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February 17

Schumer, Dems' goal is to 'tie people down' so they can't campaign, Thune says

Every day campaigning matters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, and Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., contended the Democrats are harming the GOP's ability to hit the trail.

February 17

RICHARD FOWLER: I ran into Jesse Jackson —and into history: the man who shaped a nation

A personal encounter with Rev. Jesse Jackson reveals the civil rights leader's lasting impact on American politics through his Rainbow Coalition work.

February 17

Trump won’t let Dem sewage 'failures' slide as Moore faces heat over infrastructure grade

Raw sewage spill in Potomac River reaches bacteria levels 2,700 times safe limit after pipeline collapse, sparking political battle between Trump and local officials.

February 17

Nathan Sales calls Iran a ‘paper tiger’ amid nuclear talks with US officials

Former counterterrorism coordinator Nathan Sales discusses the U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Geneva on ‘America Reports.’

February 17

Mike Trout gives the $35 million reason why he will not play for Team USA in World Baseball Classic

Mike Trout said he would skip the World Baseball Classic after he was unable to secure insurance coverage on his $35 million salary with the Los Angeles Angels for the tournament.

February 17

Obama dragged for 'headache'-inducing presidential center update that has visitors squinting

Barack Obama's Chicago presidential center generates controversy over architectural design and gentrification concerns. The campus includes a museum tower with Selma speech text.

February 17

White House questions Newsom’s UK climate pact, blasts ‘green energy scam’

White House escalates clash with Gavin Newsom, accusing the California governor of using his recent Europe trip and U.K. climate deal to "audition for president."

February 17

Jill Biden’s first husband pleads not guilty to murdering second wife

William Stevenson, 77, who was once married to Jill BIden, pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder charges in the death of his second wife.

February 17

Trump gives PIVOTAL update on talks with Cuba

President Donald Trump discusses his administration’s foreign policy strategy with Cuba while speaking to reporters on Air Force One.

February 17

Trump puts AOC, Newsom ON BLAST: 'This was not a good look'

President Donald Trump shares his reaction to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., and Gov. Gavin Newsom's comments at the Munich Security Conference.