US POLITICS

Sep 15 2024POLITICS

The Economy Cure and the VP Pick: A Critical Look

As President Biden returned from his Texas trip, he shared his vision for his legacy with reporters. In a surprising claim, he hopes to be remembered as the leader who "cured the economy." However, this statement raises more questions than answers. What does he mean by "cured the economy"? Has he ta

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

From Swamp to Showdown: Trump's False Claims and Political Maneuvers Derail Campaign

The Trump campaign's recent debacle began with a false rumor about Haitian migrants eating pets in Ohio and escalated into a far-right agitator's influence on the former president's rhetoric. Trump's repeated claims about migrants consuming animals overshadowed his planned attacks on Harris's immigr

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Sep 13 2024POLITICS

Taylor Tomlinson Takes on Trump: A Comedian's Take on the Debate

Taylor Tomlinson, a comedian known for her sharp wit and sarcastic humor, recently took to the stage on After Midnight to share her thoughts on the latest debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Unlike many of her late-night peers, Tomlinson is not typically kn

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Sep 12 2024POLITICS

Debate Fallout: Did Harris Miss Her Chance to Shine?

The debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump was supposed to be a moment of truth for Harris, an opportunity to demonstrate her leadership skills and showcase her policies. Instead, it felt like a missed opportunity. Harris was more polished and professional than

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Sep 11 2024POLITICS

The Stage is Set: What to Watch for in Tonight's Debate

As the curtains draw open for tonight's showdown between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the stage is set for a battle of wits, policies, and character. But what should we be looking out for? Ahead of the debate, seven NBC News staffers weighed in on one big thing they'll be watching for. Here's wha

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Sep 10 2024POLITICS

Pence Plays Strategist: Can Trump Out-Debate Harris?

Mike Pence, the former Vice President who famously distanced himself from Donald Trump after the January 6th Capitol riot, is offering some unexpected advice: how to debate Kamala Harris. Pence, in an interview with Real Clear Politics, suggests Trump should focus on attacking Harris's record as Vic

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Sep 08 2024OPINION

Is America Losing Its Soul? Americans Weigh an Exodus Over Political Fears

Americans are leaving their country due to anxieties about the political climate, not for adventure. The question is whether they are justified or overreacting. Thousands of readers responded to a New York Times survey expressing frustration, fear, and disappointment with American politics. Many are

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Is the US Political Landscape Shifting? A Look at Harris and Trump's Recent Moves

The 2024 election is heating up, and both major party candidates seem to be making some interesting, and perhaps unexpected, moves. Vice President Kamala Harris recently announced her support for fracking, a practice often opposed by environmental activists. This comes as a surprise to some, consi

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Sep 06 2024POLITICS

Russia's $10M Propaganda Ploy: Did It Fool You Too?

Did you fall for it? A jaw-dropping $10 million scheme by Russia to covertly influence American audiences through online content has been exposed. Two employees of the state-controlled media outlet RT, posing under fake identities, allegedly directed a Tennessee-based company called Tenet Media to p

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Sep 05 2024POLITICS,

China's Influence Operations: A Threat to US Democracy?

The recent arrest of Linda Sun, a former aide to New York Governor Kathy Hochul, has shed light on China's growing efforts to influence U.S. politics at the state level. Sun is accused of acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government, pushing its interests at state functions and blocking rep

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