In recent discussions regarding the government funding bill known for its excessive appropriations, Senator Rand Paul has described House Speaker Mike Johnson as a “weak, weak man.” The 1,547-page spending bill, released just days before a looming government shutdown, has been criticized for containing numerous controversial provisions, including a pay…

A recent indictment from a federal grand jury in Washington has placed former Congressman David Rivera under scrutiny for allegedly failing to register as a foreign agent of Raúl Gorrín, a sanctioned Venezuelan media tycoon. The indictment reveals that Rivera lobbied U.S. government officials, including a high-ranking executive branch official,…

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is currently facing significant backlash amid allegations of sexism after the resignation of his deputy prime minister, Chrystia Freeland. In a move viewed as an attempt to deflect blame for his administration’s policy failings, Trudeau reportedly sought to demote Freeland, who instead chose to resign.…

As the Wisconsin Legislature reconvenes in January, it will operate with the narrowest Republican majorities since gaining control in 2011, comprising 54-45 in the Assembly and 18-15 in the Senate. This shift, mainly due to redistricting mandated by the Wisconsin Supreme Court, has provided Democrats, including Governor Tony Evers, with…

In a recent discussion on “This Morning,” CNN contributor Karen Finney expressed her views regarding President-elect Donald Trump’s behavior toward young individuals, particularly in the context of accusations he made against former Representative Liz Cheney about witness tampering. Finney characterized Trump as an “old man” who poses a threat to…

On Wednesday, the Biden administration approved California’s ambitious plan to ban gas-powered cars by 2035, a significant milestone in the ongoing battle over environmental regulations and the future of electric vehicles (EVs). This decision comes amidst prior promises from President-elect Donald Trump to rescind California’s authority to impose strict limits…

Pete Hegseth, the nominee for Defense Secretary, is scheduled for a Senate confirmation hearing on January 14, according to Sen. Roger Wicker (R-MS), the incoming chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee. This hearing is crucial as it follows a tumultuous period during which Hegseth faced significant opposition from Democrats…

In recent developments from the U.S. Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), the central bank opted for a more subdued approach towards interest rate cuts compared to the aggressive predictions made just three months prior. As outlined by Wolf Richter for WOLF STREET, the FOMC has decided to cut its key…

During the transition between President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump, there has been some collaboration on West Wing affairs. However, this coordination noticeably excludes Biden’s Gender Policy Council, an initiative established to protect reproductive health care amid increasing restrictions. The Gender Policy Council is a pioneering office aimed at…

Pornhub, the world’s leading adult content website, has announced it will block access to users in Florida starting January 1, 2025. This decision is a direct response to the state’s new age verification law, known as HB 3, which aims to protect children from accessing adult content online. As reported…

In a recent development, a Republican chairman has called for an FBI investigation into former Representative Liz Cheney for her role in the January 6th Capitol riot probe. This request comes from Rep. Barry Loudermilk, R-Ga., who has released an interim report indicating that Cheney, the former Vice Chair of…