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Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
2 hours ago

The GOP Needs Discipline, Gets Trump's Chaos Instead

Republicans aim to maintain congressional control in 2026, focusing on affordability messaging amidst various distractions and challenges.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 hour ago

Netanyahu Says Trump Administration Updates Him Daily on Iran War - While It Keeps US Public in the Dark

Netanyahu claims daily updates from the Trump administration on the Iran war, despite U.S. officials withholding information from the public.
#donald-trump
fromFortune
1 day ago
US Elections

The futility of Trump's grandiose personal branding of public assets, from ballrooms and bills to ships and planes | Fortune

US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
2 hours ago

The Heresies of Donald Trump

Trump's attacks on the pope reveal a misunderstanding of Catholic beliefs and a lack of humility, contrasting with the pope's call for spiritual humility.
World politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Trump Insults the Pope, Doesn't Seem to Know What His Job Is

Donald Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV for opposing the Iran war and accused him of being weak on crime.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 hours ago

CNN Data Guru Warns Trump Is Underwater' With Key Demo That Put Him in the White House'

Donald Trump's approval rating with non-college white voters has significantly declined, showing a 34-point shift from February 2025.
US Elections
fromFortune
1 day ago

The futility of Trump's grandiose personal branding of public assets, from ballrooms and bills to ships and planes | Fortune

The extensive branding of Donald Trump reflects his obsession with creating a grandiose image and democratizing luxury for the masses.
Right-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

Trump's Iran Ceasefire Has Split MAGA Into Competing Camps, and Everyone Seems Pissed

Donald Trump's ceasefire in Iran has created significant divisions among Republicans and conservative influencers, contrasting with initial support for his military actions.
fromJezebel
52 minutes ago

Only the Trump Administration Could Employ a FEMA Official Who Claims He Can Teleport and See Ghosts

Gregg Phillips claimed that he has in several instances 'teleported,' once into a Georgia Waffle House 50 miles away, where I can only assume a freshly made All-Star Special was waiting for him.
Washington DC
#trump
fromemptywheel
8 hours ago
Left-wing politics

Whatever Means to Call for Trump's Removal, It Is a Tool to Expand Accountability for Iran - emptywheel

fromsfist.com
1 day ago
Non-profit organizations

Trump Fires Presidio Board of Trustees Following Last Year's Executive Order

fromFortune
8 hours ago
Washington DC

Trump tips $100 to DoorDash driver who dropped off 2 McDonald's bags at White House | Fortune

Left-wing politics
fromemptywheel
8 hours ago

Whatever Means to Call for Trump's Removal, It Is a Tool to Expand Accountability for Iran - emptywheel

Trump's threats have sparked outrage but little action from Democrats or the public.
Europe news
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 hours ago

Trump Flips On Former Key European Ally: It's Her Who's Unacceptable'

Trump criticized Meloni after her defense of the Pope, claiming she has changed and is now unacceptable.
Non-profit organizations
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Trump Fires Presidio Board of Trustees Following Last Year's Executive Order

Trump has dismissed the entire board of trustees of the Presidio Trust, all Biden appointees, following his executive order.
Washington DC
fromFortune
8 hours ago

Trump tips $100 to DoorDash driver who dropped off 2 McDonald's bags at White House | Fortune

Donald Trump used a staged McDonald's delivery to promote a tax policy benefiting tip earners.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Trump reportedly says he'll issue mass pardons at end of his presidential term

Donald Trump plans to issue mass pardons to his advisers at the end of his second presidency, promising clemency in casual conversations.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 hours ago

Trump is about to drop a "nuclear weapon" on trans youth health care - LGBTQ Nation

Transgender medical care for minors faces new regulations that threaten access to treatments, despite evidence of their positive impact on mental health.
fromwww.npr.org
2 hours ago

Justice Department says Biden DOJ weaponized law to go after anti-abortion activists

The report states that the Justice Department under former President Joe Biden used the FACE ACT to launch biased prosecutions and lawsuits against conservatives and Christians who protested abortion.
US news
World news
fromIrish Independent
14 hours ago

Trump turns on Italy's Meloni over Iran and Pope criticism; Peace talks could resume in Pakistan

A Chinese tanker sanctioned by the U.S. successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz despite a blockade.
Women in technology
fromFortune
2 hours ago

Trump's macho MAGA economy is a bust. But there are plenty of high-paying jobs for men - in nursing and teaching | Fortune

The manufacturing sector is shrinking, while pink-collar jobs in healthcare offer better pay and stability.
fromPOLITICO
13 hours ago

GOP leaders prepare to steamroll opponents of DHS funding plan

Sen. Rick Scott insisted on spending cuts to offset the new enforcement funding, while Sen. Tommy Tuberville emphasized the need for military funding and other GOP priorities.
SF politics
#tariffs
fromFortune
12 hours ago
European startups

