The Latest Breaking News on US Politics

The Domestic Emoluments Clause Returns To The Trump Presidential Library in Miami

The Trump Library will stand tall, but the plaintiffs have no standing.

Reason · May 14

Louisiana senate passes bill to eliminate one of two majority-Black congressional districts

If state’s house passes bill, redrawn map could could give state Republicans a 5-1 congressional majority

The Guardian - US · May 14

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton blocks more than 130 cities from raising property taxes

Attorney General Ken Paxton accused the cities, most of them small, of violating a state law aimed at preventing cities from unduly raising property taxes.

The Texas Tribune · May 14

Vance Says White House Has 'A Lot Of Work To Do' After Trump's On Americans' Finances

Vice President JD Vance said the Trump administration has "a lot of work to do" on the economy after President Donald Trump faced backlash for saying Americans' financial struggles were not motivating his push for a deal with Iran.

International Business Times · May 14

83-year-old Rep. Frederica Wilson eyes reelection despite Hill absence

The Florida Democrat has missed nearly a month's worth of House votes due to eye surgery.

Axios · May 14

Ex-aide to California Democrats admits guilt in scheme to steal campaign funds from health secretary

A top California Democratic political aide has agreed to plead guilty in a scheme to steal campaign funds from Xavier Becerra when he served as the federal health secretary

The Independent UK · May 14

Trump Economic Ratings Plummet To Historic Lows As US Grocery Prices Reach A Staggering Four-Year High

President Trump's economic approval rating has hit a record low as grocery prices surge, challenging his 2026 campaign promises. Rising tariffs and global conflicts contribute to the economic downturn.

International Business Times UK · May 14

US House leaders announce bipartisan effort to combat sexual misconduct in Congress

Announcement of taskforce comes after resignations of two congressmen amid sexual misconduct allegations

The Guardian - US · May 14

DHS Chief Denies 'Alligator Alcatraz' Is Dead, Even as Detainees Are Reportedly Being Moved Out

A New York Times report earlier this week cited a federal official who confirmed the center, which currently houses roughly 1,400 detainees, had become too expensive and would close

International Business Times · May 14

Newsom outlines his final budget proposal with no deficit, new major spending

California Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled his final budget proposal Thursday

The Independent UK · May 14