Tillis, Murkowski say Trump tariffs tied to Greenland will hurt US, divide NATO
Sens. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) on Saturday slammed President Trump’s new 10 percent tariffs on Denmark and European allies, saying the tariffs will hurt the U.S. and divide NATO if the president takes Greenland by military force. “This response to our own allies for sending a small number of troops to Greenland…
Carville predicts GOP ‘wipeout’ in 2026 midterms
Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville predicted Saturday that the 2026 midterm elections will be a “wipeout” for Republicans, with Democrats picking up 25 seats “at a minimum.” “Frankly, it’s going to be a wipeout,” Carville told host Kayleigh McEnany on Fox News’s “Saturday in America.” “Your viewers need to know that the Democrats are going…
CNN analyst says ‘DOJ has lost its damn mind’ with Walz, Frey probe
CNN analyst Elie Honig blasted the Trump administration Friday evening after the Justice Department (DOJ) moved to subpoena Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey over the unrest following protests over immigration enforcement in the state. Honig, a former federal and state prosecutor, cast doubt on the strength of the department’s accusations that…
Federal judge blocks Trump administration from cutting off Minnesota SNAP benefits
A federal judge on Wednesday temporarily blocked the Trump administration from withholding tens of millions of dollars in funding for Minnesota’s food stamp program amid widespread claims of fraud. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins directed Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) in a letter last month to recertify the eligibility of nearly 100,000 households in four counties…
Israel Objects To U.S. Announcement Of Leaders Who Will Help Oversee Next Steps In Gaza
The committee announced by the White House on Friday includes no Israeli official but has an Israeli businessman, billionaire Yakir Gabay.
Trump Gives Himself A New Royal Nickname, Then Doubles Down In Late-Night Post
He also immediately began talking about himself in the third person.
Danish officials react to tariff threat: We will not ‘bow down’ to Trump’s ‘bullying tactics’
Denmark leaders are refusing to “back down” to the Trump administration after President Trump announced plans Saturday to impose new tariffs on the country and seven of its allies next month amid his push to acquire Greenland. Danish lawmaker Pelle Dragsted, in a translated post on social platform X, urged European leaders to demonstrate “solidarity…
Stephen Miller Justifies Proposed U.S. Takeover: ‘They Cannot Defend Greenland’
The White House deputy chief of staff argued that America has a right to Greenland because “tiny” Denmark can’t defend its territory against U.S. military force.
Ex-U.S. Attorney Rips Trump’s DOJ Probe Of Walz And Frey: ‘Different Level Of Outrage’
“It’s gotten worse in the last week or two before he was doing tawdry, petty, nasty personal recrimination,” said former federal prosecutor Harry Litman on MS Now.
Trump calls for regime change in Iran, blasts leader as ‘sick’: ‘It’s time’
President Trump on Saturday said it’s “time to look for new leadership” in Iran, after the nation’s leader lashed out at the president for supporting anti-government protesters and blamed the U.S. for the regime’s deadly crackdown. In an interview with Politico, Trump doubled down on his criticism of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and Tehran’s “use of violence”…
Trump announces 10 percent tariffs on Denmark, allies amid Greenland turmoil
President Trump announced Saturday that he will implement a 10 percent tariff on Denmark and its European allies starting next month, ratcheting up the pressure in his bid to acquire Greenland. “We have subsidized Denmark, and all of the Countries of the European Union, and others, for many years by not charging them Tariffs, or…
Trump isn’t ‘screwing around’ with our elections — it’s dangerous to suggest he is
Words matter. Matthews, as the consummate political insider, knows that better than most.
Trump’s year on immigration reflects massive change in American life
In his first year back in office, President Trump has completely shifted the U.S. approach to immigration, launching the most visible enforcement effort seen in history while closing the door to many legal pathways for entering the U.S. Trump promised to plug the border and crack down hard on those living in the country illegally,…
Iranian leader says ‘criminal’ Trump at fault for deadly protests
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei acknowledged Saturday that “several thousands” of people have been killed amid the mass of anti-government protests, casting blame on the U.S. and critics for the casualties. “In this revolt, the U.S. president made remarks in person, encouraged seditious people to go ahead and said: ‘We do not support you,…
Trump Announces Tariffs On 8 Countries Until U.S. Controls Greenland
“This Tariff will be due and payable until such time as a Deal is reached for the Complete and Total purchase of Greenland,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
Miller amid Greenland push: Nations not entitled to territories ‘they cannot defend’
White House deputy chief of staff Stephen Miller on Friday doubled down on the Trump administration’s argument that acquiring Greenland is “essential” for U.S. national security. “The new domain of international competition is going to be polar competition,” Miller told Fox News’s Sean Hannity, seeking to justify President Trump’s proposal to take over the Arctic…
Nearly 6 in 10 Americans believe economy is weak under Trump: Poll
Nearly 60 percent of Americans have a negative view of the economy under President Trump, according to a new survey. The Wall Street Journal poll, released earlier this week, found that 57 percent of respondents described the strength of the U.S. economy as “not so good” or “poor.” Only 9 percent of respondents said the…
Trump Administration Reportedly Drops Plan To Fold ATF Into DEA After Backlash
The reversal comes as the White House seeks Senate confirmation for Robert Cekada, the ATF’s deputy director, to serve as permanent director.
FAA advises airlines to take ‘caution’ when flying over Latin America
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday urged airlines to “exercise caution” when flying over parts of Latin America, warning of military activities and possible interference with satellite navigation capabilities. In several advisories, the agency said “potential risks exist for aircraft at all altitudes, including during overflight and the arrival and departure phases of flight.”…
As Trump’s Deadline For A Cap On Credit Card Rates Looms, Banks Have Only Questions — And No Answers
The White House has not provided any detail about what will happen to credit card companies that don’t lower card rates.
Trump Immigration Crackdown Has Made Chaos And Tension The New Normal In Minnesota
More than 2,000 officers are taking part in Operation Metro Surge, the Trump administration’s latest and biggest immigration crackdown yet.
Massie calls Clintons’ subpoena over Epstein ties ‘theater’: ‘Just release the doggone files’
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) on Wednesday dismissed his GOP colleagues’ subpoena of former President Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in its probe of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, calling the move “theater.” Massie was asked by the “Breaking Points” hosts about his pressure on the Trump administration to release the Epstein files…
Trump’s Takeover Threat Sparks Protests In Denmark Supporting Greenland
Some 17,000 Greenlanders live in Denmark, according to Danish authorities.
Iran’s Leader Calls Trump A ‘Criminal’ For Backing Protesters
In recent days, Trump had told protesting Iranians that “help is on the way” and that his administration would “act accordingly” if the killing of demonstrators continued.
Former federal prosecutor blasts DOJ over Walz, Frey subpoenas: ‘Total garbage’
Former federal prosecutor Harry Litman condemned the Justice Department’s (DOJ) probe into Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey (D) as “total garbage.” In an interview Friday on MS NOW, Litman called the investigation “a complete and utter non-starter.” “The statute that Ken refers to requires force, intimidation or threats,” Litman told…