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Jennifer Shutt Former TV personality and onetime U.S. Senate candidate Mehmet Oz could become the next administrator for the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, an expansive government agency that is responsible for large swaths of the country’s health care. President-elect Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate Oz on …

Jimmy Williams   President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, is his nominee for commerce secretary. Lutnick, a longtime Trump ally and co-chair of his transition team, is known for his resilience, cryptocurrency advocacy, and strong support for tariffs aimed at protecting American workers. “Howard …

Jimmy Williams President-elect Donald Trump’s Agenda47 platform includes a bold proposal: dismantling the Department of Education and transferring its functions to state governments. Trump argues that states are better equipped to handle education needs, but critics warn that the move could disrupt funding and accountability for millions of students. What …

Jimmy Williams As President-elect Donald Trump builds his second administration, some of his most prominent campaign donors are under consideration for high-ranking positions, continuing a long tradition of rewarding key financial backers. Several billionaire contributors to pro-Trump super PACs and fundraising efforts are poised to wield influence in Washington, reflecting …

Jimmy Williams As President-elect Donald Trump pushes for Matt Gaetz to lead the Justice Department, allegations have surfaced that the former Florida congressman paid women for sex at exclusive parties, including one involving a minor. The accusations, made by attorney Joel Leppard on behalf of two women, have reignited scrutiny …

Jimmy Williams Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) introduced a resolution Monday to ban transgender women from using female bathrooms in the U.S. Capitol, just weeks before Rep.-elect Sarah McBride (D-Del.), the first out transgender member of Congress, is set to take office. The measure would restrict lawmakers and House employees to …

Jennifer Shutt The Biden administration is asking Congress to approve $98.4 billion in emergency spending to bolster the federal government’s response and recovery efforts following a series of natural disasters, including Hurricanes Helene and Milton that devastated parts of Southeastern states. The Federal Emergency Management Agency and Department of Agriculture …

Grace Panetta, Candice Norwood Originally published by The 19th Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general, has long been dogged by allegations of illicit drug use and sexual relations with underage women, though he has never been charged. Now, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle …

Jimmy Williams President-elect Donald Trump announced Sunday his selection of Brendan Carr, a current Republican commissioner on the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), to serve as its chairman. Carr, a vocal advocate for reforming tech regulations, played a key role in shaping conservative priorities for the FCC through his contributions to …

Jimmy Williams President-elect Donald Trump announced Thursday the nomination of three attorneys who defended him in high-profile criminal cases to top roles within the Department of Justice. The move underscores Trump’s commitment to reshaping the DOJ and its leadership as he prepares to take office in January. Todd Blanche, who …

Jimmy Williams President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) to strike deeper into Russian territory, marking a significant shift in U.S. policy as Russia bolsters its war effort with North Korean troops. The decision comes amid escalating tensions, with Russia deploying thousands of …

JImmy Williams Pro-Trump groups launched a $45 million misinformation campaign during the 2024 election, spreading deceptive messages to key voter groups to undermine Vice President Kamala Harris. The effort, orchestrated by advisors connected to Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, used tailored messaging to depress Democratic turnout …

Jimmy Williams House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., urged the House Ethics Committee on Friday to withhold the findings of its investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., now President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general. Johnson argued that releasing the report, which allegedly details accusations of sexual misconduct, drug use, …

Jimmy Williams President-elect Donald Trump has announced Karoline Leavitt as his choice for White House press secretary, making the 27-year-old the youngest person to serve in the role. Leavitt, a longtime aide to Trump and seasoned communications strategist, has been a prominent figure in his inner circle, serving as national …

Ashley Murray President-elect Donald Trump continued his blitz of Cabinet and senior staff selections, closing the week Friday with the announcement that North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum, a former presidential rival turned Trump surrogate, is his candidate to lead the federal department responsible for vast swaths of federal lands and …