House Democrats keep Jeffries, top leadership team in place
House Democrats on Tuesday expressed overwhelming confidence in Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (N.Y.) and his ranking members, reaching a new high just two weeks after an Election Day disappointment meant they were relegated to the minority for another two years. Voted to retain the leadership team. In a closed-door meeting in the basement of the Capitol, […]
Speaker Johnson becomes 'MAGA' Mike, cementing place in Trump's circle
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) is solidifying his place in President-elect Trump's inner circle, becoming not only a visible, if slightly out-of-place member of his inner circle, but also a member of Trump's inner circle. He has become a key supporter of the next president. He is taking a decisive approach to his second term. […]
Morningstar names cheap stocks in a sector that ‘deserves a place in everybody’s portfolio’ – CNBC
David Sekera, a top strategist at Morningstar, says there is one sector that “deserves a place in everyone's portfolio” right now: energy. The firm's U.S. market strategists told CNBC's “Street Signs Asia” last week that the energy sector is trading at a 5% discount and that it “stands well, especially if we enter a further […]
If Trump Keeps His Promises, ‘It’s Going to Be a Scary Place’
Hollywood star Eva Longoria has said goodbye to the United States, saying if President-elect Donald Trump keeps the promises he made during the campaign, “America will be a scary place.” in interview and marie claire Eva Longoria, who supported Kamala Harris, said this week that she and her family travel back and forth between Mexico […]
Establishmentarians belittle Trump’s defense secretary pick — but are quickly put in their place
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he will appoint decorated Army veteran Pete Hegseth to the post of Secretary of Defense, which is currently occupied by a veteran. General Lloyd Austin. Liberal media and various establishment figures have been quick to criticize Trump and his picks, saying the father of seven has no doubts about […]
Elon Musk backs call to place Fed under Trump’s control
President Trump's ally Elon Musk, the billionaire founder of Tesla and SpaceX, has expressed support for the president-elect's controversial attempt to bring the Federal Reserve under White House control. On Friday, Musk responded to Republican Sen. Mike Lee's (Utah) post about X with a “100” emoji. “The executive branch should be under the direction of […]
Astros may place star pitcher Ryan Pressly on trade block
Houston has too many relief pitchers. The Astros are considering trading away former closing star and two-time All-Star Ryan Pressley. The Athletic It was reported on Wednesday. Houston Astros relief pitcher Ryan Pressley (55) takes the mound in the eighth inning of the game against the Kansas City Royals at Minute Maid Park. Thomas Shea-USA […]
Florida man accused of grabbing women by the throat at polling place after argument
A Florida man was arrested Tuesday after allegedly grabbing two different women by the throat during an argument over the choice of political candidates at a polling place. According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Stuart McMillan, 71, got into an argument with two women over the choice of political candidates around 12:30 p.m., and […]
7 states vote to protect abortion rights, 3 keep restrictions in place
On Tuesday, 10 states held direct votes on abortion-related bills, with pro-abortion advocates claiming seven victories. Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Nevada, and South Dakota all voted on the issue, with most ballot measures changing leadership. The restrictions on abortion follow the Supreme Court's June 2022 ruling overturning Roe v. Wade, […]
Cash App founder Bob Lee was ‘aggressive’ and ‘all over the place’ during drug-fueled bender before his murder: accused killer’s sister
Cash Up founder Bob Lee had been 'aggressive' and erratic towards drug-fueled criminals in the days before he was murdered, says his murder suspect's attractive sister He testified at the trial. “He was all over the place. Aggressive,” Hazar Eliasnia said on the third day of the stand on Tuesday. “Cocaine and ketamine. He was […]