Tariffs are the new normal, and now most CEOs expect the import taxes to outlast the Trump administration, PwC report finds | Fortune

fromFortune
4 hours ago
US Elections

Trump's tariffs dealt economic blows in all 50 states-hurting farmers, exporters and shoppers alike | Fortune

US Elections
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Executives expect to keep dealing with tariffs for years no matter who is in the White House, a new survey says

86% of US executives expect tariffs to be a permanent aspect of business planning.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US President Trump promises new tariffs, slams Supreme Court decision

President Trump will use alternative trade statutes to maintain and impose a 10% global tariff after the Supreme Court struck down emergency tariffs.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Despite the setback, the president isn't backing down.

Supreme Court blocked major tariffs; president plans temporary 15% worldwide tariffs under Section 122; $133 billion in collected duties face legal fights and economic consequences.
European startups
fromFortune
12 hours ago

Tariffs are the new normal, and now most CEOs expect the import taxes to outlast the Trump administration, PwC report finds | Fortune

CEOs are treating tariffs as a permanent aspect of business planning, expecting them to remain for years despite legal uncertainties.
US Elections
fromFortune
4 hours ago

Trump's tariffs dealt economic blows in all 50 states-hurting farmers, exporters and shoppers alike | Fortune

Tariffs implemented by the Trump administration in 2025 affected all U.S. states, revealing diverse trade vulnerabilities and leading to widespread economic consequences.
US Elections
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Executives expect to keep dealing with tariffs for years no matter who is in the White House, a new survey says

86% of US executives expect tariffs to be a permanent aspect of business planning.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

US federal court hears new case against Trump tariffs

The legality of Trump's temporary tariffs is being challenged in court after previous tariffs were struck down by the Supreme Court.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 hours ago

Trump Energy Secretary Warns Gas Prices Won't Be Falling Any Time Soon Despite Previously Saying They Would Drop by Summer

Gas prices are unlikely to decrease soon, with potential increases expected by midterms due to ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Higher education
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Trump Admin Lawyer Applies To Be Law School Dean, Suggests It Might Help Investigations Go Away - Above the Law

Joshua Kleinfeld's application for dean at George Mason University raises ethical concerns amid ongoing investigations into the university's DEI policies.
Europe politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Trump administration signals it is mulling NATO withdrawal after Iran war

US President Trump criticized NATO allies for not contributing military forces to the war on Iran, considering withdrawal from NATO.
Healthcare
fromJezebel
6 days ago

Trump Admin Just Quietly Made Its Most Gilead-Coded Move Yet

New Title X guidelines prioritize natural family planning and omit birth control, reflecting a shift towards conservative reproductive health policies.
#iran
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 hours ago

Top Senate Republican Asked If He's Comfortable' With Trump's Threats Against Civilian Targets

Senate Majority Leader John Thune supports President Trump's tough stance on Iran, viewing it as a strategy to open the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Reportedly Debates Restarting Limited Military Strikes' To Bring Iran Back To The Table

President Trump is considering limited military strikes against Iran following failed peace talks in Pakistan.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 hours ago

Top Senate Republican Asked If He's Comfortable' With Trump's Threats Against Civilian Targets

Senate Majority Leader John Thune supports President Trump's tough stance on Iran, viewing it as a strategy to open the Strait of Hormuz.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Reportedly Debates Restarting Limited Military Strikes' To Bring Iran Back To The Table

President Trump is considering limited military strikes against Iran following failed peace talks in Pakistan.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 hours ago

Inside a jubilant DC conference where the climate deniers are in charge now'

March was the hottest month in U.S. history, while climate deniers gathered to promote misinformation and influence federal policy.
#trump-administration
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
US politics

Trump Purged About 75 People Charged With Safeguarding Elections and Replaced Some With 2020 Deniers: Report

Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 hour ago

US appeals court blocks contempt case over Trump deportation flights

The Trump administration's deportation of Venezuelan immigrants faced legal challenges but was upheld by an appeals court ruling.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Purged About 75 People Charged With Safeguarding Elections and Replaced Some With 2020 Deniers: Report

Trump's administration replaced key election officials with loyalists, undermining election safeguards ahead of the midterm elections.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trump news at a glance: president gives his loyal enforcer the boot

Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi as US attorney general, frustrated with her performance despite her loyalty and reshaping of the justice department.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Mulls More Cabinet Firings: He's Very Angry and He's Going To Be Moving People'

President Trump is considering further cabinet changes, including potential terminations of Commerce Secretary Lutnick and Labor Secretary Chavez-DeRemer.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Trump Just Caved On One of His Biggest Power Grabs

