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New Book Details Kagan's Outburst at Breyer After Dobbs Leak, Calling It a Security Threat
The forthcoming book by Mollie Hemingway describes the liberal justices' internal clash over dissent timing following the unprecedented May 2022 leak.
EU Moves to Abolish National Veto Power After Hungary's Orban Loses Election
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen calls for qualified majority voting to replace unanimous consent, bypassing remaining national objections to EU policy.
Three Warning Signs Emerge for Republicans in New NBC News Poll
Trump's approval hits new low at 37%, with voters increasingly pessimistic on economy and Iran policy as midterm elections approach.
GOP Support for Bondi Subpoena Wanes as Democrats Push for Contempt Vote
Four of five Republicans who backed subpoena now question its value, while Democrats see former AG as central to Epstein controversy.
House Ethics Panel Conducted 20 Sexual Misconduct Investigations Since 2017
Committee releases list of 28 publicly-disclosed matters involving alleged misconduct by House members since 1976, including recent cases against Swalwell and Gonzales.
Father Kills 8 Children in Shreveport Mass Shooting, Police Say
Suspect Shamar Elkins fatally wounded by officers after allegedly shooting his seven children and an eighth child, plus two women believed to be his wife and girlfriend.
Liberal Justices Slow-Walked Dobbs Release, Report Says
A new report reveals liberal Supreme Court justices delayed releasing the Dobbs ruling for weeks, a decision critics say increased security risks for the justices.
Mortgage Rates Linger Below 7 Percent After Reaching Four-Week Low
30-year fixed mortgages averaged 6.36 percent, down from March highs but still above February's sub-6 percent dip
Who'll Be Left to Pay the Bills After Mamdani 'Eats the Rich'?
New York City taxpayers question fiscal impact of new tax policies as budget analysts warn of potential shortfalls.
Ex-Trump Ally Marjorie Taylor Greene Slams Both Political Parties Amid 2026 Midterms
Former congresswoman who left office early after Trump falling out criticizes Washington leadership, calls voting for both parties 'worst ROI'