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Fear & Greed
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Politics & Policy
7h ago
Vance Breaks With Trump on Iran, Warning Regime Change Could Spark Refugee Crisis
The vice president said toppling Iran's government would drive millions toward Europe and the United States — a public split with President Trump's active military campaign against Tehran.
Politics & Policy
8h ago
NYC Mayor's Grocery ID Plan Draws Hypocrisy Charges From Critics
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's push for city-run stores offering 30 percent discounts clashes with his past opposition to voter ID laws, drawing sharp criticism.
Politics & Policy
12h ago
Slotkin Pushes Democrats to Stop Ignoring the Midwest
The Michigan senator is making the case that her party lost the 2024 election in part by writing off the region between the coasts.
Politics & Policy
13h ago
Progressive Power Faces Its Test in August Primaries
Two House races and a Senate contest will show whether the progressive movement can expand its footprint in Congress or has hit a ceiling.
Politics & Policy
17h ago
Cuba's National Grid Collapses Again, Leaving 10 Million Without Power
State utility UNE announced a total system disconnection late Sunday, blacking out the entire island with no timeline for restoration.
Politics & Policy
19h ago
Suu Kyi Meets Red Cross Official in First Outside Contact Since 2021 Coup
Myanmar's military government confirmed the Monday meeting with ICRC representative Arnaude de Baecque, offering a rare glimpse into the detained leader's welfare.
Politics & Policy
20h ago
Senate Moves to Avert Shutdown With Stopgap Bill Through Dec. 11
Bipartisan continuing resolution would keep federal agencies funded past Oct. 1, pushing harder budget fights until after a five-week recess
Politics & Policy
20h ago
Federal Indictments Expose Romance Scam Rings That Stole $215 Million From Americans
International fraud networks used AI and fake dating profiles to fleece more than 1,000 victims and siphon taxpayer funds from a federal wildlife agency.
Politics & Policy
Yesterday
Trump Claims 40th Golf Title, Taunts Rivals: 'I Have It and They Don't'
President Trump shot a 2-under 70 to win the club championship at Trump National Golf Club in Bedminster, N.J.
Politics & Policy
Yesterday
Millions Pour Into Midwest Senate Races to Shape D.C. Policy
Corporate PACs and labor unions are flooding Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin with cash to control which party runs the Senate—and sets the regulatory agenda.
Politics & Policy
Yesterday
Rubio Blocks $608 Million in DRC Family Planning Aid. Two Senators Want to Know Why
Sens. Shaheen and Murkowski pressed Secretary of State Rubio to release congressionally approved funds and $1.7 million in already-purchased supplies for women in the Ebola-hit DRC.
Politics & Policy
2d ago
Harris Leaves Biden Off 'Most Effective Presidents' List in Sharp 2028 Show
At a National Urban League forum, the former vice president named JFK and Obama — and said nothing about the man she served under for four years.
Politics & Policy
7d ago
Jeffries Bets Democratic Midterm Hopes on Affordability Push
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries launched a 100-day campaign, arguing his party can lower grocery, gas and housing costs if it wins control of Congress.
Politics & Policy
8d ago
GOP Targets Jackson to Clear Path for Stalled Crypto Bill
Republicans are pouring $5.3 million into flipping a New York House seat — and the prize is control over digital asset legislation.
Politics & Policy
8d ago
Trump's Zelensky Meeting Shows Ukraine Aid Pivot, Handing Defense Contractors a Windfall
The White House visit positions Trump for a new aid package worth $25 billion, creating a bonanza for defense contractors and forcing isolationist Republicans to recalibrate.
Politics & Policy
8d ago
Raúl Castro Skips Moncada Anniversary, Raising Questions About Cuba's Next Chapter
The 95-year-old former leader's absence from July 26 celebrations points to declining health and a consolidation of power under President Miguel Díaz-Canel.
Politics & Policy
8d ago
Cyclospora Outbreaks Put Trump's Food Safety Record Under Pressure
Rising infections linked to contaminated produce are forcing federal agencies to defend their oversight as the produce industry absorbs mounting financial losses.
