‘Wake up, Mr. President’: Newsom rips into Trump’s nuclear testing. Then he reveals what’s wrong with the directive Trump can't even name the right department for his nuclear stunt. We Got This Covered · Oct 31, 2025
A brief history of comic book vampires – including a homage to Donald Trump In Bram Stoker’s novel Dracula (1887), an English solicitor (Jonathan Harker) is sent to Transylvania to assist Count Dracula, an aristocrat, in his move to England. When Harker discovers Dracula lying in a coffin after feeding on blood, he understands the threat that Dracula poses to England. The Conversation · Oct 31, 2025
These Are The U.S. Forces Deployed in the Caribbean as Tensions with Venezuela Keep Escalating The U.S. has deployed a powerful naval fleet to the Caribbean, including the USS Gerald R. Ford, Arleigh Burke-class destroyers and attack submarines, in a show of force that heightens pressure on Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro. Latin Times · Oct 31, 2025
Four airlines join together to urge Democrats to fund the government and pay air traffic controllers CEOs warn that continued shutdown will lead to more delays and flight cancellations – but Democrats insist that dropping their objections would jeopardize the health insurance of millions of Americans The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025
‘American lives are not a political game’: Rep. Melanie Stansbury makes some strong arguments while accusing President Trump of playing with Americans’ lives The Trump administration is ready to go to great lengths to ensure the government functions on their terms. If the ongoing government shutdown wasn’t enough, Trump is now trying to pressure the Democrats into conceding to his demands regarding the funding bill. The Mary Sue · Oct 31, 2025
‘That’s the difference between leadership and lunacy’: Jasmine Crockett shuts down Republicans blaming the Democrats for government shutdown with facts While the government is still in shutdown due to a deadlock between Republicans and Democrats over a crucial funding bill, both parties are engaged in a blame game. The Republicans seem to be doing most of the heavy lifting in this situation, but the Democrats are also not giving in. The Mary Sue · Oct 31, 2025
‘Has he met the President?’: Mike Johnson is mad about Democrats dropping F-bombs when Trump has been doing it live for years In his latest pearl-clutching performance, Mike Johnson is scandalized by Democrats using the F-word. Which is adorable, considering his party leader uses it like punctuation. Ever heard of selective outrage? The Mary Sue · Oct 31, 2025
Trump administration blocked from suspending Snap benefits for millions of Americans One judge issued temporary restraining order while another judge ruled the government must continue to fund program that helps low-income households The Guardian - US · Oct 31, 2025
Democratic Rep. Slams Trump Admin Over Briefing About Strikes Off Venezuela: 'Makes The Case For The Iraq War Look Like a Slam Dunk' Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton slammed the Trump administration over what he described as lack of legal justification to conduct strikes off the coast of Venezuela and the Eastern Pacific as reports indicate matters are set to escalate further. Latin Times · Oct 31, 2025
Speaker Johnson awkwardly corrects cabinet member who says ‘we’ shoulder blame for SNAP food benefits going unpaid More than 40 million Americans who rely on SNAP, also known as food stamps, are at risk of losing benefits over the weekend The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025
Trump team will partially fund SNAP benefits after judge’s order, USDA tells court Nearly $5 billion in emergency funds will only cover 50 percent of benefits for November, officials say The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025
The shutdown – and the House’s inaction – helps pave Congress’ path to irrelevance Many Americans will be voting on Election Day – or have already cast votes – in races for statewide office, local positions and on ballot initiatives with major implications for democracy. The Conversation · Oct 31, 2025
Trump Denies Considering Strikes Against Venezuela While More U.S. Warships and Troops Amass Near Its Coasts: What The Photos Show While President Donald Trump declared that he isn't considering attacking Venezuela, the United States has concentrated a rare mix of naval, air, and special operations power across the southern Caribbean and the approaches to the Venezuelan coast, what the photos show. Latin Times · Oct 31, 2025
Democrats should be taking the fight to Trump – the problem is, he’s got them battling each other Elections across the US next week should be easy pickings for the opposition. But they’re finding it hard to beat a player who breaks all the rules, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2025 There is opposition to Trump – and it’s growing Letter: Linda Rabben and her friends realise that they can’t wait for the Democratic party to save them from tyranny
Axios · Oct 31, 2025 Trump wants to shatter the filibuster, another Senate norm. Republicans are pushing back. Scrapping the rule could open the door to sweeping legislative changes.
The Guardian - US · Oct 31, 2025 No high-level US representatives will go to UN climate talks, Trump officials say Decision to stay away from Cop30 meeting in Brazil underscores administration’s hostility to climate action
We Got This Covered · Oct 31, 2025 Donald Trump calls on Republicans to play ‘their ‘TRUMP CARD.’ What he’s demanding could reshape how Congress works Trump wants to blow up Senate rules. What could go wrong?
The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025 Musk’s SpaceX set to win $2 billion satellite deal with Pentagon, report says Billionaire tech boss reportedly in line for lucrative Golden Dome commission despite spectacular public falling out with President Donald Trump in July
Tom’s Hardware · Oct 31, 2025 Elon Musk’s SpaceX will reportedly receive $2 billion for Trump’s Golden Dome project — system to include up to 600 satellites to track fast-moving airborne targets SpaceX will reportedly deliver 600 satellites for Trump's Golden Dome missile shield project.
The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025 How hunger relief groups say you can help feed your neighbors if the shutdown pauses food aid Many people might be wondering how they can help their neighbors put food on the table with federal food aid set to be frozen on Nov. 1
Reason · Oct 31, 2025 Trump's National Guard Plan Edges the U.S. Closer to a Permanent Federal Police Force A newly revealed Pentagon directive instructs every state to train riot-control units within their National Guards—raising questions about federal overreach and the growing militarization of domestic emergencies.
Roll Call · Oct 31, 2025 Ohio approves new House map that would boost GOP chances in 2026 - Roll Call Ohio’s redistricting commission on Friday approved a new House map that could help Republicans pick up two seats in the 2026 elections.
Roll Call · Oct 31, 2025 SASC leaders press DOD for legal justification of boat strikes - Roll Call Defense panel’s top Republican and Democrat release letters previously sent to Defense secretary requesting details and legal rationale.
International Business Times UK · Oct 31, 2025 Jimmy Kimmel Challenges Donald Trump to Take Live TV IQ Test After 'Low IQ' Remarks Jimmy Kimmel challenged Donald Trump to a live IQ test against Democrats; Rep. Jasmine Crockett accepted the challenge.