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White House aides and people in President Donald Trump's greater political orbit were pleased to see Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) and Sen. John Thune elected to lead Republicans in the House and Senate, arguing the decision solidifies the GOP conference around Trump's plan to "take on the radical left." (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Trumpworld eager to ‘take on radical left’ with Republican minority leaders

Christian Datoc · November 11, 2026 9:14 am

Jared Kushner speaks during the coordination meeting before the trilateral talks between Russia and Ukraine.

Russia and Ukraine settle on large prisoner swap after no major developments from talks

A $100 bill is stacked on top of a Social Security card. (Getty Images)

December Supplemental Security direct payment up to $994 goes out in 20 days

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Americans across the political spectrum view MAGA as a ‘loser’: Poll

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Trump’s new immigration proposal could go further than 2018 DACA deal

A banner with a portrait of President Donald Trump is hung from the Department of Justice, Thursday, March 5, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

DOJ announces $1.776 billion ‘anti-weaponization’ fund for Biden lawfare victims

Kaelan Deese May 18, 2026 1:04 pm

Republican congressional candidate for Kentucky Ed Gallrein.

Who is Ed Gallrein? Navy SEAL and farmer who could oust Thomas Massie in Kentucky

Emily Hallas May 18, 2026 12:24 pm

Amy Kremer, founder and chair of Women for America First, speaks in Washington, at a rally in support of President Donald Trump on Jan. 6, 2021.

From effective altruists to MAGA: The odd origins of Humans First’s AI campaign

Rob Crilly May 18, 2026 11:45 am

Luigi Mangione, accused of fatally shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appears in Manhattan state court in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025.

Judge clears gun and diary for use as evidence in Luigi Mangione trial

Brady Knox May 18, 2026 11:24 am

A statue titled the "Authority of Law" sits in front of the Supreme Court on Friday, May 15, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)

Supreme Court tosses racial redistricting rulings in Mississippi and North Dakota

Jack Birle May 18, 2026 11:02 am

Long Island Rail Road workers, including locomotive engineer Karl Bischoff, center, picket outside Penn Station on the first day of a strike.

New Yorkers slammed by nightmare Monday morning commute thanks to LIRR strike

Molly Parks May 18, 2026 10:59 am

President Donald Trump.

Trump approval rating drops to 37% thanks to Iran and economic anxiety

Rena Rowe May 18, 2026 10:53 am

President Donald Trump gestures to reporters.

Trump moves to drop $10 billion IRS lawsuit as DOJ weighs weaponization victims fund

Kaelan Deese May 18, 2026 10:49 am

Nigerian military

US targets ISIS fighters in Nigeria with series of strikes

Brady Knox May 18, 2026 10:01 am

President Donald Trump waves to reporters as he walks to board Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House, Friday, May 8, 2026, in Washington.

White House plans to build helipad on the South Lawn

Brady Knox May 18, 2026 8:56 am

Rep. Thomas Massie leaves the U.S. Capitol after the last votes of the week on Friday, May 15, 2026.

What’s at stake in the Thomas Massie primary

W. James Antle III May 18, 2026 8:42 am

WarRoom podcast host Steve Bannon speaks during a Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) international summit at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Md. Feb. 19, 2025.

Conservative group urges Trump to test most powerful AI models before they’re released

Emily Hallas May 18, 2026 8:28 am