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Politics archive — page 4 of 22, newest and highest-significance first.
President Trump was asked about the 'anti-weaponization' fund during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David. He said the fund, created after an IRS settlement, is now dead. NBC News reporter Gabe Gutierrez covered his remarks and noted disagreements over Todd Blanche's nomination as acting Attorney General.
Capital One says it closed the bank accounts of the Trump Organization after reviewing them for possible money‑laundering. The bank made this disclosure in 2021 while defending itself against a lawsuit that claimed the closure was illegal. Capital One says the decision was based on advice from anti‑money‑laundering experts, not on political or religious bias. This is the first time a major bank has publicly linked money‑laundering concerns to Donald Trump’s family business.
New York's attorney general sued Kalshi, saying its prediction market is illegal gambling. The state says Kalshi operates without a required license and ignores state gaming laws. Kalshi argues it is a federally regulated exchange and should not follow state rules. The lawsuit also claims the site puts New Yorkers, including those under 21, at financial risk.
Spain put up a floating barrier in Ceuta after many migrants crossed from Morocco. About 50,000 people arrived by land and sea from Thursday to Saturday. Spanish police and soldiers helped escort migrants to the border. The barrier aims to stop further crossings.
Thousands of migrants crossed from Morocco into Spain's North African city of Ceuta. The White House criticized Spain's left‑wing government, saying its migration policies caused the surge. Spain asked for emergency help, but the request was denied.
Michigan voters are choosing a Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate in a primary election. The race is seen as a key test of which candidate can win the swing state in November. Progressive Abdul El‑Sayed is campaigning with support from local supporters like retired firefighter Chad Green. Earlier, another Democrat, Mallory McMorrow, withdrew, leaving El‑Sayed as the main contender.
Haley Stevens is a congresswoman running for Senate in Michigan. People made fun of her accent online. This made a big issue in her election.
Extended interview: Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Trump's plan to deport Haitians
{"The writer says calling the 1861‑1865 conflict the 'Civil War' is a lie.","He argues the war was really a rebellion by slaveholders who wanted to keep slavery.","He proposes we should call it the 'Slaveholders' Rebellion' instead.","Using that name would help Americans face the true role of slavery in our history."}
President Donald Trump held a Cabinet meeting at the Camp David retreat in Maryland. The meeting covered topics such as Iran, Ukraine, Israel, immigration and other administration priorities. Officials said the gathering would be 'a lot of fun' and different from usual White House sessions. The meeting took place amid ongoing foreign policy challenges and domestic political discussions.
Residents of Muzaffarabad in Pakistan‑administered Kashmir refused to vote in the recent election. They joined a strike and boycotted the polls after security forces cracked down violently. The crackdown left several people dead and many injured. Election officials said turnout was very low because of the boycott.
Prosecutors have asked to drop the criminal case against former Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. They say the damage was caused by a faulty installation by the contractor, not by Hearn's actions. Hearn had pleaded not guilty to a felony vandalism charge after being accused of tugging at the pool's lining in June. The Justice Department filed a 20‑page document explaining that the rush to finish the pool before the America 250 events contribu
The United States and Saudi Arabia carried out joint airstrikes on Iran‑backed militia bases in Iraq. The strikes followed attacks by those militias. Saudi officials say they still prefer to reduce tensions with Iran despite the military action.
How Ken Martin is holding on as DNC chair — for now: From the Politics Desk
The US and Iran are fighting again. Iran attacked US forces in the Middle East. Anthony Fauci will answer questions about COVID-19 in the Senate.
A new bill called the Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act would give $60 each month to help people buy fruits and vegetables. The money would go to SNAP recipients and some middle‑class families. States would receive grants to run the program. It is a pilot, so it will be tested first.
The Hill says state corrections policy (rules for prisons) needs to improve beyond just repeating past practices. It argues the key question is not who manages prisons, but what results governors want from the system. The article calls for governors to set clear outcomes for prisons.
President Trump said he does not worry if Republicans lose control of Congress in the upcoming midterm elections. He would still like a big win, but he feels the outcome will not change his strength within the party. Trump believes he will remain powerful, or even stronger, in his last two years in office. He plans to use a supportive Republican Congress to act as a kingmaker and to test the limits of presidential power.
Tariffs are Trump’s favorite plaything – and his justifications are absurd | Steven Greenhouse
Adam O’Neal has resigned from his job as the opinion editor of The Washington Post. The opinion editor decides which opinion articles and columns are published in the newspaper. His resignation was reported by the New York Times Business section.
