UK abuse scandal ‘ignored because victims were working-class boys from north’, minister says
Jake Richards announces measures to prevent abuse like that at Medomsley detention centre in County Durham
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Top Platner ally turns on him after bombshell rape allegation rocks campaign: ‘Red line’
Support for embattled Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is cratering among Democrats, with one of his most prominent supporters calling on him to exit the race following a harrowing rape allegation.
Platner on the Ledge After Sexual-Assault Allegation
The Maine Democrat again denies misconduct but is considering “the path forward,” which could mean withdrawal in favor of a new nominee.
Report warns Russia using shadow fleet to probe NATO drone defenses
A new IISS report links Russia's shadow fleet vessels to 144 suspected drone incursions over NATO military bases and nuclear sites across Europe.
It Is Time For Graham Platner To Go
Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner has been plagued by scandals and allegations, but he should end his campaign as he has now been accused of rape.
What Trump’s FIFA Scandal Says About His Politics
Now the whole world is getting a lesson in presidential coercion.
The Supreme Court Just Helped Trump Hamstring the Next Democratic President
Donald Trump has another weapon he can wield on his way out the door.
Starmer to rally European allies at Nato summit amid concerns over US stance
Outgoing PM will stress British commitment to defence spending at meeting in Ankara to counter Trump rebukes
Blue city gang bangers slapped with multiple charges after massive sex trafficking crackdown
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that it had carried out 20 federal warrants and 10 arrests last Wednesday in connection with sex trafficking operations in Los Angeles by the Hoover Criminals Gang (HCG), a group known for its human exploitation.
China launches rare submarine ballistic missile as Pacific allies strengthen defense ties before NATO summit
China's rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test into the Pacific Ocean drew sharp rebukes from Australia and Japan ahead of NATO's Ankara summit.
Graham Platner Will ‘Reflect on Best Path Forward’ After Sex Assault Allegation
Graham Platner, the progressive Democrat running for Senate in Maine, has been accused of sexual assault and says he will weigh his options.
It’s Impossible to Reconcile Two of John Roberts’ Biggest Decisions This Term
There is no principled way to square these blockbuster opinions.
Explosive sexual assault allegation rocks Platner campaign ahead of key deadline in crucial Senate race
Rumors are swirling on social media about the future of Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner after several campaign events were canceled and a Politico report accused him of sexual assault ahead of a key deadline in the race.
Pence commends Trump for winning freedom of Beijing's Zion Church pastor Ezra Jin from Chinese detention
Former Vice President Mike Pence publicly praised President Donald Trump on Monday for successfully securing the release of pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, a prominent underground Christian leader detained by Chinese authorities.
Socialist mayor Katie Wilson silent amid protests over ‘human dumping ground’ ahead of US World Cup match
Seattle socialist mayor Katie Wilson is facing protests ahead of today’s U.S. World Cup match in her city as members of the local Chinese and Vietnamese communities are accusing her of abandoning their neighborhoods to crime and open air drug dealing.
Democrats Score A Big Win Against Shady Trump’s Board Of Peace
The Trump administration took the unheard-of step of having the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office apply for Trump's trademark for the Board of Peace, but Democratic pressure stopped it dead.
Consultant doctors in England vote for NHS strikes over pay and working week
Year-long mandate for action prompts fears of fresh disruption after resident doctors recently ended dispute
We’re Not Doomed to Live Under the Supreme Court’s Mistakes. Here Are Five Ways Congress Can Clean Up SCOTUS’s Mess
Congress used to overturn several opinions practically every term.
Trump heads to NATO as tensions simmer with Europe
President Trump's grievances with several European governments over their refusal to join the U.S. war with Iran have cast a pall over the summit.
Fraudster George Cottrell seen at numerous Reform events despite ‘no formal role’ in party
Nigel Farage urged to clarify ‘dependence’ on Cottrell,
Johnson Offers Trump SAVE Act Consolation Prize
With Congress paralyzed and the midterms approaching, Republicans want Trump to settle for a proof-of-citizenship grant program.
The Guardian view on apprenticeships: young people need help getting started at work | Editorial
Editorial: Existing staff are taking too much of a fund intended for new recruits.
More than 300,000 pupils estimated absent after England World Cup win
Exclusive: Initial figures are yet to be confirmed by DfE,
Trump Admits Pushing FIFA to Let Birthright Citizen Play World Cup Game
Donald Trump said he called FIFA President Gianni Infantino and requested the suspension of Folarin Balogun be overturned ahead of Belgium match.
Trump Declares Himself Savior of July 4 Fireworks
Donald Trump has been fretting about the crowd size for his July 4 speech on the National Mall for some time.
ICE renews hunt for El Chapo’s last two fugitive sons with massive reward
"Two down and two to go" blared the new wanted poster targeting the two remaining fugitive sons of infamous Mexican cartel kingpin Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman-Loera, who is serving life-plus-30-years in Colorado's federal supermax prison.
