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Democrats' Silence on Climate Is Costing Them at the Ballot Box
As renewables hit record highs and fossil fuel profits soar, Democrats’ reluctance to talk climate is a political gift to the GOP. The data shows clean energy is a winning issue.
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Kim Describes Week of ICE Clashes as 'Most Difficult' of His Life
Sen. Andy Kim called the week of clashes between protesters and law enforcement at Delaney Hall 'one of the most difficult' of his life, citing deep concern over conditions and his own pepper-spraying.
Policy
Social Security Full Retirement Age Hits 67 for 1960s-Born Workers in 2026
The full retirement age for Social Security increased to 67 for workers born in 1960 or later, the penultimate step in a decades-long phase-in. Claiming early at 62 now triggers the steepest benefit reduction ever.
Technology
SpaceX IPO Reveals Starship and AI as Core to Future Revenue
SpaceX's IPO hinges on Starship becoming operational and AI driving near-term revenue, but political pushback from figures like Bernie Sanders poses risks.
International
Cindy McCain Urges Trump Administration to Restore Food Aid After USAID Shutdown
World Food Program Executive Director Cindy McCain called on the Trump administration to provide more food aid, noting the dismantling of USAID has worsened global hunger.
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Wheat Production Plunges to 1972 Levels, Grocery Price Hikes Expected
Wheat farmers face one of the worst harvests in decades due to drought, extreme temperatures, and soaring input costs. Production is forecast at 1.56 billion bushels, the smallest since 1972, likely raising grocery bills.
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Newark Mayor Imposes Curfew Near ICE Facility After Days of Clashes
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka imposed a curfew around Delaney Hall ICE detention center after days of clashes between protesters and police, including an incident where Sen. Andy Kim was pepper-sprayed.
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Trump Deportation Drive Risks Economic Harm as Immigrant Contributions Mount
President Trump's aggressive immigration crackdown ignores immigrants' $59.4 billion in annual federal taxes and their indispensable roles in healthcare, farming, and construction.
Politics
GOP and Democrats Gird for Intensified Gerrymandering War Ahead of 2028
Both parties are ramping up gerrymandering efforts for 2028, with Republicans eyeing red states and Democrats vowing aggressive responses in blue states, threatening to reshape House control.
Trump Admin's Federal Worker NDA Proposal Draws Fire From Unions and Free Speech Advocates
A Trump administration proposal to mandate nondisclosure agreements for federal employees is being condemned as a threat
DOJ Demands Recusal of Judge in Georgia Election Case Over Willis Event
The DOJ asked a federal judge to recuse herself from a Georgia election lawsuit, arguing her attendance at an event for
Sherrill and Mullin Align on Handling Newark ICE Protests Amid Tensions
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin agreed Saturday on security measures at a Newark ICE d
Security Fears Mount as America 250 Celebrations Approach in Washington
Security preparations intensify for America 250 celebrations in Washington following recent shootings and assassination
White House Blasts NYT Report That Chief of Staff Told Vance to Quit Social Media
The White House on Saturday denied a New York Times report alleging chief of staff Susie Wiles urged Vice President Vanc
Progressive Splits Threaten Key California Primary Wins for Raman and Steyer
California's June 2 primaries see progressives divided, with multiple candidates in key races risking losses to establis
Outcomes-Based Financing Could Reshape Workforce Training—If Done Right
Outcomes-based repayment models can shift training risk from workers to funders, but require clear protections and emplo
Trump Signs Executive Order Endorsing Slimmed-Down Childhood Vaccine Schedule
President Trump signed an executive order Friday endorsing a reduced childhood vaccine schedule pushed by HHS Secretary
Unpaid Caregivers Face Retirement Crisis; Social Security Credits Proposed as Fix
Unpaid caregivers provide $1 trillion in labor yearly, yet face retirement insecurity. Social Security caregiver credits
Lottery Winners Face Steep Tax Hit; Only Nine States Offer Full Relief
Winning the lottery sounds like a dream, but taxes can take a huge bite. Only nine states currently exempt lottery winni
Hawaiian Airlines Scraps Free Main Cabin Meals, Shifts to Prepaid Menu
Hawaiian Airlines will discontinue free in-flight meals in main cabins from July 1, introducing a prepaid menu by chef S
Republican-Led SEC Formally Moves to Kill Climate Disclosure Rule
The SEC proposed Friday to rescind its 2024 climate disclosure rule, arguing it exceeded the agency's authority and impo
Credit Card Delinquencies Hit Highest Level Since 2011 as 13.1% of Balances Over 90 Days Late
Serious credit card delinquency hit 13.1% in Q1, the highest since 2011, as rising interest rates and inflation squeeze
Treasury Launches Trump Accounts App for Children's Investment Program
The Treasury Department launched a mobile app for Trump Accounts, tax-free investment accounts for children. Parents can
SpaceX, OpenAI, Anthropic Race to Public Markets in AI Funding Push
SpaceX, OpenAI, and Anthropic are racing to go public, seeking billions to fund AI infrastructure. SpaceX's IPO filing r
Hotel Rates Surge Amid Strong U.S. Travel Demand, Construction Lags
Hotel rates are climbing as demand surges and construction fails to keep pace, signaling a robust U.S. economy, accordin
Vermont Leads Nation in Mortgage Delinquency Surge, Report Shows
Vermont saw the biggest jump in mortgage delinquencies nationwide, rising 12.32% from Q4 2025 to Q1 2026, according to a
AI-Driven Capex Boom Masks Consumer Weakness, Risks Sharp Reversal
AI capital spending is currently offsetting weak consumer spending, but analysts warn the boom is unsustainable and a pu
UN Blacklists Israeli and Russian Forces for Sexual Violence in Conflicts
The United Nations has added Israeli and Russian security forces to its annual blacklist for sexual violence during conf
Trump Nears Decision on Iran Deal as Strait of Hormuz Talks Advance
A tentative U.S.-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and extend the ceasefire faces uncertainty as Trump weighs app
Hegseth Strikes Conciliatory Tone on China at Singapore Security Forum
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth tempered his criticism of China at the Shangri-La Dialogue, calling for a constructive re
Ukraine Seizes Battlefield Momentum, Regains Territory for First Time Since 2023
Ukraine is regaining territory for the first time since 2023, using drone warfare to break a stalemate. Analysts say the
Hormuz Deal Risks Eroding US Credibility and Global Order
The Trump administration's deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz risks leaving Tehran's nuclear program and prox
Redfield: Current Ebola Outbreak Could Become Second-Largest in History
Former CDC director Robert Redfield warns the current Ebola outbreak could become the second-largest in history, citing