What’s in voting bill GOP is pushing to Senate floor

WASHINGTON (AP) — Legislation requiring proof of U.S. Citizenship for latest voters is gaining momentum as a key priority for President Donald Trump, who believes its passage will benefit the Republican Party in upcoming elections. The bill, known as the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act or SAVE America Act, is scheduled to be debated in … Read more

Over half the US is facing extreme weather threats

WASHINGTON (AP) — From a surprising heatwave in California to blizzards burying parts of the Midwest and storms rolling into the East Coast, chaotic weather on Monday put more than half the nation’s population in the path of extreme conditions. Airport delays and cancellations piled up across the U.S., with more than 4,700 flights canceled. … Read more

Potomac River sewage spill after January pipe collapse raises worries past DC

America’s Crumbling Infrastructure: A Looming Water Crisis The recent catastrophic sewage spill into the Potomac River – a staggering 244 million gallons of untreated wastewater – isn’t an isolated incident. It’s a stark warning sign of a nationwide problem: aging and failing water infrastructure. While the January collapse grabbed headlines, smaller, less publicized overflows occur … Read more

An intimate, final memorial for Rev. Jesse Jackson fills civil rights leader’s Chicago headquarters

CHICAGO (AP) — Following a public celebration of his life, Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. Was honored with a more private memorial service Saturday at the Rainbow PUSH Coalition headquarters on the South Side of Chicago. The service, attended by approximately a few hundred family members, allies, and confidants, marked the culmination of a week of … Read more

More snow falls on Northeast US already buried in snow

Light snow fell across parts of the Northeast on Wednesday as residents resumed normal routines following a massive storm that blanketed the region from Maryland to Maine. Lingering Impacts and Recovery Efforts While an additional one to three inches of snow was forecast, the primary concern shifted to hazardous road conditions as melting snow refroze … Read more

Northeast US digs out from brutal snowstorm

Millions across the northeastern United States contended with travel to school and work on Tuesday as they dug out from a major storm that, in some areas, broke records for snowfall, canceled flights, disrupted transit, and downed power lines. Even as the snow moved north, giving way to sunshine in parts of the region, National … Read more

Melania Trump’s documentary premieres at the Kennedy Center

The Rise of the ‘Personal Brand’ First Lady: Melania Trump’s Documentary and the Future of Political Image-Making Melania Trump’s foray into documentary filmmaking with “Melania” isn’t just a peek behind the curtain of the White House; it’s a harbinger of a significant shift in how political figures, particularly First Ladies, will cultivate and control their … Read more

Spending bill still refers to the Kennedy Center

The Kennedy Center’s Identity Crisis: A Battle Between Politics and Legacy The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, a monument to a fallen president and a beacon of American culture, is currently embroiled in a dispute that goes beyond aesthetics. A recent bipartisan spending package includes $32 million for the Center’s operations, but … Read more

Trump & Nicklaus Plan DC Military Golf Course Revamp

The Presidential Playground: Trump’s Golf Ambitions and the Future of Executive Recreation President Trump’s reported plans to overhaul the Courses at Andrews, the military golf facility near Washington D.C., aren’t just about a personal preference for a new golfing venue. They signal a broader trend: the evolving relationship between the presidency, leisure, and the use … Read more

Tight space at the White House has long been an issue, longtime usher says

The White House Ballroom Debate: A History of Presidential Space Needs and Future Renovations The recent controversy surrounding Donald Trump’s planned White House ballroom expansion isn’t a new phenomenon. As revealed by Gary Walters, the longest-serving White House chief usher, presidents have always desired more space for entertaining. This desire, coupled with evolving needs and … Read more