Senate Republicans on Tuesday rejected a Democratic-backed resolution that would have required President Donald Trump to seek congressional approval before escalating U.S. actions against Cuba. The procedural vote passed 51-47, effectively blocking the measure from advancing. The resolution, introduced by Sen. Tim Kaine, aimed to limit the president’s authority under the War Powers Act by … Read more
It wasn’t long after the recent shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner took place that a parallel story started spreading on the social media. Alongside actual reports of the incident, during which an armed suspect carrying a shotgun, handgun, and several knives charged toward the security checkpoint near the staircase leading to the room … Read more
Reports indicate a major fire has caused widespread destruction in a hard-hit area, with early estimates suggesting hundreds of homes may have been damaged as emergency crews continue assessing the situation. Witnesses described fast-moving flames, urgent evacuations, and firefighters working through difficult conditions to slow the spread. Shelters have reportedly been opened for displaced residents … Read more
Rep. Cory Mills is drawing a Republican primary challenger as questions surrounding his tenure continue to surface ahead of the 2026 election cycle. Ryan Elijah, a former television news anchor in Orlando, announced Tuesday that he will run in the GOP primary for Florida’s 7th Congressional District, setting up a competitive race leading into the August … Read more
Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis’ congressional redistricting plan, which may grant Republicans up to four new congressional districts, was approved by the Florida House of Representatives on Wednesday morning. Lawmakers passed the measure with a vote of 83-28, which will likely flip four U.S. House seats to Republicans. Rep. Angie Nixon, a Democratic contender for the U.S. Senate … Read more
The historic Kennedy Caucus Room in the Russell Senate Office Building had hosted many consequential moments, but few carried the personal and political weight of the joint task force hearing on federal campaign finance compliance held on that spring morning in 2026. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez entered the room projecting the confidence that had defined her seven … Read more
In the marble corridors of Capitol Hill, Rep. Jasmine Crockett has built a national profile as one of the Democratic Party’s most outspoken and combative voices. Her viral exchanges during committee hearings, sharp comebacks, and unapologetic defense of progressive priorities have earned her a dedicated following, particularly among younger voters and online audiences. Yet according … Read more
A dramatic moment from the wild has been captured in a dense forest, where a massive snake is seen overpowering a young deer, tightly coiling its body around the helpless animal. The footage shows the predator firmly gripping its prey, using sheer strength to subdue it. This is a typical hunting method of large snakes, … Read more
Cole Tomas Allen was a NASA intern, a Caltech graduate, and a “Teacher of the Month.” To those who knew him, he has always been the face of the success. But on Saturday night, the 31-year-old became the face of a security nightmare that nearly reshaped the American executive branch during the White House Correspondents’ … Read more
Olivia Wilde just had one of the biggest weeks of her career — her new film The Invite opened the San Francisco International Film Festival, earned 92% on Rotten Tomatoes, and was acquired by A24 after a bidding war at Sundance. What went viral instead was a wide-angle video of her on the red carpet, … Read more