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White House Slams NYC Councilman for Calling Trump 'Pedophile'

Councilman Chi Ossé accused the president of being in the Epstein Files, but the White House says he should ask Democrats about their ties to the convicted sex offender.

Trump's Religious Liberty Commission Ousts Member Over Antisemitism Dispute

Carrie Prejean Boller was removed from the federal panel after a heated hearing on defining antisemitism.

Black Lawmaker Celebrated White Residents Leaving His District

New York State Rep. Charles Barron bragged about losing white population in his community in 2019

Federal Government Begins Releasing Funds for Hudson Tunnel Project

After court order, $30 million in overdue funds are released for the $16 billion infrastructure project.

Trump Relents on Withholding Funds for Critical Hudson Tunnel Project

Federal judge's order forces administration to resume $16 billion in funding for Gateway rail tunnel after months-long suspension.

Gateway Project Receives $30M in Frozen Funds, More Expected

The long-delayed rail tunnel project will get the full $205 million owed by the Trump administration by next week.

DHS Shutdown Looms, Threatening Critical Services

Funding lapse could disrupt TSA, Coast Guard, and FEMA operations

Top Goldman Sachs Lawyer Resigns Over Epstein Ties, Obama Link Downplayed

Kathy Ruemmler's close relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and her previous role as White House counsel for President Obama were not prominently featured in media reports about her resignation.

Trump Administration Erases Bedrock Climate Rule, Sparking Lawsuits

The battle over the EPA's "endangerment finding" is expected to reach the Supreme Court, which is now more conservative.

Government Shutdown Looms as Parties Clash Over Immigration

Democrats and Republicans at odds over new limits on immigration enforcement

White House Releases Politically-Charged Valentine's Day Cards

The unconventional digital cards feature references to recent international events and domestic political debates.

Democrats Shut Down Government Over Political Dispute

House Speaker says essential services like TSA and FEMA will be impacted by partisan standoff.

DHS Shutdown Looms as Lawmakers Attend Munich Conference

Congress fails to reach funding deal before deadline, leaving Department of Homeland Security unfunded as some legislators travel abroad.

Prince William Wanted Ex-Prince Andrew Banished from Royal Fold Years Before King Stripped Titles

The Prince of Wales voiced concern to his father after Andrew's 2019 interview with the BBC about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein

Ex-Obama Official Sought Epstein's Help Amid Report Suggesting She Covered Up White House Prostitution Scandal

Emails reveal Kathy Ruemmler, former White House counsel, enlisted Jeffrey Epstein to help respond to allegations she covered up an aide's prostitution scandal.

Trump Shielding Cabinet Member Over Epstein Ties, Legal Expert Says

President fears consequences for Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick could implicate him in Epstein scandal, according to legal analyst.

Aide Accused of Leching About ICE Barbie's Body

Corey Lewandowski allegedly sought out clothing to flatter Kristi Noem's figure.

Trump Administration to Release Frozen Gateway Tunnel Funds Next Week

New Jersey governor criticizes delays in construction project as workers remain off the job

Trump Pardons New York Jets Hall Of Famer, 4 Other Former Players

The Trump administration has not disclosed the reason behind the pardons.

Trump Admin Removes Pride Flag from Stonewall Monument, Sparking Outrage

NYC officials defiantly re-raise the rainbow flag, prompting a scathing response from the Department of Interior

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