Politics

325 articles in the Politics category.

Rep. Darrell Issa, R-Calif., speaks at a press conference about the bipartisan Fair Chance Act
PoliticsNovember 6, 2025

Congressional Perks: Luxury cars and mileage result in big costs for taxpayers

By Arthur Kane

Since 2019, taxpayers paid $3.5 million for automobile leases out of the MRA accounts, including to top luxury auto makers like Lexus, Volvo and Tesla along with less expensive leases for Ford, General Motors, Hyundai and Honda... And when they weren't leasing pricey vehicles, some lawmakers and staff put in for massive mileage reimbursements,

Zohran Mamdani gives a victory speech
PoliticsNovember 5, 2025

Democrats Claim Expected Victories in 2025 Off-Year Elections

By RWTNews Staff

Turnout hovered at 52% in participating areas, a modest increase from 2021, as voters focused on local issues like housing affordability and public safety amid national economic pressures.

James Comey being sworn in to testify to the Senate Select Committee on 8 June 2017
US NewsNovember 4, 2025

Newly Released Emails Expose Comey's Expectation of Clinton Presidency and Media Leak Coordination

By Tommy Flynn

The communications, cited in a court filing by Acting U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan, directly contradict Comey's prior denials of orchestrating media disclosures and bolster the government's case against him for misleading Congress.

Dick Cheney closeup with American flags in the background
US NewsNovember 4, 2025

Former Vice President Dick Cheney Dies at 84

By RWTNews Staff

"Richard B. Cheney, the 46th Vice President of the United States, died last night. His beloved wife of 61 years, Lynne, his daughters, Liz and Mary, and other family members were with him as he passed."

Zohran Mamdani speaks in Bryant Park, New York City, on Oct. 27, 2024
PoliticsNovember 4, 2025

Poll Reveals Nearly 1 Million New Yorkers Prepared to Leave City if Mamdani Elected Mayor

By RWTNews Staff

With polls closing at 9 p.m. on November 4, the race's outcome could reshape the nation's largest city's fiscal trajectory, testing the viability of progressive redistribution in a high-cost urban center.

Antifa clashing with ICE
US NewsNovember 4, 2025

GOP Senators Advance Bill to Codify Antifa as Domestic Terror Organization

By Tommy Flynn

"Violent extremists who target our law enforcement officers and destroy our communities must be held accountable. It's far past time to designate Antifa a terrorist organization."

U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina speaks at an event on Oct. 27, 2023.
US NewsNovember 2, 2025

Lawmakers introduce bills to slash their own pay during government shutdowns

By Thérèse Boudreaux

In a show of good faith, some lawmakers have asked the U.S. Treasury to withhold their salaries for the duration of the shutdown. But other lawmakers are taking steps to make that mandatory.

 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services logo
US NewsNovember 2, 2025

Trump Admin Audit Uncovers $1.3 Billion in Medicaid Funds Illegally Spent on Undocumented Immigrants in Democratic States

By RWTNews Staff

The findings, announced on November 1, 2025, by CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, target California, Washington D.C., Illinois, Washington, Colorado, and Oregon. California alone accounted for over $1 billion, followed by Illinois with nearly $30 million and Oregon with more than $5 million.

Biden Autopen signatures
US NewsOctober 29, 2025

AG Bondi Launches Probe into Biden Autopen Scandal Following Oversight Report

By Tommy Flynn

The probe could lead to revoking high-profile pardons and charges against aides for obstruction or unauthorized actions. Bondi and Comer pledged full cooperation for accountability.

Vice President JD Vance delivers remarks at a Sports Council announcement in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, July 31, 2025.
US NewsOctober 29, 2025

Vance says U.S. troops will get paid Friday despite shutdown

By Brett Rowland

"We do think that we can continue paying the troops, at least for now," Vance told reporters at the Capitol. "We've got food stamp benefits that are set to run out in a week. We're trying to keep as much open as possible. We just need the Democrats to actually help us out."

President Trump makes remarks as he sits down to dinner with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and other Asian leaders
World NewsOctober 29, 2025

President Trump's South Korea Visit Seals Trade Deal, Earns Highest Honor in Asia Tour Update

By RWTNews Staff

While we were sleeping here in the US, President Trump continued to work for the American people on the South Korea stop of his Asia tour.

Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill took to the debate stage on Oct 8, 2025
PoliticsOctober 28, 2025

NJ Governor's Race Tightens as Ciattarelli's Surge Raises GOP Upset Potential

By RWTNews Staff

Ciattarelli, a former assemblyman who lost by 3 points in 2021, has capitalized on voter frustration with rising property taxes (up 7.2% since 2021) and crime rates (violent incidents increased 12% in 2024 per state data).