Politics

Karine Jean-Pierre Explains Her Departure from the Democratic Party and Her Move to Independence

SMGN October 21, 2025

Reflections on Her White House Experience and the State of U.S. Politics Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has shared her reasons for leaving the Democratic Party and identifying as an independent. In her new book, Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines, published

U.S. Imposes Tariffs and Ends Aid to Colombia Amid Growing Tensions Over Drug Policy

SMGN October 20, 2025

Washington strengthens its stance toward President Gustavo Petro’s government U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs on Colombian exports and the suspension of American aid to the country, citing insufficient action by President Gustavo Petro’s administration to combat drug production and trafficking. Speaking from Florida, Trump said

Massive Nationwide Protests Expected Across the U.S. Against Federal Policies

SMGN October 17, 2025

“No Kings” Movement Calls for Large-Scale Demonstrations This Weekend Millions of Americans are expected to join nationwide protests this Saturday under the slogan “No Kings,” as organizers forecast one of the largest coordinated demonstrations in recent years. The movement seeks to oppose the policies of President Donald Trump’s administration, particularly

Trump Plans New Meeting with Putin to Discuss Ukraine War

SMGN October 16, 2025

Former president says talks in Budapest aim to seek diplomatic solutions Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest, Hungary, to discuss possible ways to end the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. The statement followed what Trump described as a

Supreme Court Ruling on Voting Rights Could Redefine U.S. Political Maps

SMGN October 15, 2025

Louisiana v. Callais Reignites Debate Over Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could reshape how congressional districts are drawn across the country. Louisiana v. Callais could determine the future of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, a key provision

Janet Mills Launches U.S. Senate Campaign in Maine

SMGN October 14, 2025

The governor aims to challenge Republican Senator Susan Collins in a high-stakes race Maine Governor Janet Mills has officially announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate, setting up a challenge against longtime Republican Senator Susan Collins. The race is expected to be a key contest in the Democratic Party’s broader

New York Attorney General Letitia James Indicted on Federal Charges in Virginia

SMGN October 10, 2025

Federal grand jury accuses James of bank fraud and false statements A federal grand jury in Virginia has indicted New York Attorney General Letitia James on one count of bank fraud and one count of making a false statement to a financial institution. The indictment stems from a 2020 mortgage

Senators Move to Limit War Powers After U.S. Military Strikes in Caribbean Waters

SMGN October 9, 2025

Legislative response to recent military actions ordered by the president Two Democratic senators have introduced a resolution in the U.S. Senate seeking to restrict President Donald Trump’s war powers following a series of military strikes on boats in the Caribbean suspected of drug trafficking. Senators Adam Schiff of California and

White House Weighs Limiting Back Pay for Federal Workers After Government Shutdown

SMGN October 8, 2025

Legal Debate Centers on the 2019 Government Employee Fair Treatment Act President Donald Trump has suggested that some of the roughly 600,000 furloughed federal employees may not receive back pay once the government reopens, despite a 2019 law designed to ensure full compensation for affected workers during shutdowns. The comments

Air Traffic Staffing Shortages Deepen Travel Delays During U.S. Government Shutdown

SMGN October 7, 2025

Flight disruptions spread nationwide as control centers face understaffing Air travelers across the United States are experiencing growing delays as the ongoing government shutdown disrupts operations in multiple air traffic control centers. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported staffing shortages at more than a dozen facilities, causing significant flight delays

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Expert Tips to Navigate Flight Delays and Cancellations During Crisis

SMGN November 6, 2025

Widespread flight delays and cancellations are impacting major airports nationwide as the government shutdown, now the longest in history, continues to drag on. Air traffic controller shortages have caused issues at numerous airports for more than a month, creating ripple effects across the entire travel network. In response to the

Trump says government shutdown pressures Republicans and suggests ending the filibuster

SMGN November 6, 2025

Former president reflects on election results after record-long shutdown During a meeting with Republican senators, former President Donald Trump said the prolonged federal government shutdown negatively affected recent election results for his party. Trump stated that pollsters identified the shutdown as a major factor influencing voter sentiment against Republicans. “If

U.S. Government Revises SNAP Benefit Cuts, but Millions Still Face Major Reductions

SMGN November 6, 2025

USDA Adjusts Reduction Formula Amid Ongoing Legal and Technical Challenges The U.S. government has revised its plan for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), announcing a smaller reduction in monthly food benefits. According to updated guidance from the Department of Agriculture (USDA), maximum allotments will now be cut by 35%