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The president kicked off the 250th anniversary of July 4th with a patriotic speech at Mount Rushmore where he warned of a resurgence in communism.
Why it matters: The president kicked off the 250th anniversary of July 4th with a patriotic speech at Mount Rushmore where he warned of a resurgence in communism.
In a speech at Mount Rushmore on Friday evening, the US president claimed a resurgent ‘communist menace’ posed a severe threat the country Donald Trump has kicked off America’s 250th birthday weekend with an...
Why it matters: In a speech at Mount Rushmore on Friday evening, the US president claimed a resurgent ‘communist menace’ posed a severe threat the country Donald Trump has kicked off America’s 250th birthday weekend with an...
US President Donald Trump lashed out on Friday at what he called a fresh threat against the country’s identity, taking aim at domestic “radicals and extremists” on the eve of America’s 250th birthday.
Why it matters: US President Donald Trump lashed out on Friday at what he called a fresh threat against the country’s identity, taking aim at domestic “radicals and extremists” on the eve of America’s 250th birthday.
An unmistakable pattern has emerged in the US’ strategy to contain China.
Why it matters: An unmistakable pattern has emerged in the US’ strategy to contain China.
As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its founding, it confronts a new world order dominated by its relationship with China.
Why it matters: As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its founding, it confronts a new world order dominated by its relationship with China.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani gave a speech sitting behind the George Washington desk at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday.
Why it matters: Mayor Zohran Mamdani gave a speech sitting behind the George Washington desk at City Hall on Friday morning to mark America's 250th birthday.
Germany does not have to shy away from talking up its record on defence spending, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Friday, when asked about US President Donald Trump calling Germany’s past efforts “ridiculous”.
Why it matters: Germany does not have to shy away from talking up its record on defence spending, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Friday, when asked about US President Donald Trump calling Germany’s past efforts “ridiculous”.
In 1898, the same Supreme Court that upheld Jim Crow segregation as constitutional also upheld the Fourteenth Amendment’s guarantee of birthright citizenship, by a 6–2 vote.
Why it matters: In 1898, the same Supreme Court that upheld Jim Crow segregation as constitutional also upheld the Fourteenth Amendment’s guarantee of birthright citizenship, by a 6–2 vote.
There will be parades and speeches, fireworks and barbecues, and a healthy dose of patriotism. This Fourth of July, Americans celebrate the 250th anniversary of their country’s independence from the British empire.
Why it matters: There will be parades and speeches, fireworks and barbecues, and a healthy dose of patriotism. This Fourth of July, Americans celebrate the 250th anniversary of their country’s independence from the British empire.
As the United States neared its 250th birthday in recent months, a new spin on the Stars and Stripes appeared outside homes and on banners dangling from government buildings.
Why it matters: As the United States neared its 250th birthday in recent months, a new spin on the Stars and Stripes appeared outside homes and on banners dangling from government buildings.
New York mayor’s remarks at city hall to come just hours before Trump is set to deliver address at Mount Rushmore Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, is expected to deliver a speech on Friday morning to mark...
Why it matters: New York mayor’s remarks at city hall to come just hours before Trump is set to deliver address at Mount Rushmore Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, is expected to deliver a speech on Friday morning to mark...
—Mark Edward Harris—ZUMA Press Wire/Reuters America, the world’s oldest, continuous, modern democracy, will soon celebrate its 250 th birthday—mired in conflict and piloted by a belligerent and mercurial nationalist.
Why it matters: —Mark Edward Harris—ZUMA Press Wire/Reuters America, the world’s oldest, continuous, modern democracy, will soon celebrate its 250 th birthday—mired in conflict and piloted by a belligerent and mercurial nationalist.
President Trump says it would be "ridiculous" for the United States to continue its "one sided" relationship with NATO. His remarks came less than a week before a NATO summit in Turkey.
Why it matters: President Trump says it would be "ridiculous" for the United States to continue its "one sided" relationship with NATO. His remarks came less than a week before a NATO summit in Turkey.