Trump's DOJ conceded district courts' authority to appoint U.S. attorneys, marking a significant retreat from its previous stance on executive power.
World news
fromFortune
12 hours ago

Trump's war and rhetoric are drowning out the IMF's growth agenda | Fortune

CEOs should monitor the IMF-World Bank Spring Meetings for insights on global economic challenges and policy responses.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Trump Administration Fires Judges Who Blocked Deportations of Ozturk, Mahdawi

The Trump administration has fired over 100 immigration judges to expedite deportations, targeting pro-Palestine advocates and reshaping federal immigration courts.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump badly needs a way out of this war. Right now, that's everyone's problem | Gaby Hinsliff

Europe is distancing itself from the conflict in Iran, but the situation is becoming a global issue due to rising oil prices and economic instability.
Women in technology
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

The Trump administration is paying trans troops not to work

The ban on transgender military service has left thousands of trained service members in limbo, impacting military readiness and operations.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

In the Trump era, everybody's talking about 'soft power.' But ... what is it exactly?

The reduction of foreign aid under Trump has weakened American soft power, creating opportunities for rivals like China.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
12 minutes ago

What does the Save America act mean for US democracy? Post your questions now

The Save America act could significantly alter voting processes and impose strict requirements during a federal midterm election year.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 hours ago

A pope who uses his brain': Vatican locals and visitors take sides in Leo v Trump spat

Trump's tirade on social media included accusations that Pope Leo was weak on crime and foreign policy, claiming he was elected only because Trump was in the White House.
US Elections
SF politics
fromBreaking Defense
4 days ago

Trump's $1.5T defense budget to weather harsh scrutiny on Capitol Hill - Breaking Defense

The Pentagon's $1.5 trillion budget for fiscal 2027 faces significant challenges in Congress despite meeting defense priorities.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Democratic Lawmaker Clashes with Fox Anchor Over Trump's Iran Strategy

Rep. Jason Crow expressed concerns over Trump's blockade strategy in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the need for a clear diplomatic approach.
#oil-prices
World politics
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Shock from Iran war has Trump's vision for US energy dominance flailing

Record domestic oil and gas production has not prevented price spikes for US drivers, with gasoline prices exceeding $4 per gallon.
World politics
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Shock from Iran war has Trump's vision for US energy dominance flailing

Record domestic oil and gas production has not prevented price spikes for US drivers, with gasoline prices exceeding $4 per gallon.
#us-iran-relations
fromThe Nation
5 days ago
Left-wing politics

Democrats Are Badly Failing to Hold Trump Accountable Over Iran

Trump's threats against Iran and the inadequate response from Democrats highlight a critical political and humanitarian crisis.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
World news

Trump news at a glance: president renews threat to Iranian power plants and bridges after talks fail

The US plans to blockade the Strait of Hormuz following failed peace talks with Iran, escalating tensions over nuclear weapons and regional control.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

Democrats Are Badly Failing to Hold Trump Accountable Over Iran

Trump's threats against Iran and the inadequate response from Democrats highlight a critical political and humanitarian crisis.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump news at a glance: president renews threat to Iranian power plants and bridges after talks fail

The US plans to blockade the Strait of Hormuz following failed peace talks with Iran, escalating tensions over nuclear weapons and regional control.
SF politics
fromDefector
5 days ago

The Trump Administration Is Killing The U.S. Forest Service So It Can Also Kill U.S. Forests | Defector

The Trump administration's actions threaten the U.S. Forest Service's balance of conservation and resource extraction.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 hours ago

Trump Demands GOP Pass FISA Bill Even Though He Was a Victim' of Worst and Most Illegal Abuse'

Trump urges GOP unity to pass a clean extension of FISA 702 despite claiming past abuses against him.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Democrats push to pass Iran war powers resolution despite House recess, accusing Trump of unhinged behavior' US politics live

Democratic leaders are pushing to curb Trump's actions in Iran through a war powers resolution amid escalating tensions.
US politics
fromAxios
1 hour ago

Scoop: Collins plans to grill six Cabinet officials on Trump's budget

Bipartisan appropriations talks are being encouraged as an alternative to reconciliation for funding government agencies.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Very Bad!' Former Trump Advisor Skewers President for Stepping On His Own Message' With Jesus Meme

David Urban criticized Trump's Jesus meme as offensive and detrimental to political strategy, emphasizing the importance of unity in politics.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

King Charles is due to visit Donald Trump. Here are the questions he needs to ask himself first | Zoe Williams

In 1970, during a visit to President Nixon, King Charles was awkwardly paired with Nixon's daughter, Tricia, highlighting the primitive optics of royal diplomacy at the time.
US Elections
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
7 hours ago

CNBC Anchor's Trump Deportation Defense Gets Blown to Bits by GOP Senator in 4 Seconds Flat

