Supreme Court Allows Trump Mail Voting Order to Proceed
The Supreme Court on Monday, August 24, cleared the way for President Donald Trump’s executive order restricting mail-in voting to move forward, though the extent of its implementation before the upcoming midterm elections remains uncertain. This decision may still allow for further legal challenges that could delay the order’s full effect. The U.S. Postal Service […]
SCOTUS allows Trump mail-in voting order to proceed
The Supreme Court on Monday afternoon, August 24, cleared the way for the Trump administration to begin implementing an executive order that imposes restrictions on mail-in voting. The court paused an injunction issued by a federal judge in Boston, which had previously prevented the federal government from applying provisions of the executive order in the […]
SC Republicans Vote in Senate Primary Runoff
South Carolina Republicans are heading to the polls today, August 25, for a special U.S. Senate primary runoff election. This marks the fourth time since June that Republicans in the state have voted to select a candidate for the fall general election ballot. The runoff will determine who replaces the late U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, […]
Election Deniers Seek Key US Offices in November
As the November 2026 general election approaches, a notable number of Republican candidates who have questioned or denied the legitimacy of the 2020 US presidential election are vying for significant statewide offices across the country. These candidates are running for governor and secretary of state positions in several swing states, roles that hold considerable influence […]
Jeffries’ Private Kushner Meeting Draws Criticism
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries met privately with Jared Kushner, former senior West Wing adviser and President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, in recent weeks. This meeting has drawn criticism from some Democrats as the November midterm elections approach. The discussion between Jeffries and Kushner reportedly focused on potential areas of common ground, including housing, immigration, and […]
Ex-Anchorage Mayor Endorses Sen. Dan Sullivan
A former mayor of Anchorage, Dan A. Sullivan, publicly endorsed incumbent Senator Dan S. Sullivan on August 18, urging Alaskans to vote for the senator in the upcoming US Senate election. This endorsement adds a new element to an unusual campaign featuring three candidates named Dan Sullivan. Senator Dan S. Sullivan is seeking a third […]
US to revoke visas of 200K asylum seekers
The U.S. government is preparing for what could be the largest mass revocation of visas in the nation’s history, potentially affecting up to 200,000 foreign nationals who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum in the United States. This development, anticipated to be announced by the State Department in the coming weeks, focuses on […]
House Democratic Leader Jeffries Meets with Jared Kushner
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries met with Jared Kushner, President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, in recent weeks. This meeting, confirmed by a person familiar with the discussion, suggests that individuals close to the president may be anticipating a shift in congressional control, with at least one chamber potentially flipping to Democratic hands as the midterm elections […]
Senate OKs August Recess, Sidelines SAVE America Act
The United States Senate unanimously agreed to an August recess, with all 100 senators consenting to depart Washington at 4:57 a.m. ET on Saturday, August 8, 2026. This decision effectively sidelined the SAVE America Act, a key legislative priority for President Donald Trump and some conservatives, which calls for voter identification and proof of citizenship […]
Trump Admin: US-Canada Trade War ‘Devastating’
The Trump administration has indicated that a trade war with the United States would be devastating for Canada. This assessment comes as trade tensions between the two nations continue to escalate, with reciprocal tariffs becoming a point of contention. On August 23, 2026, the issue gained renewed attention following statements from the Trump administration. Canadian […]