Category: Politics

Trump’s proposal to offer millions of Americans $2,000 “tariff dividend” checks has sparked Republican outrage. Some officials believe the plan will return funds to the public and demonstrate tariff benefits, but others dispute its viability given the nation’s growing debt. Wisconsin Senator Ron Johnson questioned the concept due to nationwide budget restrictions. The U.S. cannot…

Former Gov. Jim McGreevey and Councilman James Solomon debated Tuesday night in a fast-paced televised discussion that emphasized Jersey City’s most pressing issues with one week until voters choose their next mayor. In the Nov. 4 election, neither candidate won a majority, and the two contenders had very different opinions on affordability, education, immigration, and…

As politicians and health groups argue its policy changes contradict former President Donald Trump’s promise to “Make America Healthy Again,” the Environmental Protection Agency is under fire. After the EPA approved two new pesticides with recognized health risks this week, the debate heated up. Cyclobutrifluram and isocycloseram insecticides were approved lately. These items are for…

Former MSNBC host Joy Reid outlined a “MAGA fairytale” this week, a dramatic scenario she believes Vice President JD Vance must follow to win over the most loyal supporters of former President Donald Trump before a possible 2028 presidential run. Reid said on the “I’ve Had It” show that Vance would struggle to follow Trump…

The painful government shutdown until mid-November transformed Washington politics. Many believe Republicans are doing worse than Democrats. Political data analyst Harry Enten thinks the closure hampered the federal government and public opinion, which could damage the next election. In the weeks after the shutdown ended on November 12, President Trump had some of his lowest…

President Donald Trump criticized numerous Democrats during the White House turkey pardon on Tuesday. Trump retold old battles, disputed President Joe Biden’s policies, and joked mercilessly about his lifelong political opponents during the holidays. Trump pardoned Gobble and Waddle turkeys at the ceremony. He said Biden’s 2024 turkey pardons were autopen-approved rather than signed after…

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is trying to quell the buzz about President Donald Trump’s recent public strike at him. At a recent Washington event, the president joked that he would “fire” Bessent if interest rates don’t drop soon, drawing national attention. Bessent said it was just out-of-context humor. Trump attended the Saudi Investment Forum at…

Conservative activist Scott Presler’s accusation shook New Jersey’s politics. After Mikie Sherrill’s November 4 gubernatorial win, Presler warned Republicans are abandoning the state. Presler posted an Instagram photo of a couple happily moving from New Jersey to Pennsylvania, suggesting a Republican exodus. No evidence was presented by Early Vote Action PAC founder Presler. He boldly…

New Jersey City— The downtown Elizabeth Ritz Theatre, formerly a popular performing arts venue, is now a great spot for all ages. From Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra to Rihanna, the theater has shaped culture for 99 years. George Castro II and IV run the Ritz Theatre. Events go beyond music. “We see the Ritz…

The Pentagon reviewed Senator Mark Kelly, a veteran Navy captain and Democratic senator, over a social media video addressing military personnel, drawing considerable criticism of the Trump administration. Political analysts, lawmakers, and the public have slammed the decision, questioning government authority and free expression. Senator Kelly and five other Democrats posted a video last week…