US president touts conflict successes including 'more rational' Iranian leadership, ponders how American Jews can vote for Democrats when he is 'best president in history of Israel,' during CNBC interview The post Trump...
Why it matters: US president touts conflict successes including 'more rational' Iranian leadership, ponders how American Jews can vote for Democrats when he is 'best president in history of Israel,' during CNBC interview The post Trump...
U.S. Capitol Police arrest Air Force Maj. Jason Watson on the Capitol steps after he called for the impeachment and removal of President Donald Trump on Wednesday.
Why it matters: U.S. Capitol Police arrest Air Force Maj. Jason Watson on the Capitol steps after he called for the impeachment and removal of President Donald Trump on Wednesday.
The Nato summit beginning on Tuesday in Turkey is expected to be low-key as European members track their progress towards increased defence spending goals and Beijing watches intently from afar.
Why it matters: The Nato summit beginning on Tuesday in Turkey is expected to be low-key as European members track their progress towards increased defence spending goals and Beijing watches intently from afar.
Federal prosecutors indicted former Olympian David Hearn on a felony charge for alleged damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The case highlights how presidential rhetoric and media amplification can raise prosecutorial visibility and influence charging decisions, raising questions about equal application of criminal-justice resources.
Why it matters: Federal prosecutors indicted former Olympian David Hearn on a felony charge for alleged damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The case highlights how presidential rhetoric and media amplification can raise prosecutorial visibility and influence charging decisions, raising questions about equal application of criminal-justice resources.
President Trump is redefining what it means to be a U.S. ally in the AI era. Why it matters: For the White House, it's now about how partners can help the U.S. win the AI race.
Why it matters: President Trump is redefining what it means to be a U.S. ally in the AI era. Why it matters: For the White House, it's now about how partners can help the U.S. win the AI race.
Pennsylvania families note promised investment has yet to deliver safer mills or cleaner air in the Mon Valley It was two days before Father’s Day, and Trisha Quinn was wondering how her six, 12 and 17-year-old nieces...
Why it matters: Pennsylvania families note promised investment has yet to deliver safer mills or cleaner air in the Mon Valley It was two days before Father’s Day, and Trisha Quinn was wondering how her six, 12 and 17-year-old nieces...
Negotiations between Iran and the U.S. will pause for a week for the funeral of Iran's supreme leader; mediators and U.S. officials say talks were making progress before the break.
Why it matters: Negotiations between Iran and the U.S. will pause for a week for the funeral of Iran's supreme leader; mediators and U.S. officials say talks were making progress before the break.
US president Donald Trump claimed “ Cuba is coming our way” while recalling an anecdote about Roosevelt 's heroism during the Battle of San Juan Hill.
Why it matters: US president Donald Trump claimed “ Cuba is coming our way” while recalling an anecdote about Roosevelt 's heroism during the Battle of San Juan Hill.
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado 's repeated efforts to return to her home country after last week's devastating earthquakes there have outraged top Trump administration.
Why it matters: Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado 's repeated efforts to return to her home country after last week's devastating earthquakes there have outraged top Trump administration.
China’s foreign minister Wang Yi warned the US to approach Taiwan affairs with “utmost caution” in a call with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling for Washington to expand cooperation and manage risks with Beijing.
Why it matters: China’s foreign minister Wang Yi warned the US to approach Taiwan affairs with “utmost caution” in a call with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, calling for Washington to expand cooperation and manage risks with Beijing.
T he general idea that Democratic Party loyalists seem to have about members of the Democratic Socialists of America is that they’re a lot like Democrats, but perhaps a bit more passionate.
Why it matters: T he general idea that Democratic Party loyalists seem to have about members of the Democratic Socialists of America is that they’re a lot like Democrats, but perhaps a bit more passionate.
In the 2024 election, no group swung harder toward Donald Trump than young men. Today, no group feels more betrayed than the activists who helped make that shift happen.
Why it matters: In the 2024 election, no group swung harder toward Donald Trump than young men. Today, no group feels more betrayed than the activists who helped make that shift happen.
