Political News For 2026-07-24
Politics moves fast, and finding reliable coverage without constant outrage can be difficult. A Skeptic News brings together a wide range of daily political reporting, analysis, and commentary from across the spectrum — curated with a focus on balance, substance, and moderation. Whether you're center-left, center-right, or simply tired of partisan noise, you'll find informed perspectives worth reading every day. Today's edition includes 109 articles from 20 sites. We chose these from 1545 articles found on 39 sites.
Today's featured sites are:
Reason.com, Politics, The Hill News, MS NOW, NBC News Politics, NPR Topics: Politics, Washington Examiner, Latest Political News on Fox News, The Bulwark, Politics | The Guardian, American Enterprise Institute – AEI, The American Conservative, US, Bloomberg Politics, Semafor, Axios, RealClearPolitics - Homepage, NYT > U.S. > Politics, Politics - CBSNews.com, The Dispatch.
Former Obama spox charged with financial felony in city engulfed by fraud scandals
Adam Fetcher, Barack Obama's former deputy national press secretary, faces a felony fraud charge after allegedly stealing a co-worker's debit card.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Support for Iran war among Trump voters plummets: Poll
Voters who backed President Trump in the presidential election are dropping their support for the U.S.-Israeli conflict in Iran given its costs, according to a new poll, which found support from MAGA voters falling by 13 points. A Politico poll released Wednesday asked voters whether the war should ...
The Hill News
Jul 22, 2026 - thehill.com
ECB Holds Rates Steady
State of the Union: The Iran War continues to drive higher energy prices and broader inflation. The post ECB Holds Rates Steady appeared first on The American Conservative.
The American Conservative
Jul 23, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com
China’s Threat to the World Economic Recovery
We must hope that China recognizes that a slowing European economy coupled with growing political polarization, means that European patience with China’s surging exports will run thin. Maybe then China will rebalance its economy to reduce its excessive import reliance. However, I do not suggest hold...
American Enterprise Institute – AEI
Jul 23, 2026 - aei.org
Trump rails against Ossoff and ‘Democrat communists’ in Georgia speech
President Trump on Wednesday took aim at Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff (D) and what he called “communist” Democrats during his speech in the Peach State, calling Ossoff “terrible” and likening him to the comedic character Pee-wee Herman. Ossoff is running for reelection against Trump-backed Rep. Mike Coll...
The Hill News
Jul 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Second Amendment Roundup: New Jersey Rifle and Magazine Bans Bite the Dust
The Third Circuit takes Second Amendment rights seriously.
Reason.com
Jul 23, 2026 - reason.com
Mamdani says New York doesn’t have authority to arrest Netanyahu, urges feds to act
The mayor had said the city might enforce a warrant against the Israeli leader, drawing Democratic criticism. On Tuesday, he urged the U.S. government to do so.
Politics
Jul 22, 2026 - washingtonpost.com
GOP firebrand moves to dissolve Congressional Black Caucus: ‘Federally sanctioned segregation’
Nancy Mace's resolution would bar race-based House caucuses, effectively forcing dissolution of the Congressional Black Caucus and similar groups.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Democrats prep for doomsday election scenarios
In today’s edition of The Tea, Spilled by Morning Joe: Chuck Schumer and the Democrats prepare for November, Dems have the edge on handling key issues, and more. The post Democrats prep for doomsday e...
MS NOW
Jul 23, 2026 - ms.now
Business rates cut for pubs, clubs and music venues in England only ‘a small move’, say critics
Hospitality businesses call on Andy Burnham to cut VAT and extend help to hotels and restaurantsPubs, clubs and live music venues in England will receive a 20% discount on their business rates bills as part of a £100m aid package but Andy Burnham has immediately faced calls to be more ambitious.The ...
Politics | The Guardian
Jul 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Thune says Senate lacks votes for $95 billion budget resolution
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) said Thursday the votes aren’t there in the Senate to advance a House-passed budget resolution that would pave the way for a $95 billion reconciliation bill to fund the war in Iran, farm aid and election-related reforms. “As I’ve said before you got to get ...
