Author: Ava Thompson

The White House lawn is being transformed into a temporary UFC arena to celebrate Donald Trump’s 80th birthday, sparking intense debate over security, decorum, and political spectacle.

USA TODAY has launched a dedicated Royals vertical, bolstering its coverage of the British monarchy with the hire of Washington Post reporter Jennifer Hassan, citybiz reports.

A new Washington Post survey finds many Americans doubt the authenticity of reported assassination attempts on Donald Trump, revealing deep partisan divides and rising distrust in political news.

The White House Correspondents’ Dinner has named mentalist Oz Pearlman as its 2025 host, USA Today reports, marking an unconventional choice for the annual media and politics gala.

The Trump administration proposes deeper Education Department cuts, shifting special education oversight and weakening civil rights enforcement, sparking alarm among advocates and lawmakers.

President Donald Trump’s reported interest in purchasing Greenland from Denmark raises questions over NATO dynamics, strategic Arctic ambitions, legal hurdles, and local opposition in the autonomous territory.

Oddsmakers have released the early line for Washington vs. Oregon in Week 14 of the 2025 season, with the Huskies opening as narrow favorites in a matchup loaded with Pac-12 title implications.

Trump’s trade agenda is upending decades of global economic policy, redrawing alliances and supply chains even as economists warn of instability, retaliation and mounting uncertainty.

A new report identifies school districts nationwide adopting “sanctuary” policies for immigrant students, sparking debate over local authority, federal law, and classroom safety.

Reuters’ US Politics newsletter dissects Trump’s controversial foreign policy moves, from backing Venezuela’s opposition to his startling interest in purchasing Greenland.

As the Trump administration deploys a robust federal presence in Washington, D.C., officials in other targeted cities denounce the move as political overreach and vow legal resistance.

A US Park Police officer was seriously wounded in an apparent ambush shooting in Washington DC, prompting a citywide manhunt and renewed concerns over rising gun violence.

Sports betting regulations in the US are evolving rapidly. Our 2026 by-state guide at rg.org breaks down legal markets, new legislation, and key consumer protections across all 50 states.

Congress missed a funding deadline amid partisan clashes over spending and border policy, triggering a partial government shutdown and disrupting key federal services nationwide.

The mother of a murdered congressional intern has called for Donald Trump to take control of Washington, D.C., criticizing local leadership and arguing the city has failed to curb violent crime.

U.S. News’ 2025 Best Undergraduate Business Programs ranking highlights shifting leadership among elite schools, with competition tightening and new contenders rising in key specialties.

As Tunisia’s political crisis deepens, Washington weighs its options—balancing democratic ideals, security cooperation, and regional stability in crafting its policy response.

U.S. and Iranian negotiators have reached a tentative deal to extend the ceasefire and launch new nuclear talks, PBS reports, marking a cautious step toward easing regional tensions.

DC officials unveiled layered security plans for major America 250 events, detailing road closures, surveillance upgrades, and interagency coordination to manage crowds and potential threats.

The federal government is adding Donald Trump’s name or image to a dozen new locations and projects, raising debate over political symbolism, public space, and historical legacy.