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Former President Barack Obama’s familiar tone of admonition is no longer resonating with key segments of the Democratic base, according to CNN contributor and journalist Lulu Garcia-Navarro. Speaking during a panel on CNN’s The Arena Monday, Garcia-Navarro responded to Obama’s recent comments at a closed-door fundraiser, saying his message came across as “scoldy” and out …

President Donald Trump made an unannounced appearance at the FIFA World Cup trophy ceremony on Sunday, joining FIFA President Gianni Infantino at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey as Chelsea claimed victory over Paris Saint-Germain. Trump was seen watching the match from a VIP suite alongside Infantino before both men walked onto the field post-match to …

FBI Director Kash Patel issued a firm denial on Saturday regarding renewed speculation surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein case, asserting that persistent conspiracy theories are unfounded. Patel’s statement followed the Department of Justice’s recent announcement concluding that there is no evidence Epstein maintained a client list, blackmailed powerful individuals, or was murdered. “The conspiracy theories just …

The White House released a commemorative video early Sunday marking the one-year anniversary of the failed assassination attempt on then-presidential candidate Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The video highlights key moments from Trump’s life and presidency, emphasizing his resilience in the face of adversity. Titled with a message of defiance, the …

The State Department has begun implementing large-scale layoffs following a Supreme Court decision earlier this week that cleared the way for President Donald Trump’s executive order to move forward. The decision allows federal agencies to enact sweeping workforce reductions, a core element of Trump’s government reorganization agenda. According to a memo obtained by the Daily …

Democratic Texas Representative Jasmine Crockett claimed Thursday that cutting foreign aid — specifically through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) — could pave the way for another 9/11-style terror attack. The remark came during an interview on the Let’s Be Clear podcast, where she argued that diplomatic programs like USAID play a crucial role …

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson is facing renewed scrutiny after her latest dissent sharply diverged not only from the Court’s conservative majority, but also from her liberal colleagues. The case in question — which upheld the Trump administration’s authority to begin planning large-scale reductions in the federal workforce — ended in an 8-1 decision, …

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer is signaling a possible partial government shutdown if Republicans proceed with a $9.4 billion rescission package backed by President Donald Trump. The package includes $1.1 billion in cuts to public broadcasting and $8.3 billion in foreign aid. The Senate is expected to vote on the measure ahead of a July …

Three high school girls in Oregon have filed a federal lawsuit challenging the state’s policy that allows transgender-identifying males to compete in girls’ sports. The lawsuit, backed by the America First Policy Institute (AFPI), argues that the policy violates Title IX, the federal law intended to ensure equal athletic opportunities for female students. The plaintiffs, …

Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani has surged to a double-digit lead in New York City’s mayoral race, according to a new Slingshot Strategies survey, placing incumbent Mayor Eric Adams in a distant fourth place. Conducted between July 2 and July 6, the survey shows Mamdani at 35%, followed by former Governor Andrew Cuomo at 25%, Republican …