Independence Day Poll: Just Half of Dems Patriotic
The Fourth of July apparently isn’t worth celebrating for some Democrats, as half who responded in a recent poll said they don’t consider themselves patriotic, compared with 91% of Republicans.
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Judge to Jan. 6 Defendant: Pardon Isn’t a Refund
A federal judge on Wednesday rejected a bid by a Capitol riot defendant to recoup court-ordered restitution, ruling that President Donald Trump’s sweeping pardon does not entitle recipients to reclaim fines already paid, Mediaite reported.
Rep. Lawler Nears Decision on 2026 N.Y. Governor Bid
Rep. Mike Lawler, a Republican from New York’s 17th Congressional District, said Friday he is nearing a decision on whether he will run for governor, positioning himself as a potential challenger to Gov. Kathy Hochul, a Democrat, in 2026, The…
Planned Parenthood Vows to Sue Over Defunding Megabill
Planned Parenthood has vowed to sue the Trump administration over a provision in the “one, big, beautiful” bill that will defund the nonprofit for up to a year.
Microsoft Layoffs of 9K Stir Criticism of H-1B Visa Use
Microsoft’s layoffs of about 9,000 employees have sparked strong reactions online, with some social media users questioning the tech giant’s H-1B hirings, according to media reports.
Trump Invites All Lawmakers to Budget Bill Signing
President Donald Trump on Thursday said he will sign the Republicans’ recently passed tax-cut and spending bill on Friday, the Fourth of July Independence Day holiday, at 4 p.m. Eastern time, adding that all members of the House and Senate…
D.C. Archbishop Slams Trump Immigration Policies, OBBB
Cardinal Robert McElroy, archbishop of Washington, D.C., attacked President Donald Trump’s immigration policies this week, calling the administration’s enforcement crackdown “inhumane” and “morally repugnant.”
Biden Decries OBBB: “Not Only Reckless, It’s Cruel’
Former President Joe Biden ripped the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the signature piece of legislation of President Donal Trump’s second term that Congress passed this week and Trump is expected to sign Friday.
Treasury Secretary Bessent Not Ruling Out Fed Job
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent didn’t rule out becoming the next Federal Reserve chair when asked about a potential dual role on CNBC’s “Money Movers” on Thursday.
’60 Minutes’ Reporter Who Interviewed Kamala Upset by Settlement
The “60 Minutes” correspondent who interviewed Kamala Harris reportedly grew emotional at a staff meeting Wednesday held after Paramount agreed to pay $16 million to settle a lawsuit in which President Donald Trump alleged that the interview was deceptively edited…
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