A self-described “democratic socialist” is now set to run New York City, the financial capital of America and, arguably, of the free world. Just the News has reportedly obtained internal documents from the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) outlining how the group’s New York City chapter, to which Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani belongs, plans to pressure … Read more
Washington Bureau Report A pending U.S. Supreme Court decision could dramatically alter the balance of power in Congress, with political analysts warning that a ruling against a key section of the Voting Rights Act may open the door for Republicans to gain as many as 20 additional seats in the House of Representatives. The case, … Read more
Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani delivered a fiery victory speech late Tuesday, promising to deliver on his progressive agenda and declaring his election a historic mandate for change. Mamdani, 34, who will become New York City’s first socialist, first Muslim, and first mayor of South Asian descent, claimed victory at Brooklyn’s Paramount Theatre, The New York Post reported. … Read more
Mayor Jacob Frey struck a confident but cautious tone Tuesday night, telling supporters he was “well in the lead” after first-choice votes showed him ahead — though he stopped short of declaring victory. State Sen. Omar Fateh, Frey’s main challenger, urged patience, reminding voters that the race isn’t over yet. Second-choice votes will be counted … Read more
Pennsylvania voters approved the retention of three state Supreme Court justices on Tuesday, preserving Democrats’ 5-2 majority on the battleground state’s high court, according to NBC News projections. Justices Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty, and David Wecht all won retention votes to remain on the bench, NBC News reported. Dougherty and Wecht secured new 10-year terms, while … Read more
Washington, D.C. — A renewed effort is underway in the United States to reduce the cost of prescription medications, as federal officials prepare to revisit a proposal that would align certain drug prices with the lower rates found in other developed countries.According to individuals familiar with the matter, the proposal—known as a “most favored nation” … Read more
This week, the U.S. House of Representatives passed landmark legislation that aims to significantly raise the annual pensions of Medal of Honor recipients, demonstrating the nation’s deep appreciation for its most decorated heroes. The bill, which received unanimous approval in a 424-0 vote, seeks to raise the pension for these esteemed individuals from $16,880 to … Read more
President Donald Trump announced that the Biden administration’s use of the autopen is under investigation. During a meeting at the White House, a reporter asked Trump about Venezuela and the threat of terrorism posed by President Nicolás Maduro. Trump spoke about his administration’s efforts to combat the threat, which led to him slamming President Joe Biden’s incompetence. … Read more
The Democratic House and Senate leaders sent a letter to President Donald Trump on Wednesday morning, a day after elections nationwide saw their party pick up gains in blue regions, demanding “bipartisan” talks to reopen the government. “We write to demand a bipartisan meeting of legislative leaders to end the GOP shutdown and decisively address … Read more
President Trump pointed to “pollsters” who say the government shutdown — combined with the fact that his name wasn’t on Tuesday’s ballot — were key reasons behind the Republican losses on Election Day. “‘TRUMP WASN’T ON THE BALLOT, AND SHUTDOWN, WERE THE TWO REASONS THAT REPUBLICANS LOST ELECTIONS TONIGHT, according to Pollsters,” Trump posted on … Read more