How Trump’s Crackdown on the Homeless Became a Radical Backstep on Disability Rights
This article is part of “Disabled and refused” a series examining cuts to Medicaid home care and the fallout for people with disabilities and their families. In a secret meeting at the White House complex this summer, an aide to Stephen Miller laid out…
New aircraft carrier, 10,000 American troops: is the war in Iran about to intensify? | US-Israeli war against Iran
The United States is deploying a third aircraft carrier strike group to Middle East waters near Iran, a US official told Al Jazeera, as the war enters its eighth month and both sides mull escalation and diplomatic engagement. Thousands of additional…
Texas is a Democratic blue mirage. Paxton and the Trump polls could shine a light on it
While experts disagree over CNN analyst Harry Enten’s claim Thursday calling Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton the least popular Republican Texas Senate candidate of the century, they largely agree that Paxton is an unusually polarizing politician.…
JD Vance talks 2028 and how a Cornell student responded to a rape accusation: Morning Rundown
JD Vance discusses his approach to the midterm elections as he eyes a 2028 presidential bid. Archives detail a Cornell fraternity brother’s account of the night a woman claims she was raped. And what long-term unemployment says about the economy.…
Manchester City confirms appeal against guilty verdict
Manchester City have confirmed they are appealing after an independent commission found the club guilty of all charges relating to breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations. In a brief statement, the club said the commission’s…
Pete Hegseth to launch new Pentagon Office of Religious Affairs
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is launching an office of religious affairs, the latest of his faith-related reforms at the Pentagon. He announced in a speech On Wednesday, the office will help provide “premier religious support” and…
“Pain in the ass”: Trump shows his displeasure with Paxton again after audio leak – Roll Call
President Donald Trump once again had Texas on his mind on Thursday, turning to the state’s Attorney General Ken Paxton, a day after leaked audio added to the awkwardness between the president and a Senate candidate he called a “pain in the…
Trump clashes as start of new Supreme Court term approaches
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump’s harsh criticism could still ring in the ears of Supreme Court justices when they return to the bench for another nine-month term next week. In the final months of his previous term and during the summer recess,…
Democrats regain ground on voter registration in key states after sharp declines after 2024
After suffering massive voter registration losses following the last presidential election, Democrats have stemmed the bleeding in several key states heading into this year’s midterms, according to an analysis by NBC News’ Decision Desk. NBC…
Failed ‘tortuous’ execution attempt against Christa Pike reignites death penalty debate: NPR
Media witnesses recount the moments before Christa Pike’s execution was stopped Wednesday in Nashville, Tennessee. George Walker IV/AP hide caption toggle caption I George Walker IV/AP The botched execution in Tennessee of Christa Pike, who…