US POLITICS

Dec 18 2025POLITICS

Trump's White House Plaques: A Closer Look at the Claims

Donald Trump has set up a unique display at the White House, called the “Presidential Walk of Fame. ” It features plaques with statements about each U. S. president’s time in office. However, some of these claims are not entirely accurate. For instance, Trump’s plaque about his own term includes th

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Dec 16 2025POLITICS

Young Guns Aim to Shake Up Democratic Party

The Democratic Party is facing a wave of change as young, progressive voices push for a shift in leadership. This push comes as many Democratic voters express frustration with the party's current direction, with over two-thirds describing themselves as "frustrated" in a recent survey. Leading the c

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Dec 14 2025POLITICS

US Politics: Big Moves, Bigger Questions

The US is facing a storm of challenges, and it's not just about politics. Health care is a hot topic. The government is stuck in a debate over how to make insurance affordable for everyone. The latest Republican proposal cuts subsidies that help people pay for their health care. This could lead to h

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Dec 12 2025POLITICS

Why Is the U. S. Still in NATO?

Some people in the U. S. government think it's time for the country to leave NATO. They say the organization is old and no longer useful. Rep. Thomas Massie from Kentucky introduced a bill to do just that. He believes the U. S. should focus on its own defense instead of paying for other countries.

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Dec 11 2025POLITICS

A Closer Look at U. S. Policy in Latin America

A recent letter to the editor sparked a debate about U. S. policy in Latin America. The writer, Richard R. Allen, took issue with Democratic Congressional Candidate Kyle Rable's assessment of President Trump's policies. Rable had criticized the administration, pointing to higher grocery prices and i

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Dec 10 2025OPINION

Standing Up for Rights: Why the U. S. Needs to Do Better

Human rights are a big deal. They are the foundation of a fair and just society. The United States, a country that helped create the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, needs to take a good, hard look at its own actions. Under President Donald Trump, things have taken a turn for the worse. The t

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Dec 10 2025POLITICS

The Show of Praise: Trump's Cabinet Meetings Unveiled

The odd and awkward gatherings of Donald Trump's cabinet members are something people talk about less but should pay more attention to. These meetings are not about real work or serious discussions. Instead, they are like a show where everyone takes turns telling Trump how great he is. This might se

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

EU Leaders Stand Tall Amid Criticism

Europe's leaders have been under fire lately. U. S. President Donald Trump recently called them weak and said Europe is struggling. He thinks the continent is poorly managed and can't handle migration. These comments came in an interview with POLITICO's Dasha Burns. But Europe isn't taking this sit

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Trump's Bold Words on Europe and Ukraine

Donald Trump, the US President, has some strong words for European leaders. He thinks they are not doing enough to handle big problems like migration and the war in Ukraine. In a chat with Politico, he said European countries are "weak" and not taking charge. He even suggested that the US might help

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Dec 09 2025POLITICS

Congress Takes Action Over Venezuela Strikes

Lawmakers in the U. S. are taking a stand. They want more details about military actions in Venezuela. They might cut travel funds for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth if he doesn't share unedited videos of strikes on boats. This is all part of a big defense bill. It's likely to pass soon. The bill i

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