FLASHBACK: As America turns 250, here's how the nation celebrated its biggest birthdays
From the 1826 Jubilee to the 2025 Semiquincentennial, America 250 continues a tradition of milestone celebrations honoring the Declaration of Independence.
Democrats’ civil war heads to Michigan where progressives face biggest test yet in high-stakes Senate showdown
Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens collide in the Michigan Senate Democratic primary as the progressive vs. establishment battle hits a new stage.
Farage is on the brink but if he goes, Labour can’t rest easy: people still need something worth voting for | Gaby Hinsliff
The Reform funding scandals could yet bring down its leader – and give Andy Burnham a head start.
Senate hopeful says Texas home to the 'best drag queens in the nation' in resurfaced comments
James Talarico praised Texas drag queens as "some of the best" while criticizing a drag show law, drawing sharp attacks from his Republican rival.
Angela Rayner goes full beige in her push for an Andy Burnham promotion
Angie did her best to not say anything controversial in a presenting gig on LBC.
Farage cries ‘witch-hunt’ but this may be Reform’s Partygate moment
Media scrutiny of party leader’s finances has undermined his claim to be a politician in tune with typical voters
America owes black women ‘everything,’ Rep. Jasmine Crockett rants over July 4 weekend
Controversial and outspoken outgoing Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, is facing online backlash after comments she made over the Independence Day weekend revealing what she thinks the United States owes Black women.
Newsom-backed commission transfers popular coastline to indigenous tribes
A popular stretch of California’s Mendocino County coastline is being handed over to an Indigenous peoples group after a Gov. Gavin Newsom-backed state commission approved the transfer of 136 acres of beach and coastal bluffs.
Spencer Pratt lights social media on fire with viral takedown of ‘vile, commie mayor’ Mamdani
Spencer Pratt called New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani a "vile, commie" after the mayor used July 4th to criticize ICE and American history.
Explosive House report reveals secret operation inside China at center of South Korea’s fight with US company
House Judiciary Committee report alleges South Korea's far-left government has systematically discriminated against American companies like Coupang.
Brown Jackson’s latest spotlight moment fuels accusations she’s forgetting her day job: ‘Not celebrities’
Critics slam Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson after Essence magazine dubs her "the people's champion" on its cover, saying justices aren't celebrities.
Farage under pressure over gifts from convicted fraudster – The Latest
As Nigel Farage awaits the findings of a standards watchdog investigation into a £5m gift he received from the cryptocurrency billionaire Christopher Harborne, fresh allegations about his finances have emerged related to benefits received from the crypto entrepreneur George Cottrell, who has previously been convicted of fraud.
FIFA’s reversal of red card after Trump phone call prompts international uproar
Trump frequently pushes the boundaries of long-standing norms. He also has a history of using phone calls to pressure officials to reach an outcome he wants.
Trump May Have Just Broken the World Cup: Live Updates
His intervention and FIFA’s subsequent decision to unsuspend Folarin Balogun have made a complete mess of the tournament. Here’s the latest.
Socialist House hopeful under fire for pro-Palestinian July 4 message
Claire Valdez's Fourth of July post calling for "liberation from Palestine to Puerto Rico" drew sharp bipartisan backlash.
Celtic leaders doubt Burnham’s devolution drive will go beyond England’s borders
Would-be prime minister has made basic missteps in pitches to Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland Andy Burnham’s devolution promises are yet to impress sceptical Celtic administrations hoping for a reset with Westminster, sources in Cardiff and Edinburgh have said.
Not Even Children In The Oval Office Can Stop A Trump Meltdown
A group of kids were brought into the Oval Office for an event promoting "Trump Accounts," but the president soon started lying about the size of his crowd on the 4th of July.
Trump says he 'immediately overturned' decision to cancel July 4 festivities in DC
President Donald Trump said in a Sunday Truth Social post that he had "overturned" a decision to cancel festivities in Washington D.C. on Saturday due to weather.
Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History promotes ‘extreme political activism,’ WH report alleges
A 162-page White House report accuses the National Museum of American History of ideological capture and abandoning straightforward education.
Trump bets on former NATO troublemaker as Turkey’s strategic value surges
Trump says he's attending the NATO summit in Ankara because of Erdoğan, signaling closer U.S.-Turkey defense cooperation amid unresolved S-400 tensions.
Sources corroborate whistleblower claims of corruption, quid pro quo culture inside powerful NYC union
A whistleblower letter alleges Richard Maroko and New York Hotel Trades Council leaders accepted gifts from hotel executives in quid pro quo dealings.
Capitol agenda: Jeffries takes hands-off approach to Israel
As Democrats wrestled with how to handle a politically thorny vote, Jeffries offered caucus forums but little guidance.
Far-left House candidate ripped for ‘disgusting’ vote on misgendering bill: ‘Disqualifying’
Manny Rutinel helped pass the Kelly Loving Act, which deems deadnaming and misgendering as coercive control in child custody court decisions.
It Turns Out Banning Teens From Social Media Is Hard
Early lessons from Australia’s law booting kids off platforms like Instagram and YouTube.
