Democrats’ sweeping midterm victory clears a path to avoiding the Electoral College by 2028
Democratic gains in the midterms have renewed efforts to change how the United States chooses its president, potentially affecting the 2028 election. Democrats now hold the governorship and both legislative chambers in Michigan, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Nevada. Those states have 50 Electoral College votes combined. The National Popular Vote Interstate Compact has been adopted by […]
“We never expected this”: Texas Democrats shocked as sweeping Democratic gains topple a Republican stronghold
AUSTIN, Texas — As election results appeared on screens around the room, Richard Torres, a lifelong Democratic voter, watched closely. When state Rep. James Talarico was declared the winner over Ken Paxton, Torres sat down to absorb the news. Torres once chaired the Williamson County Democratic Party. Talarico grew up in the county and went […]
A child molester’s impending release from prison revives the fight over sanctuary policies after Democrats’ sweeping election victory
A Venezuelan national convicted of two counts of child molestation could be released after serving his prison term unless Seattle cooperates with federal immigration authorities, the Department of Homeland Security says. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has filed a detainer request for Leomar Alexander Lopez Zambrano, asking local officials to transfer him to federal custody instead […]
After sweeping Democratic midterm victories, Chuck Schumer says, “I’ll be elected majority leader again”
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Wednesday that he expects to be elected majority leader in the next Congress, despite opposition from some Democrats who won Senate seats in this week’s election. At a news conference, Schumer initially sidestepped questions about Senate procedure, including whether he might support ending the filibuster. Asked again whether he […]
Jim Jordan seeks House minority leader role as Republicans regroup after sweeping Democratic gains
House Republicans are bracing for life in the minority as a wave of Democratic wins puts their narrow majority at risk. Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan, chairman of the House Judiciary Committee, is preparing to seek the party’s top leadership post, according to two people familiar with his plans. That could set up a contest with […]
Key adviser to Eric Adams, Frank Carone, arrested as former NYPD officials face sweeping corruption investigations.
Frank Carone, a former key adviser to Eric Adams and notable political figure, was arrested on Wednesday as part of various corruption investigations, which also involved raids on several ex-New York City police officers. Reports indicate that Carone faced bribery charges following a search of his home by federal agents early in the morning. The […]
Andrew Benintendi’s grand slam stops the Yankees from sweeping the White Sox
Yankees’ Loss Highlights Ongoing Concerns The New York Yankees were faced with an opportunity to address some weaknesses in their lineup, especially with Aaron Judge absent. Unfortunately, Thursday’s game against the White Sox didn’t quite offer the clarity they were hoping for. In a tightly contested matchup, the White Sox had suffered losses in their […]
Zohran Mamdani Aims to Stop Sweeping Homeless Camps in NYC
NYC Mayor-elect Plans to Halt Homeless Camp Clearances New York City’s mayor-elect, Zoran Mamdani, has indicated he won’t continue the city’s practice of clearing homeless camps once he takes office. During a press conference Thursday, Mamdani, representing the Democratic Socialists, was asked if he would maintain the approach initiated by Mayor Eric Adams. His response […]
Videos Capture ‘Super Typhoon’ Devastating Taiwan, Sweeping Away Bridge
Severe Flooding in Eastern Taiwan After Dam Violation A dam violation in eastern Taiwan prompted thousands to flee their homes on Tuesday as rivers swelled, destroying the Matthaian River bridge and causing significant flooding due to Super Typhoon Ragasa. Footage captured by local residents and officials displayed the intense flooding in Guangdong, Fireníen, triggered by […]
How the Marlins played a prank on the Yankees right before sweeping them
Marlins Make History with Sweep of Yankees Just when it seemed like the Yankees’ difficult weekend couldn’t get any worse, the DJ at Marlins Park added insult to injury. As Miami was about to finish off the Yankees in the ninth inning of Sunday’s game, the speakers blasted “Sweet Caroline.” Shortly after, the Marlins clinched […]