Ways to access food if your SNAP benefits are discontinued
(NEXSTAR) – If things don’t change soon, over 40 million Americans are set to lose their federal food assistance starting Saturday. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has indicated that without a resolution to the government shutdown, funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will be unavailable in November. This program helps feed about 1 […]
Prince Andrew welcomed Epstein and Maxwell at Royal Lodge, according to reports.
Prince Andrew, who has recently renounced his royal title, has come under scrutiny for hosting Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell at the Royal Lodge, his residence on Windsor Castle grounds. This information, as reported by several sources, raises eyebrows given the scandal surrounding his relationship with Epstein and the ongoing allegations of sexual abuse. The […]
Mexico’s president criticizes US boat strikes as some Republicans question their legality
Recent U.S. Military Actions Raise Concern The U.S. just conducted a significant military operation against a ship in the Pacific, marking yet another instance—this being the 11th—where the Trump administration has authorized action against vessels suspected of drug trafficking. But here’s the thing: while it may sound like a routine bust, it feels more like […]
If you support democracy, we need to eliminate the Senate filibuster.
Challenges in Government Functioning The current state of our government raises concerns about its effectiveness. A significant factor contributing to this issue is the Senate filibuster, which has effectively stymied meaningful legislation. The recent government shutdown highlights this dilemma quite clearly. This filibuster mechanism explains why Washington often seems stagnant. In response, both Republican and […]
World prepares for Trump-Xi meeting as US deploys emergency teams to the Caribbean
12:30 Report is the Hill’s daytime newsletter. It’s Wednesday. The kids have spoken. “6-7” has been named Dictionary.com’s word of the year for 2025. Most people—yeah, even those who can vote—aren’t quite sure what this means. In today’s issue: World leaders are preparing for today’s meeting between President Trump and President Xi. Hurricane Melissa impacts […]
Cruz states that Greene is becoming quite liberal and should be disregarded.
Cruz Critiques Greene Amid Republican Tensions Senator Ted Cruz (R-Ga.) recently advised people to disregard Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.), implying that her political views are shifting leftward. With the government shutdown intensifying, criticism of Greene from her fellow Republicans has become more pronounced. During an appearance on CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” Cruz suggested that it’s […]
‘6-7’ named word of 2025: Here’s the reason and its significance
(NEXSTAR) — You could say the signs have been evident for several weeks now. This slang term, which pops up in nearly every chat involving elementary school-age kids, has been named the Word of the Year for 2025 by Dictionary.com. It’s “6-7.” “Word of the Year isn’t just about frequent usage; it highlights the narratives […]
Voting by those in the diaspora might weaken Hezbollah’s hold on Lebanon.
Lebanon finds itself at a crucial juncture in its history. After enduring years of economic decline and political deadlock, compounded by the influence of Iran-backed groups like Hezbollah, the country faces significant decisions. It can either reclaim its sovereignty and democratic values or stay under the cloud of Hezbollah’s armed presence and Iranian control. The […]
Senate Democrats call for a full disclosure of Trump’s ballroom contributors
Democrats Request Transparency on White House Ballroom Funding A coalition of Senate Democrats, spearheaded by Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), reached out to White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles on Tuesday. They requested a comprehensive overview of financial contributions for the White House ballroom construction project, including underlying terms associated with these contributions. The senators […]
Psaki challenges Platner on assigning blame to Democrats: Seems like avoiding ‘responsibility’
Former White House press secretary Jen Psaki commented on Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner’s claims on Tuesday, where he suggested that Democrats are attempting to “destroy” his life. Platner is under scrutiny due to past comments on Reddit, where he referred to police officers as “assholes,” labeled white individuals as racist, and suggested that Black […]