14 propositions that could remake California taxes, housing, healthcare and elections
In addition to high-stakes U.S. House races, California voters in November will also weigh in on a slew of ballot measures.
Even without birthright citizenship, Supreme Court co-signs much of Trump’s immigration agenda
Recent Supreme Court decisions raise significant consequences for immigrants who have made their lives in the U.S.
Cibophobia Is the Irrational Fear of Which Activity?
Test your wits on the Slate Quiz for July 6, 2026.
There Are Many Things That Could Increase the Birth Rate. This Major One Is Usually Ignored
Conservatives tend to blame women for declining fertility. They’re wrong.
The Young Catholic Elite Poised to Take Over MAGA
On a muggy Saturday evening in May, 30 young men and a few women, all Christian and mostly Catholic, filed into a 19th-century redbrick building on Capitol Hill, part of Hillsdale College’s Washington, D.C., campus.
Farage warned attack against ‘establishment’ over unregistered gifts could lead to harsher punishment – UK politics live
Reform UK leader claims he is victim of ‘hit job’ as parliamentary standards commissioner investigates £5m donation
How Hakeem Jeffries is handling the most divisive issue in Democratic politics
The minority leader is letting his caucus hash out their Israel disagreements over a series of private conversations, withholding his own guidance for now.
The midterms are months away. The scramble to get on Congress’ tax writing committees has already started
Dozens of lawmakers in both parties and chambers are clamoring to serve on the powerful panels in 2027.
Here is a police statement: we are not woke or anti-woke, or fighting a culture war. We just strive to be fair | Matt Jukes
As a review highlights leadership deficiencies, we see the need for improvement.
‘It’s smoke and mirrors’: hope turns to fear in Scottish village chosen for AI datacentre
Suspicions grow in Lanarkshire that local people have been misled on supposed benefits of the huge development
The “Shakedown Artist” Behind CA’s Billionaire Tax
How a one-time 5 percent billionaire tax is shaking up 2028.
Trump barely knows who Britain’s next prime minister is. How will Burnham handle him?
Little-known abroad, Andy Burnham has a chance to define a new era of US-UK relations. Should he seek to charm or bargain with the bully in the White House – or treat him ‘like a poorly informed constituent’?
The EU that the UK left no longer exists | Mujtaba Rahman
Andy Burnham’s rise has stoked talk of the terms for a future British return – but this is the wrong question,
What Makes America Great Was on Display in D.C. — Just Not at Trump’s Celebration
Donald Trump’s America 250 celebration, including the depressing state fair on the National Mall, was devoid of everything that makes America great.
Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow drops out of Senate race weeks before primary
Mallory McMorrow announced Sunday that she is suspending her campaign for the U.S. Senate. The Michigan state senator's decision leaves the Democratic primary as a two-way race between Rep. Haley Stevens and former Wayne County Health Department Director Abdul El-Sayed. McMorrow's name will remain on the ballot for the Aug. 4 primary as ballots have already been printed and distributed to absentee voters, according to Bridge Michigan.
Declining Trump Caught Sleeping During 4th Of July Fireworks
Trump was supposed to speak for 45 minutes, but he only lasted 35 minutes, and apparently Trump was so tired that he couldn't stay awake as fireworks were going off around him.
Trump shares news of ‘crytal clear’ Reflecting Pool, calls for vandalism suspect’s arrest
Photos shared on Truth Social show the Lincoln Reflecting Pool appearing crystal clear after advanced nanobubbler technology allegedly killed the algae.
Bill Clinton blasts Trump as Americans mark nation’s 250th anniversary
Former President Bill Clinton took a swipe at President Donald Trump in a statement posted to X marking the nation's 250th birthday, urging Americans to reject division and embrace the country's founding ideals without mentioning Trump by name.
Trump Said a Bunch of Weird Stuff About History in July 4th Speech
Donald Trump made bizarre or inaccurate comments about the nation’s founding, the Civil War, and World War II during his America 250 speech.
It must be bad for Nige and his finances if it’s Honest Bob Jenrick to the rescue | John Crace
‘Nothing to see here,’ says the man who once overruled council planners in favour of Richard ‘Dirty’ Desmond
Newsom blames Trump for DOJ probe, but reports say investigation predates his administration
Reports suggest the federal probe into Gavin Newsom's orbit began during the Biden administration, complicating his claims of a Trump-directed attack.
Top highlights from Trump’s late night July 4 address: ‘No dream in history is bigger’
Trump delivered a 37-minute America 250 speech after a lightning delay, honoring gold star families and vowing to defeat communism forever.
Polo shirts, Clarks Wallabees, shorts: Burnham has finessed his style. Can he carry it to high office? | Morwenna Ferrier
The likely next prime minister might have to leave his ‘Manchester clothes’ in the cupboard when he gets to No 10, says the Guardian’s fashion and lifestyle editor Morwenna Ferrier
Expert who fled Cuba warns of ‘vicious cycle’ that will lead to ‘communists in double digits’ in Congress
Mike Gonzalez, who fled communist Cuba, warns a vicious cycle of socialist candidates winning could put communists in double digits in Congress.
