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Trump Eyes Longer Ceasefire as Russia, Ukraine Halt Fighting for Victory Day
President Trump hopes to extend the three-day Russia-Ukraine ceasefire, which includes a 1,000-prisoner exchange, as both sides observe a halt in fighting for Victory Day.
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USPS Losses Narrow to $2B as Revenue Rises, Cash Crisis Looms
USPS posted a $2 billion net loss for Q2 fiscal 2026, even as revenue rose to $20.2 billion. Postmaster General David Steiner warns of a cash crisis and calls on Congress to raise the borrowing limit.
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Alabama GOP Clears Path for New Primaries If Court Lifts Voting Map Ban
Alabama Republicans have approved a bill that would trigger new primary elections under a GOP-drawn congressional map, contingent on the courts lifting an injunction protecting the current map until 2030.
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Warner Blasts Virginia High Court for Tossing Democratic Redistricting Map
Sen. Mark Warner slammed the Virginia Supreme Court's decision to invalidate a Democratic-backed redistricting map, arguing the ruling ignored voter intent and procedural fairness.
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Alabama Races Supreme Court to Revise Voting Map for GOP Advantage
Alabama is urging the Supreme Court to approve a new congressional map that could boost GOP House chances, citing a recent decision weakening the Voting Rights Act.
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Charlamagne Tha God Presses Dana White on Trump Loyalty in Heated Exchange
During a tense interview on The Breakfast Club, Charlamagne Tha God pressed Dana White on his unwavering support for President Trump, urging the UFC boss to stop being a 'yes man' and tell his friend he's failing the people.
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Harrison Fires Back at Psaki Over 'Deputy President' Jab, Reveals White House Tensions
Jaime Harrison defended his DNC tenure against Jen Psaki's 'deputy president' remark, revealing White House restrictions on anti-Trump ads and policy input.
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Cruz Touts Trump Accounts as Stepping Stone to Privatize Social Security
Sen. Ted Cruz says Trump accounts, established for children born through 2028, could pave the way for privatizing Social Security by letting workers invest payroll taxes in personal stock market accounts.
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Homan Admits ICE Detains US Citizens but Vows No Deportations
White House border czar Tom Homan acknowledged ICE agents have detained U.S. citizens, but stressed they are not deported. The admission follows reports of citizens caught in enforcement sweeps.
California to Give Free Diapers to All Newborns Under Newsom Plan
California will become the first state to provide free diapers to all newborns starting this summer under Gov. Gavin New
Virginia Supreme Court Tosses Democratic Redistricting Map, Upending House Hopes
The Virginia Supreme Court struck down a Democratic redistricting map, eliminating four expected pickups and complicatin
Trump Admin Moves to Strip Citizenship from Ex-Ambassador Who Spied for Cuba
The Justice Department filed a denaturalization complaint against Victor Manuel Rocha, a former U.S. ambassador who plea
Louisiana Asks Supreme Court to Keep Ban on Mail-Order Abortion Pills
Louisiana filed a brief asking the Supreme Court to keep a lower court order blocking mail-order abortion pills nationwi
Olivia and Liam Dominate US Baby Names for Seventh Year Running
Olivia and Liam top the Social Security baby name list for a seventh consecutive year, with Charlotte edging out Emma fo
Two Politicians’ Deaths Expose Crisis of Violent Masculinity in U.S. Politics
Two recent intimate partner violence incidents involving elected officials reveal a deep crisis of masculinity that dema
Domestic Violence Drives Nearly Half of U.S. Mass Shootings, Experts Warn
Nearly half of U.S. mass shootings stem from domestic violence. Experts urge recognition of red flags and evidence-based
State Dept to Revoke Passports for Parents Owing Over $2,500 in Child Support
The State Department announced it will revoke passports from parents who owe more than $2,500 in child support, with enf
Fed Faces Dilemma as Global Supply Shocks Challenge Inflation Strategy
Fed Chair Jerome Powell admits recent global shocks have slowed inflation progress, casting doubt on the central bank's
Trump Administration Proposes Lifting USPS Ban on Handgun Shipments
A proposed rule from the Trump administration would let Americans mail handguns through USPS, drawing praise from gun ri
Ethanol Mandate Expansion: A Hidden Tax on Consumers and a Win for Lobbyists
Congressmen Perry and Roy warn that year-round E15 sales, without reforming the Renewable Fuel Standard, impose a hidden
Meta and YouTube Challenge Landmark $6M Verdict in Social Media Addiction Case
Meta and YouTube have asked a judge to toss a jury verdict that found them liable for a woman's depression, arguing lega
Hassett Forecasts Robust Job Market Despite Iran War-Driven Gas Spike
Kevin Hassett, a top Trump economic adviser, projected a very strong US job market despite Iran conflict-driven price hi
Redfin Reveals 2026's Hottest Housing Markets: Florida and Midwest Lead
Redfin's 2026 ranking of hottest U.S. neighborhoods spotlights affordable areas in Florida and the Midwest, with Land O'
Delta Ends Complimentary Snacks and Drinks on Select Routes Starting May 19
Delta Air Lines is eliminating complimentary food and drink service on a number of flights as of May 19, a move the carr
Dollar's Steep Drop Since Trump's Return Quietly Squeezes American Households
The U.S. dollar has fallen about 10% since Trump returned to the White House, quietly driving up costs on imports, trave
First 'Jeopardy!' Winner's Prize: Then vs. Now
The first Jeopardy! winner earned $2,680 in 1964, worth about $26,000 today—a fraction of what today's contestants can w
Two Paycheck Months in 2023: How Your Pay Schedule Creates a 'Bonus' Payday in May
If you get paid biweekly, May brings a third paycheck—not a bonus from your boss, but a quirk of the calendar. Here's wh
Trump Announces Three-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire for Victory Day
President Trump announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine for May 9-11, tied to Victory Day celebration
Six Americans Languish in Iran as Trump Weighs Deal—Families Demand Action
At least six Americans remain detained in Iran. Families and advocates urge the Trump administration to demand their rel
Trump Administration Reviews Mexican Consulates as Bilateral Tensions Escalate
The U.S. is reviewing Mexican consulates for potential closures, deepening strains with Mexico over cartel policy, indic
Iran-Backed Attacks Drive UAE Deeper into Israel's Arms, Strains Gulf Ties
The UAE has suffered over 2,000 attacks from Iran-backed forces, prompting an unprecedented Israeli deployment of troops
Trump Sets July 4 Tariff Ultimatum for EU, Threatens Major Hikes
President Trump has given the EU until July 4 to comply with a trade agreement or face significantly higher tariffs, esc
Trump and Lula Skip Press as White House Meeting Yields Sparse Details
President Trump and Brazilian President Lula held a high-stakes White House meeting without press access. Trump's brief