The U.S. House of Representatives voted unanimously to repeal a controversial clause from the recent government funding bill that would have allowed senators to sue federal investigators for up to $500,000 if their phone or office records were accessed without notice. The provision was added last-minute to the spending package used to end the government shutdown and applied retroactively to January 2022. It triggered bipartisan outrage, with lawmakers calling it a self-dealing “get-rich” opportunity for senators. Despite the House’s swift 426-0 vote, the measure still faces uncertainty in the Senate, where leadership has resisted scheduling a follow-up vote.
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A Queens resident has been sentenced to four years in prison after pleading guilty to illegal weapons possession connected to the fatal shooting of a man who approached him near his home. The confrontation took place in Kew Gardens when the alleged mugger, who had a lengthy arrest history, rushed toward the resident around 2 a.m. The object in the man’s hand initially appeared to be a knife but was later identified as a pen. Prosecutors ruled the shooting itself as self-defense, but the resident was charged after authorities uncovered an unlicensed revolver along with additional unlicensed firearms in his…
President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance were excluded from the invitation list for the funeral of former Vice President Dick Cheney, held at Washington’s National Cathedral. The ceremony, honoring Cheney—who died at age 84—was attended by a lengthy roster of dignitaries, including both Democratic and Republican former presidents and vice presidents. Their absence stood out amid the broad bipartisan turnout. Officials familiar with the arrangements say the decision reflects longstanding political tensions between the Trump administration and Cheney’s family, particularly his daughter, Liz Cheney.
A high-profile funeral for former Vice President Dick Cheney held at Washington’s National Cathedral saw a significant Democratic presence, including President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The event drew numerous leading figures from across government and media, such as Rachel Maddow and Dr. Anthony Fauci. Former Vice President Mike Pence and Senate Majority Leader John Thune were also in attendance. Notably absent from the ceremony were President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance, both of whom did not receive invitations. The exclusion reflects lingering divisions, including Cheney’s earlier endorsement of Harris over…
President Donald Trump officially signed into law the “Epstein Files Transparency Act,” compelling the Department of Justice to make unclassified records related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation publicly available within 30 days. The legislation, passed by the House with a 427-1 vote and unanimously in the Senate, requires the DOJ to disclose documents, communications, flight logs, investigative materials and other records concerning Epstein and associate Ghislaine Maxwell. Certain categories—such as victim identities, explicit images and materials that might jeopardize ongoing probes—are exempt from disclosure. Trump announced the signing in a social-media post, declaring: “I HAVE JUST SIGNED THE BILL TO…
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) has called on a group of six Democratic lawmakers to identify the specific orders they consider illegal, following a viral video in which the lawmakers urged U.S. military members to refuse “illegal orders.” The lawmakers—Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.), Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), Rep. Maggie Goodlander (D-N.H.), Rep. Chris Deluzio (D-Pa.), Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-Pa.) and Rep. Jason Crow (D-Colo.)—released the clip to raise concerns about constitutional threats at home and the role of the armed forces. They said: “You can refuse illegal orders.” Graham, a former Air Force colonel, told reporters he has found no evidence…
Rep. Nancy Mace’s attempt to censure fellow Republican Rep. Cory Mills failed Wednesday night when the House voted 310-103 to refer her resolution to the Ethics Committee instead of immediately penalizing him. Mace accused Mills of misrepresenting his military service, domestic-abuse allegations, and brokering improper arms deals—all of which Mills vehemently denies. The resolution sought his removal from both the House Armed Services and Foreign Affairs Committees. By sending the matter to the Ethics Committee, the House effectively killed the immediate censure and ensured the case will follow a formal investigatory path rather than a swift rebuke.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris called on President Donald Trump to immediately release all files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation during a podcast appearance Wednesday, accusing him of “gaslighting the American people” by delaying disclosure. Speaking on a recorded interview, Harris challenged Trump’s assertion that he requires congressional approval to act, insisting that as the nation’s top executive, he already possesses the authority to release the documents unilaterally. “So, release the files!” she said emphatically. The remarks came just hours before Trump signed legislation directing the U.S. Department of Justice to publish unclassified Epstein-related records. Harris argued the bill…