Barabak: Happy Birthday, America! You've weathered another rough year
War, inflation and presidential grifting mark an Independence Day best put in the past. But America has made it through worse times, which lends perspective and offers hope for better times ahead.
9/11 Museum CEO reflects on lasting impact of terror attacks as America marks 250th birthday
The 9/11 Memorial Museum marks America's 250th anniversary alongside the 25th anniversary of the attacks, highlighting recovery and resilience.
Before the Boston Tea Party, there were New Hampshire’s Pine Tree Riots
NASHUA, N.H. - As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its independence, the actions of Massachusetts colonists in contributing to the outbreak of the American Revolution will once again be in the national spotlight.
The U.S. Lost to Belgium in 2014. Things Have Changed
This Fourth of July weekend, if you are looking for a brief timewarp back to a moment in your lifetime when America felt almost normal, may I direct you to the last time the United States played Belgium in a World Cup.
America’s 250th celebration in nation’s capital boosted by iconic automaker’s 2-week tribute to innovation
Ford's free Union Station exhibit features 10 historic vehicles from the Ford Heritage Vault, including a Model T and a 1934 pickup on loan from Jay Leno.
Trump set to deliver 'historic' speech celebrating America's 250th anniversary
President Donald Trump is set to deliver what the White House is calling a "historic" speech Saturday night before a massive fireworks display celebrating America's 250th anniversary.
Paul Pelosi, 86, faces a hit-and-run charge after striking a parked car in Napa County: sheriff’s office
Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., is facing a misdemeanor hit-and-run charge after authorities say he struck a parked vehicle in Napa County, California, on Friday, and drove away before his own car became disabled.
Trump pardons 9 people convicted of tampering with emission controls on diesel engines
Trump pardoned people convicted of Clean Air Act violations who he said were “persecuted by the Biden Administration” and punished for “fixing their car.”
Pope Leo urges US to welcome immigrants in America 250 speech before visiting global migrant hotspot
Pope Leo XIV accepted the 2026 Liberty Medal virtually from the Vatican before departing for Lampedusa to urge Europe to accept more migrants.
OpenAI’s Sam Altman wants to negotiate a 5% stake in company for US if competitors agree to key provision
OpenAI founder and CEO Sam Altman is considering offering 5% of his company to the U.S. in a deal negotiated with President Donald Trump if his other AI competitors agree to do the same, the Financial Times reported Thursday.
GOP hopes for a Trump Accounts boost
And Bill Pulte's firings begin.
NC governor faces criticism for skipping Trump-backed America 250 event
Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., is blasting North Carolina's state government’s decision to boycott the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., accusing the state's Democratic governor of injecting politics into America's 250th birthday celebration.
Why Independence Day is About Us — Not a Single Leader
The Fourth of July is about community, not a single leader like Donald Trump, and it’s only through community that we can remake America.
Top Trump official touts how DC makeover is proof America is rejecting ‘decline by choice’
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum is defending President Donald Trump’s many initiatives to address infrastructure in Washington, D.C., calling it a visible reminder that the country needs to actively press back against decline.
Pro-Trump artist unleashes powerful message about American flag, touts massive Old Glory painting
A Trump-supporting artist is painting a potentially record-breaking 9-by-17-foot American flag at the Great American State Fair, but he insists the flag belongs to everyone no matter political party.
Newsom, Walz urge Congress to block anti-climate bill in their ‘woke’ crusade
Democratic governors urge Congress to reject the Stop Climate Shakedowns Act as the Supreme Court prepares to hear the Boulder ExxonMobil lawsuit.
Immigrant business owner who built the American Dream says birth tourism is a ‘slap in the face’
Kris Ramsingh, a Trinidad-born Virginia businessowner, calls birthright citizenship a 'slap in the face' to legal immigrants who worked hard.
Is 250 Even That Old for a Country?
Italy. Japan. Greece! There are many countries that seem older.
Beer, BBQ and America: Lawmakers share their favorite traditions for the nation’s birthday
America’s 250th birthday is a milestone in the nation’s history that, in Washington, D.C., was marked by thunderous fireworks, flyovers and a fair on the National Mall.
When It Comes to Anniversaries, Trump Is No Gerald Ford
Historian Douglas Brinkley on the Semiquincentennial bummer.
House Dems dodge questions on SCOTUS trans athlete ruling, shift blame to ‘culture wars’
House Democrats mostly sidestepped questions on the Supreme Court ruling that now allows states to ban student-athletes from competing on sports teams or in leagues that correspond with their gender identity rather than their biological sex.
Al Green responds to July 4 question with renewed call to impeach Trump
Democratic lawmakers affirm pride in American democracy and freedoms while voicing concerns about the administration ahead of the 250th Independence Day.
Thanks to SCOTUS, Bad History Might Actually Kill America
How many bad originalists does it take to screw over an independent agency?
Trump hails America as ‘most exceptional nation ever to exist’ in Mount Rushmore speech
President Trump declared communism the greatest threat facing the USA and vowed the country would never become a communist nation in his Mount Rushmore speech.
