Voters across the country decide on state ballot measures

While many states voted on abortion measures and immigration initiatives, several blue states passed tougher crime measures. “You’re allowed to rob a store as long as it’s not more than $950. Has everyone ever heard of that?,” President-elect Donald Trump said at a press conference in Bedminster, New Jersey, in August. “You can rob a […]

Dem Ruben Gallego Wins Arizona US Senate Race Against GOP’s Kari Lake

Democrat Ruben Gallego has been elected Arizona’s first Latino U.S. senator, defeating Republican Kari Lake and preventing Republicans from further padding their Senate majority.Gallego’s victory continues a string of Democratic successes for the Senate in a state that was…[#item_full_content]

Trump MSG Comedian: ‘I Apologize to Absolutely Nobody’

Tony Hinchcliffe, the comedian who raised eyebrows with jokes about Puerto Rico at President-elect Donald Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally, says he won’t be apologizing for his controversial comments anytime soon.[#item_full_content]

Supreme Court Declines to Hear Jan. 6 Rioter Appeal

The Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from John Nassif of Florida after being convicted in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Nassif argued that a law banning “parading, picketing, and demonstrating” inside the Capitol violated his First Amendment rights.[#item_full_content]

Exxon Says Trump Should Keep US in Paris Agreement

Exxon Mobil CEO Darren Woods said that President-elect Donald Trump should not proceed with withdrawing the U.S. from the Paris Agreement, claiming such a move would create too much uncertainly for businesses, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday.[#item_full_content]

Trump picks former intel director John Ratcliffe to head the CIA

John Ratcliffe, who served as President-elect Trump’s principal intelligence advisor during his first presidential term, will serve as the director of the Central Intelligence Agency when Trump moves back into the White House.   Ratcliffe is one of several appointees announced in the past week who will fill key positions during Trump’s second term.  “From […]

William McGinley tapped as Trump’s White House Counsel

William McGinley is returning to the Trump White House to serve as his White House Counsel, President-elect Trump announced. “I am pleased to announce that William Joseph McGinley will serve as my White House Counsel,” the appointment announcement noted. “Bill is a smart and tenacious lawyer who will help me advance our America First agenda […]