Trump extends US-China trade truce by 3 months
Summary Trump extends US-China trade truce for 90 days. Tariffs remain at 30% US, 10% China. Moves prevent new tariff hikes on imports. Talks continue on trade and security issues. Possible future summit with Xi Jinping discussed. The extension, until…
Don Tracy enters race for Durbin’s Senate seat
Summary Don Tracy, former Illinois GOP Chair, announced Senate bid. Running for the seat vacated by Democrat Dick Durbin. Focuses on fighting for small businesses, working families. Emphasizes representing all Illinois, not just Chicago. Facing four…
White House to host UFC event for US 250th anniversary
Summary White House to host UFC fight on July 4, 2026. The event celebrates the 250th anniversary of US independence. UFC CEO Dana White confirmed the fight on South Lawn. Up to 25,000 spectators expected; fight live on CBS. Trump and daughter Ivanka are…
Defense Leaders Recognize Cyber Interns for Contributions to National Security
In a significant acknowledgement of the next generation’s role in safeguarding the nation, senior leaders from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) convened at the Pentagon on August 4, 2025, to honor top-performing student interns from the Virtual…
US Small-Business Optimism Rises to Five-Month High on Economy
Small-business optimism in the United States climbed in September 2025 to its highest level in five months, signaling growing confidence among entrepreneurs despite ongoing economic challenges. The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)…
John Braun to challenge Rep. Perez in 2026 midterms
Summary John Braun announces 2026 congressional run. Will challenge Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez. Emphasizes conservative values and fiscal responsibility. The district is swing, won recently by Democrat. The GOP aims to flip the seat. As a…
Jake Ryan backs term limits for Congress in 2026 bid
Summary Jake Ryan signs USTL term limit pledge. Supports congressional term limit amendment effort. Promotes citizen legislators, opposes career politicians. Aligns with U.S. Term Limits movement goals. Focuses on integrity and transparency for Oregon.…
GOP Bill may cut food aid for 3 Million Americans
Summary One Big Beautiful Bill cuts SNAP by $186 billion. Nearly 3 million Americans lose SNAP benefits. Benefit increases capped to inflation, limiting growth. More work and state cost-sharing requirements set. Families will receive less food assistance…
Sherrod Brown expected to run for Senate again in Ohio
Summary Sherrod Brown to run Ohio Senate 2026. Lost 2024 race to Republican Moreno. Will challenge incumbent Senator Jon Husted. Key Democratic candidate to gain Senate seat. An important race for control of the Senate next year. Although Brown…
U.S. budget deficit rises 20% despite record tariff income
Summary The US July 2025 budget deficit rose 20%. Tariff revenues increased customs duty to $21 billion. Receipts grew 2%, outlays increased 10%. Spending outpaced revenue, driving the deficit higher. Fiscal year deficit reached $1.629 trillion YTD. The…