Trump grants pardons to 'persecuted' mechanics in right-to-repair crackdown: 'I am setting them all free'
President Donald Trump on Friday announced full executive pardons for six people he claims were "persecuted" by the Biden administration for simply "fixing their car."
Reform UK-led council fails to attract any sponsors for union flag scheme
Party justified plan to hang flags at sites in Nottinghamshire on basis that local businesses would foot £75k bill
Mamdani blasts ICE agents, Elon Musk and ‘supremacy’ in America 250 speech ahead of July 4 weekend
Zohran Mamdani blasted Elon Musk, ICE and oligarchs in a fiery America 250 speech flanked by naturalized citizens ahead of July 4 weekend.
Off-the-Record: Toy Story 5 Did NOT Make Mary Cry
It’s Pixar versus pixels.
The Good Liars find state fair MAGA fans who rank Trump over God
Time and time again, I count myself lucky that The Good Liars are willing to wade into the backwoods of MAGA country so I don't have to. They've made an extremely stable career out of showing up at Trump-centric events and documenting them in their attendees' own words, and it doesn't get much more Trump-centric than the Great American State Fair.
Trump calls out NATO ahead of summit, calling it ‘ridiculous’ for US to persist on ‘one sided path’
President Donald Trump targeted the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), venting frustration about the alliance in Thursday social media posts.
Cruz pushes bill to hold tax-exempt sponsors accountable as DOJ probes Singham network
Ted Cruz pushes the SPONSOR Act to strip tax-exempt status from nonprofits funding political violence as the DOJ launches a grand jury probe.
How Trump Made America’s 250th Anniversary About Himself: An Incomplete List
Donald Trump is trying to make America’s 250th anniversary about himself, from putting his face on federal building to the celebration itself.
America Was Never a Democracy
“The truth is, part of our government, since the founding, has been authoritarian.”
Democratic senate candidate called for mass release of criminals during prison abolition webinar
Abdul El-Sayed called for decarceration and abolishing prisons in an unearthed 2020 webinar, raising concerns about his Michigan Senate race bid.
Republican unveils Declaration of Independence bill ahead of America’s 250th birthday
A newly elected Republican lawmaker is putting America's founding principles back before Congress ahead of the nation's 250th birthday, arguing the country must recommit to them as socialist ideas gain traction on the left.
We asked Americans to grade the economy. Then we asked if it would change their vote
Americans at the Great American Fair gave the economy a grade B but said values, faith, family and party affiliation matter more at the ballot box.
James Carville breaks with famous ‘It’s the economy, stupid’ slogan because of Trump
James Carville says his famous 1992 catchphrase "It's the economy, stupid" now haunts him because of what he calls Trump's corruption today.
Karl Ove Knausgaard ‘Can’t Enjoy When Norway Is Playing’
Norway is not a traditional soccer power, but its arrival at the World Cup’s Round of 16 feels entirely expected.
Vulnerable House Dem’s bipartisanship push clashes with fantasy to ‘beat the s--- out of’ Hegseth
Rep. Susie Lee, D-Nev., who is up for reelection in a crucial swing-district, said she wanted to “beat the s--- out of" Pete Hegseth after touting bipartisanship during an address to Nevadans.
Trump kicks off Fourth of July weekend with symbolic salute to America’s legacy
President Donald Trump will open America’s 250th Independence Day weekend with a return to Mount Rushmore, reviving one of the most symbolic scenes of his first administration as the White House stages a week of patriotic events across some of the country’s most recognizable landmarks.
Massachusetts woman steps in after ‘shameful’ Dem governor boycotts Great American State Fair
Massachusetts women pays her own way to the Great American State Fair after Gov. Maura Healey and other Democratic governors boycott Freedom 250 event.
Trump refashions America’s 250th as a celebration of himself
Historians say the nation's 250th anniversary has become a politicized spectacle, a celebration of an imperial presidency.
Think You’re Smarter Than Slate’s Features Editor? Find Out With This Week’s News Quiz
Test your knowledge of this week’s big stories.
FIRST ON FOX: James Talarico slammed for calling American flag ‘complicated symbol’ ahead of Independence Day
A new ad calls James Talarico an "America-laster" for calling the American flag a "complicated symbol" ahead of the Independence Day holiday.
Louisiana attorney general accused of threatening local officials in criminal indictment
A New Orleans grand jury on Thursday indicted Republican Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill on charges including intimidation and malfeasance, accusing the state's top law enforcement officer of threatening local officials during a high-profile political dispute over the Orleans Parish criminal court clerk's office.
Socialist Surge: Far-left Democrats test national playbook after blue-city primary shocks
Democratic Socialists of America candidates are winning primaries nationwide, with races in Missouri, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Florida up next.
Mamdani’s advice for seniors gets brutally mocked after urging New Yorkers to limit AC use
Zohran Mamdani told residents to cap AC at 78 degrees, then urged older neighbors to stay in air conditioning, sparking fierce conservative backlash.
