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War Powers Vote Is the Latest Embarrassment for House Speaker Mike Johnson

Johnson is seemingly incapable of standing up to the Trump administration, even when one of Congress' core responsibilities is at stake.

Reason · May 22

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signs order requiring state to issue guidance on immigration enforcement at polling places

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) signed an executive order on May 20 requiring the state Department of Elections to issue guidance for election workers on engaging with federal immigration officers at polling places, among other directives.

Ballotpedia · May 22

Barry Moore and Jared Hudson advanced from the May 19 Republican primary for the U.S. Senate in Alabama to the June 16 primary runoff

Since no candidate won 50% of the vote in the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate in Alabama, the top two vote getters — Barry Moore (R) and Jared Hudson (R) — advanced to the Republican primary runoff on June 16, 2026. Ahead of the Republican primary on May 19,…

Ballotpedia · May 22

Tulsi Gabbard out as DNI but Trump doesn’t tee up a confirmation fight

Former Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard is resigning from her post as director of national intelligence because of her husband’s cancer battle, President Donald Trump announced Friday. The commander in chief said Principal Deputy DNI Aaron Lukas would take over after Gabbard departs on June 30. Trump described Lukas as “highly…

Roll Call · May 22

Kevin Warsh sworn in as Fed chair as Trump faces backlash over economy

Former Wall Street banker takes over amid growing concern over cost of living and disapproval of Trump’s agenda

The Guardian - US · May 22

MAGA Supporters Unite To Troll ‘Dixie Chicks’ Star After Noticing Her Transformation

A troop of right-wingers slammed singer Natalie Maines for her appearance after she recently called out President Donald Trump in an online rant.

Bored Panda · May 22

‘There’s always a consequence’: Donald Trump targets yet another Republican, and GOP is terrified of the problems this will cause

“It just kind of felt like he was working against his own team.”

We Got This Covered · May 22

Democrats Call GOP 'Coward' For Canceling Vote That Could Have Limited Trump's Military Power in Iran

House Republicans cancelled a vote on limiting Trump's war powers over Iran, sparking Democratic accusations of cowardice and political manoeuvring to avoid bipartisan rebuke.

International Business Times UK · May 22

Quote of the day by Harrison Ford: 'What's important is to be able to see yourself, I think, as having commonality with other...' - life lessons on humanity, equality, why fame and success should'nt change how you treat people by The Fugitive and Air Force One actor

Quote of the day by Harrison Ford: He emphasizes shared humanity, urging against letting success breed superiority. He highlights that despite differing life paths, everyone experiences common struggles, emotions, fears, and hopes. True fulfillment, he suggests, lies in humility, respect, and emotional connection, not just status.

The Economic Times · May 22

Trump Says He Might Miss Don Jr.'s Wedding, Cites 'Bad Timing' Amid Iran Crisis—But 'Why Golf Every Weekend?'

President Trump may miss his son's wedding due to global tensions, particularly with Iran, sparking criticism over his priorities amid ongoing golf outings.

International Business Times UK · May 22