In 2023, when former President Donald Trump faced legal troubles, he had few allies. One notable exception was U. S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. She was the only elected official present when Trump was booked and fingerprinted at the Fulton County Jail. While Trump was busy with his legal team, Greene teamed up with then-U. S. Rep. Matt Gaetz. Together, they organi...
A recent survey shows that a big chunk of Americans, 72%, are more likely to vote for politicians who promise to protect the environment and endangered species. This poll, done by a group that advocates for animals and nature, asked over 2, 000 adults if they care about these issues. The answer was a clear yes. Most people, 70%, think it's a good idea for the govern...
A major investment company, Apollo Global Management, has asked its New York City employees to work from home on a specific Friday. This is because a protest is planned outside their office. The protest is about the company's CEO, Marc Rowan, who supports President Trump's policies on universities. About 1, 000 workers at Apollo's office on 9 West 57th St. got lette...
Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old Democrat, has made history by winning the New York City mayoral election. This victory has caught the attention of many celebrities, sparking a mix of support and criticism. Cynthia Nixon, known for her role in "Sex and the City, " has been a vocal supporter of Mamdani. She shared her excitement on social media, calling him a "miracle o...
Robert Roberson III, a Texas man on death row for over two decades, has been given a temporary reprieve. The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals recently halted his execution, scheduled for mid-October. This decision has sparked a mix of relief and controversy among lawmakers and the public. Roberson was convicted in 2003 for the death of his 2-year-old daughter, Nikki....
Chicago is facing a serious crime problem. Many people think the reason is a lack of police officers. There are 1, 600 empty jobs in the Chicago Police Department. This means fewer officers to respond to emergencies. Last year, 225 "911" calls went unanswered. These calls included reports of gunshots, car break-ins, and attacks. Some people blame politicians for not...
Cryptocurrencies saw a significant surge during what was dubbed "Crypto Week" by House Republicans. This week was marked by the approval of several pro-crypto bills, which seemed to give a confidence boost to the market. Ethereum, for instance, hit a six-month high on Friday, climbing up to $3, 675. 60. This wasn't an isolated case; other cryptocurrencies like XRP, B...
The U. S. just took a big step into the future of money. President Donald Trump signed the GENIUS Act into law. This new law sets rules for digital currencies, especially stablecoins. These are digital currencies tied to real things like gold or the U. S. dollar. The goal? To keep their value steady. Trump has been a big supporter of crypto. He said he wants the U. ...
In 2026, the White House might host a UFC fight. This is part of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. President Donald Trump announced this at a rally in Iowa. He wore a red "USA" hat. He said the UFC will build an octagon on the White House grounds. He also said the event will have a big crowd, maybe 20, 000 to 25, 000 people. The UFC is planni...
New York City's mayor, Eric Adams, took a significant step by signing a new business deal with Israel. This move is part of his broader strategy to counter calls for divestment from Israel, especially amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The agreement, signed during a conference in Manhattan, aims to boost economic ties between New York and Israel. A special council,...