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State Department blasts Dems over shutdown, says national security at risk amid Senate battle

October 21, 2025

State Department blasts Dems over shutdown, says national security at risk amid Senate battle

The State Department issued a warning that the government shutdown will "impact U.S. foreign policy."

SCOOP: Trump-backed former Navy SEAL launches GOP primary challenge against Massie

October 21, 2025

SCOOP: Trump-backed former Navy SEAL launches GOP primary challenge against Massie

Ed Gallrein, a longtime Navy SEAL and Kentucky farmer, announces GOP primary challenge against Rep. Thomas Massie in the state's 4th Congressional District.

Trump returns to DC as dim outlook lingers, no end in sight for shutdown

October 20, 2025

Trump returns to DC as dim outlook lingers, no end in sight for shutdown

President Donald Trump blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown entering its third week, as the political stalemate continues over healthcare subsidies.

The big money takeover is wrecking college sports. It doesn't have to be that way

October 20, 2025

The big money takeover is wrecking college sports. It doesn't have to be that way

Rep. Michael Baumgartner raises concerns about the future of sports and education as hedge funds gain influence over college athletics through private capital deals.

George Santos expresses gratitude to Trump following commutation of his 7-year prison sentence

October 18, 2025

George Santos expresses gratitude to Trump following commutation of his 7-year prison sentence

George Santos plans to focus on prison reform after President Trump commuted his sentence, saying he will dedicate his next chapter to "doing good."

LEADER SCALISE: Democrats cheer 'No Kings' protests, but let shutdown devastate families

October 18, 2025

LEADER SCALISE: Democrats cheer 'No Kings' protests, but let shutdown devastate families

Federal employees face unpaid work during the government shutdown while Democrats prioritize 'No Kings' political rallies over funding critical programs.

Senators see momentum on Russia sanctions even as Trump questions timing

October 17, 2025

Senators see momentum on Russia sanctions even as Trump questions timing

Senate leaders push for vote on Russian sanctions as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visits Washington to press for stronger action against Moscow.

Lawyers guild's alleged ties to Antifa spark call for DOJ probe

October 17, 2025

Lawyers guild's alleged ties to Antifa spark call for DOJ probe

A Texas Republican requested a DOJ probe of the National Lawyers Guild's financing and support for Antifa extremists amid the Trump administration's crackdown on the group.

Shutdown standstill: No headway until there's 'incentive,' politicos lament

October 16, 2025

Shutdown standstill: No headway until there's 'incentive,' politicos lament

While fired feds protest at the OMB, Democrats and Republicans on the Hill continue to spar over a shutdown showdown with no end in sight.

'Optical illusion' swastika flags distributed to multiple congressional offices prompt investigation: sources

October 16, 2025

'Optical illusion' swastika flags distributed to multiple congressional offices prompt investigation: sources

Sources say the swastika flag in Republican Rep. Dave Taylor's office was part of mysterious deliveries to congressional offices, with the hate symbol hidden until captured on camera.