Saturday June 28, 2025
Politics
Supreme Court Ruling Curtails Federal Judges' Power to Block Government Policies, Marking a Major Shift in Legal Battles

The U.S. Supreme Court's landmark ruling blunting a potent weapon that federal judges have used to block government policies was in many ways a victory for.

Chief Justice Roberts Rebukes Trump Amid Concerns Over Adherence to Court Orders

Chief Justice John Roberts chastised President Donald Trump early on in his second term. Justice Amy Coney Barrett pointedly questioned whether his administration would adhere to court orders.

Media Reexamines Trump’s Fitness Amid Biden’s Cognitive Decline Scandal

The legacy media's tense scrutiny of Donald Trump's fitness during his first term in office is being revisited as Joe Biden's cognitive decline scandal continues making headlines.

U.S. Supreme Court Grants Trump New Victory, Potentially Easing Legal Challenges

The U.S. Supreme Court gave Donald Trump his latest in a series of victories at the nation's top judicial body.

Aaron Reitz Bets on Trump Ties in GOP Attorney General Race

Aaron Reitz is running for attorney general. Reitz says he has the best ties to the Trump administration.

Trump Vows to Exercise Expanded Authority on Immigration and Education Following Supreme Court Ruling

Trump says his administration will flex its authority on issues ranging from immigration to higher education.

Michigan Education Budget Proposal Sparks Concerns Among School Leaders Amid Billions in Proposed Cuts

A proposed education budget passed in Michigan’s House of Representatives is raising concerns. The budget, proposed by Republican leadership, would cut billions in funds.

Tens of Thousands Rally for Budapest Pride Despite Government Ban

Tens of thousands of people took to the streets for Budapest Pride on Saturday. The government of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán tried to ban the event.

Trump Boasts About U.S. Strikes Against Iran Amid NATO Summit Attendance

Trump continued to brag about the success of U.S. strikes against Iran. He also attended the NATO Summit this week.

Israeli Military Detains Six Settlers in West Bank Overnight Following Attack on Security Forces

Israeli military detained six settlers in the occupied West Bank overnight. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) say suspects attacked security forces.

Senate Republicans to Hold Closed-Door Meeting Saturday to Gauge Support for Proposed Changes

Senate Republicans are scheduled to meet behind closed doors Saturday afternoon. They are testing whether the changes will be sufficient to win the support of 50 Republicans.

Republican Leaders Prepare to Finalize Domestic Policy Megabill by Refining Trump's Legislative Agenda

Republican leaders expect to finish up their domestic-policy megabill the same way they've advanced it this far.

Budapest Pride Defies Ban as Liberal Mayor Supports Parade Amid Government Crackdown

Organizers of Budapest Pride took to the streets in defiance of Hungarian Prime Minster Viktor Orban’s effort to ban the event.

President Denounces Report of Admin Funding Non-Military Nuclear Facilities for Iran

The president has hit back at the report that his administration would help fund non-military nuclear facilities for Iran.

Iranians Say Notorious Jail Director Escaped Before Airstrikes After Israeli Alert to His Son

Israeli sources contacted his son with a warning: have your father open the prison doors, or he will be targeted.

Senate Convenes Rare Weekend Session to Fast-Track Trump’s Tax Cuts and Spending Cuts Ahead of July Fourth Deadline

The Senate is expected to grind through a rare weekend session. Republicans race to pass President Donald Trump's package of tax breaks and spending cuts by July Fourth.

Chief Justice Roberts Criticizes Trump Early in Second Term as Justice Barrett Questions Administration's Commitment to Court Orders

Chief Justice John Roberts chastised President Donald Trump early on in his second term. Justice Amy Coney Barrett pointedly questioned whether his administration would adhere to court orders.

Republican Leaders Unveil New Offensive Against Critics at Faith and Freedom Coalition Summit in D.C.

Republican leaders showcased an emerging line of attack against Obama. They were speaking at the Faith and Freedom Coalition summit.

In Second Term, Trump Gains Key Republican Support Amid Controversies and Nominations

President Donald Trump has turned most Republican members of Congress against him. The House speaker declared Congress has no war powers.

Democratic Primary in Albany’s 3rd and 6th Wards Nearing Recounts as Leaders Lead by Narrow Margins

In the 3 rd Ward, Arthur Lumpkin leads James Davis, with 320 votes to Davis' In the 6 th Ward Common Council seats, the race is neck-and-neck.