Guess What Kind of Man Is Running Freedom 250?
Keith Krach was barely out of high school when the country celebrated its 200th birthday. He vividly remembers images of tall ships in New York Harbor, the Bicentennial Minutes that aired on CBS, and the fireworks by the Ambassador Bridge in Detroit.
Navy SEAL who killed bin Laden says America's 250th proves hard work still pays, warns of 'victimhood' culture
Robert O'Neill, the Navy SEAL who killed Osama bin Laden, reflects on America's 250th anniversary and warns against victimhood and division.
WATCH: Controversial SCOTUS decision strikes a divide among lawmakers
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill had split reactions to the Supreme Court’s ruling to strike down President Donald Trump’s bid to end birthright citizenship, further allowing children born in the United States to be recognized as U.S. citizens.
Appeals court blocks Trump admin from holding migrants without bond for over 90 days
An appeals court on Thursday ruled that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot detain immigrants for more than 90 days without giving them an opportunity to seek release on bond while their deportation proceedings are pending.
Trump Unconvincingly Bemoans That His Kids Have ‘Inside Information’ When They Do Business
Trump said that his children have access to “inside information” due to his presidency and then likened their woes to buying a frosted pastry.
The Democratic socialists are no longer on the fringe
Democratic Socialist wins in New York and Colorado have Republicans calling Democrats a socialist party while moderates urge leaders to speak out.
Why the Court’s Long-Sought Ruling Has One Big Exception
In Cook, the Fed carve-out reveals the inconsistencies at the heart of the court.
Fox News Is Unintentionally Highlighting Trump’s Failed Great American State Fair
Fox News has been trying to push Trump's Great American State Fair propaganda. Instead, the network has documented his failure.
Mitch McConnell is still in the hospital after medical episode, his office says
Sen. Mitch McConnell remains hospitalized, his office said in a statement Thursday — without offering details about a recent medical episode that has renewed concern about the health of the former Republican majority leader.
Ex-Obama advisor mocked after questioning Chicago's response to unconscious man: 'Own a mirror?'
David Axelrod, a Democratic political consultant and strategist, received backlash online for noting that emergency services in Chicago had declined to assist a seemingly homeless man outside the Art Institute of Chicago.
Secret Service missed 'multiple opportunities' to prevent Trump assassination attempt: watchdog
The Secret Service missed 102 radio transmissions about Thomas Crooks on the roof with a long gun before shots were fired at the Butler rally, according to a watchdog report.
Sanctuary county refused 615 ICE transfer requests, turned over just 11 illegal immigrants, records show
Records show Fairfax County declined to transfer 615 illegal immigrants to ICE while turning over just 11 over roughly 16 months of data collected.
Something Is Going On With Mitch McConnell’s Health, and His Office Is Keeping Mighty Quiet About It
McConnell checked into a hospital last month. We don’t know why.
Letitia James hammered after NY Medicaid fraud unit funding frozen over ineffective enforcement
HHS suspended federal funding for New York's Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, citing just 53 fraud convictions over three years under Letitia James.
Trump’s ‘hero’ justice offers roadmap after Supreme Court rejects birthright order
Justice Kavanaugh's concurrence outlines how Congress could legislatively restrict birthright citizenship, sparking immediate Republican action.
Democrats Need to Flip 4 Senate Seats. History Shows It’s Doable
It says a lot about the evolving conventional wisdom on the 2026 midterm elections that professional contrarian Harry Enten of CNN felt the need to explain that Democrats don’t exactly have a lock on flipping control of the U.S.
How Roberts led a fractured Supreme Court to wins for the right and defeats for Trump
In President Trump's second year back in the White House, Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. and the court punctured his claim to have power with no limits.
Former KKK Grand Wizard praises Mamdani-endorsed socialist’s stance on interracial marriage
David Duke praised a Democratic nominee's deleted post attacking interracial relationships, drawing comparisons between the KKK leader and the nominee.
Even Republicans Don’t Want Trump’s Version of the SAVE America Act
Congress is paralyzed in part because of widespread GOP opposition to his proposed restrictions on voting by mail.
Republican says Trump's top election priority 'dead' in Senate as GOP fractures ahead of midterms
Sen. Thom Tillis says the SAVE America Act lacks the funding and time to be implemented before midterm elections, calling the push "theater."
Trump Keeps Getting Richer. The Rest of Us? Not So Much
Donald Trump’s financial disclosures revealing that he made $2.2 billion in 2025 shed light on an administration built around corruption.
We’re All Focusing On the Wrong Part of NPR’s Retirement Error
The reaction to this mistake is extremely revealing.
Democrats stay quiet on next steps after Supreme Court transgender sports ruling
Democrats remain largely silent on legislative next steps after the Supreme Court ruled states may bar transgender athletes from girls' sports teams.
Is Mamdani’s 78 Degrees Too Much Collective Warmth?
You may have noticed that there is a big nasty wave of heat overwhelming New York City right now, with temperatures potentially reaching triple-digits.