Spokesperson says president has ‘proudly made the US the crypto capital of the world’ Sign up for US breaking news alerts email The democratic socialist Melat Kiros unseated long-serving US representative Diana DeGette...
Why it matters: Spokesperson says president has ‘proudly made the US the crypto capital of the world’ Sign up for US breaking news alerts email The democratic socialist Melat Kiros unseated long-serving US representative Diana DeGette...
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the Democratic nomination for governor Tuesday, defeating U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in a primary upset that underscored voter frustration with Washington.
Why it matters: Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the Democratic nomination for governor Tuesday, defeating U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in a primary upset that underscored voter frustration with Washington.
It's been just over a year since Japan's Nippon Steel bought U.S. Steel, after agreeing to invest $11 billion into the Pittsburgh-based icon by the end of 2028. Thus far, almost all of that money remains a promise.
Why it matters: It's been just over a year since Japan's Nippon Steel bought U.S. Steel, after agreeing to invest $11 billion into the Pittsburgh-based icon by the end of 2028. Thus far, almost all of that money remains a promise.
Democrats Jena Griswold, David Seligman, Michael Dougherty and Hetal Doshi, and Republicans Michael J. Allen and David Willson, ran in the primary.
Why it matters: Democrats Jena Griswold, David Seligman, Michael Dougherty and Hetal Doshi, and Republicans Michael J. Allen and David Willson, ran in the primary.
British officials signalled they could open a national‑interest or media‑plurality review of Paramount Skydance’s proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, creating a new regulatory choke point that could delay the deal or force remedies even after approvals elsewhere.
Why it matters: British officials signalled they could open a national‑interest or media‑plurality review of Paramount Skydance’s proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, creating a new regulatory choke point that could delay the deal or force remedies even after approvals elsewhere.
News editor Ben Sales reviews PM's status during 2015 Iran deal and now, Israel-opposition as a unifying factor in NYC primaries, and new details about the 1976 raid on Entebbe The post Daily Briefing June 30: Why...
Why it matters: News editor Ben Sales reviews PM's status during 2015 Iran deal and now, Israel-opposition as a unifying factor in NYC primaries, and new details about the 1976 raid on Entebbe The post Daily Briefing June 30: Why...
China’s foreign ministry on Tuesday said it had noted the 30-year prison sentence given to self-exiled Chinese businessman Guo Wengui, who was convicted in a US court for orchestrating a fraud scheme that bilked his...
Why it matters: China’s foreign ministry on Tuesday said it had noted the 30-year prison sentence given to self-exiled Chinese businessman Guo Wengui, who was convicted in a US court for orchestrating a fraud scheme that bilked his...
70 years after the Red Scare and 35 years after the fall of the Soviet Union, President Trump and Republicans are trying to re-introduce a national fear of "godless communists" ahead of the critical midterms.
Why it matters: 70 years after the Red Scare and 35 years after the fall of the Soviet Union, President Trump and Republicans are trying to re-introduce a national fear of "godless communists" ahead of the critical midterms.
As Nancy Guthrie's missing person case unfolds, ransom notes indicate a complicated narrative surrounding her disappearance and presumed death.
Why it matters: As Nancy Guthrie's missing person case unfolds, ransom notes indicate a complicated narrative surrounding her disappearance and presumed death.
“A s societies grow decadent, the language grows decadent, too,” Gore Vidal wrote in 1986.
Why it matters: “A s societies grow decadent, the language grows decadent, too,” Gore Vidal wrote in 1986.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer is one of four Democrats who sent their states' National Guard troops to Washington, D.C.
Why it matters: Michigan Gov. Whitmer is one of four Democrats who sent their states' National Guard troops to Washington, D.C.
The Supreme Court said Monday that President Trump could not fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, a blockbuster ruling that limits the president's influence on the central bank.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court said Monday that President Trump could not fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, a blockbuster ruling that limits the president's influence on the central bank.
New York City mayor says Democratic candidates he endorsed speak to people struggling to make ends meet. Plus the best pictures from weekend Pride events across the US Good morning.
