David Carlson 
Goverment shutdown Senator Chuck Schumer declared that Democrats are open to ending the government shutdown in return for a one-year extension of health care tax credits. In an impassioned speech, Schumer claimed that the Senate’s repeated failed votes indicated it was time to “try something different.” He maintained that a political impasse that has left … Read more
Supreme Court blocks lower court order forcing Trump administration to fully fund SNAP program In a significant decision that may affect the more than 42 million Americans who depend on food assistance, a federal judge has mandated that the Trump administration fully fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for November. Millions of people are … Read more
Speaker Mike Johnson is embroiled in a new controversy on Capitol Hill after he delayed the swearing-in of Representative-elect Adalita Grahalva, a move that has led to a lawsuit and raised concerns about his intentions. Opponents claim the delay is a political ploy to thwart a crucial vote that would compel the long-awaited Jeffrey Epstein … Read more
Trump tells Pentagon to ready ‘vicious’ military action in Nigeria: ‘MOVE FAST Former President Donald Trump has issued an ultimatum to the Nigerian government, giving it a chance to stop such atrocities or else face “fast and vicious” military action from the US. One of Trump’s most impactful statements about foreign violence since his return … Read more
‘SNL’ Cold Open Skewers NYC Mayoral Debate With Miles Teller as Andrew Cuomo, Ramy Youssef as Zohran Mamdani and Shane Gillis With the federal government still shut down, food stamps being cut off for millions of Americans, and the World Series heading into a tense Game 7 between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue … Read more
Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, disrupting schedules for Ottawa residents and new parents. Experts are pushing to end the “outdated practice,” citing health issues and the science supporting year-round standard time. It’s that time of year again — a clear sign winter’s almost here. Daylight saving time officially wraps up early Sunday morning, so remember … Read more
President Donald Trump provided another viral moment during the White House Halloween celebration this week, dusting off a familiar trick — or treat — from years past. The playful encounter quickly lit up social media, echoing a similar scene that became an internet sensation back in 2019. The White House was decked out in orange … Read more
President Donald Trump said that he has ordered the Department of Defense to begin testing nuclear weapons “immediately.” With his statement signaling a drastic reversal of United States’ defense policy and capturing worldwide headlines mere hours before his high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Busan, South Korea. In a posting from South Korea, … Read more
Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy had an income of approximately $3.4 million last year, about $2 million more than it was last year. This is contained in partial tax returns and a summary issued by the governor’s office Wednesday. The duo, who file jointly, paid about $1.3 million in federal and state taxes, … Read more
Trump to Meet with Xi Jinping in South Korea Top-level trade talks between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded in Busan, South Korea, where the two leaders discussed trade relations between the world’s largest economies. The meeting marked the centerpiece of Trump’s Asia trip, with both sides signaling cautious optimism about … Read more