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February 26

Former top Harris advisor ignites backlash over 'political props' comment targeting USA men's hockey team

Former Harris advisor Symone Sanders said the gold medal-winning Olympic USA men's hockey team "allowed themselves to be used as political props" after Trump introduced them

February 26

Voters react to SOTU moment when Trump got standing ovation from longtime Dem nemesis

Polling data shows Republicans and Independents reacted far more positively than Democrats after Trump urged lawmakers to pass tighter restrictions on congressional stock trading during the SOTU.

February 26

US military aircraft involved in 'incident' during training in Philippines, service members sent for treatment

A U.S. military aircraft reportedly crashed into a barrier during takeoff in the Philippines, injuring all five American personnel aboard.

February 26

Accused Johnny Gaudreau killer wants entire case thrown out, defense attorney weighs in

Criminal defense attorney David Gelman discusses Sean Higgins' motion to dismiss his case after new BAC test results.

February 26

Ted Cruz endorses Texas state Rep Steve Toth in GOP primary challenge to Dan Crenshaw

U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz has endorsed Steve Toth, a candidate challenging Rep. Dan Crenshaw in Texas' 2nd Congressional District Republican primary.

February 26

Nancy Guthrie suspect's digital ‘blackout’ may be key to case, says expert who probed Kohberger phone

Digital forensics expert Heather Barnhart, who helped solve Idaho student murders, says Nancy Guthrie's abductor may have left crucial digital evidence.

February 26

Mamdani's rent freeze, tax hikes a 'one-two wealth destruction punch,' economists warn

Economists warn New York's proposed rent freeze and property tax hikes could create a "one-two wealth destruction punch" for the city's housing market.

February 26

New York's Mayor Mamdani promised change — now he’s gutting the NYPD

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's decision to halt NYPD hiring contradicts campaign promises, raising questions about his commitment to New York City public safety.

February 26

DHS says ICE agents will not be at polling places during midterms

A DHS official said immigration agents will not be stationed at polling locations during the midterm elections, addressing Democratic concerns about voter intimidation.

February 26

Trump admin says VA benefits claims backlog below 100K for first time in 6 years: 'Record levels of service'

The Department of Veterans Affairs announced that the VA disability claims backlog dipped below 100,000 for the first time since 2020, a major priority under VA Secretary Doug Collins.