The Hill News
Jul 23, 2026 - thehill.com
EU slaps Google with record $1 billion antitrust fine
The bloc accused the search giant of illegally using its market dominance to favor its own services.
Semafor
Jul 23, 2026 - semafor.com
Mark Sanford announces run for Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat
Former Gov. Mark Sanford (R-SC) has thrown his hat in the ring for South Carolina‘s special Republican primary election to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) in the U.S. Senate. Sanford joins a list of about half a dozen candidates, including Sen. Darline Graham Nordone (R-SC), Graham’s sis...
Washington Examiner
Jul 23, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Italy Targets Youth Crime Under Meloni’s Law-and-Order Push
The Italian government introduced measures it says are devised to combat youth crime, as it continues to sharpen its law-and-order agenda ahead of a general election next year.
Bloomberg Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - bloomberg.com
Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 7.23.26: DCCC-backed candidate falls short in Arizona
Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country. The post Thursday’s Campaign Round-Up, 7.23.26: DCCC-backed candidate falls short in Arizona appeared first on MS NOW.
MS NOW
Jul 23, 2026 - ms.now
Bolsonaro Denies New Links to Bank Scandal Ahead of Election
Brazilian presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro denied fresh allegations of links to a major banking scandal after local media reported that his law firm received money from a consultant tied to Banco Master SA.
Bloomberg Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - bloomberg.com
Fox News Power Rankings: The top races to watch as 36 states choose their next governor
From Wisconsin's toss-up race to Kansas Republicans' best flip opportunity, these governor races could decide which party holds a majority of statehouses.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Trump adds condition to Saudi nuclear deal: Normalizing relations with Israel
The president laid out the new requirement a day after the agreement was signed, casting the future of the pact into doubt.
Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - washingtonpost.com
Inflation and interest rates tracker: see how your country compares
Explore the latest data through interactive charts
US
Jul 23, 2026 - ft.com
The world is crazy, but stocks are up?
A markets mystery has perplexed some analysts this year: Why are stocks sitting near all-time highs while the global economy is rocked by geopolitical conflict and inflation pressures?Why it matters: The usual retort is that the stock market is not the economy, but a new report from Moody's offers a...
Axios
Jul 23, 2026 - axios.com
The hidden left-wing network powering a ‘conservative’ rebellion against a major Trump priority
Humans First enlisted Green Party figures and Democratic-aligned activists despite billing itself as a conservative grassroots movement.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Dem Rhode Island lawmaker threatens ICE: 'Your day of reckoning will come m----- f------'
Rhode Island Democrat Enrique Sanchez threatened ICE with a profane "day of reckoning'"post, escalating his history of calling agents "Nazi Gestapo thugs."
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Trump is Undermining Elections in U.S.
It's right there in his name: Sen. Mark Warner for months has been on a tear to warn Americans of President Trump's designs to disrupt the midterm elections.
RealClearPolitics - Homepage
Jul 23, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com
Brendan Carr Says ABC's Refusal To Air a Trump Speech Could Affect Renewal of Its Broadcast Licenses
The FCC chairman thinks the "public interest" standard is a license to interfere with freedom of the press.
Reason.com
Jul 23, 2026 - reason.com
Latino leaders push DNC to make Nevada first primary or caucus state in 2024
A group of prominent Latino leaders is making a last-minute push to convince Democratic National Committee members to make Nevada the first state to cast votes in the Democratic primary in 2028, according to a letter obtained by The Hill. In a letter to members of the DNC’s Rules and Blaws Committe...
The Hill News
Jul 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Republicans are calling for faster election results. They have a point.
Ballot counting could be sped up without making it harder to vote. The post Republicans are calling for faster election results. They have a point. appeared first on MS NOW.
MS NOW
Jul 23, 2026 - ms.now
Senate GOP expresses concern over Iran endgame after Hegseth hearing
Senate Republicans are growing increasingly concerned about what they say is a lack of a clear plan to end the military conflict with Iran, warning that rising U.S. casualties and stubbornly high gas prices are going to hurt their party in the midterm election. GOP lawmakers came away dissatisfied f...
