Washington, D.C. — Rep. Gerry Connolly, a Democrat representing Virginia’s 11th District, announced a recent esophageal cancer diagnosis earlier on Thursday after securing his ninth consecutive term in Congress. The diagnosis, shared in a letter to his constituents, came as a “surprise,” as Connolly reported minimal symptoms prior to the discovery. He plans to begin […]
During a Channel 4 interview in the United Kingdom on Election Night, Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) claimed that Americans who voted for Donald Trump did so because of racism. Her remarks have sparked a strong reaction, with critics suggesting that Democrats are leaning into a divisive strategy that alienates, rather than engages, the voters they […]
After Donald J. Trump’s stunning victory in the 2024 presidential race, as well as decisive victories in the House and Senate, the reactions from late-night TV hosts were nothing short of dramatic. Known for their comedic takes on politics, the late-night talk show circuit—which has become a bastion of liberal commentary—quickly shifted from jokes to […]
Democrats are still reeling after Donald Trump’s landslide victory… Democrats are turning on Joe Biden in the wake of Vice President Kamala Harris‘ loss to the former President. They say his advancing age, questions over his mental acuity and deep unpopularity put Democrats at a sharp disadvantage. According to reports from Politico, Democrats are livid […]
Arkansas senator cites family and Senate leadership goals in decision. Senator Tom Cotton (R-Ark.), previously a front-runner for Secretary of Defense, has informed President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team that he will not accept any roles in the upcoming administration, opting to remain in the Senate. Cotton is currently running for the position of GOP conference […]
Is the red wave about to become a red tsunami? Congressman Mike Johnson (R-La.) announced he is running for another term as Speaker of the House as Republicans hope to maintain control of the lower chamber. He sent a letter to GOP colleagues on Wednesday, asking for their support in the House-wide election that will likely take […]
In the aftermath of a crushing defeat on Election Night 2024, many Democrats are pointing to a host of convenient scapegoats to explain their underwhelming performance, with accusations that sexism and racism were major factors in their defeats. One area where Democrats have struggled, especially since the 2020 election, is with working-class voters—both white and […]
Arizona Senate candidate Kari Lake (R) remains in contention as vote counts continue to be tallied in the state’s closely watched U.S. Senate race. Though trailing progressive Democrat Ruben Gallego, the latest numbers offer a possible pathway to victory for the former gubernatorial candidate, according to election analysts. Lake, who narrowly lost Arizona’s 2022 gubernatorial […]
Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign has ended in a financial crisis, with reports revealing that her campaign is carrying at least $20 million in debt after a week of high spending in the final stretch before the election. According to multiple sources, including Politico’s Christopher Cadelago, Harris’s campaign raised over $1 billion but still found […]
ANALYSIS – Despite all the talk of an election that was too close to call, former Republican President Donald Trump has secured a historic and decisive victory in the 2024 presidential contest after soundly defeating Democrat Vice President Kamala Harris. As of this writing Trump has 295 Electoral College votes vs Harris’ 224, 25 more […]
PAUL’S DEFENSE BRIEF (PDB) – How, when and can the US military be deployed in American cities around the election? In this highly polarizing election season, law enforcement and intelligence groups have been warning that violence or unrest poses a threat to Tuesday’s election — and what could come next. We’re already seeing it: Ballot boxes […]
Explaining Trump’s Victory To Europe: The Values That Defined The Election
For Europeans who find themselves “shocked” and “surprised” by President-elect Donald Trump’s sweeping victory alongside Republican gains, allow me to explain. Much of this reaction stems from European media coverage, which has often painted Trump as unelectable and his policies as extreme. Political attitudes in Europe, shaped by a preference for consensus politics and a […]