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Dec 4, 2025 · Young Americans are “a generation under profound strain” with little confidence in institutions and widespread economic concerns, according to a Harvard Institute of Politics …

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5 days ago · President Donald Trump confirmed today that the US has taken control of an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela. Follow for live updates.

Feb 3, 2025 · President Donald Trump signed stiff new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on Saturday, fulfilling a campaign promise to impose significant new taxes on imports from the …

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6 days ago · It is unusual for a federal appellate judge to attend political events like these. Federal appellate judges enjoy lifetime appointments, in part to insulate them from partisan politics.

3 days ago · Americans are being failed by their government. As it stands, Congress will go home for the holidays without rescuing millions of people whose health insurance premiums will …

Aug 13, 2025 · The story of President Donald Trump’s first seven months back in office is the consolidation of power.