The Hill News
Jul 23, 2026 - thehill.com
Will Courts Uphold the EPA's Rescission of the "Endangerment Finding"?
The legal arguments put forward by the EPA are weak and unpersuasive, and could undermine the Administration's position in other climate litigation.
Reason.com
Jul 22, 2026 - reason.com
Jack Smith doubles down against GOP accusations he lied under oath
Jack Smith's lawyers call Jim Jordan's criminal referral "meritless," claiming Trump ordered his prosecution and questions focused on toll records.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Amish Shah Wins Democratic Primary in Swing Arizona House District
Dr. Amish Shah, who beat the choice of the party’s House campaign arm, will face Jay Feely, a Republican, in a battleground district that covers parts of Phoenix.
NYT > U.S. > Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - nytimes.com
Trump Administration Says Surprise Billing Law Is Being ‘Gamed’ by Doctors
For the first time, officials have acknowledged problems with the No Surprises Act, which has led to huge payments.
NYT > U.S. > Politics
Jul 22, 2026 - nytimes.com
Dem supported 'Green New Deal' after receiving nearly $60K from energy groups, now wants congressional seat
Democrat Sean McCann's energy contributions from DTE Energy resurface as he campaigns to unseat Rep. Bill Huizenga in Michigan's 4th district.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Sharpton: Democrats should keep South Carolina as first 2028 primary
Civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton on Wednesday pushed for South Carolina to remain the first Democratic primary in the 2028 presidential election. In a Wednesday press release from the South Carolina Democratic Primary, Sharpton said that “Black voters have shown up for the Democratic Party again...
The Hill News
Jul 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Shah defeats House Democrats’ pick for battleground Arizona seat
Former state Rep. Amish Shah defeated former broadcast journalist Marlene Galán-Woods in the Democratic primary for Arizona’s open 1st Congressional District, according to Decision Desk HQ. Shah’s victory on Wednesday delivers a blow to national Democrats, who lined up behind Galán-Woods — a Republ...
The Hill News
Jul 23, 2026 - thehill.com
Redistricting pushes incumbents toward the exits: From the Politics Desk
In today’s edition, we dive into the still-growing number of lawmaker retirements this election cycle.
NBC News Politics
Jul 22, 2026 - nbcnews.com
NJ's Election Disclosure Doesn't Prove Trump's Claims
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill and her staff did not try to cover up or defend this glitch. They caught it. They publicly announced it. And fixed it.
RealClearPolitics - Homepage
Jul 23, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com
Ken Paxton walks out of press conference, avoids tough questions
If you’re running for the U.S. Senate, answering tough questions isn’t optional. It’s part of the job. Texas Attorney General and Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton learned that the hard way this week when a press conference meant to highlight law enforcement quickly became all about the questi...
The Hill News
Jul 23, 2026 - thehill.com
Russia Labels Libertarian Party a 'Foreign Agent,' Effectively Ending Its Political Activity
The Libertarian Party of Russia is pessimistic about the chances of overturning these restrictions through the courts or any other legal means.
Reason.com
Jul 22, 2026 - reason.com
Global Hunger Falls From 35% in 1970 to 7.8%
Armed conflict and violence remain the primary drivers of acute food insecurity.
Reason.com
Jul 22, 2026 - reason.com
Democratic socialist leads Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial field: Poll
A new poll has Democratic socialist Francesca Hong leading the field in Wisconsin’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, although a plurality of respondents were undecided. The poll, conducted by Marquette Law School from July 8-16, found that 26 percent of 430 registered Democrats backed Hong, a membe...
The Hill News
Jul 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Jack Smith hit with criminal referral as GOP moves testimony fight toward prosecution
Jim Jordan issued a criminal referral against Jack Smith, accusing him of making false statements to Congress about accessing lawmakers' text messages.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
All change please: Burnham rips up the Starmer playbook – podcast
Andy Burnham’s first week in office has seen him announce a range of measures to help people with the cost of living crisis, and scrap several of Keir Starmer’s big policies. But critics – including former Starmer ministers – are questioning how they will be funded and whether they go far enough. Pi...
