July 16, 2025

Trump releases half of National Guard troops in LA

The Trump administration is reportedly releasing around 2,000 members of the California National Guard who were deployed to Los Angeles earlier this year. The Department of Defense (DOD) announced on Tuesday, July 15, that the decision follows a successful mission. Troops recalled That number represents about half of the troops deployed to LA last month […]

July 16, 2025

Trump might try new angle to force out Fed chair Powell

President Donald Trump appears to have adopted a new strategy in trying to force Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to resign before his term ends next year. Trump is now criticizing Powell over what he believes is the exorbitant cost of renovations at the Federal Reserve headquarters in Washington. “When you spend $2.5 billion on, […]

July 16, 2025

Vice President Vance breaks Senate tie on $9B spending rollback

The Senate voted Tuesday, July 15, to advance a $9 billion rescissions bill backed by President Donald Trump. The legislation would cancel previously approved funding for foreign aid and public broadcasting. It passed 51-50, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. Three Republicans — Sens. Susan Collins of Maine, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, […]

July 16, 2025

Trump says Bondi should release ‘credible’ Epstein files

President Donald Trump said Attorney General Pam Bondi should release “whatever she thinks is credible” regarding the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. His remarks, made on Tuesday, July 15, while speaking to reporters, came as Bondi faces growing criticism from Republican lawmakers and Trump supporters over her handling of the case. Trump also said he received a […]

July 16, 2025

Trump administration asking for voter rolls and to inspect equipment: Report

The Trump administration and its associates are allegedly seeking access to voter data and physical inspections of election equipment. The request is raising concerns among local and state election officials over potential interference in the 2026 midterms. The Washington Post first reported the story on Wednesday, July 16. ‘Most unusual activity’ in Colorado The Post […]

July 15, 2025

‘In it to win it’: Cuomo announces independent run for NYC mayoral race

Weeks after losing New York’s Democratic mayoral primary, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced he is now running as an independent. He made the announcement Monday, July 14, in a campaign video posted on X. In the video, Cuomo apologizes to his supporters and promises that he will be “hitting the streets” to meet with New […]

July 15, 2025

MLB’s Home Run Derby features 7 first-timers, led by favorite Cal Raleigh

Major League Baseball’s Home Run Derby has become one of the biggest stand-alone exhibitions on the sports calendar. Monday night, July 14, at Truist Park in suburban Atlanta will be no different, with several players looking to make a name for themselves by smashing the baseball. Which players are making history at the All-Star break? […]

July 15, 2025

Study: More children turning to chatbots for friendship, therapy and more

A new report found a growing number of children using AI chatbots for help with things like homework, therapy and friendship. The report from Internet Matters warns that adolescents are using chatbots not designed for them. Chatbot usage increases For their report titled “Me, myself, and AI: Understanding and safeguarding children’s use of AI chatbots,” […]

July 15, 2025

How Trump’s new budget cuts could endanger the 2026 federal budget

Senate Republicans hope to approve a $9.4 billion rescissions package this week that will rescind $8.3 billion from foreign aid programs and $1.1 billion from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. If the bill is passed, it will have serious implications for government funding this year and next, as Democrats say the package could erode their […]

July 15, 2025

‘Stunning failures’: Report faults Secret Service in Trump assassination attempt

A series of “stunning failures” by the Secret Service nearly cost President Donald Trump his life in an attempted assassination last year, a new Senate report concludes. The report also accuses former agency officials of lying to Congress about Trump’s protection during the 2024 presidential campaign. However, some of the failures — and alleged lies […]