Category: Politics

A new national survey found that Republicans, not just independents or Democrats, are losing support for Trump’s federal government management. The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll conducted November 6–10, 2025, found that 33% of U.S. adults approve of Trump’s government operations, down from 43% in March. This survey highlights Republican support decline….

Tim Kaine and seven Democratic senators supported a bipartisan deal to reopen the government after a record shutdown, making headlines. Kaine crossed party lines to relieve government, federal employee, and American pressure. The early October shutdown left federal agencies without funding, many services halted, and federal workers and aid recipients uncertain. Virginia has one of…

Former president Trump opposes Epstein document release by House Democrats. The floor vote petition has nearly 218 signatures. New Representative Adelita Grijalva may sign the last. Following weeks of delay, lawmakers want Epstein files released. Trump called the Epstein papers a “hoax” on social media and urged Republicans to oppose them. He said Democrats ignore…

It was the longest U.S. shutdown. Wednesday’s House bill ended it. Sign it, President Trump. Hundreds of thousands of federal workers were unpaid or on leave after 43 days of insufficient funds. Large national groups had to wait for or stop using vital services. Moreover, travelers were stuck. The House voted 222–209, mostly along party…

President Trump reignited debate by candidly stating that he would demolish the East Wing of the White House to build his private ballroom. Trump said in a recent interview that demolishing the historic section was unnecessary but justified it as part of the project’s vision. Last month, crews removed parts of the East Wing, a…

Former President Donald Trump hosted Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa at the White House on Monday, sparking political debate. First time in decades, US hosted Syrian leaders. The controversial HTS leader Sharaa fought in Iraq. At the meeting, Trump called Sharaa a “strong and resilient leader” and praised his Middle East peace efforts. Former president emphasized…

When Trump helped many Chinese students study in the US, his opponents raged. The Trump administration said they would admit Chinese students more strictly, angering and confusing supporters. Trump said in an interview that international students improve education and the economy. He also warned that restricting international students could hurt U.S. universities. “International students are…

Recently made health-care subsidies and insurance premiums have quietly set a political trap for many Americans. The current administration plans to end major subsidies that helped millions afford health care under the Affordable Care Act while raising premiums for others. More than a budget maneuver, it could change how voters view the next election and…

New polls show Chuck Schumer losing support. Senate Democratic leaders’ honor fell to a 30-year low. According to Harry Enten polls, Schumer has the lowest Democratic net approval rating since 1985 at -4 percent. Democrats dislike Schumer’s legislative talks. The Senate passed three long-term food aid and spending bills 60–40. Democrats prioritized Affordable Care Act…

The federal administration’s plan to reopen coastal offshore oil drilling was “dead on arrival,” said Gov. Gavin Newsom. The recently reviewed federal draft plan proposes six California coast offshore lease sales between 2027 and 2030, a major energy policy shift. Newsom addressed California-federal energy and environmental policy disputes. At a Brazilian climate summit, the governor…