Democrats block bill to avoid shutdown so Homeland Security can be decided on its own Time is running out to reach an agreement and avoid another government shutdown The Independent UK · Jan 29
Ariana Grande Snubs Nicki Minaj Following Donald Trump Controversy “She might not want to outwardly cause drama and vocalize her feelings with Nicki, but that friendship is done.” Bored Panda · Jan 29
Justice department charges man accused of attacking Ilhan Omar at town hall Anthony Kazmierczak faces federal assault charges after he appeared to spray the congresswoman with liquid from a syringe The Guardian - US · Jan 29
Trump claims Putin agreed to halt strikes on Ukraine energy sites amid extreme cold US president says he made appeal to Russian leader, but no ceasefire has been confirmed by Moscow or Kyiv The Guardian - 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
Critics aghast as White House displays framed photo of Trump with Putin Lawmaker from Estonia says photo celebrates ‘the greatest war criminal of the 21st century’ The Guardian - US · Jan 29
Trump orders immediate reopening of commercial airspace over Venezuela Order allows direct flights from US to Venezuela, as major oil companies already on ground to assess potential operations The Guardian - US · Jan 29
The Guardian view on Trump’s Iran threats: military strikes won’t help civilians facing state brutality Editorial: Protesters need support following the bloody crackdown by a ‘zombie’ regime – not wild threats or worse from the US president The Guardian - UK · Jan 29
Trump hears updates from his Cabinet...but skips right over embattled Noem The Secretary of Homeland Security was passed over for comment at first Trump cabinet meeting of 2026 The Independent UK · Jan 29
Nicki Minaj calls herself Trump’s ‘Number 1 fan’. Is this a play to get pardons for her husband and brother? In the last couple of months, rapper and songwriter Nicki Minaj has gone above and beyond to show her support for United States President Donald Trump. It all started with her voicing her support for the dictator in chief on social media and has now culminated in vocal, public support… The Mary Sue · Jan 29
Donald Trump proves he blurts out imaginary numbers to boast about drug prices, claims ‘you could say whatever you want’ Roughly 20 minutes into Donald Trump’s Iowa speech on Jan. 27, he revived one of his favorite policy claims. According to the president, he alone cracked the code on lowering drug prices through “Most Favored Nation” pricing. But right after, Trump gave a live demonstration of how he treats numbers… The Mary Sue · Jan 29
8 Times Donald Trump and Fellow MAGA Politicians Were Exposed by Their Own Relatives Forget about political rivalries and smear campaigns. Ignore the “fake news” media if you will. And definitely don’t listen to the Democrats’ fearmongering and relentless attacks on traditional American values. The Mary Sue · Jan 29
‘Extraordinary cold’: Trump says Putin agreed to pause attacks on Ukraine for a week as temperatures plunge .. The Times of India · Jan 29
We Got This Covered · Jan 29 Bruce Springsteen releases a powerful new song about the Minneapolis ICE killings — and the name he gives Trump’s forces has the president fuming Only took three days to produce this banger.
The Guardian - US · Jan 29 A World Cup boycott would be a big statement but unlikely to accomplish much International sporting events don’t often see teams refuse to participate for a cause – but when it’s happened, it hasn’t been effective
The Guardian - US · Jan 29 Canada separatists accused of ‘treason’ after secret talks with US state department Alberta activists’ covert meetings with US officials revealed, outlining group’s increasingly emboldened efforts
The Independent UK · Jan 29 Melania documentary pulled from South African theaters for ‘political reasons’ Film is scheduled to release Friday worldwide
Roll Call · Jan 29 House Republicans lean into voter ID debate Election requirements are at the heart of a new mega-package — and a brewing floor revolt over proof of citizenship.
The Mary Sue · Jan 29 “I Don’t Let Bullies Win”: Rep. Ilhan Omar Isn’t Letting the Man Who Accosted Her Stop Her Fight She was ready to fight him!
The Guardian - UK · Jan 29 UK unlikely to join a US attack on Iran – but may help Gulf states if Tehran retaliates Deployment of RAF Typhoon squadron to Qatar signals willingness to protect country from a counterattack
The Texas Tribune · 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.
Fortune · Jan 29 As Big Tech CEOs speak up about violence in Minneapolis, 1 in 3 corporate leaders think ICE tensions are ‘not relevant to their business’ A new CNBC poll of CEOs and top executives found companies are more hesitant to comment on politics, and some fear backlash from the Trump administration.
Evening Standard · Jan 29 Putin has agreed ceasefire for Ukrainian cities, Trump says Moscow yet to confirm ceasefire after millions left without power or electricity in freezing temperatures amid Russian bombardment
We Got This Covered · 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!