Poll: Trump’s reliance on billionaires is extremely unpopular
Asked about Donald Trump relying on billionaires “for advice about government policy,” Americans' attitudes appear to be one-sided.
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JD Vance clashes with Catholic bishops as GOP line on religion evolves
As last week began, Republicans targeted an Episcopal bishop. As last week ended, JD Vance clashed with Roman Catholic bishops...
It’s not just Colombia: Trump’s first-week international incidents pile up
At this pace, the newly inaugurated Republican president should be able to alienate just about every other country on the...
Trump, Republicans try and fail to defend his ‘midnight massacre’
The president’s mass firings of inspectors general were indefensible and possibly illegal. The reactions from congressional Republicans added insult to...
On immigration, Republicans reject the idea of a bipartisan approach
Senate Democrats told GOP leaders they were ready to deal on an immigration package. Republicans, however, prefer a partisan approach...
Why won’t Trump say whether he has spoken to Vladimir Putin?
Donald Trump still won't say whether he's had a recent conversation with Russia’s Vladimir Putin. It's not at all clear...
Trump’s newfound interest in partnering with Black communities didn’t last long
In his presidential inaugural address, Donald Trump told Black voters, "I look forward to working with you." He apparently didn't...
The ‘Department of Government Efficiency’ has a rough first week
As the first week of Trump’s second term gets underway, the not-quite-real Department of Government Efficiency is both struggling and...
Trump finds another group of politically allied criminals to pardon
For Donald Trump, presidential pardons are effectively party favors to be handed out to people he likes, agrees with or...
Why Trump’s ridiculous new line on the war in Ukraine matters
After breaking a campaign promise about the war in Ukraine, Donald Trump is making matters worse by blaming Ukraine for...