Trump’s State Fair Arch Gets Sad & Sloppy Renovation
The most iconic attraction at the Great American State Fair, the 16-day event currently happening on the National Mall,
Red-state senator drops hammer on Dem mayor over new 'woke' DEI ordinance while violent crime surges
Sen. Bernie Moreno demands answers from Cincinnati mayor Aftab Pureval over a city ordinance he says expands DEI bureaucracy in procurement.
Obama judge hands progressives a win over anti-Trump ’8647′ message amid rising threats
An Obama-appointed judge ruled the "86 47" flag is protected political speech, but the Department of Interior calls it a threat to the presidency.
Facing setbacks and resistance, Trump presses bid to reshape elections on multiple fronts
President Trump has spent months waging an unusually aggressive campaign to reshape how states run elections.
Biden ‘madness’ still being revealed as father killed, children kidnapped by terror group member: DOJ
Eight alleged Tren de Aragua members face new kidnapping and murder charges after crossing the border illegally under the Biden administration.
WATCH: Lawler unloads on Raskin after fiery immigration hearing: ‘Grow the f--- up’
Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., tore into his Democratic counterparts after a hearing on immigration policies erupted into a heated squabble as the mother of a murder victim killed by an illegal immigrant pleaded to Congress for reforms to sanctuary policies.
House Ethics says it doesn’t have information to share on lawmaker sexual misconduct settlements
The House adopted a resolution Tuesday requiring the House Ethics Committee to release information on taxpayer funds used to pay out sexual misconduct settlements with lawmakers — but the committee now says it has no information it can share.
'It's insane': GOP senator says Supreme Court birthright ruling hands China a citizenship loophole
Sen. Eric Schmitt warns the high court's birthright citizenship ruling leaves America vulnerable to China.
What Is Going on With Mitch McConnell’s Health?
The former Senate Republican leader has been hospitalized since last month, and new reports suggest he was likely unconscious when paramedics arrived.
AOC sides with Bernie-backed progressive in Senate primary clash with Schumer establishment
Ocasio-Cortez endorsed Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary, defying Chuck Schumer and the party establishment backing Haley Stevens.
SEE IT: Pennsylvania Democrats boot GOP lawmaker from House floor over patriotic America 250 suit
Republican lawmaker Eric Davanzo says he was ejected from the Pennsylvania State House floor for wearing a patriotic suit celebrating America 250.
The Deeper Meaning of Ketanji Brown Jackson vs. Clarence Thomas on Birthright Citizenship
The justices both claim history as their guide.
‘Libelous’ NYT report tying Trump family to government-backed deal sparks legal demand
The Trump Organization demands The New York Times retract a story allegedly linking Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump to a Kazakhstan tungsten deal.
WATCH: Nationwide transgender sports law is next step after Supreme Court win, GOP senator says
Sen. Jim Justice calls for nationwide legislation to protect women's sports after the Supreme Court upheld West Virginia and Idaho transgender laws.
China-linked green group training US judges draws fresh heat as foreign ties fuel pressure at home
State Armor urges Congress to investigate the Environmental Law Institute over national security concerns stemming from alleged ties to the Chinese government.
Mamdani gets roasted after telling sweltering New Yorkers to set ACs to 78 degrees: ‘Commie’
New York City's socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani sparked viral outrage on Thursday when he responded to a heat wave affecting the city by instructing residents how to set their air conditioners.
AOC endorses El-Sayed in Michigan Senate race
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) endorsed Abdul El-Sayed’s campaign for Michigan’s open Senate seat on Thursday, a decision that comes as progressives look to capitalize off a series of recent high-profile primary victories in New York, Colorado and elsewhere.
Social media erupts over socialist’s 9/11 comments after House primary win: ‘Radical lunatic’
Melat Kiros sparked backlash after her Democratic primary win over claims the U.S. made the 9/11 attacks on the World Trade Center inevitable.
Capitol agenda: The GOP confronts its lost summer
Congress is settling in for a do-nothing summer. House leaders lost control of their chamber with just eight legislative days before a planned five-week summer recess. And President Donald Trump’s demands for action on a stalled elections bill — along with his series of mercurial power moves — have left Senate Republicans frustrated and morose as major legislation piles up.
Are MAGA and MAHA Heading for Divorce?
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. promised ambitious plans to make Americans healthier. But insiders say as soon as he was named Health Secretary, the problems began.
Trump admin axes 'Green New Scam' appliance rules as Europe bakes in brutal heat
The Trump administration is set to unveil a sweeping overhaul of federal appliance efficiency rules that officials say will end "Green New Scam" appliance mandates, restore consumer choice, and block future federal crackdowns on gas stoves, fluorescent lightbulbs, HVAC systems, and other household appliances.
Minnesota brothers lauded for patriotism after raising $60k for veterans group with lemonade stand
Two young Minnesota brothers have raised $60,000 for Tee It Up for the Troops through their lemonade stand at golf tournaments supporting veterans.
