Jim Clyburn Chronicles Legacy of South Carolina’s First Black Congressmen in New Book
South Carolina Congressman Jim Clyburn honors the pioneering Black legislators known as the First Eight who served during Reconstruction and shaped the fight for…
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Trump cancels Kushner and Witkoff trip to Pakistan for Iran peace talks
President Trump called off the planned mission by Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff to Pakistan for talks with Iran, citing leadership confusion and asserting…
Trump to Attend White House Correspondents’ Dinner as President for First Time
President Donald Trump will make his first appearance at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner during his presidency, highlighting tensions between his administration and…
Trump Extends Jones Act Waiver for 90 Days to Ease Fuel Prices Amid Iran Conflict
The Trump administration has prolonged a key shipping law waiver to increase domestic fuel supplies and lower energy costs as the Iran war disrupts…
Appeals Court Blocks Trump Administration’s Asylum Suspension at U.S.-Mexico Border
A federal appeals court ruled that President Trump’s directive to suspend asylum rights for migrants at the southern border overstepped federal immigration law
U.S. Defense Secretary: Blockade of Iranian Vessels to Continue Indefinitely
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the U.S. Navy will maintain its blockade of Iranian vessels "as long as it takes," emphasizing ongoing pressure amid…
DOJ Office Supporting Legal Aid for Indigent Immigrants Halts New Approvals After…
The Justice Department’s program certifying nonprofit representatives to aid low-income immigrants has stopped approving new applications following a quiet reassignment of its attorneys
Only one Trump administration $1 million “gold card” visa has been approved so far
Since launching in December, only one wealthy foreign applicant has received approval for the Trump-era gold card visa, with hundreds still awaiting review
Trump Orders Shoot-to-Kill on Boats Planting Mines in Strait of Hormuz
Former President Trump has directed U.S. forces to shoot and kill any boats placing mines in the strategic Strait of Hormuz amid escalating tensions…
Trump Considers Government Takeover of Spirit Airlines to Preserve Jobs
Former President Trump is exploring a taxpayer-backed acquisition of Spirit Airlines, aiming to stabilize the carrier amid financial struggles and resell it profitably after…