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Schumer Talks to Mamdani After NYC Mayoral Win
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., said he spoke to New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani after the democratic socialist's victory Tuesday night.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 22:29:54 EDTRep. Torres Faces Primary Challenge Over Pro-Israel Stance
The unapologetic support for Israel shown by Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-N.Y., has led to a primary challenge. Michael Blake, who unsuccessfully ran for New York City mayor last year, is launching a bid to unseat Torres.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:41:11 EDTGallup Poll: Americans More Positive About Drug War
More Americans believe the federal government is making progress in the war on illegal drugs than at any time in 25 years, and the number who think the nation has lost ground has dropped to a record low, according to Gallup's annual crime poll released Wednesday.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:58:46 EDTLouvre's Surveillance System Password? Just 'Louvre'
The password for the Louvre Museum’s surveillance system was simply “Louvre” at the time of the $102 million jewel heist last month, ABC News reported Wednesday. The news outlet cited an employee with knowledge of the system.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:24:44 EDTFmr Commerce Secretary Warns of Market Confusion If Court Nixes Tariffs
Former Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross warned that financial markets could face major confusion if the Supreme Court strikes down President Donald Trump's tariffs, the Washington Examiner reported.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:20:55 EDT12 Dead After Engine Fell off UPS Plane That Crashed in Ky.
A UPS cargo plane's left wing caught fire and an engine fell off just before it crashed and exploded after takeoff in Kentucky, a federal official said Wednesday, offering the first investigative details about a disaster that killed at least 12 people, including a ...
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:00:42 EDTJudge Orders Chicago ICE Facility to Improve Detainee Conditions
A federal judge on Wednesday ordered authorities to improve a Chicago-area immigration facility after a group of detainees sued, alleging they were being kept in "inhumane" conditions.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 20:58:31 EDTHouston Union Courts NYPD Cops After Mamdani Win
The Houston Police Officers’ Union made a recruiting pitch to NY Police Department cops in the wake of Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral election victory Tuesday night, posting notices on Facebook and X appealing to NYC cops who might be "disgusted" with Mamdani.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 20:12:28 EDTChinese Scholars Charged in Mich. Bio-Smuggling Plot
Three Chinese nationals employed as visiting scholars at the University of Michigan were charged Wednesday in an alleged scheme to smuggle genetically modified roundworms and other biological materials into the U.S.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:31:01 EDTTreasury Secretary Bessent Optimistic After Key High Court Hearing on Tariffs
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday said he came away from a Supreme Court hearing on the legality of President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs feeling "very, very optimistic."
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:17:32 EDT'Squad' Member Pressley Eyes Mass. Senate Seat
Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., a member of the progressive Squad, is considering running for the Senate seat held by Ed Markey, D-Mass., and has been reaching out to allies about a hypothetical candidacy, four people told Politico.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:10:58 EDTSen. Kennedy Aims to Block Lawmakers' Pay Amid Shutdown
Sen. John Kennedy, R-La., is set to file two bills that would block members of Congress from being paid — or even collecting back pay — when the government is closed.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 19:07:38 EDTBernie Sanders: 'Of Course' Division in Democratic Party
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., praised the election of democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani in the New York City mayoral race.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:55:03 EDTZOA's Mort Klein Warns Heritage Foundation of Breakup
A storm is brewing in the conservative movement as Morton A. Klein, president of the influential Zionist Organization of America, issued a blistering rebuke of the Heritage Foundation's continued support for former Fox News host Tucker Carlson.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:08:51 EDTUS Ends Protections for South Sudanese, Paves Way to Deportation
The Department of Homeland Security has terminated protections for South Sudanese nationals living in the U.S., paving the way for deportations starting next year.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:47:13 EDTModerate Dem Maine Rep. Golden Won't Seek Reelection
Rep. Jared Golden, a moderate Democrat who represents a battleground district in Maine, announced Wednesday he won't run again in 2026. Golden reflected on his decision in an editorial in the Bangor Daily News, blaming incivility and nastiness in politics.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:32:23 EDTScott Jennings: Don't 'Over Read' Election Results
CNN political analyst Scott Jennings threw cold water on jubilant Democrats Tuesday evening, reminding viewers that all of the party's victories came in reliably blue areas.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:39:43 EDTFAA to Reduce Flight Capacity by 10% at 40 Airports
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced Wednesday that flight capacity at 40 major U.S. airports will be reduced by 10% beginning Friday morning if the government shutdown has not ended.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 17:38:13 EDTKohberger's Defense Claims He Lacks Funds Promised in Plea Deal
Bryan Kohberger collected tens of thousands of dollars from his backers and his family after he was charged with murdering four Idaho college students in their sleep - and now he's attempting to keep the money from the families of his victims.
Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:46:33 EDTTrump Lawyer Tangles With Justice Gorsuch in Tariff Hearing
Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch, nominated by President Donald Trump, questioned Solicitor General D. John Sauer on Wednesday about the limits of presidential authority during arguments on the legality of Trump's tariff policies.
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