Quantus Poll: Trump-Backed Rival Leads Rep. Massie in Ky.
Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., long a thorn in President Donald Trump’s side, is trailing a Trump-backed challenger ahead of Kentucky’s May 19 Republican primary, a Quantus Insights poll released Wednesday found.[#item_full_content]
Saudi Arabia Worried Over US Commitment, Hesitates to Join Anti-Iran Coalition
The emerging coalition among the U.S., Israel, and several Gulf Arab states against Iran is facing a growing challenge: the reluctance of Saudi Arabia to fully commit to a forceful regional strategy aimed at containing Tehran.[#item_full_content]
Matthew Perry Drug Middleman Jailed for Two Years
A middleman who helped provide “Friends” actor Matthew Perry with the drugs that killed him was jailed in California on Wednesday.Erik Fleming became the fourth of five people to be sentenced in connection with the death of the Canadian star, who was found unresponsive in…[#item_full_content]
Sen. Rick Scott: Deliver ‘Final Blow’ to Iran Regime
Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., said in an opinion piece published Wednesday that the time has come to bring down Iran’s government, arguing the United States cannot allow Tehran to continue pursuing nuclear weapons or supporting terrorist groups across the Middle East.[#item_full_content]
Arrest of gang member convicted of murder puts Dem state’s sanctuary policies on blast
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) worked with local authorities to foil California’s sanctuary city policies and took into custody a gang member from Mexico who concluded a 12-year prison sentence for second-degree murder. Local law enforcement in southern California turned over to federal agents the Sureños-13 gang member outside the John J. Benoit Detention Center […]
Lawmakers clash over Trump gas tax holiday as Iran war drives prices higher
Capitol Hill lawmakers are clashing over President Donald Trump’s proposal to suspend the federal gas tax as prices climb past $4 a gallon amid the conflict with Iran. Democrats are urging the president to “end the war,” while Republicans are split on whether the plan would deliver real relief. “He’s got to bring this war […]
Texas Hemp Battle Expands After Court Ruling
Smokable hemp products are temporarily back on Texas store shelves after a rapid-fire series of court rulings in a widening legal battle that could reshape the state’s entire hemp industry.[#item_full_content]
Gov. Kemp Orders Special Session on Ga. Voting Maps
Gov. Brian Kemp on Wednesday called Georgia lawmakers back to the Capitol for a June 17 special session to address the state’s voting system and redraw political maps following a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act.[#item_full_content]
Traders Bet Trump Could Roll Out Major Policy Moves During China Trip
Traders on prediction markets are increasingly betting that President Donald Trump will unveil major policy or trade announcements during his trip to China this week, CNBC reported Tuesday.CNBC said activity has surged on prediction-market platforms such as Kalshi and…[#item_full_content]
Rep. Kiley Pushes Redistricting Ban
Rep. Kevin Kiley, I-Calif., is attempting to force a House vote on legislation that would ban states from redrawing congressional districts mid-decade, arguing the practice is fueling partisan escalation and instability.[#item_full_content]
