The Supreme Court struck down Louisiana’s congressional map on Wednesday and sharply limited the use of race in drawing district boundaries in a major ruling that could carry significant consequences for future House elections. Louisiana had been ordered by lower courts to create a second majority-Black congressional district in 2024 to comply with Section 2 … Read more
Late-night show host Jimmy Kimmel responded to Donald Trump’s criticism of the comedian’s off-color joke directed at first lady Melania Trump earlier late last week in which he referenced her becoming a “widow” not long before another attempt was made on the president’s life Saturday during the White House Correspondents Dinner. Kimmel made the remark … Read more
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