31+ min ago (768+ words) A top Republican and Democrats in Congress suggested on Sunday that American military officials might have committed a war crime in President Trump's offensive against boats in the Caribbean after a news report said that during one such attack, a follow-up strike was ordered to kill survivors," the New York Times reports. Said Rep. Mike Turner (R-OH): Obviously if that occurred, that would be very serious, and I agree that that would be an illegal act." Every morning before the sun's up, I sit down to work on Political Wire with a cup of Trade Coffee beside me. It's become part of the ritual " opening the laptop, scanning the news, and taking that first sip of a roast matched perfectly to my taste. Trade connects me with small roasters across the country, delivering beans that are always fresh and far…...

1+ hour, 47+ min ago (738+ words) White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett touted a positive market response to indications that Donald Trump could pick the next Federal Reserve chair before the end of the year " a job that the president's chief economic adviser is seen as likely to win," Bloomberg reports. Every morning before the sun's up, I sit down to work on Political Wire with a cup of Trade Coffee beside me. It's become part of the ritual " opening the laptop, scanning the news, and taking that first sip of a roast matched perfectly to my taste. Trade connects me with small roasters across the country, delivering beans that are always fresh and far better than what you'll find at the grocery store. If you love coffee as much as I do, use this link to get a free bag of coffee and…...

6+ hour, 6+ min ago (705+ words) There was a time, not that far in the past, when a shocking tragedy would bring the country together," the Washington Post reports. Americans had the capacity to grieve as one " as they did, for instance, in the aftermath of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. This reflected their sense of a common purpose and shared values, whatever their political differences might be." So far, almost the opposite is happening after two young National Guard members from West Virginia were ambushed, killing one and leaving the other in critical condition. It occurred on the eve of Thanksgiving and just a block away from the White House, against a national backdrop of rising political violence and deep polarization." President Donald Trump's endorsement was supposed to clear the field for Rep. Byron Donalds," Politico reports. Instead, the GOP governor's race in Florida is veering…...

6+ hour, 13+ min ago (722+ words) Rep. Troy Nehls (R-TX) announced his retirement from his congressional seat over the holiday weekend, making way for his identical twin brother Trever to mount a bid to replace him, NOTUS reports, Every morning before the sun's up, I sit down to work on Political Wire with a cup of Trade Coffee beside me. It's become part of the ritual " opening the laptop, scanning the news, and taking that first sip of a roast matched perfectly to my taste. Trade connects me with small roasters across the country, delivering beans that are always fresh and far better than what you'll find at the grocery store. If you love coffee as much as I do, use this link to get a free bag of coffee and taste the difference for yourself. "A top Republican and Democrats in Congress suggested on Sunday…...

7+ hour, 9+ min ago (717+ words) White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said Sunday that record Black Friday sales underscore the administration's optimism on economic growth despite concerns around tariffs and inflation," Politico reports. Every morning before the sun's up, I sit down to work on Political Wire with a cup of Trade Coffee beside me. It's become part of the ritual " opening the laptop, scanning the news, and taking that first sip of a roast matched perfectly to my taste. Trade connects me with small roasters across the country, delivering beans that are always fresh and far better than what you'll find at the grocery store. If you love coffee as much as I do, use this link to get a free bag of coffee and taste the difference for yourself. A new Yahoo/YouGov poll found that more Americans are unhappy with President Trump's…...

9+ hour, 55+ min ago (674+ words) New York Times: "More than a dozen candidates, as well as hundreds of state and county election officials across Texas, are watching and waiting for the Supreme Court to decide which congressional map will be used in Texas races in 2026, the old one drawn by Republicans in 2021 or the new one drawn by Republicans this summer." "The decision, which may come within days, could shift the outcome in several congressional races, and possibly impact which party controls the House. Regardless, it's affecting the candidates." "Republican-led committees in the Senate and the House say they will amplify their scrutiny of the Pentagon after a Washington Post report revealing that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave a" "Politics and debt don't mix well. Americans would be wise to look across the Atlantic to see how tough things can get," the Wall Street Journal…...

9+ hour, 59+ min ago (746+ words) A new Yahoo/YouGov poll found that more Americans are unhappy with President Trump's stances on the economy and cost of living, with almost twice as many saying the president has helped raise prices rather than lowering them. The survey also found more Americans (38%) now blame Trump more for inflation than his predecessor, former President Joe Biden (31%). Every morning before the sun's up, I sit down to work on Political Wire with a cup of Trade Coffee beside me. It's become part of the ritual " opening the laptop, scanning the news, and taking that first sip of a roast matched perfectly to my taste. Trade connects me with small roasters across the country, delivering beans that are always fresh and far better than what you'll find at the grocery store. If you love coffee as much as I do, use…...

10+ hour, 15+ min ago (648+ words) November 30, 2025 at 5:30 am EST By Taegan Goddard Join Political Wire today and enjoy all the perks of membership " exclusive analysis, a trending news page, bonus newsletters, the Trial Balloon podcast and no ads" " with 20% off an Annual Plan. Or share Political Wire with someone on your holiday list and save 20% on gift memberships. "President Donald Trump's endorsement was supposed to clear the field for Rep. Byron Donalds," Politico reports. "Instead, the GOP governor's race in Florida is veering toward a bitter and unpredictable" Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) celebrated his marriage to his partner Alexis Lewis in an intimate ceremony in Washington, D.C. on Saturday evening, less than three months after he announced their" "Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on trial facing corruption charges, announced Sunday he had submitted a pardon request, saying the long-running cases were tearing the country apart," AFP…...

11+ hour, 4+ min ago (714+ words) President Donald Trump's endorsement was supposed to clear the field for Rep. Byron Donalds," Politico reports. Instead, the GOP governor's race in Florida is veering toward a bitter and unpredictable brawl " with Gov. Ron DeSantis and his clout still lurking, adding to the drama in the fight to succeed him." Donalds has every reason to expect a glide path to the nomination: He's got Trump behind him, support from many top state Republicans, millions in his campaign accounts and a steady presence on Fox News. Polls show him far out in front of other GOP hopefuls." But instead of the field collapsing, Donalds is drawing in new challengers with sharper attacks " including allies of term-limited DeSantis." Filed Under: 2026 Campaign Tagged With: FL-Gov Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) celebrated his marriage to his partner Alexis Lewis in an intimate ceremony in Washington,…...

11+ hour, 6+ min ago (627+ words) Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) celebrated his marriage to his partner Alexis Lewis in an intimate ceremony in Washington, D.C. on Saturday evening, less than three months after he announced their engagement in an Instagram post, the New York Times reports. "President Donald Trump's endorsement was supposed to clear the field for Rep. Byron Donalds," Politico reports. "Instead, the GOP governor's race in Florida is veering toward a bitter and unpredictable" "Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on trial facing corruption charges, announced Sunday he had submitted a pardon request, saying the long-running cases were tearing the country apart," AFP reports. Save" "Republican-led committees in the Senate and the House say they will amplify their scrutiny of the Pentagon after a Washington Post report revealing that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth gave a" New York Times: "More than a dozen candidates, as well as…...