Democrats consider ending the Senate rule that lets lawmakers block bills through extended debate, as a lawmaker warns it could help and hurt them alike.
As Democrats prepare to take control of the Senate, some members are keeping open the possibility of ending the filibuster. Sen. Ed Markey of Massachusetts said the option needs to be considered, while Sen. Andy Kim of New Jersey cautioned that changing the rules could have consequences for both parties. Ending the 60-vote threshold would […]
Ben Shapiro warns Democrats have a strong reason to damage the economy and blame Trump
Ben Shapiro warned that Democrats may try to weaken the economy and then hold President Donald Trump responsible. Speaking with Sean Hannity this week, he said the party could use its wins in the 2026 midterms to push a more aggressive agenda. Shapiro predicted Democrats would propose what they call affordability measures that, in his […]
Inside an Arab nation’s fight against extremism as a senior official warns of a growing threat on Europe’s streets
A senior Emirati official says demonstrations in Europe have moved beyond political expression and become a national security concern, warning that extremism needs to be addressed before it leads to violence. “People can demonstrate, speak and give speeches,” said Dr. Ali Rashid Al Nuaimi, who chairs the UAE Federal National Council’s Defense, Interior and Foreign […]
Trump keeps suggesting the Iran war may end, but an expert warns a key part of his plan is missing
President Donald Trump said Thursday that Washington no longer needs an agreement with Iran, a sharp change in tone just three days after he voiced hope for negotiations. He also redirected Vice President JD Vance toward domestic matters. “We don’t need a deal with Iran. Those days have long since passed,” Trump wrote on Truth […]
Incoming Republican congressman supports stopping all immigration to the U.S. and warns about Islamic religious law in Texas
Jace Yarbrough, a Republican congressman-elect from Texas, is due to take office on Jan. 3. He plans to push for major immigration restrictions and defend what he calls America’s “Christian heritage,” though he is doubtful Democrats, who will control both chambers, will be interested in working with him. Yarbrough said he opposes mass migration and […]
CEO warns that defending failing schools and backing teachers’ unions is a losing strategy
Democratic candidates may be putting themselves at a disadvantage by aligning closely with teachers unions and defending public school systems that are struggling, said Tommy Schultz, CEO of the conservative advocacy group American Federation for Children. Schultz argued that voters are increasingly drawn to politicians with a positive education agenda, rather than candidates whose message […]
Independent wrestling star Effy prepares to face Slade and warns Dr. Wagner Jr. before the PRODUCE shows
Effy faces Slade and Dr. Wagner Jr. in a busy weekend of wrestling Effy has two high-profile matches coming up as PRODUCE Wrestling stages events in New York this weekend. On Saturday, he’ll meet Slade in a bounty match at Assembly in Kingston. Then he heads to Brooklyn to face Lucha Libre veteran Dr. Wagner […]
Senior Democrat on committee responds forcefully after White House lawyer warns against going too far amid threats of investigations
White House counsel warns incoming House Democrats over subpoenas White House counsel William Scharf has warned House Democrats not to exceed their constitutional authority as they prepare to take control of the House next year. Rep. Robert Garcia, the committee’s ranking Democrat and its expected next chair, responded by accusing President Donald Trump’s administration of […]
Whoopi Goldberg scolds Democrats for fighting over leadership and warns them to get their act together
Whoopi Goldberg criticized congressional Democrats on Tuesday for publicly debating whether Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries should remain in their leadership roles. After the show aired clips of Democrats discussing the issue, Goldberg said she would rather hear what the party plans to do during its first 100 days. It shouldn’t matter, she said, whether […]
Tennessee warns executions could stop if Christa Pike’s lawyers see a single drug label
Tennessee officials are asking a judge to keep the state’s lethal-injection drug supplier confidential. They say the supplier may cut ties with the state if its identity becomes public, potentially making it difficult to carry out future executions. The request follows the failed execution of Christa Pike, who was scheduled to die on Sept. 30 […]