Leo Briceno

Politics 2 days ago

Schumer silent as Mamdani scraps antisemitism definition, synagogue security

Mayor Zohran Mamdani reversed New York City's antisemitism policies and Israel boycott restrictions on his first day, drawing criticism from Israeli officials.

Socialism 2 days ago

Mamdani's inauguration fuels debate over Gen Z shift toward socialism, away from free markets

Mamdani’s inauguration highlights a generational shift as Gen Z voters show growing openness to socialism.

Congress 2 days ago

These House mavericks defied their own parties more than anyone else in 2025

House lawmakers broke party-line votes at varying rates, with Rep. Henry Cuellar leading Democrats at 24.1%, and Rep. Thomas Massie topping Republicans at 22.3%.

Congress 4 days ago

Boebert hits back at Trump after veto of Colorado water bill, raises retaliation concerns

Rep. Lauren Boebert criticized President Donald Trump's veto of the bipartisan Arkansas Valley Conduit Act, which would have lowered water payments for residents.

Congress 4 days ago

Comer, House Oversight demand answers in Minnesota fraud hearing, call on Walz to testify

House Republicans invite Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz to testify about alleged fraud rings in state social services programs. Chairman James Comer schedules hearing for Jan. 7.

Congress 5 days ago

Bipartisan House China panel slams Beijing’s Taiwan drills as ‘deliberate escalation’

China conducts two-day military exercises around Taiwan with rockets, bombers and assault ships as House Select Committee on China warns of deliberate escalation by Beijing.

Politics 5 days ago

Republicans eye Iowa Senate supermajority in Tuesday special election

Iowa special election Tuesday pits Democrat Renee Hardman against Republican Lucas Loftin for Senate District 16, with Republicans seeking supermajority control.

Minnesota Fraud Exposed 5 days ago

House GOP whip urges citizenship revocations tied to Minnesota fraud schemes

House Republican Tom Emmer demands deportation of Somalis allegedly involved in Minnesota fraud after reports suggest funds may have reached Al-Shabaab terror group.

Congress 6 days ago

Swalwell attacks GOP legislative record as Republicans accuse Democrats of engineering shutdown

Congress passes only 61 bills in 2025 session as Rep. Eric Swalwell and Sen. Ron Johnson trade blame over legislative gridlock and government shutdown standoffs.

Congress 6 days ago

Ilhan Omar disclosures show husband’s companies surged in value as Minnesota reels from $9B fraud

Disclosures show that companies owned by the husband of Rep. Ilhan Omar surged in value, from under $1,000 to up to $25 million, as investigations into Minnesota fraud continue.

Congress December 28

The biggest losers of 2025: Who fell flat as the year closed

Democratic Party faces internal divisions in 2025 as progressives challenge establishment figures while President Joe Biden's legacy crumbles and party leaders struggle with direction.

Congress December 24

Democrats warn Trump greenlighting Nvidia AI chip sales could boost China’s military edge

Congressional Democrats oppose NVIDIA's advanced H200 chip sales to China, with lawmakers calling the decision a threat to U.S. military security.

Congress December 24

5 pivotal 2026 Senate races will determine whether Republicans maintain governing trifecta under Trump

Former North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper faces former RNC Chair Michael Whatley in a blockbuster 2026 Senate race, while Sen. Jon Ossoff defends his seat.

Jeffrey Epstein December 23

Ex-federal prosecutor says DOJ had power to release all Epstein files

Former federal prosecutor Sarah Krissoff criticizes Department of Justice's limited Jeffrey Epstein document release under new transparency law.

Artificial Intelligence December 22

House moves to protect children from online predators as Australia clamps down on social media

Reps. Laurel Lee and Andy Biggs introduce bipartisan legislation targeting online predators who coerce minors into self-harm and sexual exploitation.

Congress December 19

Massie sets litmus test for DOJ's Epstein disclosures as deadline slips

Rep. Thomas Massie expects DOJ's Jeffrey Epstein file release to include names of men accused of sex trafficking and related crimes.

Congress December 18

Moderate Democrats push back as progressives move to oust Jeffries, Clark over Trump strategy

House Democrats face internal tensions as progressives challenge Hakeem Jeffries and Katherine Clark, while moderates warn against divisive primaries threatening victory.

Congress December 18

House Dems drop Epstein images a day before Trump administration's release deadline

Democrats on the House Oversight Committee continue releasing Jeffrey Epstein files, including 68 new photos from the disgraced financier's estate.

Congress December 18

GOP, Democrats clash on Capitol Hill as Republicans target cartels and Dems push to curb ICE partnerships

House Democrats unveil PROTECT Act to restrict federal-local immigration partnerships, while Republicans push competing bill to expand anti-cartel enforcement funding.

Congress December 17

Jack Smith denies politics played any role in Trump prosecutions during House testimony

Jack Smith took full ownership of criminal cases against President Donald Trump, saying he would prosecute any former president regardless of party affiliation.

Congress December 17

Top Dem blasts claims he cherry-picked 92 Epstein images from 95,000-file cache

House Democrats released almost 100 new Jeffrey Epstein photos featuring Donald Trump, Woody Allen, Steve Bannon and other influential figures.

Congress December 17

Trump stays on sidelines as GOP falters in push to unite on healthcare plan

Republicans have two weeks to decide on Obamacare subsidies affecting 24 million enrollees, while President Donald Trump takes a hands-off legislative approach.

Congress December 16

Democrats push DOJ to reveal hidden half of Jack Smith report as GOP prepares tense deposition

Democrats demand DOJ release Volume II of special counsel Jack Smith's report before his Wednesday deposition, with Rep. Jamie Raskin saying Smith's work should speak for itself.

Congress December 16

House GOP probes alleged Obamacare broker fraud as Jordan presses major insurers for answers

House Judiciary Committee led by Rep. Jim Jordan demands information from major Obamacare brokers about potential enrollment fraud by brokers.

Antisemitism Exposed December 15

Schumer draws fire for casual tone after Sydney terror attack as Fetterman, Cruz demand tougher stance

Sen. Chuck Schumer faced criticism for mixing condolences about the Sydney Jewish community attack with football commentary, while Sen. John Fetterman called for graver responses.

Immigration December 13

House Republicans unveil national memorial plan honoring Americans killed by illegal immigrants

Republican lawmakers unveil plans for a permanent memorial honoring U.S. citizens and residents whose lives were taken by individuals unlawfully in the country.

Minnesota Fraud Exposed December 12

'Incompetence or dereliction': Minnesota lawmaker rips Tim Walz as state fraud losses mount

House Oversight Committee investigates Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz over fraud schemes that cost the state billions, including the $250 million Feeding Our Future case.

Artificial Intelligence December 12

Trump's green light for Nvidia sales to China sparks alarm on Capitol Hill

Trump administration's decision to allow Nvidia chip sales to China sparks concern among lawmakers who worry about giving advanced technology to a key adversary.

Congress December 12

Latin Grammy winner and Texas Dem star recruit hits House campaign with years of porn-linked posts

Bobby Pulido, Latin Grammy winner-turned-congressional candidate, attempts to rebrand himself while explicit social media posts remain on his accounts.

Congress December 11

Top 5 moments: Noem clashes with Dems in fiery hearing as drones, deportations erupt into flashpoints

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem faced tense exchanges on deportations and legal claims as she warned Congress the U.S. is unprepared for escalating drone threats.