Feb. 16, 2026
Presidents Day: Honoring Washington and All U.S. Presidents
The federal holiday was established to commemorate the birth of George Washington, the nation's first president.
Feb. 16, 2026
GOP Rep. Calls Trump's Cabinet the 'Epstein Administration'
Rep. Thomas Massie slams the president and his inner circle for not being transparent about files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Feb. 16, 2026
Concerns over autocracy in the U.S. continue to grow
Scholars warn the country may have already crossed the threshold into a "mild form of competitive authoritarianism"
Feb. 16, 2026
Prediction Market Bets on Length of Latest Partial Government Shutdown
Bettors see shutdown lasting at least 20 days, with 50% chance of lasting 25 days or more
Feb. 16, 2026
High-Profile Figures Burned by Epstein Files Fallout
Resignations, investigations, and reputational damage follow release of Epstein documents.
Feb. 16, 2026
Trump's EPA Rollbacks to Have Lasting Impact
Agency's aggressive deregulation agenda could outlast the president, experts warn
Feb. 16, 2026
Then and Now: Comparing Attorneys General John Mitchell and Pam Bondi
A look at the contrasts and parallels between two controversial figures leading the Department of Justice
Feb. 16, 2026
Lawmakers Clash Over Homeland Security Funding Amid Government Shutdown
Democrats demand changes to immigration enforcement, Republicans refuse to budge
Feb. 16, 2026
MAGA Senator Criticized for Contradictory Stance on Trump's Revenge Plot
CNN's Jake Tapper grilled Sen. Markwayne Mullin over his response to the DOJ's efforts to imprison Democratic lawmakers.
Feb. 16, 2026
Pam Bondi's Combative Testimony Fuels Justice Department Staffing Crisis
Attorney General's Partisan Rhetoric and Loyalty to Trump Undermine Department's Mission
Feb. 16, 2026
Former Ukrainian Energy Minister Charged with Money Laundering
Galushchenko accused of participating in criminal group, NABU reports
Feb. 16, 2026
Ro Khanna Accused of Defaming Innocent Men in Epstein Case
Congressman named six 'wealthy, powerful' men he claimed were 'likely incriminated' in Epstein files, but four had no connection to the case.
Feb. 16, 2026
Obama Criticizes Trump-Era Political Discourse and ICE Actions
Former president warns of erosion of political norms and rise of extremism
Feb. 16, 2026
Calls for Investigation into Taxpayer Fraud at DHS
Former defense contractor director demands accountability and transparency over Medicare overbilling allegations.
Feb. 16, 2026
Congressman Cole Criticizes Democrats Over Homeland Security Funding Holdup
House Appropriations Chairman says Democrats are filibustering the DHS bill.
Feb. 16, 2026
Mullin Slams Democrats Over DHS Shutdown, Calls It 'Political Theater'
Republican senator says Democrats are holding federal workers 'hostage' over immigration reforms that 'cannot be done'.
Feb. 16, 2026
Doug Emhoff Went 'Extra Valentiney' After Forgetting Kamala Harris' Birthday
The second gentleman made up for his birthday faux pas with a special Valentine's Day celebration.
Feb. 16, 2026
Duluth News Tribune Celebrates 50 Years Since 1976 Bicentennial
Local newspaper republishes historic front pages leading up to America's 250th anniversary.
Feb. 16, 2026
Kentucky's Divided Role in the Underground Railroad
Border state's geography and conflicting loyalties made it a critical yet dangerous gateway to freedom
Feb. 16, 2026
TSA Officers Work Without Pay as New Shutdown Begins
Thousands of federal workers, including TSA staff at San Diego International Airport, are on the job but not receiving paychecks.
