Congress Democrats were on a warpath, and neither Jay Clayton’s ‘job interview’ nor Todd Blanche’s ‘performance evaluation’ impressed “Isn’t it humiliating to be unable to answer this question?" We Got This Covered · Jul 16
What Todd Blanche accidentally revealed about Trump during his confirmation hearing ANALYSIS: This was an absurd situation dressed up like a normal hearing, writes Holly Baxter. But some of the former Trump lawyer’s exchanges with senators were particularly eye-opening The Independent UK · Jul 15
ICE Tells Agents to Temporarily Suspend Routine Vehicle Stops After Back-to-Back Fatal Shootings ICE has paused most routine vehicle stops nationwide after two fatal shootings in Texas and Maine, while reviewing enforcement tactics. The move is a temporary safety measure, not a policy change. International Business Times UK · Jul 15
A Rare Bipartisan Push to Fix Social Security Emerges in the Senate as 2032 Funding Deadline and $500 Cut Threat Loom A bipartisan group of senators introduced the Protecting Retirement Opportunities and Maintaining Income Security for Everyone (PROMISE) Act on Tuesday, seeking to establish a legislative process for Congress to consider long-term Social Security reforms before the program’s projected funding shortfall. Benzinga · Jul 15
Epstein survivors release video urging Senate to block Trump’s AG pick over botched release of files Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche set for confirmation hearing Wednesday but campaigners abused by Jeffrey Epstein say his handling of the government’s documents on the late predator should be disqualifying The Independent UK · Jul 14
Kash Patel’s ‘luxury’ perks and ‘out of control’ spending under microscope by Congressional Democrats FBI director’s alleged demands for ‘perks’ on the job, including snorkeling and jet ski trips, is straining the bureau, lawmakers say The Independent UK · Jul 9
Kash Patel UFC Leak: Secret Service Claims FBI Chief Blew Cover Of Secret Probe With Active Threat Ongoing A premature social media post by FBI Director Kash Patel exposed a covert investigation into a White House event plot, sparking internal conflict and complicating the ongoing manhunt. International Business Times UK · Jun 17
The Spy Law That Stopped a Taylor Swift Concert Attack Is About to Expire A US surveillance programme credited with preventing a terrorist plot is at risk of expiring due to political disagreements over an intelligence appointment. International Business Times UK · Jun 11
Largest ICE detention facility wasted millions and put detainees at risk, report finds A new report alleges that mismanagement at a massive Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Texas produced unsafe conditions that contributed to detainees’ deaths and suffering even as millions of tax dollars were wasted on contractors The Independent UK · Jun 9
Trump nominates Todd Blanche as US Attorney General US President Donald Trump has officially nominated acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to hold the role on a permanent basis. AAP · Jun 9
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin Says Trump Administration Waging 'Quiet War' Against DACA Recipients Durbin said he still has faith that Americans "will not give up on these fine young people" despite efforts by the Trump administration to remove their protections. Latin Times · May 6
Trump says his ballroom will cost $400M. So why are Republicans adding $1B to spending bill? Meanwhile, Sen. Chuck Grassley’s office says the money does not explicitly go to the ballroom, although it does go to “the East Wing Modernization Project.” The Independent UK · May 5
‘Have to review the actual wording’: In a terrifying moment for the country, Trump’s judicial nominees refuse to stand by the Constitution They made it very clear who they're actually going to serve. We Got This Covered · May 5
Family of six held by ICE arrives back in Colorado as lawyer attacks ‘kidnapping’ El Gamal family was released from detention and then re-arrested as US officials appeared to overstep judge’s order The Guardian - US · May 2
Latin Times · Apr 24 Longest Family Immigration Detention of Trump's Second Administration Ends After 10 Months A federal judge ordered the release of a mother and her five children after more than 10 months in immigration detention, ending what advocates describe as the longest family detention of President Donald Trump's second administration.
The Independent UK · Apr 22 US health officials nix publication of a study on COVID vaccine effectiveness U.S. health officials have stopped the publication of a study on the COVID-19 vaccine's effectiveness in preventing hospitalizations
Reason · Apr 11 Democrats and Republicans Both Want To Regulate AI. They Just Can't Agree on How. As lawmakers of both major parties hustle to regulate their preferred villains, they're losing sight of the big picture. The possible gains to humanity from AI are enormous.
International Business Times UK · Mar 18 Illinois Election Results 2026: Who Is Don Tracy? The 75-Year-Old Attorney Who Won the Republican Senate Primary Springfield attorney Don Tracy, backed by strong support, won the Republican primary for Illinois Senate. Facing Democrat Juliana Stratton, he aims to challenge the status quo in November.
Salon · Mar 18 RFK Jr.'s vaccine fight isn't over Kennedy's critics celebrated the ruling, while the Trump administration vowed to overturn it
Axios · Mar 18 Juliana Stratton wins Illinois Democratic primary for Durbin's Senate seat The state's lieutenant governor defeated U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi for the nomination.
Salon · Mar 17 Big money shapes Illinois Senate primary Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi has raised much more cash than Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and other primary challengers
The Guardian - US · Mar 17 Illinois heads to elect next senator and five congressional district candidates Midwestern state has a slate of competitive races with money flowing in from donors including Aipac
The Times of India · Mar 16 'Lying under oath': $220 million DHS advertising campaign lands Kristi Noem in DOJ perjury probe Democratic lawmakers have formally asked the US Justice Department to investigate Kristi Noem, the outgoing secretary of Homeland Security, over allegations that she lied under oath to Congress about a costly advertising campaign.
International Business Times UK · Mar 13 What Is the Order of Ikkos? Trump Awarded Rare Olympic Honour During Women's History Month Event US bobsled champion Kaillie Humphries has awarded President Donald Trump her sole Order of Ikkos medal at a White House Women's History Month event, citing his stance on women's sport and IVF.
We Got This Covered · Mar 13 ‘Vote nay’: GOP Senator speechless at how SAVE Act targets female voters — that’s the ‘ultimate goal’ Just one more hurdle for democracy.