Politics | The Guardian
Jul 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
The DSA, MAGA, and the New Policy Nihilism
From rent control and Medicare for All to tariffs, politicians left and right are embracing policy ideas that have been repeatedly shown to not work.
Reason.com
Jul 23, 2026 - reason.com
Lindell, Tafoya widening leads in Minnesota GOP primaries: Poll
A new poll shows both businessman Mike Lindell and political and cultural commentator Michele Tafoya gaining momentum in the Minnesota Republican gubernatorial and Senate primaries, respectively. The poll, conducted by KSTP/SurveyUSA, shows that while the GOP frontrunners are gaining bigger leads, t...
The Hill News
Jul 22, 2026 - thehill.com
AOC inherits the Bernie Sanders lane for the Democratic presidential primaries
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) has inherited the socialist lane for Democratic presidential primaries from Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), and the country should be prepared to face that fact in the 2028 elections. A recently released University of New Hampshire poll put Ocasio-Cortez’s support in...
Washington Examiner
Jul 23, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Live updates: Trump pokes at Ossoff; House passes NDAA, $95B budget framework
President Trump is in Marietta, Ga., on Wednesday afternoon for remarks on the economy, on the newly launched Trump Accounts and more. The visit occurs as he’s increasingly at odds with Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.), who is up for reelection. Trump nicknamed Ossoff “Peewee Herman.” Trump started Wednesday...
The Hill News
Jul 22, 2026 - thehill.com
House passes Pentagon funding bill and a blueprint to unlock new dollars for Iran war
Republicans passed more than $1 trillion for the Pentagon alongside a budget blueprint to fund the war with Iran and implement provisions of President Trump's election overhaul bill.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jul 22, 2026 - npr.org
Scoop: House Democrats want changes at the DCCC after $500,000 blunder in Arizona
House Democrats are publicly and privately pushing for changes at the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee after it spent more than $500,000 backing a failed primary candidate in Arizona.Why it matters: The House Democratic campaign arm has faced persistent criticism this year from its member...
Axios
Jul 23, 2026 - axios.com
U.S. workers are staying in unwanted jobs for health insurance
Almost a quarter of workers in the U.S. — 23 million adults — are experiencing "job lock," staying in roles they don't want to avoid losing health insurance benefits, according to a new Gallup analysis.Why it matters: Women and people who have chronic health conditions feel the burden most because ...
Axios
Jul 22, 2026 - axios.com
Amish Shah projected to win Arizona's 1st District Democratic primary
Democrat Amish Shah will be up against Republican Jay Feely in Arizona's 1st Congressional District in November.
Politics - CBSNews.com
Jul 22, 2026 - cbsnews.com
Secret Service agent for Vance under review for allegedly leaking information
A member of Vice President JD Vance’s Secret Service detail has been placed under investigation for allegedly compromising informational and operational security, the Secret Service confirmed to the Washington Examiner. The Secret Service agent is suspected of leaking information to MS Now for a rep...
Washington Examiner
Jul 23, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Former intel community chief James Woolsey dies at 84
Former Director of Central Intelligence James Woolsey, who led the intelligence community during a portion of President Bill Clinton's tenure, passed away at age 84.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Johnson delivers big for Trump, but frustration grows across razor-thin GOP majority
Frustrations mount over how Speaker Mike Johnson manages the razor-thin House majority even as the GOP nets a series of big wins.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Lobbying firm pressed for details about payments to journalists for favourable stories
MPs and others condemn behaviour of CT Group, which offered cash for positive coverage of clientsA political lobbying firm secretly paying journalists for articles favourable to its clients is facing calls to reveal full details of the payments, after the practice was denounced as a dangerous “attac...
Politics | The Guardian
Jul 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Prosecutors struggle to turn voter fraud claims into criminal charges
Many leads turn out to be innocuous or accidental, lacking evidence of malicious intent.
Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - washingtonpost.com
Democrat-backed candidate flips Chandler mayor’s office in Arizona
The City of Chandler in Arizona voted in their first mayoral election in eight years to elect independent candidate Matt Orlando in the race, flipping the seat. The nonpartisan race was between Councilmember Orlando and Arizona House legislator Jeff Weninger, with Orlando pulling ahead by 17 points....