Abdul El-Sayed is running for the Democratic Senate nomination in Michigan. Francesca Hong is a leading Democratic gubernatorial candidate in Wisconsin. Both are seen as hard‑left or democratic socialist candidates. Veteran strategist James Carville warned that such far‑left wins could hurt the party nationally.
Some older Republicans who did not support Trump are now speaking against JD Vance. They say Vance talks too much about himself and is too close to commentator Tucker Carlson. These Republicans want to stop Vance from becoming Trump's chosen successor for 2028. The Wall Street Journal opinion page has published columns making these arguments.
President Trump visited Michigan. He said car companies are doing well because of tariffs. However, many people think this is not true. Some of his supporters are worried about the rising costs.
Al Jazeera reports that the Board of Peace has failed and should be abandoned. It says the Palestinian issue should be returned to the United Nations framework. The outlet adds that the issue must be anchored again in international law.
South Dakota Governor Seeking Full Term Clinches G.O.P. Nomination
Many candidates who want to be president are from the Democratic Party. Recently, some far-left (very left) candidates have become popular. This has caused a split in the party. Some Democrats like this new movement, but others do not.
Rep. Jared Huffman, a Democrat from California, wrote a book called "No Prophets: The Fight to Save Democracy From Christian Nationalism." In the book, he describes how Christian nationalist ideas have grown in the United States. He explains how this movement influences laws and elections. Huffman says the trend threatens religious freedom and democracy.
Abdul El-Sayed ran a hardline political campaign in the United States. His campaign showed how groups linked to Israel try to shape US politics and media. It revealed a network that works to influence public opinion about Israel. The story looks at this influence industry and the debate it creates.
President Trump criticized Senator John Cornyn for not supporting Todd Blanche’s nomination as acting Attorney General. Trump said Cornyn’s objection is tied to Trump’s proposed “anti‑weaponization” fund. Trump noted that Cornyn never raised concerns about the fund before Trump endorsed Cornyn’s primary challenger. The exchange shows a growing rift within the Republican Party.
Democratic strategist James Carville criticized far‑left Democrats for attacking each other. He said the infighting could repeat the mistakes that helped Republicans win in 2016. Carville compared today’s progressive primary challengers to those in 2016. He warned that division inside the party will hurt Democrats in the upcoming midterms.
Rosie O'Donnell told CNN that President Donald Trump will not live long enough to see the 2028 election. She said his demise is visible and pointed to unverified health claims. O'Donnell made the comment while discussing her promise to leave the U.S. until Trump leaves office.
Democrats believe they can win a congressional seat in Ohio that Republicans usually hold. This hope grew after new attention on abuse allegations against Republican Rep. Max Miller. The allegations involve his former wife, who is the daughter of Senator Bernie Moreno. Miller denies the abuse claims, but the controversy is making the race more competitive.
Indigenous groups held a protest in Buenos Aires. They opposed a bill proposed by President Javier Milei that would allow foreigners to buy rural land in Argentina. The protesters say the bill threatens their ancestral territories and the environment. The government argues the measure will attract investment and boost the economy.
{"Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir made a mocking comment about a Palestinian detainee.","He spoke about the conditions in the prison where the detainee is held.","Al Jazeera reported the incident."}
In May 2021, thousands of migrants crossed from Morocco into the Spanish city of Ceuta. The sudden arrival overwhelmed local authorities and sparked protests. Politicians blamed each other and used social media to spread claims about the crisis. The event intensified debates across Europe about how to manage migration.
Fourteen Israeli soldiers left their base at Sde Teiman without permission. They were caught and tried by a military court. The court sentenced them to time in military prison.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke with US President Donald Trump on Saturday. He told Trump he is worried about Trump's plan to launch big new attacks on Iran. The information comes from two US officials and another source who knows about the call. Trump is thinking about striking Iranian energy sites soon after Iran fired missiles at a US base in Jordan and kept blocking ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Amid U.S. funding cuts, the International AIDS Conference faces an uncertain future
Oil prices fall amid hope for U.S.-Iran diplomacy as strikes paused
Iran warned that any US attack on its energy sites could start a 'fire of war'. Iranian state media said Tehran has a retaliation plan ready. This warning came after US media reported that the US might strike Iranian energy facilities soon. Iranian officials said they would respond if civilians were targeted.
