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Presidents of both parties defended libraries as allies of democracy for a century – until Trump
For a century, presidents from both parties defended libraries as allies of democracy. That bipartisan tradition frayed under Donald Trump,…
Michigan Senate Race Turns Ugly as Islamophobia Takes Center Stage
Michigan's Senate race took an ugly, Islamophobic turn as candidates and ads amplify anti-Muslim rhetoric, alarming voters and civil-rights groups…
Slop, Ass, Cringe: MAGA Flops Abroad and Flails at Home
Report: MAGA's recent diplomatic missteps abroad and chaotic domestic rallies have unsettled allies and energized critics, raising questions about leadership,…
Why Republicans are on the back foot ahead of US midterm elections
Republicans face mounting challenges ahead of the US midterms: low approval ratings, internal divisions, and an energized Democratic base eroding…
Here are a few engaging rewrites you can use: 1. Trump’s Visa Crackdown – Except for His Inner Circle 2. Trump Tightens Visas, But His Friends Get a Pass 3. Visa Clampdown by Trump Comes With a Clear Exception: Allies 4. Trump’s New Visa Rules – No
As the administration tightens visa rules, enforcement appears uneven: close allies and donors secure exceptions, prompting questions about favoritism and…
Are transgender sports bans really about protecting women? Survey data tells a different story
New survey data challenges claims that transgender sports bans protect women. Findings indicate public attitudes and politics, not clear evidence…
Here are a few more engaging rewrites you can choose from: 1. Lula’s stunning upset derails Trump-backed push for a far-right Brazil 2. Surprise Lula victory thwarts bid to steer Brazil far right 3. Lula’s comeback win stalls momentum toward a far-ri
Lula's surprise win thwarts efforts tied to Trump to steer Brazil toward a far-right government, reshaping regional politics and stalling…
Trump misses out on Nobel Prize again and imposes new sanctions on the International Criminal Court. What does it mean?
Trump misses out on Nobel Prize again and hits the International Criminal Court with new sanctions. What does it mean?…
How Trump’s ‘little detour’ to Iran became a roadblock in the midterm elections – ABC News – Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Trump's 'little detour' to Iran-once billed as a brief deviation-has emerged as a major midterm campaign liability, complicating GOP messaging…
Trump Rejects Disastrous Polls: ‘I Don’t Believe I Could Be Beaten By Anybody’
Trump dismissed polls showing weak support as 'disastrous,' telling reporters, 'I don't believe I could be beaten by anybody,' and…
Trump fires back at Obama’s Cheesecake Factory jab
Trump fired back at Obama's Cheesecake Factory jab, calling it a 'cheap shot' and accusing the former president of needlessly…
Voters Are Begging Trump to End the War in Iran
Voters across key states are pressing Trump to end the war in Iran, demanding a ceasefire and diplomacy to spare…
What recent polling suggests will happen in the US midterm elections
Recent polls show tight races nationwide, with control of Congress likely determined by a handful of suburban and swing districts.…
Susan Collins’s Biggest Problem? Donald Trump – Vanity Fair
Maine senator Susan Collins faces a political dilemma as Donald Trump's influence reshapes GOP dynamics, forcing her to balance fragile…
Donald Trump Misunderstands Ranked Choice Voting. It Will Help Not Hurt Alaska Senator Dan Sullivan – Election Law Blog
Donald Trump misunderstands ranked-choice voting; legal experts say the system will likely boost, not harm, Alaska Sen. Dan Sullivan's reelection…
Trump Makes A Truly Irrational New Claim About 2028 Run: ‘One Thing Is Different’
Former President Trump unveiled a new, widely questioned claim about a potential 2028 run, insisting "one thing is different." Critics…