Pentagon downplays first major public split between Trump and Hegseth Hegseth's television instincts, perhaps one of the tools he relies on most in his Pentagon role, appeared to have failed him The Independent UK · Oct 16
Trump's $5,000 Promise Could Cost Over $1 Trillion, but Congress Has Yet To Approve the Payments Trump's $5,000 payments could cost over $1 trillion, but Congress has yet to approve the plan or establish how the money would be distributed. International Business Times UK · Oct 13
2026 Midterm Campaigns: Why some Democratic candidates are keeping Kamala Harris and AOC at a distance while turning to Pete Buttigieg As Democrats strategize for the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, they are carefully selecting national figures. Candidates in competitive districts are weighing the advantages and risks of high-profile endorsements. Prominent figures like Kamala Harris, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Pete Buttigieg are being considered differently across various campaigns. Some local candidates prefer to… The Economic Times · Oct 13
Pete Hegseth branded ‘deeply unwell’ as GOP and Dem critics pile on over livestream execution: ‘Obscene medieval spectacle’ Pete Hegseth announced that the Fort Hood shooter’s execution by firing squad would be ‘made public’ The Independent UK · Oct 9
Trump says AI can self-regulate. Even some top Republicans don’t trust that IN FOCUS: Even MAGA populists like Josh Hawley worry about the risks of AI, Eric Garcia writes. But the Senate still skipped town before doing anything about it The Independent UK · Oct 1
MAGA Insider Issues Warning That Hegseth Impeachment Could Put Collaborators on Path to 'The Hague' A former Josh Hawley adviser says the Hegseth impeachment debate could influence future legal scrutiny, including possible international proceedings. International Business Times UK · Oct 1
Pete Hegseth to cut generals & admirals in US military by 20%; Pentagon to create new drone command US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced plans to cut the number of generals and admirals in the US military by 20 per cent, while unveiling a new four-star command focused on autonomous and robotic warfare. The Times of India · Oct 1
Tech taxes would drive Kelly’s labor-focused ‘AI Horizon Fund’ Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., has proposed legislation that seeks to address artificial intelligence-fueled shifts in the workforce as his party works to define a clear position on the controversial technology ahead of the midterms and beyond. Introduced Thursday, his bill would rely on new artificial intelligence and digital advertising taxes… Roll Call · Sep 25
Pentagon admits talks over sending National Guard to polling stations Tensions are mounting between the Pentagon and Congress over the flow of information to lawmakers about the U.S. military’s priorities The Independent UK · Sep 18
Pentagon official’s ‘contemptuous’ briefing sparks bipartisan ire Senators from both parties emerged from a classified briefing with the Pentagon’s policy chief on Thursday morning expressing outrage at what they described as the official’s stonewalling. The stated purpose of the briefing by Elbridge Colby, the undersecretary of Defense for policy, was to update the Senate Armed Services Committee… Roll Call · Sep 17
Thomas Massie Just Filed 8 Articles of Impeachment Against Pete Hegseth The Kentucky congressman says he will force a vote on removing Hegseth, who is accused of "abusing the power of his office to ignore congressional war powers resolutions, to kidnap foreign leaders, and to intimidate critics of the Trump administration." Reason · Sep 15
US lawmakers call for new AI rules after Anthropic researchers' safety warnings The reaction was broader than after previous statements from OpenAI and Anthropic staffers about safety concerns, drawing input from lawmakers who do not often forcefully engage in debates over how to govern AI. The Economic Times · Sep 10
Iran-US war latest: Tehran hits back after Trump strikes Iranian tankers and wedding party The latest US strikes follow Iranian attacks on shipping and American service members The Independent UK · Sep 1
Jeanine Pirro faces bar complaint over attempt to charge Democratic lawmakers The complaints state that Pirro and two deputies abused their authority to target President Trump's ‘perceived political enemies’ The Independent UK · Aug 25
The Guardian - US · Aug 18 US senator Jon Ossoff condemns Trump as ‘draft-dodging, crook president’ Potential presidential hopeful running for re-election in Georgia intensifies White House feud after remarks about ‘Natalie’ drew ire of president and allies
The Guardian - US · Aug 17 Trump’s move to gut South Korea alliance is ‘inane, haphazard decision’, lawmakers say US president’s abrupt order to scale back joint exercises with Seoul is meant to ‘flatter’ North Korea’s dictator, top Democrat says
Benzinga · Aug 17 Trump Touts 'Very Good Relationship' With Kim Jong Un, Asks Hegseth to 'Substantially Reduce' Military Exercises With South Korea President Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon to significantly scale back joint military exercises with South Korea, citing their cost, his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Seoul’s refusal to assist U.S. efforts involving Iran.
The Independent UK · Aug 14 Army soldier’s wife returns home after being removed from deportation flight Maisa Lopes Eliaser had spent more than a month in federal ICE custody
We Got This Covered · Aug 14 Donald Trump orders redesign of aircraft carrier, builders warn it’ll cost billions and cause ‘significant cost, schedule, and integration risks’ Trump confused by digital catapults, says "you have to be Albert Einstein to figure it out."
The Guardian - US · Aug 14 Trump orders Pentagon to redesign US aircraft carrier to use steam catapults to launch jets President has suggested steam catapults every year since 2017, saying digital systems are too ‘complicated’
Ballotpedia · Aug 12 Hall Pass: Your Ticket to Understanding School Board Politics, Edition #218 Welcome to Hall Pass, a newsletter written to keep you plugged into the conversations driving school board governance, the politics surrounding it, and education policy.
Benzinga · Aug 12 Chuck Schumer Demands Senate Briefing After Reported Trump Turkey Evacuation Amid Iranian Threat: 'Congress Was Kept In the Dark' On Tuesday, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) demanded an immediate Senate briefing after reports that President Donald Trump was secretly evacuated from Turkey amid security concerns linked to Iran.
Benzinga · Aug 10 Nancy Pelosi Defends Biden’s CHIPS Act, Says Trump ‘Attacked Those Investments On Sunday, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi defended the Biden administration’s CHIPS and Science Act, arguing that the law strengthened U.S. manufacturing, created jobs and boosted American innovation.
Benzinga · Aug 10 RNC Chair Joe Gruters 'Very Optimistic' GOP Will Hold House, Senate Majorities After Midterms: 'I Bet You We Win 10' The Republican National Committee (RNC) Chair, Joe Gruters, anticipates his party maintaining its majority in both the House and Senate following the upcoming midterm elections.
The Economic Times · Aug 5 States may get power to sponsor worker visas in the US under new bipartisan bill Pilot programme would allow states to address labour shortages while Washington retains control over security checks and immigration enforcement