NC Rep. Jarrod Lowery joins Trump administration
Summary NC Rep. Jarrod Lowery joined the Trump administration in October. Lowery has represented Robeson County since January 2023. He is a member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. Lowery told McClatchy on Tuesday that he would be a senior adviser…
Raytheon to provide air missiles to Pakistan via USAF
Summary US to supply Pakistan advanced air-to-air missiles. Raytheon contract modified for missile production through 2030. Pakistan was included among 30+ allied nations in the missile deal. The change, which the US Department of War announced on…
Pam Bondi faces Senate fire over DOJ conduct
Summary Pam Bondi faced tough questioning by the Senate Tuesday. Senators accused her of politicizing the Justice Department. Concerns raised about targeting Trump’s perceived enemies. Since becoming the country’s top law enforcement officer,…
Youth support collapse hits Democrats in 2024
Summary Youth support for Democrats collapsed in the 2024 election. The party lost trust due to economic and inflation concerns. Biden’s age and perceived dishonesty hurt youth appeal. Last year, as Donald Trump finished his political comeback, a number…
Insurrection act of 1807: Trump’s legal authority
The Insurrection Act of 1807 is a significant piece of United States federal legislation that grants the president the authority to deploy the U.S. military domestically in specific circumstances. Its origins lie in the early years of the republic,…
Chicago marathon 2025: Dates, route and qualification
The Chicago Marathon is one of the most prestigious and well-attended marathon events in the world. First held in 1977 as the Mayor Daley Marathon, it quickly grew into a major athletic event, drawing thousands of runners and spectators in its inaugural…
Retail Investors and Private Markets: Risks Loom for Institutional Players
The surge of retail investors rushing into private markets has become a significant talking point among institutional investors and industry experts alike. Historically reserved for large institutions like pension funds, endowments, and sovereign wealth…
Trump says young Americans ‘owe him’ for saving TikTok
Summary President Trump said young Americans “owe him big” for saving TikTok. Signed executive order allowing TikTok’s U.S. sale to American group. Deal valued around $14 billion with Oracle, Michael Dell involvement. The President…
White House clarifies Trump’s federal layoff remarks
Summary White House retracts Trump’s claim of current federal layoffs. Trump previously said government employees were being laid off “right now.” Officials warn layoffs could occur if shutdown continues. The Trump administration was…
Greene County Attorney Thomas Laehn enters Senate race
Summary Greene County Attorney Dr. Thomas Laehn enters the Iowa Senate race. Runs as a Libertarian for Joni Ernst’s seat. First Libertarian elected to partisan office in Iowa. As of right now, Laehn is the first Libertarian elected to government in Iowa.…