Browsing: Politics
As partisan rifts deepen, the Pentagon faces rare budget restraint. Washington’s clash over priorities, Ukraine and Israel aid, and debt limits will shape US defense spending in the year ahead.
As a federal shutdown looms, many Smithsonian museums and national monuments in D.C. could close. NBC4 Washington outlines what’s affected and suggests alternative local attractions.
Egypt’s deepening economic crisis is testing domestic stability, reshaping regional alignments, and forcing Washington to recalibrate its policy toward a key Middle East partner.
CNN’s “Badass Women of Washington” spotlights trailblazing female leaders shaping national policy, breaking barriers in politics, and redefining power in the U.S. capital.
A new Washington Post analysis ranks the top 20 billionaires shaping American politics, revealing how vast personal fortunes steer campaigns, policy debates and the future of U.S. democracy.
The USDA says November SNAP benefits will not be issued on Nov. 1, prompting concern among millions of low-income households as states adjust payment schedules and outreach efforts.
The U.S. government shutdown has become the longest in history, halting key services and paychecks. ABC News examines the political standoff, its impact, and what could finally end the impasse.
Dick Cheney, the hard-line vice president who reshaped executive power and dominated Washington’s national security debates after 9/11, has died at 84, his family announced.
As debate over congressional term limits resurfaces, Britannica examines their history, constitutional challenges, and potential impact on U.S. political power and accountability.
The Senate’s narrow budget vote advances Trump’s tax agenda but exposes Republican rifts, raises doubts about fiscal discipline, and sets up bruising fights over healthcare and future spending.
Washington Monthly profiles the reporter who tried to make Americans love politics again, tracing how his sharp insights, human stories, and relentless curiosity reshaped campaign coverage.
Once a dependable U.S. partner, Venezuela has become a symbol of estranged alliances. This article traces the political shifts, economic turmoil and mistrust that unraveled a decades-long relationship.
David Blankenhorn discusses Braver Angels’ mission to bridge America’s political divide, emphasizing respectful dialogue, depolarization strategies, and civic engagement on C-SPAN.
PBS examines the legal safeguards and vulnerabilities facing green card holders and foreign students in the U.S., from due process rights to risks of deportation amid changing immigration policies.
Washington is bracing for another government shutdown as partisan gridlock deepens. With key funding deadlines approaching, lawmakers show little sign of compromise.
A new U.S. intelligence report concludes a key Gulf ally covertly interfered in American politics, raising concerns over foreign influence, national security, and future bilateral relations.
A new ABC News poll shows rising U.S. concern over a possible government shutdown, with more Americans blaming Republicans and Donald Trump than Democrats for the looming crisis.
Critics are questioning Donald Trump’s new “anti-Christian bias” initiative, noting Christianity’s longstanding political dominance in the U.S. and challenging the need for such protections.
President Donald Trump has signed a stopgap funding bill, temporarily averting a government shutdown. The measure extends federal funding as lawmakers continue budget negotiations.
As voters tire of gridlock, Democrats test a new pitch: casting themselves as anti-establishment fixers in Washington. Can a party long tied to institutions sell disruption?