Hakeem Jeffries, the House minority leader, is facing a tough situation. Just days after a big win for Democrats, he was grilled by reporters about Senate Democrats who joined Republicans to end a government shutdown. They asked if he was disappointed and if Chuck Schumer should stay as Senate Democratic leader. Jeffries stayed calm and focused on the "Republican hea...
In a recent interview, Vice President JD Vance shared his thoughts on hiring foreign workers, which seemed to differ from President Donald Trump's stance. Vance believes that the U. S. should focus on helping the blue-collar workers already living in the country, rather than bringing in more workers from abroad. He thinks that using technology can make these workers...
Over 250 Venezuelans, sent to El Salvador from the US, faced terrible treatment. They were beaten, starved, and even sexually assaulted. This happened in a big detention center called Cecot. The conditions there were very bad. The prisoners were kept in secret, given little food, and treated badly. The US government under Trump knew about these problems. They sent t...
Many people dream of living in the US, but some who already live there choose to leave. Here's a look at why some well-known figures decided to move away. Sophie Turner, for example, moved back to London after her divorce. She said she felt unhappy in the US due to gun violence and other issues. She felt like she couldn't be herself there. Rosie O'Donnell also left...
In Brazil, California's Governor Gavin Newsom made waves at the UN climate talks. He criticized the U. S. for skipping the event, calling it a big mistake. Newsom, who might run for president in 2028, was the most senior U. S. official there. He said the U. S. is missing out on big opportunities by not taking climate change seriously. Newsom pointed out that while t...
California Governor Gavin Newsom is making waves at the COP30 summit in Belem, Brazil. He's there to show that California is serious about fighting climate change, even if the U. S. government isn't. Newsom is meeting with leaders from around the world to talk about green technology and climate policy. California is a big deal. It's not just a state; it's the world'...
A year after a crushing defeat, Democrats are making a comeback. They're winning big in key states, showing they're not the same old party. But can they keep this momentum going? It's been a tough year for Democrats. After losing big in 2024, they've been trying to figure out what went wrong. But lately, they've been winning. In Virginia, Abigail Spanberger became t...
California has taken a significant step to reshape its political landscape. Voters in the state have approved a measure to redraw voting districts, aiming to boost Democrats' chances in the upcoming midterm elections. This move is seen as a response to similar efforts by Republican-led states, creating a national tug-of-war over congressional control. With over 70% ...
Democrats are digging in their heels after recent election wins. They're not backing down from their fight with Republicans over healthcare. Senator Bernie Sanders led the charge, warning Democrats not to give in without a real win on healthcare. He even had polling data to back up his claims. Voters would not be happy if Democrats gave up without getting anything in...
Democrats celebrated a series of wins in recent elections, marking a positive start to Trump's second term. New faces like Zohran Mamdani, the youngest mayor-elect of New York City, brought fresh energy to the party. Victories in New Jersey, New York, and Virginia showed Democrats can still attract voters, even in states that lean their way. The wins were not just a...