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JD Vance's $20 burrito clapback showed his Ohio roots | Opinion

JD Vance's $20 burrito clapback showed his Ohio roots | Opinion

Some were "outraged" by JD Vance so-called "fat shaming," but I see it for the genius it is.

‘Despicable' or unfortunate? Lawmakers' fury amid USS Lincoln crisis

‘Despicable' or unfortunate? Lawmakers' fury amid USS Lincoln crisis

Republican lawmakers have largely remained silent about reported conditions on the aircraft carrier, not criticizing Donald Trump or defending him.

CIA Director John Ratcliffe Implicated in Signal Chat Security Breach

CIA Director John Ratcliffe Implicated in Signal Chat Security Breach

CIA Director John Ratcliffe was part of a Signal messaging chat where classified military operation details were reportedly shared, leading to a security breach. In December 2025, an internal report accused U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth of endangering soldiers' lives by discussing sensitive information in this chat. The breach occurred when a journalist from The Atlantic was inadvertently added to the group by then-National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, who had saved the journalist's number under a different name. The chat group included high-ranking officials such as Vice President JD Vance and CIA Director John Ratcliffe. The inspector general's report concluded that the information shared by Hegseth was secret and could have posed a lethal threat to deployed U.S. troops if intercepted by an enemy force. This incident is part of a pattern of security concerns within the Trump administration regarding the use of mobile phones for sensitive communications.

The Latest: Trump calls concerns about conditions on USS Lincoln ‘fake’

The Latest: Trump calls concerns about conditions on USS Lincoln ‘fake’

President Donald Trump has downplayed reports about conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln to reporters in the Oval Office

The odd reason why Trump aides can't stop wearing these oxford shoes

The odd reason why Trump aides can't stop wearing these oxford shoes

President Trump’s favorite $145 Florsheim Cap Toe Oxfords have become a staple on Capitol Hill for Trump aides; here's why.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's FBI Headquarters Relocation to Reagan Building, Upholding Greenbelt Site

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's FBI Headquarters Relocation to Reagan Building, Upholding Greenbelt Site

A federal judge in Greenbelt, Maryland, has ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to move the FBI's new headquarters from Greenbelt to the Ronald Reagan Building in Washington, D.C. U.S. District Judge Theodore D. Chuang issued a permanent injunction, blocking the administration from spending any funds to facilitate this move. The ruling stems from a lawsuit filed by Maryland and Prince George's County, which argued that the Trump administration illegally redirected over $1 billion in congressionally approved funding. The court found that the FBI and General Services Administration (GSA) lacked the statutory authority to select a site not approved by Congress. Congress had previously mandated that the GSA choose from three specific locations: Greenbelt, Landover, or Springfield, Virginia, with Greenbelt being selected in September 2023. The judge vacated and declared void the FBI's site selection, GSA's site selection, and the associated funding reprogramming, deeming them 'arbitrary and caprici...

Trump Administration Replaces Head of Western Hemisphere Affairs Office, Appointing Juan Pablo Segura

Trump Administration Replaces Head of Western Hemisphere Affairs Office, Appointing Juan Pablo Segura

The Trump administration has appointed Juan Pablo Segura, a Republican businessman from Virginia, as the new Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs. This office within the State Department directly oversees relations with Brazil and Latin America. Segura replaces career diplomat Michael Kozak, who had served in an interim capacity since January of the previous year. Kozak was notably involved in the revocation of the visa for the Brazilian ambassador in Washington, Maria Luiza Viotti. Segura's appointment was announced on August 17th and received Senate approval on August 7th, with 51 votes in favor and 47 against. His confirmation was part of a group of 74 new Trump administration officials approved by the Senate. During his Senate hearing, Segura praised the Trump administration's "ambitious" Latin America policy and referenced the Monroe Doctrine, asserting that American dominance in the region would no longer be questioned. He also emphasized commercial diplomacy to benefit America...

Early 2028 poll shows clear Democratic, GOP leaders

Early 2028 poll shows clear Democratic, GOP leaders

The 2026 midterms aren't until November but that's not stopping early posturing for the 2028 presidential election.

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...

Congressman Subramanyam Criticizes President Trump's Decision to Scale Back U.S.-South Korea Joint Military Exercises

Congressman Subramanyam Criticizes President Trump's Decision to Scale Back U.S.-South Korea Joint Military Exercises

President Trump has ordered the Pentagon to scale back joint military exercises with South Korea, a decision announced via social media just hours before the drills were set to begin. This move has drawn criticism from Democratic Congressman Suhas Subramanyam of Virginia, who recently returned from a bipartisan delegation to Korea assuring the government of strong U.S. alliance. President Trump cited South Korea's perceived lack of support in the 'Iran war' and his 'very good relationship' with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un as reasons for the reduction. This is not the first time President Trump has scaled back these operations, having done so in 2018 and 2019 during his first term. The exercises, officially known as Ulchi Freedom Shield, typically involve thousands of U.S. and South Korean troops training for various scenarios, including advanced modern warfare tactics like GPS jamming and drones. Despite President Trump's announcement, the South Korean government stated that the 10-day training exercis...

President Trump and Vice President Vance Exhibit Contradictory Stances on U.S. War with Iran's Primary Goal

President Trump and Vice President Vance Exhibit Contradictory Stances on U.S. War with Iran's Primary Goal

Nearly six months into the U.S. war with Iran, a significant divergence in messaging has emerged from the Trump administration regarding the conflict's primary objective. Vice President JD Vance, during a Fox News appearance, stated that the 'number one goal' of the war is to keep oil and gas cheap for Americans, despite current high prices. He falsely claimed that oil prices were 'way down from the highs in the early days' of the war. Conversely, President Trump, at a New York rally, presented a different rationale, asserting that Americans paying 'a tiny little bit more' for gasoline is acceptable because it prevents Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. This contradiction highlights a lack of a unified message from the White House on the war's purpose, a pattern that reportedly persisted during Trump's first term with Vice President Mike Pence and continues with Vance on various issues.

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth Faces Scrutiny Over Department's Public Relations Focus and Transparency Issues

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth Faces Scrutiny Over Department's Public Relations Focus and Transparency Issues

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and his rebranded Department of War are facing scrutiny for prioritizing public relations and image control over transparent communication with the American public. Sean Parnell, the chief spokesman for the department, released a video emphasizing the end of 'putting public affairs on the back burner,' despite the department's perceived hostility towards the press and alleged dishonesty in countering reports. Critics argue that Hegseth, whose primary experience is as a news infotainment personality, has focused on cultivating his image and controlling the narrative since becoming Secretary of Defense, later changed to Secretary of War. This approach includes hiring close personal friends for communications roles, conducting 'witch-hunts' for unflattering leaks, and using departmental platforms for 'hype videos' rather than providing honest information about military operations.