized stage-four pancreatic cancer.
CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss pulled a 60 Minutes segment on alleged abuse at a Salvadoran prison housing Venezuelan deportees just 36 hours before airtime, prompting correspondent Sharyn Alfonsi to call the decision political rather than editorial in an internal email.
The head of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops on Sunday warned of “widespread” fear among immigrant communities in response to President Donald Trump’s mass deportation policies and emphasized the need to uphold human dignity in immigration enforcement.
George Conway, the prominent attorney and longtime critic of President Donald Trump, formally submitted paperwork on Monday to run for the U.S. House of Representatives in New York’s 12th Congressional District. The filing marks his first entry into electoral politics and a notable move into the Democratic Party for the former Republican figure.
President Donald Trump has appointed Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry the United States Special Envoy to Greenland.
Following the fatal shooting of one National Guard member and the injury of another in Washington, DC, the George W. Bush Institute is urging against broadly targeting Afghan immigration applicants in response to the actions of a single individual.
In a radio appearance on Breitbart News Saturday, Washington Bureau Chief Matthew Boyle hosted a wide-ranging conversation with Olivia and Jonny Pollock, siblings featured in a new documentary that explores their roles in the January 6 Capitol protest, their time in hiding or under court supervision, and their eventual pardons by President Donald Trump on his first day back in office.
Vivek Ramaswamy dismissed the idea of “Heritage Americans” as illegitimate during remarks at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona, on Friday, directly challenging a narrative he says is gaining traction among some segments of the “online right.”
Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming announced Friday she will not seek reelection in 2026, marking the end of a public service career that included advocacy for American energy independence, constitutional rights, and government accountability.
Megyn Kelly reacted Thursday evening to remarks by Ben Shapiro and Bari Weiss following the opening of Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona.
Former Special Counsel Jack Smith told members of Congress in a private interview Wednesday that his team gathered sufficient evidence to support criminal charges against Donald Trump in connection with efforts to overturn the 2020 election and the retention of classified documents, even though both cases were later dropped following Trump’s return to the presidency.
The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will now bear the names of two American presidents after its board of trustees voted unanimously on Thursday to rename the institution “The Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts.”
