Donald Trump dismisses idea of wearing bulletproof vest, worries it’d make him look fat I'm sure the Secret Service are thrilled he's confirmed he doesn't wear a vest. We Got This Covered · May 1
Digested week: King bites tongue as president indulges his own fantasies While Charles and Camilla were on a three-line whip, MPs watched the excruciating discomfort of civil servants The Guardian - UK · May 1
President Donald Trump reveals what he really thinks about the royal family President Donald Trump has revealed what he really thinks about members of the royal family following King Charles and Queen Camilla's visit to the US - sharing his thoughts on the Prince and Princess of Wales as well as Prince Harry and Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. BANG Premier · May 1
Under the Trump administration, pressure on the press is both subtle and direct Something like the demand by Donald Trump that news organizations publish interviews in full may seem innocuous, but they have serious implications The Guardian - US · May 1
ICE warrants were central to Abbott’s immigration dispute with Texas cities. Here’s how they work. Unlike criminal warrants, ICE administrative warrants don’t require approval from an independent judge. ICE defends the practice, but legal experts say they can have errors and risk wrongful detention. The Texas Tribune · May 1
Dan Patrick eyes closing “gambling loophole” for prediction markets. The feds stand in Texas’ way. A Trump administration agency has sued other states that sought to regulate Kalshi, Polymarket and other prediction operations under their gambling laws. The Texas Tribune · May 1
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‘Deadbeats, slackers, the worst welfare cheats in the world’: New York Republican mayoral candidate unloads on British royal family "I hate the king. I hate the queen. We should do away with the royalty!" We Got This Covered · May 1
President Donald Trump hails King Charles as 'the greatest King' King Charles was called "the greatest King" by President Donald Trump as the monarch and his wife Queen Camilla wrapped up their four-day state visit to the US on Thursday (30.04.26). BANG Premier · May 1
Barry Christian Found Dead After Missing Reports: 10 Photos of Oklahoma State Senate Candidate Barry Christian, an Oklahoma State Senate candidate, was found dead after being reported missing. His death has shocked the District 38 community and disrupted the 2026 election cycle. International Business Times UK · May 1
Charles and Camilla tell US ‘thank you for the warmth of your welcome’ Donald Trump has said it was Charles and Camilla’s intervention that prompted the decision to lift the tariffs on Scottish whisky. Evening Standard · May 1
Pentagon calls timeout on War Powers The 60-day deadline is arriving on requiring the president to seek authorization. Axios · May 1
Charles arrives in Bermuda after successful US state visit The King will spend three days touring Bermuda. Evening Standard · May 1
The Texas Tribune · Apr 30 Chad Hasty, West Texas conservative talk show host, dies unexpectedly Hasty, known statewide for his evocative political conversations, is described by his friends as “open-minded and respectful.”
Latin Times · Apr 30 Hillary Clinton Calls Supreme Court Voting Rights Ruling "Overlooks Reality For a Self-Serving Right-Wing Fantasy" Hillary Clinton accused the Supreme Court's conservative majority of demolishing what remained of the Voting Rights Act, warning that Republican-led states are already moving to redraw congressional maps in ways that could dilute Black voting power.
International Business Times UK · Apr 30 Trump Demands Cognitive Exam for Every President — Claims Obama and Biden Wouldn't Have Passed President Trump proposes mandatory cognitive tests for presidential and vice-presidential candidates, aiming to ensure mental fitness and prevent unfit leaders from taking office.
The Times of India · Apr 30 'Don't want to look 20 pounds heavier': Trump jabs reports of wearing bulletproof vest during White House dinner attack President Trump dismissed reports of wearing a bulletproof vest, joking about the added weight. He acknowledged security considerations but expressed reluctance to appear overly protected. Trump stated he avoids dwelling on personal security threats to remain effective in his duties, following an attempted assassination at a White House event.
International Business Times · Apr 30 Another Lawmaker Is Under Investigation By The House Ethics Committee: Report Rep. Chuck Edwards has become the latest lawmaker to be under investigation by the House Ethics Committee, according to a new report.
The Guardian - US · Apr 30 What is the US supreme court’s voting rights ruling about and will it affect midterms? Rightwing justices in Louisiana v Callais led 6-3 vote to redraw congressional maps in blow to Voting Rights Act
International Business Times UK · Apr 30 Trump Has 'Health Affliction Going On' But Could Still Live Up to 100, Political Commentator Claims Donald Trump's health is under scrutiny due to visible injuries and erratic habits, sparking speculation about his medical condition despite official dismissals.
Bored Panda · Apr 30 “Accidental Ally”: 38 Funny Examples Of Hateful People Ending Up Supporting LGBTQ+ Folks Support for LGBTQ+ individuals is becoming more and more important in these hateful times. Yet some people, in their failed attempts to humiliate or insult queer folks, become accidental allies. Whether they misunderstand trans terminology, use the wrong pronouns, or just are factually wrong, they end up showing support instead…
Axios · Apr 30 Scoop: Rep. Chuck Edwards under investigation by House Ethics A lawyer from the Ethics committee said in an email obtained by Axios that the panel was probing unspecified allegations involving the North Carolina Republican.
The Guardian - US · Apr 30 US House passes bill funding much of DHS, ending agency’s longest shutdown Bipartisan measure includes funding for Secret Service and TSA, but excludes immigration enforcement operations
International Business Times · Apr 30 White House Correspondents Dinner Shooter To Remain In Custody After Being Charged Cole Allen, the suspect accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner, will remain in custody after being charged with attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump.