The Latest Breaking News on US Politics

Coffee shops renaming Americanos ‘Canadianos’ in protest at Trump tariffs

The trend of renaming the popular drink has taken hold across the country

The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2025

Key takeaways from Donald Trump’s first cabinet meeting with Elon Musk

Musk defended DOGE attempts to fire federal employees, while Trump said Russia would have to make concessions for peace.

Al Jazeera · Feb 26, 2025

New Texas Supreme Court chief justice calls for judicial raises, changes to bail laws

Chief Justice Jimmy Blacklock embraced constitutional originalism, a judicial philosophy tied to conservatism, in addressing the Legislature.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 26, 2025

Trump memo calls on US federal agencies to prepare for mass layoffs

The US president and his allies continue their efforts to dismantle agencies long viewed with ire by conservatives.

Al Jazeera · Feb 26, 2025

Vivek Ramaswamy Announces Run for Ohio Governor, Has Trump's 'Complete and Total Endorsement': 'He Is Something Special'

Vivek Ramaswamy, backed by Trump's "complete and total endorsement," launches his 2026 Ohio gubernatorial campaign in a high-stakes GOP showdown against Attorney General Dave Yost.

Latin Times · Feb 26, 2025

Texas Senator Files 'Parental Bill of Rights' to Extend State's DEI Ban in Public Schools

Earlier this month, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said "schools must not push woke agendas on our kids," adding that "schools are for education, not indoctrination."

Latin Times · Feb 26, 2025

Thin majority of Texas House signs on to support voucher bill

The 75 co-sponsors plus the bill’s author would provide enough votes to pass Gov. Abbott’s top priority measure in the 150-seat House.

The Texas Tribune · Feb 26, 2025

Trump Argues That Federal Workers Who Didn't Respond to DOGE Email Aren't 'Where They're Supposed to Be': 'Maybe They Don't Exist'

Trump questions whether federal workers who ignored Musk's email ultimatum even exist, hinting at payroll fraud, as Musk demands proof of life in a controversial government overhaul—while Trump jokes that cabinet members who dislike Musk will be ousted.

Latin Times · Feb 26, 2025

What the Trump administration hopes to achieve with its new illegal immigrant registry

The move sends a clear signal to those illegally in the US

The Independent UK · Feb 26, 2025

District Judge Blocks Trump's Refugee Resettlement Pause, Saying It 'Crossed the Line'

“I cannot ignore Congress’ detailed framework for refugee admissions and the limits it placed on the president’s ability to suspend the same,” said Judge Jamal Whitehead.

Reason · Feb 26, 2025