Politics

Democratic governors showcase leadership and affordability messages while preparing for 2026 and 2028 elections, countering Trump administration influence.

Ireland, Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia pull out of Eurovision 2026 citing Gaza conflict and humanitarian crisis, reports Baltimore Chronicle.

A Norfolk grand jury rejects DOJ attempt to refile mortgage fraud charges against NY Attorney General Letitia James after a judge dismissed the case.

Letitia James disputes federal grand jury subpoenas tied to cases involving Donald Trump and the NRA, questioning the authority of Acting U.S. Attorney John Sarcone.

Admiral Frank “Mitch” Bradley, U.S. Navy SEAL veteran, is at the center of debate over deadly Caribbean boat strikes targeting alleged drug traffickers.

Matt Van Epps projected winner of Tennessee’s 7th district special election, holding Republican advantage with Trump support amid close race with Aftyn Behn.

White House clarifies Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth did not order a second strike on a Venezuelan drug boat in September, amid war crime accusations.

After U.S.-Ukraine talks in Florida, Steve Witkoff heads to Moscow to present a peace plan to Putin. Zelenskyy awaits full briefing on preliminary results.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says Caribbean boat strikes were lawful, “lethal, kinetic strikes,” amid reports survivors were killed following his orders.

Following the D.C. National Guard shooting, the Trump administration halts asylum cases and Afghan visa issuance, citing national security concerns.