Lisa Cook, the first Black woman to hold a position on the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, is under intense pressure to step down. This comes after President Donald Trump moved to remove her from her role. Kevin Hassett, Trump's top economic adviser, suggested that Cook should take a leave of absence. He even called it "the honorable thing to do. " Hassett's com...
The American Right, long a bastion of unwavering support for Israel, is experiencing a significant shift in perspective. This change is not driven by progressive ideals but by a growing populist sentiment within the MAGA base. The conflict in Gaza, with its staggering human cost, has sparked a debate among conservatives about the U. S. 's role in foreign affairs. In...
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu recently attended a celebration for the Binyamin Regional Council in the West Bank. This event marked the construction of 17 new settlements in the area. Netanyahu praised the residents for their resilience against daily terrorist attacks and their commitment to strengthening the country's presence in the region. In a video statemen...
John Bolton, a former advisor to President Donald Trump, has expressed worry about his safety following the removal of his Secret Service protection. He shared these concerns during an online event where he was discussing Trump's recent summit with the South Korean leader. Bolton mentioned that he had been a target of an Iranian assassination attempt in the past, wh...
The Trump administration is making it hard for wind and solar energy to grow in the U. S. They don't want wind turbines on federal lands, farmland, or even floating offshore. Recently, they started looking into adding taxes on wind-turbine parts from other countries. They also stopped a nearly finished wind farm near Rhode Island, saying it was a "national security" ...
In a heated exchange, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and former President Donald Trump have been trading barbs, with personal attacks taking center stage. The spat began when Trump commented on Pritzker's weight, suggesting he should hit the gym more often. Pritzker fired back, pointing out that Trump himself isn't exactly a picture of health, with a recent physical l...
In a bold move, nearly three dozen FEMA employees have raised serious concerns about the Trump administration's handling of disaster response. They've sent a letter to Congress, warning that the lack of experience among top officials could lead to a repeat of the Hurricane Katrina disaster. These employees point out that key leaders, like Homeland Security Secretary...
In New Hampshire, recent land acquisitions by Chinese companies have sparked a heated discussion. Three significant purchases have caught the attention of local politicians and residents alike. Nongfu Spring, a major Chinese beverage company, acquired land close to the Nashua Pennichuck water system. Additionally, a Chinese investor named Sui Liu bought the former ca...
President Donald Trump is set to sign several executive orders that could significantly impact policies in Washington, D. C. , and other cities across the United States. One of the orders targets cashless bail systems, aiming to pressure jurisdictions like D. C. to change their policies or face potential consequences. The order specifically addresses D. C. 's cashle...
Alaska has seen a lot of Russian planes flying nearby lately. The U. S. military has been sending fighter jets to check them out. This isn't new. It happens a lot. The area where this is happening is called the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone. It's like a buffer zone around Alaska and Canada. Planes flying here don't need permission, but they should let the U...