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Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton sharply criticized President Donald Trump after he vowed to withhold food assistance benefits during the ongoing government shutdown, calling his remarks reminiscent of a ruler indifferent to public suffering. Trump Says SNAP Benefits Will Wait Until...

Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) is accusing President Donald Trump of defying a federal court order to deliver full November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits, igniting a fresh wave of political outrage over food aid for low-income families. Waters Accuses Trump Of Ignoring Court...

As the week comes to a close, here’s a quick recap of the top stories that dominated the headlines, from the world of politics to the economy and the stock market. Scott Bessent Fires Back At Bob Elliott‘s Claim That Tariffs ‘Offset’ Rent Relief An economist’s analysis...

From a regretful Biden-era policy to a potential GOP Senate rule change, the week was packed with political news. Here’s a roundup of the top stories that you might have missed. Pete Buttigieg Regrets Biden’s AV Policy, Suggests Doge-Like Department Former Transportation Secretary Pete...

President Donald Trump came under fire on Friday for focusing on a White House bathroom renovation. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized the move as millions of Americans prepare for sharply higher health insurance premiums. Democrats Criticize...

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) blasted President Donald Trump's decision to pare back tariffs on China after a face-to-face meeting with President Xi Jinping, arguing that Trump is "trying to clean up the mess" he created and now wants "17 pats on the back" for it. Schumer...

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Wednesday blasted President Donald Trump over an impending lapse in food assistance, accusing the White House of "using Americans as hostages" by refusing to extend Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits on Nov. 1 while the government...

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) accused House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) of withholding details of a Republican alternative to the Affordable Care Act, intensifying GOP tensions as health care costs loom as a 2026 election issue. Greene Presses Johnson For GOP Health Care Plan To Replace...

Investor Ross Gerber of Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management has raised concerns about the potential impact of the ongoing government shutdown on U.S. air travel, warning that the timing couldn't be worse as millions prepare for the busy Thanksgiving travel season. Air Traffic...

The ongoing government shutdown has brought U.S. Army Corps of Engineers projects to a standstill, as the Trump administration weighs canceling over billion worth of projects. $11 Billion Projects Halted Amid Shutdown The Trump administration has been forced to pause and consider canceling...

Vice President J.D. Vance told U.S. Marines at Camp Pendleton that they will continue to receive paychecks despite the ongoing government shutdown, while criticizing congressional Democrats for the funding impasse. Vance Reassures Marines Amid Government Shutdown On Saturday, Vance, appearing...

Millions of Americans took to the streets on "No Kings Day," a nationwide protest denouncing President Donald Trump's leadership style and warning of what organizers called a growing threat to U.S. democracy. Millions Rally Across US Against Trump's Alleged Authoritarianism On Saturday, Rallies...

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) said Thursday he offered Democrats a chance to vote on their top demand of extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, to help end the federal shutdown, but the overture has not broken the stalemate now in its 16th day. Thune Offers Vote Without Policy...

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Monday accused President Donald Trump and White House budget chief Russell Vought of using Americans as "pawns" in a government shutdown that has now triggered thousands of federal layoffs. Schumer Slams Firings, Cites Vought's ‘RIFs' Post "Donald...

Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) on Saturday vowed to stand firm against what he called President Donald Trump's efforts to target political opponents with legal threats and indictments. Schiff Pushes Back Against Trump's Legal Threats In a video posted on X, the California Democrat said Trump's "long...