The Hill News
Jul 22, 2026 - thehill.com
American Public Schools Lost 1.4 Million Students Since COVID. Their Budgets Grew by 34% Anyway.
Enrollment is down and so are achievement levels, yet spending is up 34 percent.
Reason.com
Jul 22, 2026 - reason.com
The End of Independent Agencies
The death of Humphrey's Executor was foretold, but some of the consequences may not have been anticipated.
Reason.com
Jul 22, 2026 - reason.com
Amish Shah wins Dem primary in battleground Arizona House race
He defeated a DCCC-backed candidate in the 1st District, one of Democrats’ top pickup opportunities this cycle.
Politics
Jul 22, 2026 - politico.com
Watch live: House Democrats outline agenda as midterm elections loom
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) and Democratic leaders will speak with reporters Thursday morning to outline the party’s accomplishments and goals as the midterms loom. Since this congressional term began, lawmakers on the left have focused much of their efforts on combatting Presiden...
The Hill News
Jul 23, 2026 - thehill.com
New poll complicates Vance’s status as Trump’s likely 2028 heir apparent
Marco Rubio surged from 7% to 26% in New Hampshire's latest GOP primary poll, dramatically closing the gap with JD Vance in the hypothetical 2028 presidential nomination race.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
New Hampshire poll gives 2 Democrats early edge in 2028 race
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg lead a hypothetical 2028 Democratic field in the Granite State, though the election is over two years away. The post N...
MS NOW
Jul 23, 2026 - ms.now
Saving Camp of the Saints
Ethan Rundell discusses The Camp of the Saints, its Amazon de-listing, and the pretense of free speech. The post Saving Camp of the Saints appeared first on The American Conservative.
The American Conservative
Jul 23, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com
Investors want a bigger reward for lending money
Data: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, U.S. Treasury Department; Chart: Courtenay Brown/AxiosThe relentless run-up in Treasury yields reflects the globe's new economic reality: It takes a much richer reward to persuade investors to lend their money, especially for the longer run.Why it matters: Un...
Axios
Jul 23, 2026 - axios.com
The 'App Store Freedom Act' Would Be Bad for Freedom
And for competition and innovation too
Reason.com
Jul 23, 2026 - reason.com
Khanna demands answers from CCP-linked company accused of undercutting US manufacturers
Rep. Ro Khanna demands Fuyao Glass reveal its CCP ties, labor practices and subsidies amid allegations of smuggling migrant workers to its Ohio plants.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
US to Outline Plans Thursday for Expiring Tariffs, Leavitt Says
US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will make an announcement later Thursday about the administration’s tariff plans, the White House said, as a global 10% baseline levy is set to expire.
Bloomberg Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - bloomberg.com
UK politics: Burnham pauses early prisoner release scheme due to start in September – as it happened
New PM says no prisoners will be released under the policy until there is an urgent review of schemeKemi Badenoch is speaking in central London at the moment and is expected to say that Andy Burnham is “still thinking like the mayor of Manchester”.“Going by what he’s announced so far, Andy Burnham’s...
Politics | The Guardian
Jul 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Republicans fall in line with Trump on Iran war despite rising costs and US death toll
Sen. Bill Cassidy proved the decisive vote again as Senate Republicans blocked Democrats' war powers resolution to restrict Trump's Iran strikes.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Trump administration signs commercial nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia
The agreement gives American companies priority access to nuclear reactors and fuel to Saudi Arabia. It's expected to last decades and be worth billions of dollars.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jul 22, 2026 - npr.org
Don't Blame AI for Your Own Medical Problems
A former pastor suing ChatGPT says the chatbot gave him life-threatening medical advice. But tech-enabled healthcare is not the problem.
Reason.com
Jul 23, 2026 - reason.com
FCC Wants To Ban Drones It Already Approved for Sale
If the government wants consumer products pulled from shelves as dangerous, it should at least have to prove its case.
Reason.com
Jul 22, 2026 - reason.com
Is the CIA enabling or restraining Trump’s election conspiracy theories?
