U.S. Politics
Federal Marijuana Decriminalization Was Opposed by These Two Democrats
Democratic Representatives Henry Cuellar of Texas and Chris Pappas of New Hampshire joined the majority of GOP House members in opposing the legislation.
McConnell Says He Only Cares About Winning, Fine With Pro-Trump Republicans
"How you feel about former President Trump is irrelevant," the GOP Senate minority leader said in an interview this week.
Kids Can Now Play Alone Outside Without State Punishing Parents
The law ensures that it isn't an offense if a "reasonable and prudent" parent allows their child to engage in independent activities like traveling to school.
Trump Tells Gay Supporter 'You Don't Look Gay' at Mar-a-Lago Fundraiser
His statement is something often seen as offensive by those in the LGBTQ+ community, but the remark drew laughter from the crowd.
Trump Says He 'Built Up' Oil Reserve But Barrel Count Fell During His Admin
The former president attacked what he described as President Joe Biden's "futile attempt to reduce oil and gasoline prices."
'Say Gay' Billboards Launch Across Country Opposing Anti-LGBTQ Bills
The billboards were launched in time for Transgender Day of Visibility, March 31. "It's OK to say gay. It's more than OK. It's encouraged," Ally Sammarco said.
GOP Senators From Madison Cawthorn's State Won't Back His Re-Election Bid
North Carolina's Republican Senators Thom Tillis and Richard Burr criticized their fellow GOP lawmaker, with Burr calling Cawthorn "an embarrassment."
Fox News Touts Caitlyn Jenner as an 'Inspiration,' Announces She's Hired
Fox News CEO Suzanne Scott praised the former Olympic athlete as "a trailblazer in the LGBTQ+ community."
Trump Ignores Backlash Over Asking Putin for Dirt on Hunter Biden
Trump is facing criticism after he called on Russian President Vladimir Putin to release any information he has on Hunter Biden's alleged business dealings.
Madison Cawthorn 'Has Not Retracted' Orgy Claims: Trump Ally Roger Stone
"Why would anyone believe anything said by RINO Kevin McCarthy?" Stone asked his Telegram followers.
Piers Morgan Compares 'Squeaky Voice' AOC to Meghan Markle
Piers Morgan said Joe Biden's fortunes could only get worse if he embraced Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Meghan Markle.
Madison Cawthorn Admits to Kevin McCarthy Orgy Claim Was 'Exaggerated'
Representative Kevin McCarthy made his remarks following a meeting with the North Carolina representative.
Madison Cawthorn Meets With McCarthy, Scalise Amid Wild Allegations
Wednesday's meeting comes after Cawthorn made comments about allegedly being invited to orgies in Washington D.C.
'Sadistic and Misogynist' Redistricting Spurs Longtime Lawmaker to Drop Bid
Kentucky Democratic State Representative Mary Lou Marzianhas represented her state district for nearly 30 years.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Backs Will Smith 'Alpha Male Response' to Chris Rock
Several lawmakers tweeted their response to the altercation.
Tracy Letts Talks About 'The Minutes,' His New Comedy of Menace on Broadway
After a two-year delay, "The Minutes" is set to debut on Broadway, and actor-playwright Letts talked to Newsweek about how the play has changed with the times.
Fox News Host Confronts Rick Scott Over Proposed Tax Hike in Election Year
When the GOP senator claimed John Roberts was using a "Democrat talking point," the Fox News host pushed back, saying, "No, no, it's in the plan."
Biden Should Not Have 'Walked Back' Putin Remark: Ex-Obama Official
Jeh Johnson said the president's remark that Putin "cannot remain in power" was "a statement a fact" and that "virtually everyone agrees."
Cawthorn Says D.C. Elite Invited Him to 'Orgy,' Did Cocaine in Front of Him
The Republican congressman complained about the "sexual perversion" in the nation's Capitol and suggested the Netflix show House of Cards is largely accurate.
Ginni Thomas 'Must Be Subpoenaed' by Jan. 6 Committee: Glenn Kirschner
The former U.S. Army prosecutor also said she "needs to be investigated by the Department of Justice."
Death Penalty for Abortions Becomes Pivotal Issue in GOP Runoff in Texas
Two GOP candidates sparred over legislation that could make abortion a capital offense.
GOP Leaders Slam Biden's 'War-Triggering' Language Toward Russia
Republican Senator Jim Risch said the president made a "horrendous gaffe" during his speech in Poland Saturday.
Over Half of Americans Say US Will Be—or Is—at War With Russia: Poll
Only 28 percent said that they have "a great deal" or "quite a bit" of confidence in President Joe Biden's response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Ketanji Brown Jackson Was 'Disrespectful' to GOP Senators: Trump
"She had total disdain and even hatred for them," the former president said Saturday.
Trump's Georgia Rally Sees 'Smallest Crowd' in State Since 2016: Reporters
A local journalist estimated the crowd numbered "no more than 5,000," but a Trump spokesperson insisted it was far larger.
Trump Rally in Georgia Helps Stacey Abrams With Fundraising Appeal
"Trump said a lot about himself but very little about Georgians," the Democratic gubernatorial candidate wrote in a fundraising email after the rally.
Jeff Fortenberry Resigning After Convictions and Urging From GOP Leaders
The congressman was found guilty of lying to federal investigators about a $30,000 donation from a Nigerian billionaire.
Trump Leads Biden by 10 Points in Nevada After Losing There in 2020: Poll
The state has gone blue for Democrats in every presidential election since 2008.
Calls for Clarence Thomas Recusal Intensify in Wake of Wife's 1/6 Texts
"This does raise real questions about the need for Justice Thomas to recuse from future cases related to the Jan. 6 insurrection," said a conservative legal expert.
Trump Heads to Georgia—Where Grand Jury on 2020 Election Pressure Looms
The Fulton County DA continues to investigate the former president's effort to pressure officials to overturn the state's 2020 election results.