POLITICS

Brendan Doughtie, 22, flipped a red Rutherford County seat on a renter's platform of affordable housing, landfill closure, and a data centre ban.

Karoline Leavitt's White House farewell post was tagged 'Made with AI' on X. Here's what triggered the label and how to spot it on your own feed.

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement plans to spend up to $20M on electric shock gloves, sparking criticism from civil rights groups over their necessity and potential misuse.

US President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to 33% in a recent poll, highlighting growing public dissatisfaction and potential implications for the upcoming midterm elections.

Trump's Truth Social suffers a 36% traffic plunge, yet Wall Street firms are paying up to $100,000 a month for faster access to Trump's market-moving posts.

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker accuses Trump of putting reporters in harm's way after he secretly switched planes amid an alleged Iranian threat.

A Yale study says Medicare for All could save 114,000 lives yearly and cut costs by $1 trillion. Bernie Sanders renews his push for universal healthcare amid rising premiums.

Former Trump lawyer Ty Cobb warns new US Attorney General Todd Blanche would seize ballots before the 2026 midterms and likens Trump's power consolidation to Hitler in 1934.

A resurfaced video reveals Mayor Mamdani's electoral strategy, highlighting the use of white progressive figures to gain votes from ideological constituents, bridging gaps between minority candidates and progressive voters.

Senator Bernie Sanders urges OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta to halt AI development, warning of risks and calling for safety commitments. He hints at Senate intervention if ignored.

Oil prices rose sharply this week as Iran does not plan to negotiate with US President Donald Trump until he remains in office, which is until 20 January 2029.

Taylor Swift's songs were removed from Trump-affiliated TikTok posts, fuelling speculation about a policy change allowing artists to target specific accounts. TikTok has not confirmed any changes prompted by Swift.

Trump claims he's 'one of the greatest presidents ever,' but Jake Sherman pushes back as their viral exchange raises fresh questions about impeachment and the 2026 midterms.

Donald Trump's assertion of increasing minority support for Republicans is contradicted by recent polls, which indicate a decline in his approval among Black and Hispanic voters since 2024.

Taylor Swift's music was removed from Trump campaign TikTok videos due to copyright issues, underscoring their ongoing feud. The removals highlight selective enforcement and unresolved tensions between the two.

Tech billionaire Elon Musk faces intense backlash after claiming Hitler was a left-wing socialist, prompting critics on social media to label him a moron over his historical revisionism.

Taylor Swift muted Donald Trump's TikTok video, sparking online reactions. Trump's team responded by using her song 'Red' as a GOP anthem, escalating their ongoing political tension.

JD Vance's Fox News interview ignited a political firestorm after his anti-fraud remarks prompted critics to turn the spotlight on Donald Trump's legal history.

Trump has revived his 'last Republican president' warning, using Abdul El-Sayed's Michigan Senate win to press GOP senators to end the filibuster and pass the stalled SAVE America Act.

Senate Republicans voted to hold Anthony Fauci in contempt and sent a criminal referral to the Justice Department, but Trump has kept his distance, and analysts doubt a prosecution will stick.

New Orleans has implemented AI to manage non-critical 911 calls, aiming to improve dispatcher efficiency. The move has sparked debate over transparency and the role of AI in emergency services.

Cardi B's new single 'Ah Ha' reignites her political feud with Donald Trump, sparking online debate and showcasing her blend of music and political commentary.

The DNC's financial deficit and its implications for the midterms. Compare its cash reserves with the Republican Party and the potential impact on election outcomes.

Crews are dismantling a newly installed granite presidential seal on Trump's White House helipad after he demanded it sit level with the horizon, forcing a costly redo before Xi's visit.

Missouri voters rejected Amendment 5, killing a plan to phase out state income tax and expand sales taxes, in a defeat that warns other US states eyeing the same swap.

A second photo of Mitch McConnell and Elaine Chao fuels conspiracy theories about his health and her political influence, as questions arise over the photo's authenticity and Chao's recent actions.

Senator Tim Kaine questions the legality of US military strikes on alleged drug boats, citing potential innocent casualties and ineffective drug flow disruption.

The cryptocurrency analyst and founder of Echo Capital Innovations participated in Blockchain Education Day on Capitol Hill, joining lawmakers, congressional staff, and industry representatives in discussions surrounding FIT21, SAB 121, and the future of blockchain regulation in the United States.

International investors continue to back the UAE, citing its stable economy, strong financial sector, and long-term investment appeal despite geopolitical uncertainty.