Senator Rand Paul emphasizes the importance of judicial warrants for deportations, citing constitutional rights and historical context.
fromPOLITICO
1 day ago

Tax Day is the GOP's focus as Congress returns to war, shutdown and other challenges

"My constituents are saving thousands of dollars and they know it. Republicans can and should take credit because the alternative would've been massive tax hikes under the Democrats had they won the 2024 election."
US Elections
Right-wing politics
fromFox News
1 day ago

President Trump's birthright citizenship fight is about history, not hysteria

Critics of Trump's birthright citizenship executive order label it as revisionist, but this characterization is challenged by legal scholars and historical context.
fromAxios
6 hours ago

House Democrats file long-shot 25th Amendment bill targeting Trump

The Constitution explicitly vests Congress with the authority to create a body that will guarantee the successful continuity of government by responding to presidential incapacity to discharge the powers and duties of office.
US politics
fromThe Nation
5 days ago

How Trump's Incompetence and Looming Global Catastrophes May Intersect

Forecasters now predict that the coming El Niño—a warming of the Pacific Ocean that deeply affects global weather patterns—is likely to be as severe as the one in 2023-2024, which triggered severe flooding and prolonged heatwaves around the world.
World news
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Congress returns as historic DHS shutdown is unresolved and Trump's strict voter ID bill looms US politics live

The Senate resumes work amid a prolonged government shutdown, with lawmakers struggling to pass a funding bill for DHS subagencies.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Wake-Up Call for Americans': Hillary Clinton Warns Trump Wants to Model Himself After Vladimir Putin'

Hillary Clinton warns that Trump aspires to emulate Putin, celebrating Orban's electoral defeat as a setback for autocrats.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

These Republican-on-Republican disputes are keeping Congress frozen

The president's focus on a GOP elections bill has worsened party divisions, complicating legislative efforts on housing and aviation safety.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

As Trump SAVE America Act Stalls in Congress, Red States Pass Their Own Versions

GOP states are enacting stricter voter registration laws despite federal bill delays, potentially hindering access for marginalized groups.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Gives Lindsey Graham His Full-Throated Endorsement While Swiping At Iran War Critic

Donald Trump supports Lindsey Graham against Mark Lynch in South Carolina's Republican primary, labeling Lynch a disaster for the party.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

Trump Has Actually Been Very Canny About the Abortion Pill. That May Be About to Change.

Abortion access and numbers in the U.S. remain stable, with mifepristone and misoprostol being the primary methods used.
US Elections
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Trump's Awful No Good Day At The Supreme Court - Above the Law

The Supreme Court heard arguments on Trump's attempt to eliminate birthright citizenship, which did not favor the administration.
US politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

MAGA allies say Trump is going soft on deportations, demand "Phase 2"

The Mass Deportation Coalition aims to pressure Trump to fulfill his campaign promise of mass deportations, advocating for at least one million deportations annually.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Was Going to Fire Tulsi Gabbard Last Week Until This MAGA Legend Stepped in to Save Her: Axios

Gabbard was loyal, gave congressional testimony in a professional manner and never disputed the president. Firing Gabbard would needlessly create a damaging news cycle for Trump.
US politics
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

What Melania Trump's bizarre Jeffrey Epstein press event reveals about a White House in chaos

Melania Trump denied any connection to Jeffrey Epstein during a rare press conference, raising questions about the timing and context of her statement.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

Why One 'Big Beautiful Bill' Wasn't Enough for Republicans

Congressional Republicans are pursuing a second budget reconciliation bill, reflecting both confidence and pessimism about the upcoming midterms.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
5 days ago

Catholic Church & Pentagon deny report that Trump officials threatened the Pope - LGBTQ Nation

Pope Leo XIV criticized war and alleged U.S. military threats against the Vatican, which U.S. officials denied as false and distorted.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

The Most Transparent Presidency in History-And the Most Opaque

The Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel declared the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional, potentially allowing Trump to destroy or take records from his administration.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 months ago

4 Takeaways From Trump's First Year in Office

Within a month, Trump officials had threatened colleges' research funding, started gutting the Institute for Education Sciences, declared race-based programming illegal and unleashed Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers on campuses, among other actions. Then, over the next six months, the administration started dismantling the Education Department, cut thousands of research grants that didn't align with Trump'spriorities, helped oust the University of Virginia's president and cracked down on international students-deporting some who criticized Israel and revoking the visas of thousands.
Higher education
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Reportedly Plots Bigger DOJ Shakeup After Bondi Ouster

Trump is considering further changes at the Department of Justice after firing Attorney General Pam Bondi.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Trump Administration's Bad Legal Takes Are Surprisingly Effective - Above the Law

The administration repeatedly targeted elite law firms with legally weak theories, and courts across the ideological spectrum consistently rejected those efforts.
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