The Latest Breaking News on US Politics

Democrats express alarm at Tulsi Gabbard’s presence at FBI elections office raid

Lawmakers question national intelligence head’s fitness for office after overt, unexplained appearance

The Guardian - US · Jan 29

Bills are high - but health care costs now the most worrying issue for Americans

About a third of new poll’s respondents said they were ‘very worried’ about being able to afford health care

The Independent UK · Jan 29

FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims made during Trump's first cabinet meeting of 2026

President Donald Trump has held his first cabinet meeting of 2026, focusing on the economy, housing, energy, health initiatives and drug prices

The Independent UK · Jan 29

Senate blocks government funding package as DHS dispute stalls talks — will US face a second shutdown?

Senate Democrats and some Republicans blocked a government funding package, jeopardizing a Friday deadline and signaling ongoing negotiations. Democrats opposed the bill due to Homeland Security funding, demanding reforms to ICE's immigration crackdown. A shutdown could impact agencies like the IRS and court operations, though many departments are already funded.

The Times of India · Jan 29

Why Democrats won't rush to force Noem impeachment vote

"We don't want a show vote. We want a successful vote," House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries said.

Axios · Jan 29

5 Ways the Potential Friday Night Government Shutdown Will Impact NYC Commuters

Washington gridlock has returned, and the clock is ticking toward a midnight deadline this Friday, January 30. While political standoffs often feel distant, a federal funding lapse creates real ripples in the daily life of New York City. Commuters, travelers, and residents are right to wonder how a shutdown affects…

Budget and the Bees · Jan 29

Jasmine Crockett, James Talarico in dead heat in Texas’ Senate Democratic primary, new poll finds

The survey of likely Democratic voters suggests the March 3 primary is a toss-up less than three weeks out from early voting.

The Texas Tribune · Jan 29

Trump floats Ted Cruz for Supreme Court again, and his reason why Democrats would approve him has everyone laughing

That’s peak roasting!

We Got This Covered · Jan 29

What is the 'Trump Gold Card'? Will Nicki Minaj become a US citizen now?

Rapper Nicki Minaj has made headlines after switching gears from critic to fervent supporter of President Trump, proudly unveiling her 'Trump Gold Card.' This prestigious card is part of an initiative that fast-tracks residency for wealthy immigrants willing to invest significantly.

The Times of India · Jan 29

It is time world leaders matched Donald Trump’s game

Letters: Readers respond to an article by Jonathan Freedland on the need for a new western alliance to stand up to the US president

The Guardian - UK · Jan 29