The Latest Breaking News on US Politics

Democrats introduce joint resolution to end Trump’s ‘lawless’ DC takeover

Legislation says special emergency conditions that would warrant federalization of DC police have not been met

The Guardian - US · Aug 15, 2025

This American Knife Maker Backed Trump. Now, His Tariffs Are Cutting Into Profits

A national tariff strategy is sound in theory. The government imposes hefty taxes on imports; foreign goods become more expensive; and thus consumers and businesses are nudged toward “buying American."

Benzinga · Aug 15, 2025

Trump is targeting sanctuary cities to settle political scores and potentially arrest his opponents

The president’s war on Democratic-run cities will not stop with Washington DC – it could get much worse

The Guardian - US · Aug 15, 2025

White House Reportedly Launches A Scorecard Rating 500+ Companies On Trump Loyalty — Who's Listed And How Ratings Are Determined

The White House has reportedly created a rating system to evaluate the support of corporate America for President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” and other policies.

Benzinga · Aug 15, 2025

Texas megadonor Alex Fairly will fund legal bid to keep GOP lawmakers on the primary ballot

The Amarillo businessman said he would tap into the $20 million political action committee he launched last year to preserve ballot access for censured Republicans.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 15, 2025

Washington DC and White House agree to scale back Trump ‘takeover’ of city police

US capital city’s law enforcement will remain under control of its chief, Pamela Smith

The Guardian - US · Aug 15, 2025

Republicans who backed Trump’s anti-environment bill have accepted over $105m from big oil

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes billions of dollars in giveaways to fossil fuel companies and their executives

The Guardian - US · Aug 15, 2025

New lawsuit challenges Trump's federal takeover of DC police department as crackdown intensifies

Washington is challenging President Donald Trump’s takeover of its police department in court after his administration increased federal control over the city

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2025

‘It’s not illegal to be homeless’: disquiet as Trump crews clear DC encampments

Federal officers swept encampments across DC overnight, leaving many uncertain about where they will find shelter

The Guardian - US · Aug 15, 2025

First Thing: Newsom says California hopes to redraw maps in response to Texas plan

Republican redestricting move aims to win House majority in midterms. Plus, plastic pollution talks fail in Geneva

The Guardian - UK · Aug 15, 2025