Steve Martin Pitched A ‘Political’ Golden Globes Gag For Nikki Glaser That Went ‘Too Far’
The “Only Murders In The Building” star swiftly walked back the idea.
Denmark, Greenland seek Rubio meeting after Trump remarks
Officials in Denmark and Greenland are requesting a meeting with Secretary of State Marco Rubio after President Trump renewed his focus on acquiring the Arctic island, days after ousting Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. The White House on Tuesday reiterated Trump’s call for the U.S. to take over the Danish territory for national security reasons and…
Lawrence O’Donnell Names Top Trump Ally Who Is A ‘Case Study In Deep Personal Humiliation’
The MS NOW anchor likened the Trump acolyte to a pet.
Democrats see funding as key to curb Trump ambitions on Venezuela, Greenland and beyond
A growing number of Senate Democrats say they should use every tool at their disposal to rein in President Trump’s efforts to seize control of Venezuela and perhaps expand his administration’s territorial ambitions to Cuba, Colombia or possibly Greenland. Many Democrats — and Republicans — were left exhausted by the 43-day government shutdown that ended…
Trump puts oil at the center of Venezuela takeover
President Trump is putting oil at the center of his administration’s takeover of Venezuela. Over the weekend, the administration attacked Venezuela and captured its leader, Nicolás Maduro. In the months ahead of the attack, the Trump administration blew up alleged drug boats and seized oil tankers, saying it was doing so for national security reasons.…
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Republicans risk erasing gains with young voters
Some Republicans are concerned they could be erasing their gains with young voters, a blue-leaning demographic that President Trump made significant inroads with in 2024. Recent polling has shown young voters overwhelmingly disapproving of Trump and the GOP amid increasing anxiety over the state of the economy, while young people played a big role in…
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Donald Trump’s New Nickname For Himself Fails To Clean Up With Critics
The White House leaned into the new moniker with a mascot-themed image.
Donald Trump’s Rambling House GOP Speech Gets The Most Brutal Edit From Kimmel
The end of the montage said it all.
Donald Trump Admits Melania Trump Hates These 2 Things He Does
The first lady said the president’s supporters “don’t like it, they’re just being nice to you,” he claimed.
Colbert Gives Trump A Scathing ‘Kennedy Center Honors’ Review
The “Late Show” host teased the president about the dismal TV ratings for his first time hosting the ceremony.
‘Daily Show’ Roasts Mike Johnson’s Venezuela Talk With An Out-Of-This-World Comparison
Ronny Chieng mocked the House speaker for his attempt to ease Americans’ minds about the deadly U.S. raid in Venezuela.
Venezuela To Export $2 Billion Worth Of Oil To U.S. In Deal With Washington
The agreement is a strong sign that the Venezuelan government is responding to Trump’s demand that they open up to U.S. oil companies.
Jeffries is taking Trump’s threats against Greenland ‘seriously’
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said Tuesday that he is taking President Trump’s threats about taking over Greenland “seriously.” “Everything the President says at this point we have to take seriously because he is uncommitted to the rule of law, uncommitted to the Constitution and uncommitted to doing anything that actually makes life better…
‘It’s A Damn Shame’: GOP Senator Blasts Trump’s Mass Pardon Of Jan. 6 Rioters
In a speech on the fifth anniversary of the deadly attack on the U.S. Capitol, Thom Tillis declared: “We have to speak truth to power.”
Trump’s Threats Against Greenland Draw GOP Pushback
“We’re not going to take over another country that’s our ally,” Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) said of President Trump’s threats against Greenland.
Democrat wins Virginia state Senate special election
Democrat Mike Jones on Tuesday glided to victory in the special election for a Richmond-area seat in Virginia’s state Senate, according to Decision Desk HQ. Jones defeated Republican John Thomas in the race to replace Ghazala Hashmi, who was elected as Virginia’s lieutenant governor in November. Democrats were expected to carry the district, which former…
Trump: Venezuela to turn over 30-50M barrels of oil to US
President Trump said late Tuesday that Venezuela is going to turn over 30 million to 50 million barrels of oil to the U.S., an announcement that follows the recent operation in which U.S. military forces captured Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. “I am pleased to announce that the Interim Authorities in Venezuela will be turning over…
Michael Reagan, eldest son of Ronald Reagan, dies at 80
Michael Reagan, the eldest son of former President Reagan, has died at the age of 80, according to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute. “The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute mourns the passing of Michael Reagan, the eldest son of President Ronald Reagan and Jane Wyman, and a steadfast guardian of his father’s…
Rick Scott backs Machado for president of Venezuela
Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) on Tuesday said he backs Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado as Venezuela’s new leader after President Nicolás Maduro was ousted from power following a U.S. operation Saturday. “María Corina Machado is a fighter, she is loved by Venezuelans in Venezuela, and in America, and in Chile, and in Colombia,…
Crockett compares Trump to Maduro
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) said Tuesday that President Trump attempted to be “a Maduro of the United States” on the day of the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol attack, referring to Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. “I do want to just say this. Everyone wants to talk about how Maduro was illegitimate. As we sit here…
Freed Jan. 6 Rioters March To Capitol Demanding More From Trump Administration
Trump’s pardon recipients want more retribution, more restitution.
Who is Judge Alvin Hellerstein, the 92-year-old overseeing Maduro case?
Judge Alvin Hellerstein, one of the longest-serving sitting judges in the U.S., is set to oversee the high-profile case for Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. Hellerstein has had a career spanning decades inside the courtroom and will preside over Maduro’s case for the Southern District of New York. The 92-year-old has handled high-profile legal proceedings in the…
Trump Scolds NYT Photographer For Making Him Look ‘Heavy’ In Photos
The president directly called out a Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer in the middle of his speech at the Kennedy Center.
The Irony In The Trump Administration’s Attack On Hilton Hotels
Trump has been a booster for the franchise model that helps shift responsibility away from big brands like Hilton.
House Democrats reconvene Jan. 6 committee to counter Trump on anniversary
House Democrats reconvened the House Select Jan. 6 Committee for the fifth anniversary of the attack on the Capitol, reflecting on the significance of the riot and actions from President Trump they say risk the future of American Democracy. Staged as a forum, it’s the first time the panel has been assembled since a series…