Politics & Policy
8d ago
Appeals Court Blocks Trump Mail Vote Rules—Here's Who Wins
A federal appeals court refused to lift a lower-court injunction blocking Trump's mail-in voting restrictions, preserving broader ballot access ahead of November midterms.
Politics & Policy
8d ago
Trump Tariffs Put GOP Incumbents on Defense in Swing States
Rising import costs are straining manufacturers and consumers in Pennsylvania and Michigan, forcing Republican lawmakers to defend an unpopular trade agenda ahead of November.
Politics & Policy
8d ago
Republicans Head Home to Face Voters Angry About Gas Prices and the War
House Republicans begin a five-week recess confronting constituents demanding answers on high gas prices and the cost of an ongoing war ahead of the November 2026 midterms.
Politics & Policy
9d ago
Hawaii Lt. Gov. Indicted in Beachfront Bribery Scheme
A federal grand jury charged Lieutenant Governor Kai Malia with accepting over $500,000 in payments to push a zoning change for a luxury Maui resort
Politics & Policy
9d ago
Trump Touts Economic Wins as Dow Rises, Nasdaq Falls
President Trump claimed credit for a strengthening economy as the Dow gained 0.5 percent Wednesday, while the Nasdaq dropped 0.6 percent, reflecting caution in tech and growth stocks.
Politics & Policy
9d ago
Trump Attacks Press at WHCA Dinner, Pressuring Mainstream Media Revenue
President Trump called the White House Correspondents' Association dinner the largest gathering of 'Trump derangement syndrome people' ever assembled, deepening his war with the press corps.
Politics & Policy
10d ago
Trump Orders Smithsonian Disclaimers, Targets History Funding
President Trump's executive order mandates disclaimers at the National Museum of American History, drawing condemnation from historians and putting the Smithsonian's $1.2 billion federal appropriation in the crosshairs.
Politics & Policy
10d ago
Trump Returns to Correspondents' Dinner — and Changes Who Gets Access
President Trump's return to the White House Correspondents' Dinner ends years of boycotts and reshuffles the informal access game between the press and the administration.
Politics & Policy
10d ago
White House Moves to Shape Louisiana's New Congressional Map
Officials close to President Trump are privately advising Louisiana lawmakers as the state redraws its six congressional districts to preserve Republican majorities.
Politics & Policy
10d ago
Mamdani's Wealth Tax Push Forces Democratic Donors to Pick Sides
The New York assemblyman's drive for a public bank and wealth taxes is redirecting campaign cash and scrambling lobbying priorities across the Democratic Party.
Politics & Policy
10d ago
Trump PACs Pour Millions Into Legal Teams to Challenge 2026 Midterm Results
Save America PAC, with $120 million cash on hand, is funding election lawyers and poll watchers to contest 2026 midterm outcomes before a single vote is cast.
Politics & Policy
10d ago
House Votes to Rename Pentagon the 'Department of War' — Follow the Money
Embedded in the annual defense bill, the amendment drew millions in contractor lobbying and now heads to a skeptical Senate.
Politics & Policy
10d ago
Cassidy Backs CDC Nominee Using Agency's Autism Website Shift
Sen. Bill Cassidy cited a June CDC autism data change to support Dr. Evelyn Reed's nomination, a move that hands neurodiversity advocates a concrete win and could redirect millions in federal research grants.
Politics & Policy
10d ago
Democrats' 11-Point Lead Forces K Street to Recalibrate
A double-digit generic ballot advantage is pushing corporate donors and lobbyists to rethink who gets their money before the next election cycle.
Politics & Policy
11d ago
Fetterman Calls Mamdani a 'Clown' Over Netanyahu Arrest Call — and the Donors Are Watching
The public spat between Fetterman and Mamdani lays bare the financial fault lines splitting Democrats on Israel policy.
Politics & Policy
11d ago
House GOP Sends Senate a Hard Line on Spending and Deregulation
The Republican-led House is demanding $1.5 trillion in cuts and an environmental rollback, cornering Senate Republicans before budget negotiations begin.
