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Ex-Navy SEAL puts 'deranged' Mexican drug cartel on notice after violent weekend: 'More like ISIS'

February 23, 2026

Ex-Navy SEAL puts 'deranged' Mexican drug cartel on notice after violent weekend: 'More like ISIS'

Rep. Dan Crenshaw said its time for expanded military action against Mexican cartels after a joint raid killed a "El Mencho" on Sunday.

Reporter's Notebook: Trump's State of the Union becomes political boxing match as Democrats boycott

February 23, 2026

Reporter's Notebook: Trump's State of the Union becomes political boxing match as Democrats boycott

Trump's State of the Union becomes political boxing match with theatrical buildup, congressional outbursts, dramatic showmanship and orchestrated political theater.

Sen Adam Schiff says he'll skip the State of the Union for the first time, slamming President Donald Trump

February 23, 2026

Sen Adam Schiff says he'll skip the State of the Union for the first time, slamming President Donald Trump

President Donald Trump is scheduled to give the State of the Union address on Tuesday, but Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., announced that he will not attend.

Democrats name candidates to 'Red to Blue' initiative, aiming to flip GOP majority during midterms

February 23, 2026

Democrats name candidates to 'Red to Blue' initiative, aiming to flip GOP majority during midterms

The DCCC announced candidates it is backing as part of its “Red to Blue" initiative as they seek to clinch the House majority during the midterm elections.

China dominates with 5,500 ships while America has under 100 — but Trump’s fighting back

February 23, 2026

China dominates with 5,500 ships while America has under 100 — but Trump’s fighting back

President Donald Trump released a comprehensive Maritime Action Plan on Feb. 13 to restore America's maritime dominance as Chinese shipbuilding outproduces America.

Trump pulls endorsement from GOP lawmaker over alleged lack of support for administration's tariff agenda

February 21, 2026

Trump pulls endorsement from GOP lawmaker over alleged lack of support for administration's tariff agenda

Trump pulled his endorsement of Rep. Jeff Hurd after the Colorado Republican cited Congress’ constitutional authority over trade policy amid a tariff dispute.

Omar calls GOP probe into husband’s $30M business surge a ‘political stunt’ as records deadline passes

February 20, 2026

Omar calls GOP probe into husband’s $30M business surge a ‘political stunt’ as records deadline passes

Rep. Ilhan Omar called a GOP investigation into her finances a "political stunt" as the deadline to provide business records about her husband's companies passed Thursday.

JOHN YOO: Supreme Court tariff ruling should end complaints that justices favor Trump

February 20, 2026

JOHN YOO: Supreme Court tariff ruling should end complaints that justices favor Trump

Supreme Court strikes down Trump's worldwide tariffs in Learning Resources v. Trump, with Chief Justice Roberts leading the 6-3 majority ruling decision.

Democrats cheer Supreme Court move blocking Trump tariffs — despite past support for trade duties

February 20, 2026

Democrats cheer Supreme Court move blocking Trump tariffs — despite past support for trade duties

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer led Democrats in praising the Supreme Court on Friday for striking down Trump's tariff authority.

A third of GOP voters warn they may sit out midterms if party ‘abandons’ pro-life fight, poll finds

February 20, 2026

A third of GOP voters warn they may sit out midterms if party ‘abandons’ pro-life fight, poll finds

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing criticism from pro-life advocates over mail-order abortion drug policies, with 80% saying they support an end to the COVID-era policy.