The president’s claim that U.S. spy agencies conspired against him has put CIA Director John Ratcliffe in an awkward position. Critics say Ratcliffe is failing to protect American democracy. The pos...
MS NOW
Jul 23, 2026 - ms.now
Candidate who wants to abolish the Senate, arrest Netanyahu offers DSA shot at swing-seat breakthrough
Oliver Larkin says he supports arresting Benjamin Netanyahu, abolishing the U.S. Senate, and ending military aid to Israel ahead of the Florida primary.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Black, Latino Dems feud over calendar for 2028 presidential primary
A long-simmering feud between Black and Latino leaders in the Democratic Party exploded into the open Wednesday over which state should vote first in the 2028 presidential primary — South Carolina or Nevada.Why it matters: The racially fraught battle could help determine which candidates will have a...
Axios
Jul 23, 2026 - axios.com
Republicans urge Justice Department to investigate former prosecutor Jack Smith
The former special counsel led two criminal investigations of President Trump and has been a frequent target of Trump's ire on social media.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - npr.org
6 Democrats cross aisle, join GOP to back annual defense policy bill
Six Democratic House lawmakers crossed the aisle on Wednesday to join a majority of Republicans in passing a nearly $1.15 trillion annual defense policy bill. The Democrats who backed the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) all have a reputation of breaking with their party on key issues...
The Hill News
Jul 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Trump says Saudi Arabia's nuclear deal hinges on the kingdom normalizing Israel ties
After a Saudi nuclear power deal raised alarm in Israel, President Trump announced online that the arrangement is subject to the kingdom normalizing relations with Israel through the Abraham Accords.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - npr.org
‘Very disappointed:’ Trump voters slam president over Iran war
“It upset me that he told everybody he was gonna end it quick, and now it started all over again,” one voter told MS NOW. The post ‘Very disappointed:’ Trump voters slam president over Iran war appear...
MS NOW
Jul 23, 2026 - ms.now
Why therapy is making America more polarized
In Focus delivers deeper coverage of the political, cultural, and ideological issues shaping America. Published daily by senior writers and experts, these in-depth pieces go beyond the headlines to give readers the full picture. You can find our full list of In Focus pieces here. In the weeks after ...
Washington Examiner
Jul 23, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Dems Need To Hammer Trump on His Corruption
To win in this year's midterm elections, the party must highlight that Trump has made huge financial gains while millions struggle to make ends meet
RealClearPolitics - Homepage
Jul 23, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com
Nobody in Europe knows or cares what Kemi Badenoch thinks. That’s a big mistake | Simon Nixon
The opposition leader wants to pull the UK out of the ECHR, wrecking treaties from the Good Friday agreement to the Gibraltar dealSitting in Brussels, or one of the EU’s 27 chancelleries, one could be forgiven for tuning out the latest psychodramas in Britain’s Conservative party. After all, the cou...
Politics | The Guardian
Jul 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Democrats Fret About Trump Using Heavy Hand With Elections
Critics gameplan midterm scenarios if their worst fears unfold.
Bloomberg Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - bloomberg.com
Latest combat deaths show risk has shifted to troops far from Iran’s borders
Trump flew to Delaware to honor soldiers killed in the Iran war, which has proved deadly for those far from the front lines.
Politics
Jul 22, 2026 - washingtonpost.com
"The DCCC is not God": Tensions erupt over House Democrats' failed primary meddling
House Democrats are demanding a reckoning after the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee spent over $500,000 backing a candidate in Arizona who is on track to lose her primary.Why it matters: This is the third time in 2026 the House Democratic campaign arm has tried and failed to intervene in...
Axios
Jul 22, 2026 - axios.com
For a 2nd time, House approves resolution to end the war in Iran in a rebuke to Trump
Four Republicans joined Democrats to approve the measure. And while it is not legally binding, the resolution represents growing frustration inside Congress over the war.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - npr.org
4 House Republicans rebel against Trump, vote with Dems to block Iran war powers
House Democrats passed an Iran war powers resolution halting Trump's war in Iran with support from several GOP lawmakers.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Steve Hilton on the Murdochs, David Ellison, and conservative media’s California
Steve Hilton has lived many lives: a key strategist to former British Prime Minister David Cameron, a populist Fox News host, and — after renouncing his UK citizenship — the Republican nominee in California’s gubernatorial race.
