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Tensions are running high within the GOP as party infighting hampers basic legislative functions, from funding homeland security to extending surveillance powers. Meanwhile, Trump continues to make headlines with provocative threats, such as pulling troops from Germany, reflecting a broader struggle over U.S. foreign policy and immigration enforcement. As the party navigates these internal conflicts, the implications for upcoming elections and policy directions are significant, especially with key primaries and budget decisions on the horizon.
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Patel sues Atlantic over report on job performance, alcohol useFBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million lawsuit against The Atlantic following a report that alleged his job performance was compromised by excessive drinking and fear of job loss. The article, titled 'The FBI Director Is MIA,' is based on interviews with over two dozen sources.
Justices to Hear Case on Catholic Preschools That Reject Children of Gay ParentsThe Supreme Court will consider a case involving Catholic preschools in Colorado that refuse enrollment to children of L.G.B.T.Q. parents while seeking to join a state-funded program.
Live updates: Vance expected to head to Pakistan for Iran truce talks after tense weekendAs the ceasefire between the U.S., Israel, and Iran nears expiration, tensions escalate following the U.S. seizure of an Iranian cargo ship, prompting Vice President Vance to head to Pakistan for urgent truce talks.
The Night the Government Closed the Skies Over El PasoA high-energy laser weapon and inter-agency conflicts led to significant disruptions in El Paso as the government temporarily closed its airspace.
- The Night the Government Closed the Skies Over El Paso
A high-energy laser weapon and inter-agency conflicts led to significant disruptions in El Paso, highlighting the complexities of federal authority and technology deployment.
Carney: Canada's economic ties with US now a weaknessCanada's economic reliance on the U.S. is now viewed as a vulnerability by Prime Minister Mark Carney, who highlights the destabilizing effects of Trump's trade policies amid global uncertainty.
This 4/20, Democrats should take back the lead on legalizationDemocrats risk losing ground on cannabis legalization if they allow Trump to dominate the narrative, highlighting the need for the party to reclaim leadership on this issue.
Fetterman: Democrats' response to Iran war 'disappointing'Sen. John Fetterman criticized the Democratic Party's response to the conflict with Iran, expressing disappointment and suggesting that some Democrats seem to be overly sympathetic to Iran due to their opposition to President Trump.
Supreme Court to hear Catholic preschools' case involving same-sex parentsThe Supreme Court is set to hear a case involving two Catholic parishes challenging Colorado's requirement to enroll children of same-sex couples in their preschools, which could potentially reshape religious rights and public funding precedents.