Politics & Policy
11d ago
Tuberville Threatens Rep. Bowman with Gitmo as Spending Fight Heats Up
Sen. Tommy Tuberville's suggestion that Rep. Jamaal Bowman could end up at Guantanamo Bay draws sharp condemnation from House Democratic leadership.
Politics & Policy
11d ago
White House Rejects Tate Extradition Plea, Burning $3.5M Lobbying Push
The decision leaves the brothers to face human trafficking and organized crime charges in Romania without U.S. diplomatic cover.
Politics & Policy
11d ago
Senate Republicans Reject Johnson's Budget Plan—Here's Who Wins
Conservative senators including Rand Paul and Mike Lee moved to block Johnson's $1.5 trillion spending plan, raising the odds of a continuing resolution past the Sept. 30 deadline.
Politics & Policy
11d ago
Trump's 100% Generic Drug Tariffs: Who Wins, Who Pays
President Trump's plan to impose 100 percent tariffs on imported generic drugs by 2028 would double prices for medications that fill nine of 10 U.S. prescriptions.
Politics & Policy
11d ago
Republicans Bet Midterms on Anti-China Push — and Corporate America Is Caught in the Middle
GOP lawmakers are pressing legislation to cut U.S. economic ties to China, forcing multinationals from Apple to Tesla to weigh political risk against established supply chains.
Politics & Policy
71d ago
Warren's 2028 Backing Becomes Key for Democratic Hopefuls
Potential Democratic presidential candidates court Senator Elizabeth Warren, seeking access to her progressive fundraising network and grassroots support
Politics & Policy
71d ago
Trump Creates Anti-Weaponization Fund, Bypasses GOP for Legal War Chest
Rep. Byron Donalds defends the new fund as Trump builds parallel fundraising operation outside Republican National Committee control
Politics & Policy
71d ago
Kelly: Trump Base Shrinks to 'Diehards'—Here's How Money Flows Now
The narrower support base could reshape GOP fundraising and empower specific conservative lobbying groups for 2026
Politics & Policy
71d ago
Loomer's Attack on Gabbard Exposes GOP Infighting, Donor Risks
Laura Loomer's criticism of Tulsi Gabbard highlights growing divisions within the Republican-aligned populist movement, forcing donors to choose sides
Politics & Policy
71d ago
Graham, Wicker Challenge $60 Billion Spending Plan—Here's Who Wins
Republican senators are leading opposition to a proposed $60 billion federal spending package, sparking a battle over defense contracts and tech investment
Politics & Policy
72d ago
City Leaders Face Heat as Shooting Leaves Two Critical
A suspect and bystander are in critical condition after a shooting, intensifying scrutiny on urban public safety strategies
Politics & Policy
72d ago
White House Shooting Triggers Secret Service Budget Fight
Armed assailant shot near executive complex as lawmakers prep funding battle over $2.7 billion agency budget
Politics & Policy
72d ago
Trump's Legal Fights Slow Financial Policy, Empowering Incumbents
President's escalating legal challenges divert White House attention, delaying key crypto and banking legislation while benefiting established financial players
Politics & Policy
72d ago
White House Seeks Housing Fund Cuts, GOP Digs In For Budget Fight
President Trump's budget proposal strips billions from housing and urban development programs, setting up a confrontation with House Republicans ahead of appropriations deadlines
Politics & Policy
72d ago
Trump Calls Tillis 'Nitpicker' Over Compensation Fund, Exposes GOP Split
The president publicly rebuked the North Carolina senator for criticizing federal relief spending, signaling a Republican divide over government aid
Politics & Policy
72d ago
Trump IRS Settlement Draws Fire From CNBC's Kernen
CNBC host Joe Kernen said President Trump's recent IRS settlement "smells bad," raising questions about political influence over tax enforcement
Politics & Policy
72d ago
Bolton Warns Trump May Target Foreign Leaders, Risking Global Backlash
Former National Security Advisor John Bolton said President Trump could order the seizure of figures like Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro, a move Bolton called "terribly dangerous" for U.S. standing