Semafor
Jul 22, 2026 - semafor.com
Leavitt rips blue state’s explosive noncitizen voter-roll admission: ‘Not a coincidence’
Karoline Leavitt says New Jersey's admission of 6,600 noncitizens on voter rolls is no coincidence as Trump renews his SAVE America Act push.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Trump nears war funding crisis as congressional Republicans splinter
The White House and Pentagon are pushing for more Pentagon money, but a lack of clarity about needs in Iran and elsewhere is making their job harder.
Semafor
Jul 22, 2026 - semafor.com
WATCH: Brandon Gill corners law school gatekeeper with DEI question she won't answer
Rep. Brandon Gill pressed ABA president on whether diversity principles would justify rejecting a third Black Supreme Court justice nomination.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jul 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Democrats crash their own party
Democrats are tending towards do-overs that might create a problem for their base.
Semafor
Jul 22, 2026 - semafor.com
Appeals court blocks Trump administration from revoking TPS for Haitians until at least Monday
A federal appeals court has temporarily stopped the Trump administration from ending deportation protections for hundreds of thousands of Haitian migrants living in the U.S., at least for another few days. More than 300,000 Haitians were set to lose their temporary protected status (TPS) on Friday f...
The Hill News
Jul 23, 2026 - thehill.com
'New York Times' alleges White House abuses legal system to intimidate reporters
The New York Times will argue in court Thursday that the White House is abusing the justice system to intimidate reporters over a story that angered President Trump.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - npr.org
Daily on Energy: What is the Bab el-Mandeb strait and why is oil rising because of it?
WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY: Good afternoon and happy Thursday, readers! Folk-pop singer Noah Kahan sold out Washington’s Nationals Park last night, bringing what has become the soundtrack of New England to the district. 🎤🍂🐞 Fun fact: the New Hampshire town Callie grew up in has the same name as the Verm...
Washington Examiner
Jul 23, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Amish Shah beats Democratic establishment pick in House primary in Arizona
Rep. Andy Biggs, who voted to overturn the 2020 election results, won the GOP nomination for governor. Among Democrats, a left-wing challenger failed to unseat Rep. Greg Stanton.
Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - washingtonpost.com
Here Comes Another Round of Sham Tariffs
The administration is expected to announce Section 301 duties targeting ‘forced labor.’
The Dispatch
Jul 23, 2026 - thedispatch.com
New Concerns Over Oil Prices After Houthis Attack Saudi Tankers
There are new concerns about the future of oil and gas prices after Yemen-based Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, attacked two Saudi Arabian oil tankers in the Red Sea. NBC’s Richard Engel reports on the new front in the Middle East conflict and Christine Romans joins TODAY with analysis on the economi...
NBC News Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - today.com
House votes to limit Trump on Iran; Senate fails to advance similar measure
The votes marked the first test of Republican support for the conflict since President Donald Trump resumed military strikes against Tehran this month.
Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - washingtonpost.com
How predominantly Black areas in 6 states have been split up by redistricting
These maps show that the redistricting battle President Trump initiated has so far had a particular impact on largely Black congressional districts in Republican-led states.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jul 23, 2026 - npr.org
US prepares raft of new global tariffs
The Trump administration’s new proposals, including 50% tariffs on Canada, are expected to be announced as soon as this week.
Semafor
Jul 23, 2026 - semafor.com
The Homicide Rate Has Dropped to Historic Lows. Contrary to What Politicians Say, No One Really Knows Why.
The latest numbers from a sample of U.S. cities indicate continuing crime decreases that go beyond a reversion to pre-2020 norms.
Reason.com
Jul 23, 2026 - reason.com
"No one cares": The DSA primary challenge House Democrats are happy to ignore
Don't expect a lot of public lamentations from House Democrats next month if Rep. Shri Thanedar (D-Mich.) loses to his Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)-backed primary opponent.Why it matters: That would be a drastic deviation from recent DSA primary wins, which set off alarm bells among the De...