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Emboldened by recent wins, the party sets sights on midterm elections
Trump's grip on Congress wavers as lawmakers defy White House
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisCensure threats, cartel violence, and Epstein fallout roil the nation's capital
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisLabor Secretary's Husband Banned, Iran Tensions Rise, and Questions Over Trump's Control
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisThe US men's hockey team wins its first Olympic gold since 1980, while JPMorgan closes Trump's accounts and Amazon surpasses Walmart in sales.
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisA House Democrat advocates for diplomacy with Iran, an 89-year-old volunteer shines at the Olympics, and US trade officials note a shift in GOP lawmakers' views on tariffs.
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisPresident Trump's week was marked by controversy and intrigue, with announcements on UFOs and alien life, a lawsuit over a planned monument, and a campaign ad featuring profanity aimed at him.
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisA tumultuous week for the Trump administration saw Prince Andrew's arrest, renewed Iran nuclear talks, and a war on truth, as the president faces criticism for promoting fake history and science.
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisA series of high-profile controversies and scandals have dominated the headlines in recent days, with figures from the worlds of sports, politics, and healthcare finding themselves at the center of attention.
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisA series of recent events has sparked debate about whether powerful men are finally being held accountable for their actions, from the arrest of Prince Andrew to a shooting at Mar-a-Lago.
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisThe Trump administration is grappling with a surge in anti-ICE student protests, a court ruling on tariff refunds, and escalating tensions with Iran, as the president seeks to maintain leverage in trade negotiations and
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisUS Hockey Triumph, Russian Warplanes, Celebrity Death, Car Recall, and Infrastructure Reform
Feb 22, 2026
Read Analysis** President Trump's warning to Iran that the nation will face an "unfortunate" outcome if an agreement on its nuclear programs is not reached soon has added to the growing tensions between the two
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisThe Trump administration experienced a mixed bag of outcomes on Friday, with the Kentucky Supreme Court striking down a charter schools law, while the White House celebrated the approval to rename Palm Beach airport
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisAdministration scrambles to rebuild trade policy as historic tax refunds loom
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisContrasting Accounts Emerge on Tariff Refunds, Student Loan Debt, and Security Incidents
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisGlobal tensions rise as Trump's tariffs are struck down and Democrats prepare for State of the Union address
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisImmigration crackdown, war on science, and trade wars take center stage
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisIce hockey final takes center stage while international relations heat up
Feb 22, 2026
Read AnalysisEpstein survivors speak out, Fetterman praises Trump, and Schumer hails Supreme Court ruling
Feb 22, 2026
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