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AP Interview: Ralph Norman questions Trump's endorsement of Darline Graham in South Carolina runoff

AP Interview: Ralph Norman questions Trump's endorsement of Darline Graham in South Carolina runoff

U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman says it’s a “head scratcher” that President Donald Trump endorsed Sen. Darline Graham in South Carolina’s Republican Senate runoff

Republicans Express Growing Concern Over Iran War's Impact on Midterm Elections

Republicans Express Growing Concern Over Iran War's Impact on Midterm Elections

Some Republicans are increasingly expressing impatience and concern regarding President Trump's ongoing war in Iran, which has now stretched to nearly six months. This prolonged conflict is seen as a significant threat to the Republican Party's prospects in the upcoming midterm elections. While vulnerable Republican candidates in competitive House and Senate races are largely maintaining support for President Trump, they are gambling that voters will tolerate the economic repercussions of the war, such as rising gas and grocery prices, for the sake of national security. Polls indicate that the war is unpopular among the general public, yet many Republicans are hesitant to publicly break with President Trump, who remains popular within the party. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) has criticized Republicans for 'blindly following Donald Trump’s ego,' asserting that their defense of the war will cost them the majority.

Trump Scales Back Military Exercises to Please Kim Jong Un

Trump Scales Back Military Exercises to Please Kim Jong Un

The president ordered a last minute downgrade of the annual joint military training drills between South Korea and the U.S.

Trump Administration's Iran War Goals Shift, Prioritizing Oil Prices Alongside Denuclearization

Trump Administration's Iran War Goals Shift, Prioritizing Oil Prices Alongside Denuclearization

The Trump administration's stated goals regarding the conflict with Iran have undergone a notable shift, moving away from earlier absolutist demands such as complete Iranian surrender or regime change. Initially, the primary objective was consistently presented as preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. However, recent statements from Vice President JD Vance indicate a reordering of priorities. During an appearance on Fox News, Vance outlined two main goals: ensuring Gulf countries continue to supply oil and gas to the global economy to maintain energy price stability in the United States, and preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon. He explicitly stated that keeping oil and gas cheap for Americans was 'goal number one.' While White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt maintained that both goals are equally important to President Trump, this inclusion of oil and gas prices as a top priority marks a significant departure from previous administration rhetoric, which had not listed energy p...

President Trump and Senator Ossoff present contrasting visions for America ahead of midterm elections, highlighting economic challenges and politic...

President Trump and Senator Ossoff present contrasting visions for America ahead of midterm elections, highlighting economic challenges and politic...

As the midterm elections draw nearer, President Trump and Senator Jon Ossoff are presenting two starkly different visions for the future of America. Speaking in Atlanta, Senator Ossoff launched a strong critique of President Trump's economic policies, pointing to rising costs for essential goods like groceries, utilities, and school supplies, and attributing them to President Trump's leadership. He also criticized President Trump for starting and failing to resolve a war in Iran, framing the upcoming election as a referendum on corruption, economic hardship, and perceived global leadership failures. Conversely, at a rally in Long Island, President Trump asserted his presidency as a historic success and attacked Democrats, accusing them of aiming to transform America into a 'communist country' and of undermining law enforcement. President Trump also defended the ongoing war in Iran, suggesting that paying 'a tiny little bit more' for gasoline was a worthwhile trade-off to prevent Iran from developing nuclea...

Exclusive-Trump approval falls to 33%, lowest of his presidency, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Exclusive-Trump approval falls to 33%, lowest of his presidency, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

By Jason Lange WASHINGTON, Aug 17 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's approval rating fell to the lowest level of his presidency with an overwhelming majority of Americans concerned the U.S. war with Iran will last a long time, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll that concluded on Monday.

President Trump Contradicts Vice President Vance on Iran War's Primary Goal

President Trump Contradicts Vice President Vance on Iran War's Primary Goal

President Trump and Vice President JD Vance have presented conflicting statements regarding the primary objective of the U.S. war with Iran, nearly six months into the conflict. Vice President Vance stated in a Fox News interview that 'goal number one' for the war is to 'keep oil and gas cheap' for Americans. He also inaccurately claimed that oil prices were 'way down from the highs in the early days' of the war. In contrast, President Trump, at a New York rally, asserted that the main goal is to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, telling the public that paying 'a tiny little bit more' for gasoline is acceptable for this cause. This divergence in messaging has been highlighted by media outlets, noting that average gas prices have increased significantly since the war began, from under $3 to over $4 per gallon.

President Trump's Decision to Scale Back South Korea Military Exercises Raises U.S. Security Concerns

President Trump's Decision to Scale Back South Korea Military Exercises Raises U.S. Security Concerns

President Trump has ordered the U.S. military to downsize the 11-day Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises with South Korea, which began as scheduled. This decision has drawn criticism from former U.S. officials and Democrats in Congress, who argue it undermines a long-standing alliance and benefits adversaries like China and North Korea. President Trump justified his decision by citing South Korea's refusal to join his stance against Iran and his positive relationship with North Korea's leader. Experts like Dan Fried, a former assistant secretary of state, stated that the move makes no sense, as it undermines allies and emboldens rivals. Danny Russel, former assistant secretary of state for East Asia and the Pacific, described the decision as 'tragically upside-down,' punishing an ally while encouraging an adversary. Matthew Kroenig of the Atlantic Council noted that scaling back exercises could undermine the message that South Korea is protected, potentially leading South Koreans to consider developing their ow...

Incumbent, challenger with the same name and ex-congresswoman face off in Alaska's US Senate primary

Incumbent, challenger with the same name and ex-congresswoman face off in Alaska's US Senate primary

A U.S. Senate contest featuring a former congresswoman and a challenger with the same name as the incumbent headlines Alaska's primary

Trump Administration's Election Security Call Sparks Outrage Among State Officials

Trump Administration's Election Security Call Sparks Outrage Among State Officials

Tensions between state election officials and the Trump administration escalated during a recent election security call hosted by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes openly criticized CISA officials, stating, 'I don’t trust you,' and questioning why states should trust an administration that threatens to criminalize their work. This sentiment was echoed by Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon, who highlighted the unhelpfulness of political leaders hinting at imprisoning election administrators. The call, intended to address election security ahead of the November elections, provided few assurances to state officials, with participants noting that CISA leaders seemed more focused on the 2028 presidential election rather than immediate threats. The Trump administration's second term has seen a significant scaling back of CISA's support for states, including staff reductions and an investigation into its former leader. This shift has led to...

ICE Coordinated with Iranian Regime for Deportation Flights Amidst U.S. War Preparations

ICE Coordinated with Iranian Regime for Deportation Flights Amidst U.S. War Preparations

Internal emails from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request by the National Iranian American Council (NIAC), reveal that ICE agents coordinated directly with Iranian government officials to deport over 100 Iranian nationals. This coordination occurred while the United States was preparing for and engaged in conflict with Iran. The emails, spanning from May to November of last year, detail the planning and execution of three charter flights that transported deportees to Tehran. This marks a significant reversal of decades-long U.S. immigration policy, which typically allowed Iranians to remain in the U.S. due to the lack of diplomatic relations and fears of persecution in Iran. The communications show pressure from high-ranking Trump administration officials to facilitate these flights, with some coordination occurring through Qatari intermediaries and at times directly with Iranian officials. One incident detailed in the emails involved an Iran...