Top Republican lawmakers have sharply criticized several Democratic-led states for redirecting millions of dollars from the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) into fast-food meal initiatives. The states under scrutiny reportedly allocate SNAP cash to allow eligible recipients to purchase prepared meals from quick-service restaurants, a departure from the original grocery-store usage. Federal budget reports show at least $150 million has been redirected nationally for this purpose so far. Republicans argue the shift undermines the intent of SNAP—to help low-income families buy staple groceries—and instead supports pricey convenience meals with higher margins. They also claim insufficient oversight and potential diversion…
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries asserted that President Donald Trump’s recent social-media posts amounted to a call for the execution of Democratic elected officials. Their statements follow Trump’s description of six Democratic lawmakers as engaging in “seditious behavior, punishable by death,” after those members appeared in a video urging service members to refuse unlawful orders. The president also referenced arrest and trial in connection with the lawmakers’ statements. At a joint news conference, Jeffries condemned Trump’s language as “disgusting and dangerous death threats against Members of Congress,” and urged House Republicans to publicly repudiate…
A recent national survey finds that roughly three-quarters of voters believe the current administration is doing more harm than good when it comes to managing the U.S. economy. According to the data, 76% of respondents view economic conditions negatively, a sharp increase from past readings. Among the striking findings, a broad cross-section of voters cited rising costs for groceries, utilities and health care as personal burdens. Even among supporters of the ruling party, approval for economic policy dropped significantly compared to earlier in the year. Notably, many respondents hold the president personally accountable for economic woes, with far more blaming…
President Donald Trump and tech magnate Elon Musk have revived their once-fractured relationship, ending a months-long feud that unfolded across political stages, business forums, and social media. According to insiders familiar with the talks, the two influential figures reopened communication channels through discreet outreach managed by senior White House officials aligned with Trump. The reconciliation process began behind closed doors. Vice President J.D. Vance and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles reportedly played central roles in restarting dialogue with Musk, keeping discussions out of the spotlight until progress was underway. Their efforts ultimately paved the way for a face-to-face…
Investigators have named a 16-year-old boy as the primary suspect in the death of 18-year-old Anna Kepner, whose body was discovered aboard the cruise ship where the family was travelling. The victim and her family—including her stepmother and two stepbrothers—were aboard the vessel when Anna disappeared from her cabin during the voyage. Her body was later retrieved hidden under a bed and covered with life jackets, raising immediate suspicion of foul play. Federal authorities took the teen into custody after gathering evidence aboard the ship and transferring jurisdiction from maritime investigators to U.S. law-enforcement agencies. The investigation remains ongoing, and…
Plaintiff filings in a Florida court reveal that the stepmother of 18-year-old Anna Kepner—who was found dead aboard a cruise ship in international waters on November 7, 2025—has requested a hearing delay because one of her children “may face criminal charges” linked to the case. Details show the teen’s death occurred on the Carnival Horizon during a family cruise from the U.S. to the Caribbean. Investigators from the Federal Bureau of Investigation have noted the minor stepsibling as a potential suspect. The body was later discovered wrapped in a blanket and covered by life jackets under a bed in Anna’s…
A significant piece of reform legislation, the Litigation Transparency Act of 2025, is taking shape in the House of Representatives under Republican leadership. The bill seeks to require disclosure of third-party funding in civil lawsuits, covering amounts paid to funders, identities of conditions attached to settlements, and the parties involved. Proponents argue the measure will increase transparency in high-stakes civil litigation and prevent “hidden deals” that leave defendants and the public in the dark. They say the reforms will bring more accountability to a system they believe is vulnerable to manipulation by funders with deep pockets and opaque influence. At…