Federal judge blocks Postal Service from carrying out Trump mail-in ballot order
A federal judge blocked the U.S. Postal Service from implementing President Donald Trump’s executive order on mail-in ballots nationwide, citing a 2020 agreement.
America’s housing market could run out of something more important than homes
A new report challenges the housing shortage narrative, arguing slower population growth and reduced immigration could mean fewer homebuyers ahead.
How Iran attacks are forcing the Pentagon to rethink its decades-old Middle East base strategy
Pentagon weighs dispersing U.S. military forces from Gulf bases after Iranian missile and drone attacks exposed vulnerabilities at Al Udeid and Bahrain.
A Brutal Wake-up Call for NYC’s Democratic Establishment
Nobody, not even the co-chair of the New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, anticipated the depth and breadth of the group’s success in last Tuesday’s primaries.
Trump wants to show off D.C. for the Fourth. His construction is in the way
Trump has fixated on making changes to the nation's capital in his second term.
Which Kind of Cloud Produces Hail?
Test your wits on the Slate Quiz for July 2, 2026.
Don’t Let the Supreme Court’s Big Decision Fool You. Trump Is Still a Threat to Mail Ballots
This week’s Executive Dysfunction.
AC Won’t Save You from the Heat Dome
Sweaty or not, here it comes.
The Storm at Devon Yacht Club
Members are fighting (and suing) over whether the old clubhouse should be demolished or renovated. It’s kind of ruining summer.
Border agents uncover $3.7M in cocaine masquerading as a cucumber delivery
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents discovered and seized over $3.7 million worth of cocaine in what was supposed to be a shipment of cucumbers last Wednesday.
Congress is settling in for a do-nothing summer
This week’s House meltdown is the latest evidence that serious lawmaking might be over for the 119th Congress.
The GOP’s dirty little secret about the SAVE America Act
The president is demanding the inclusion of mail-voting restrictions that are highly unpopular among some Republicans.
DeSantis announces plans to use new state law to target dozens of alleged terrorist groups
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis designated more than 90 groups as terrorist organizations under a new state law, including CAIR, Muslim Brotherhood and Antifa.
Acting AG Todd Blanche says Newsom’s DOJ claims are not ‘grounded in fact’
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on Wednesday rejected California Gov. Gavin Newsom's claims that the Justice Department is politically targeting him, saying the governor's assertions are not "grounded in fact."
Bill to ban sex offenders from running for office fails in California senate committee
State Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) voted against AB 2753, which would have banned sex offenders from running for office. The vote failed 2-1-2 in committee.
Trump Finally Got to Use His New Luxury Jumbo Jet
And it seems very likely he’ll find a way to keep his beloved Qatari 747 after he leaves office.
Coalition of 25 states sues Trump admin over Medicaid work rule designed to prevent fraud
A coalition of 25 states is suing the Trump administration, arguing new Medicaid work requirement rules could strip millions of health coverage.
Internal emails expose how July 4th bash is being derailed by Dem-run county: ‘Offensive’
California county’s planned America 250 celebration for the Fourth of July ignited backlash after Democrats added equity rules for sponsors and DEI programming, while America's founding is sidelined.
As Trump reports $2.2 billion in 2025 income, ethics experts raise alarms
Critics described President Trump's money-making ventures as "bribery" and "corruption." The White House denied any conflicts of interest.
Trump Is Worried That No One Will Show Up For His 4th Of July Speech
The administration is concerned that no one is showing up for Trump's Great American State Fair, and they are worried that the anemic crowds will continue for Trump's 4th of July speech.
Walz, Minnesota Board of Pardons clears convicted illegal alien child sex offender facing deportation
Gov. Tim Walz pardoned illegal immigrant Tou Lue Vang, convicted of child sexual assault, making the Laotian citizen ineligible for deportation.
ICE surges enforcement, makes 10,000 arrests in five days amid Supreme Court birthright citizenship decision
ICE made over 10,000 arrests in five days as the Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship under the Fourteenth Amendment, rejecting Trump bid.
McConnell was found ‘unconscious’ in home last month as condition remains unknown
Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., was reportedly found "unconscious" in his Washington, D.C. home last month before being taken to the hospital, as his condition and timetable to return to the Senate remain a mystery.
Extremists Links: `Blood Populism,′ Copycat Crimes, and the Rise in Political Violence
As the midterm elections approach, there remains an increasing threat of political violence.
Fox News Poll: A close Senate contest is brewing in Iowa
Democrat Josh Turek holds a 4-point lead over Republican Ashley Hinson in the 2026 Iowa Senate race as Donald Trump favorability drops statewide.
Fox News Poll: An early look at the Georgia Senate race
A new poll shows Democrat Jon Ossoff leading Republican Mike Collins by 13 points in the 2026 Georgia Senate race, with inflation as the top concern.
Wait, Trump made HOW much money as president?!
As he mixes his public duties with his personal finances, the president is cashing in hand over fist, a new report reveals.
Here’s Yet Another Instance of Donald Trump Going Out of His Way to Act Like a Russian Agent
Why would the president want to do this?
