Politics

326 articles in the Politics category.

Jeffrey Epstein next to an address book
US NewsSeptember 2, 2025

Epstein Victims to Break Silence at Capitol Press Conference Demanding Full Transparency on Files

By RWTNews Staff

Rep. Khanna has signaled that the testimonies will be eye-opening, stating that after hearing from these women who have remained silent for decades, the public will demand action.

Department of State building
US NewsSeptember 2, 2025

State Department Freezes Palestinian Visa Applications to Safeguard America from Terrorism Risks

By RWTNews Staff

This action builds on a series of targeted measures to hold the Palestinian Authority (PA) and Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) accountable for their failure to reject terrorism outright.

Compilation image: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson and President Trump
US NewsSeptember 2, 2025

Chicago's Labor Day Bloodbath Highlights Urgent Need for Federal Intervention Amid Local Officials' Stubborn Resistance

By Tommy Flynn

The violence erupted across multiple neighborhoods, turning a holiday meant for celebration into a nightmare of gunfire and grief. From Friday evening through Monday, shootings unfolded in at least 32 separate incidents.

The Capital Building
PoliticsSeptember 2, 2025

What to Expect for Congress' Fall Session: A Renewed Focus on President Trump's Key Priorities

By Tommy Flynn

From cutting non-essential spending to National Defense and unleashing American Energy production, expect the Fall Session to jump right into continuing with President Trump's Agenda.

The Capitol building in Washington, D.C.
US NewsAugust 30, 2025

Congress to face mounting pressure to act on future of D.C.

By Sarah Roderick-Fitch

By law, President Donald Trump can only declare a state of emergency in the district for 30 days without congressional authorization. If he hopes to continue with the deployment of the National Guard, Congress will need to act fast – by Sept. 11. Congress ultimately retains legislative authority over the district.

US District Judge Jia Cobb
PoliticsAugust 30, 2025

Biden-Appointed Judge Defies SCOTUS, Blocks Trump's Expanded Deportations in Nationwide Injunction

By Tommy Flynn

This decision directly contravenes the Supreme Court's June 27, 2025, ruling in Trump v. CASA, Inc., where a 6-3 majority held that district courts exceed their authority with broad injunctions, limiting relief to specific plaintiffs rather than nationwide blocks.

Maryland Governor Moore Attending the National Defenders Day at Fort Mc Henry National Shrine, Baltimore MD in September, 2023.
PoliticsAugust 29, 2025

Maryland Democrat Governor Welcomes Federal Aid from President Trump to Revitalize Baltimore

By Tommy Flynn

During a recent Fox News interview, Moore stated, "I would absolutely welcome federal support," when asked about collaborating with the Trump administration to address crime and decay in the city.

Governor Abbott meeting with President Trump, May 7, 2020, in the Oval Office of the White House
PoliticsAugust 29, 2025

Texas Gov. Abbott Signs New Congressional Map, Adding Five GOP Seats

By Tommy Flynn

The signing caps a contentious legislative battle. Texas Democrats fled the state in July 2025 to break quorum and block the vote, delaying proceedings for weeks.

The dome of the California State Capitol building in Sacramento, Calif., with U.S. and California flags flying at sunset against a colorful sky
US NewsAugust 29, 2025

CA Supreme Court rejects GOP bid to stop redistricting

By Dave Mason

On Aug. 21, the court rejected a previous Republican effort to stop the Legislature from acting immediately on the redistricting plan.

The California State Capitol building in Sacramento, California
PoliticsAugust 28, 2025

GOP legislators propose creating new state from CA counties

By Dave Mason

Gallagher and his co-authors are proposing Assembly Joint Resolution 23, also known as “The Two State Solution.” It would allow the creation of the state under Article, Section 3, of the U.S. Constitution and would require approval by the state Assembly and Senate as well as Congress.

President Donald Trump speaks during a press conference
US NewsAugust 28, 2025

Embattled Fed governor sues Trump over 'illegal' firing

By Brett Rowland

Trump fired Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, appointed by President Joe Biden, on Monday after Federal Housing Finance Agency Director William Pulte alleged she committed mortgage fraud.

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff U.S. Army Gen. Mark A. Milley conduct a press briefing at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C., March 15, 2023
US NewsAugust 28, 2025

Evidence indicates Milley Engineered Biden Admin's Misleading Narrative on Afghanistan Collapse

By RWTNews Staff

Contrary evidence shows the Taliban surge began months earlier. Biden's April 14, 2021, "Go-to-Zero" directive accelerated the drawdown, leading to provincial capitals falling by early August. Gen. Austin "Scottie" Miller, last commander of NATO's Resolute Support, later conceded the collapse unfolded over months, not days.