The Latest Breaking News on US Politics

Two In Three Americans Oppose Trump Signature on Money & White House Ballroom, Poll Shows

Americans oppose President Donald Trump's plan to tear down the White House East Wing and build a new ballroom by a 2-to-1 margin.

International Business Times · Apr 30

Pete Hegseth looked bad in the House. He looks even worse in the Senate

ANALYSIS: Watching Hegseth try and answer these probing questions from restrained experts was like watching Buzz Lightyear realize he isn't really a spaceman, writes Holly Baxter

The Independent UK · Apr 30

Trump pulls Casey Means' stalled surgeon general nomination and says he'll put forth Nicole Saphier

President Donald Trump says he's nominating former Fox News Channel contributor Dr. Nicole Saphier for surgeon general after Dr. Casey Means’ path forward stalled in the Senate over questions about her experience and her stance on vaccines

The Independent UK · Apr 30

Move over TACO, NACHO takes over: Trump earns new nickname amid oil disruption from Strait of Hormuz blockade

Market analysts have shifted from the 'TACO' nickname for President Trump to 'NACHO' amid escalating tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. This new label reflects growing skepticism that the crucial global energy route will reopen soon, despite ongoing diplomatic efforts and trade disputes.

The Times of India · Apr 30

Pete Hegseth Leaves Lawmakers Alarmed by Declining to Verify Donald Trump's Mental Suitability to Lead as Commander-in-Chief

Hegseth avoided directly answering questions about Trump's mental fitness during a congressional hearing, leading to a tense exchange with lawmakers

International Business Times UK · Apr 30

Christian Menefee’s district sat vacant for 11 months. His first bill in Congress would set a deadline for special elections.

The Houston Democrat was elected earlier this year to finish out the term of Rep. Sylvester Turner, who died in March 2025. The safely blue district was left vacant for 334 days.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 30

King and Queen bid formal farewell to US president and first lady

Charles and Camilla have fulfilled a busy agenda since arriving in Washington on Monday, while smoothing transatlantic tensions.

Evening Standard · Apr 30

House Republicans Approve Budget Plan to Give ICE, Border Patrol £55B in Funding Despite Record Low Public Support

House Republicans passed a Senate-approved budget resolution to fund U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, marking a first step toward securing funding without Democratic support.

International Business Times UK · Apr 30

Louisiana halts House elections after Supreme Court map ruling

The delay gives the Legislature time to draw a new map, Gov. Landry says.

Axios · Apr 30

Louisiana Faces Election Shake-Up After Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act

Louisiana has suspended its May congressional primaries after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the state's majority-Black congressional district, forcing officials to halt elections that were days away from early voting.

Latin Times · Apr 30