Why it matters: New York City mayor says Democratic candidates he endorsed speak to people struggling to make ends meet. Plus the best pictures from weekend Pride events across the US Good morning.
President Trump is again pushing aggressive language toward Cuba, and the old U.S.-Cuba conflict is back in focus. It matters because this is not just a history lesson. It is a...
Why it matters: President Trump is again pushing aggressive language toward Cuba, and the old U.S.-Cuba conflict is back in focus. It matters because this is not just a history lesson. It is a...
Donald Trump is drawing heavy backlash in India and China over his rhetoric and foreign policy posture. That matters because when the U.S. president turns diplomacy into a spect...
Why it matters: Donald Trump is drawing heavy backlash in India and China over his rhetoric and foreign policy posture. That matters because when the U.S. president turns diplomacy into a spect...
The Trump administration is considering increasing refugee admissions for white South Africans, according to reporting from The Independent. The move would raise a simple but ug...
Why it matters: The Trump administration is considering increasing refugee admissions for white South Africans, according to reporting from The Independent. The move would raise a simple but ug...
The Justice Department has announced fraud charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center over its investigations into extremist groups. The case matters because it shows feder...
Why it matters: The Justice Department has announced fraud charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center over its investigations into extremist groups. The case matters because it shows feder...
Iran’s UN ambassador has responded to President Trump’s announcement that the ceasefire would be extended. That matters because ceasefire language is not just rhetoric; it can s...
Why it matters: Iran’s UN ambassador has responded to President Trump’s announcement that the ceasefire would be extended. That matters because ceasefire language is not just rhetoric; it can s...
Donald Trump’s repeated attacks on NATO are forcing Europe to wonder how steady American power really is. The stakes are high because NATO is not just a talking point. It is the...
Why it matters: Donald Trump’s repeated attacks on NATO are forcing Europe to wonder how steady American power really is. The stakes are high because NATO is not just a talking point. It is the...
Texas Tech University says it will recognize only two sexes and freeze gender-related programs tied to sexual orientation and gender identity. That matters because this is not j...
Why it matters: Texas Tech University says it will recognize only two sexes and freeze gender-related programs tied to sexual orientation and gender identity. That matters because this is not j...
The U.S. Treasury quietly extended a waiver on sanctions for Russian oil shipments to help ease shortages linked to the Iran war. The move undercuts Scott Bessent’s recent denia...
Why it matters: The U.S. Treasury quietly extended a waiver on sanctions for Russian oil shipments to help ease shortages linked to the Iran war. The move undercuts Scott Bessent’s recent denia...
Cuba’s president says the country will be ready if the United States launches a military attack. That matters because war talk between governments can raise the stakes fast, eve...
Why it matters: Cuba’s president says the country will be ready if the United States launches a military attack. That matters because war talk between governments can raise the stakes fast, eve...
Cuba's president is openly defying fresh U.S. pressure as Washington threatens tighter energy restrictions. The fight matters because this is not just rhetoric. It shows how U.S...
Why it matters: Cuba's president is openly defying fresh U.S. pressure as Washington threatens tighter energy restrictions. The fight matters because this is not just rhetoric. It shows how U.S...
Donald Trump’s latest burst of inflammatory rhetoric set off a rare backlash from both Catholic leaders and his own allies. The fight matters because it shows how he uses outrag...
Why it matters: Donald Trump’s latest burst of inflammatory rhetoric set off a rare backlash from both Catholic leaders and his own allies. The fight matters because it shows how he uses outrag...
President Trump is pressing Britain’s prime minister over the Iran war while hinting that the U.S.-U.K. trade deal could be changed. That matters because it shows how quickly pr...
Why it matters: President Trump is pressing Britain’s prime minister over the Iran war while hinting that the U.S.-U.K. trade deal could be changed. That matters because it shows how quickly pr...
Tehran is trying to turn the US-Israeli war into a claim for compensation and political leverage. The message is meant to keep pressure on Washington and Jerusalem long after th...
