The U. S. government shutdown has sparked a heated debate about who holds the real power in Washington. While Congress is supposed to control federal spending, President Trump has been making bold moves that some say are pushing the boundaries of his authority. Congress is divided, with Democrats a
The House of Representatives has been on a break for over a month. No policy debates, no votes, and no oversight hearings. Speaker Mike Johnson decided to put everything on hold. This is not just a short break. It's been going on for weeks. And it's happening while the government is shut down. John
The NBA is in hot water, and Congress wants answers. They've asked NBA Commissioner Adam Silver to spill the details about a recent gambling scandal that shook the league. The FBI arrested Portland Trail Blazers Coach Chauncey Billups and others, linking them to illegal gambling activities. Billups
Lawmakers are stepping in to ask the NBA about some serious gambling problems. They want to talk to the league's boss, Adam Silver, about recent scandals involving players and coaches. This comes after a few big names in the NBA were caught up in federal investigations related to illegal betting and
Coffee lovers in the U. S. are feeling the pinch. Prices for ground coffee have shot up. In September, the average cost hit $9. 14 per pound. That's a 3% jump from August and a whopping 41% increase from September 2024. This trend isn't just about coffee. Overall food prices have also risen by 3% co
Virginia Democrats are taking steps to redraw congressional district lines, aiming to gain a couple more seats in the House of Representatives. This move comes as Republicans in several states have already redrawn maps to their advantage. Democrats currently hold six of Virginia's 11 congressional s
Marjorie Taylor Greene, a representative from Georgia, has been quite active in the stock market lately. She recently bought shares in several well-known companies and a Bitcoin ETF. This news has caught the attention of many, especially those who follow the stock market closely. Greene's recent pu
Arizona's top legal official has taken the U. S. House of Representatives to court. The issue? The refusal to swear in a newly elected Democratic congresswoman. The delay is tied to a government shutdown. The attorney general argues that this is a clear violation of the congresswoman's rights. The
Christopher Moynihan, a 34-year-old man, found himself in trouble again after being arrested for threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. This is not his first run-in with the law. He was part of the group that stormed the U. S. Capitol in 2021 and was later pardoned by President T
The Pentagon has introduced a new rule. Now, staff must ask for permission before talking to Congress. This is not a small change. It shows the Pentagon wants to control what people say about it. A memo was sent out. It said the Pentagon works with Congress. But now, they want to make sure everyone
