The U. S. Senate, led by Republicans, is back from its break to tackle a massive budget plan. This plan is crucial for President Trump's domestic policies. It includes new rules for Medicaid, more money for border control, changes to student loans, and ending tax breaks for renewable energy. The bu
A senator from Iowa, Joni Ernst, faced a lot of heat after a town hall meeting. She was trying to explain why some people might lose benefits. One woman in the crowd shouted out, "People will die. " Ernst's response was, "Well, we are all going to die. " This did not go over well. Many people were u
In Texas, a new bill is on its way to the governor's office, aiming to significantly change how schools handle LGBTQ topics and diversity efforts. The bill, known as Senate Bill 12, wants to stop schools from having clubs that focus on sexual orientation or gender identity. It also wants to ban
The 2026 election is shaping up to be a financial showdown. The Republican Party is sitting pretty with a hefty cash reserve, boasting over $67 million in the bank as of April. This is a significant lead over the Democratic National Committee, which is trailing with just under $18 million. The Repub
Everyone will eventually pass away, but that's not the point when discussing healthcare. A senator recently faced an upset crowd at a town hall meeting. People were worried about cuts to Medicaid, a program that helps with healthcare and food for those in need. The senator, Joni Ernst, had a surpris
Todd Chrisley and his wife, Julie, are back in the public eye after a surprising turn of events. The former reality TV stars, known for their show, were released from federal prison. This happened after a presidential pardon. The couple had been serving time for serious charges. The Chrisleys w
The House Republicans have introduced a significant change to federal student loan repayment plans. This new plan, part of a larger spending and tax package called the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act, " proposes a repayment timeline that could stretch up to 30 years. This is a big jump from the current
A familiar face in Alabama politics is making a big move. Tommy Tuberville, who has been representing Alabama in the Senate since 2020, has decided to run for governor. This isn't his first big career change. In 2016, he was coaching football at the University of Cincinnati. Before that, he was at A
When it comes to leadership, what a person says can reveal a lot about their character and capabilities. In a recent address, a prominent figure chose to discuss topics like yachts, trophy wives, and golf during a speech meant for a serious audience. This choice of subjects raised eyebrows and spark
The political scene in the US is heating up as some Republicans in the Senate are pushing back against the president's spending plans. They want to see serious cuts to government spending and a reduction in the national debt. If they don't get what they want, they're threatening to block a major tax