Why it matters: Tehran is trying to turn the US-Israeli war into a claim for compensation and political leverage. The message is meant to keep pressure on Washington and Jerusalem long after th...
Donald Trump’s threat to Iran set off a warning from retired military officers that the president may have crossed into unlawful war talk. That matters because this is not just...
Why it matters: Donald Trump’s threat to Iran set off a warning from retired military officers that the president may have crossed into unlawful war talk. That matters because this is not just...
Trump fired off a profanity-laced ultimatum about Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, and it instantly raised the temperature of a volatile conflict. That matters because a president...
Why it matters: Trump fired off a profanity-laced ultimatum about Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, and it instantly raised the temperature of a volatile conflict. That matters because a president...
Trump’s Iran threat has set off a fresh fight over whether he can be pushed out of office under the 25th Amendment or impeached. The stakes are immediate because this is not jus...
Why it matters: Trump’s Iran threat has set off a fresh fight over whether he can be pushed out of office under the 25th Amendment or impeached. The stakes are immediate because this is not jus...
Michigan state legislator Mallory McMorrow presents herself as a populist crusader against surveillance pricing, but her record suggests otherwise. This matters now because vote...
Why it matters: Michigan state legislator Mallory McMorrow presents herself as a populist crusader against surveillance pricing, but her record suggests otherwise. This matters now because vote...
Republican vaccine politics are turning into a real test of party control and public trust. The fight matters now because health policy is never just health policy when one part...
Why it matters: Republican vaccine politics are turning into a real test of party control and public trust. The fight matters now because health policy is never just health policy when one part...
Pam Bondi’s Fox News comments about citizenship set off immediate backlash because they sounded like a test balloon for tougher executive power over who belongs in the U.S. That...
Why it matters: Pam Bondi’s Fox News comments about citizenship set off immediate backlash because they sounded like a test balloon for tougher executive power over who belongs in the U.S. That...
Donald Trump attacked Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch after they joined a ruling he did not like. It is a blunt warning sign for the courts: even judge...
Why it matters: Donald Trump attacked Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch after they joined a ruling he did not like. It is a blunt warning sign for the courts: even judge...
Philadelphia’s district attorney is threatening to arrest ICE agents working at the city airport. The fight matters because it puts local and federal power on a collision course...
Why it matters: Philadelphia’s district attorney is threatening to arrest ICE agents working at the city airport. The fight matters because it puts local and federal power on a collision course...
Donald Trump voted by mail in Florida just days after calling mail-in voting “cheating.” The contradiction matters because he still backs tougher voting rules while using the sa...
Why it matters: Donald Trump voted by mail in Florida just days after calling mail-in voting “cheating.” The contradiction matters because he still backs tougher voting rules while using the sa...
Donald Trump cast a mail-in ballot in Florida after years of attacking mail voting as rigged. It matters because the gap between his words and his actions says a lot about how p...
Why it matters: Donald Trump cast a mail-in ballot in Florida after years of attacking mail voting as rigged. It matters because the gap between his words and his actions says a lot about how p...
President Trump threatened to send ICE agents to airports if Democrats do not agree to end the DHS shutdown. That matters because it turns a budget fight into a pressure tactic...
Why it matters: President Trump threatened to send ICE agents to airports if Democrats do not agree to end the DHS shutdown. That matters because it turns a budget fight into a pressure tactic...
The Puppet & The Puppeteer Allies shunned. Sanctions lifted. One question: who benefits? There's a pattern. It's not subtle. And it keeps repeating. The United States spent deca...
Why it matters: The Puppet & The Puppeteer Allies shunned. Sanctions lifted. One question: who benefits? There's a pattern. It's not subtle. And it keeps repeating. The United States spent deca...
In a recent segment on MS NOW, host Ari Melber showcased a striking example of hypocrisy among MAGA commentators regarding language use in public discourse. The segment juxtapos...
Why it matters: In a recent segment on MS NOW, host Ari Melber showcased a striking example of hypocrisy among MAGA commentators regarding language use in public discourse. The segment juxtapos...