The Latest Breaking News on US Politics

What on Earth is Melania Trump thinking?

The first lady has put the Barbra Streisand effect in overdrive with a PR nightmare of her own making

The Guardian - US · Apr 11

Democrats urged to reclaim anti-war identity amid Trump’s assault on Iran

War spurs debate on US power and role in the world – and progressives eye chance to reorient American foreign policy

The Guardian - US · Apr 11

'He Didn't Stop': Former Swalwell Staffer's Account of Sexual Misconduct Triggers Mass Exodus of Endorsers in California Governor Race

Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell faces multiple sexual assault allegations, leading to a collapse of his California gubernatorial campaign.

International Business Times UK · Apr 11

Thoughts on Today's Oral Argument in the Section 122 Tariff Cases

The outcome is unclear. But the judges seemed skeptical of the Trump Administration's claims that Section 122 grants them sweeping tariff powers.

Reason · Apr 10

Swalwell denies allegations of sexual assault as calls grow for him to withdraw from California governor race

Former allies of Democratic contender withdraw support after accusations in San Francisco Chronicle and on CNN

The Guardian - US · Apr 10

Portrayals of Islam and people of color dominate discussion in Texas’ social studies rewrite

The State Board of Education approved an early draft of social studies changes, setting up a vote in June that will determine how students learn history over the next decade.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Texas House Democrats who walked out over congressional map fined over $8,000 each

A Republican-led House committee approved the penalties Friday, charging Democrats $500 for each day they were absent, plus costs borne by law enforcement to bring them back.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Feds subpoena Texas counties for voters’ records

At least three Texas counties were contacted this week by the Department of Homeland Security for detailed records about individual voters.

The Texas Tribune · Apr 10

Kamala Harris Says She's 'Thinking About' Running for US President Again—Would You Vote for Her?

Kamala Harris has hinted at a potential 2028 presidential run, stirring debate within the Democratic Party and raising questions about her political future.

International Business Times UK · Apr 10

Trump Promises Staff Mass Pardons Before Leaving Office — Aides Say He Means It

Explore President Trump's unprecedented use of clemency powers, including plans for mass pardons before leaving office.

International Business Times UK · Apr 10