Border Patrol clashed with protesters in Chicago’s Little Village, drawing criticism after pepper spray harmed bystanders amid new limits on agent force.
Trump halts SNAP aid during the record 40-day shutdown, impacting 42M Americans as legal battles delay relief and holiday hardship looms.
Michael Whatley’s Senate campaign received over $40,000 from individuals linked to Veterans Guardian, a firm accused of exploiting veterans.
Thousands of military families are bracing for a potential crisis as uncertainty looms over federal food assistance. Two judges on Friday ordered the Trump administration to draw on $5.3 billion in emergency funds to cover part of the November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits — but that total falls
Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger, running for Virginia governor, emphasizes her dual role as a dedicated mother and politician.
Virginia lieutenant governor candidate John Reid praised Confederate generals as “remarkable” and likened critics to the Taliban, sparking controversy.
New Jersey governor candidate Jack Ciattarelli opposes birthright citizenship, a policy that once benefited his own family, amid a Supreme Court case challenging it.
NYC’s gifted program for kindergartners faces scrutiny over equity and effectiveness. Experts question early testing.
Maine Sen. Susan Collins claims to oppose the OBBB Act, yet admits to authoring a provision, sparking controversy and potential challenges.
New Jersey governor candidate Jack Ciattarelli vows to combat crime, yet his donors include alleged mobsters and fraudsters, raising concerns.
New York Rep. Mike Lawler broke a campaign pledge by raising money for an anti-abortion group, sparking controversy over his stance on reproductive rights.
Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks opposes extending ACA subsidies, risking higher premiums for Iowans. Democrats demand action to avert a shutdown.
