Author: Jackson Lee

FIFA and U.S. Soccer officials toured Washington, DC with Events DC leaders as the city showcased venues and infrastructure ahead of a crucial decision on 2026 World Cup host cities.

A new Tax Foundation analysis finds Washington’s proposed income tax could push the top marginal rate above 18%, intensifying debate over the state’s tax competitiveness and economic impact.

Washington D.C.’s quiet influence on Hollywood runs deeper than glamour and politics suggest, shaping scripts, narratives and access, as Salon.com uncovers in a revealing behind‑the‑scenes look.

President Donald Trump signed a deal Friday to end the longest U.S. government shutdown in history, agreeing to a temporary funding measure without securing border wall money.

President Trump is spotlighting crime in major US cities, drawing fresh attention and debate. WCVB examines recent crime statistics to show where the data supports, or contradicts, his claims.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russia is quietly offering major economic deals to U.S. interests, a move he says threatens Western unity and undermines sanctions.

Senate Democrats reached a deal with the White House on a government funding package, aiming to avert a shutdown while securing key domestic priorities, PBS reported Tuesday.

USA Today examines Donald Trump’s claim of a “big success” in cutting crime, comparing his rhetoric with federal data, expert analysis and long-term trends in U.S. public safety.

The Pentagon is weighing a shift of U.S. military aid from Ukraine to the Middle East, raising concerns among allies and lawmakers, The Washington Post reports.

Mourners across the D.C. area are gathering for memorial events honoring Sen. John McCain, with public viewings, motorcades and ceremonies planned amid heightened security.

The US Senate confirmed a former clerk to Justice Clarence Thomas, known for opposing transgender athletes in women’s sports, to a federal judgeship, sparking sharp partisan debate.

Team USA dominates many Winter Olympics events, but several sports remain elusive. From biathlon to Nordic combined, American athletes are still chasing their first-ever medals.

Washington Commanders legend Joe Theismann, 66, is aiming for an unlikely comeback, vying for a spot on Team USA’s inaugural Olympic flag football squad, reports Sports Illustrated.

American investors behind major U.S. teams are locked in a bitter dispute over control of a French soccer club, exposing rising tensions in global sports ownership and cross-border deals.

Washington, DC prepares for the 2026 National Cherry Blossom Festival, as Washington.org unveils events, travel tips, and cultural highlights for visitors worldwide.

Federal dollars make up a modest share of Washington state’s public school funding, highlighting ongoing debates over equity, state responsibility, and reliance on national support.

The New York Knicks fell to the Washington Wizards on Friday night, undone by poor perimeter defense and late turnovers in a 112-104 loss, the Bergen Record reported.

Donald Trump touted a breakthrough on lowering drug prices, but a closer look reveals pharmaceutical giants also benefited, raising questions about who truly gained from the policy shifts.

U.S. tax prosecutions have sharply declined as the Trump administration redirects crime-fighting resources, raising questions about enforcement priorities and long-term deterrence.

Billionaires now shape U.S. elections through super PACs, dark money, and direct campaign funding, raising urgent questions about political power, accountability, and democracy.