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Sinema’s stand on the border tested with resolution to acquit Mayorkas

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) has been a hawk on the border in the Senate, but the decision about what to do with impeachment articles against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas could serve as a test on the matter. Democrats in the Senate are floating the idea of tabling the articles levied against Mayorkas by the […]

Biden slammed by Obama veterans concerned about ‘mumbly’ president who seems older than ever: ‘Sounds more frail than he used to’

Obama administration veterans sounded the alarm on President Joe Biden’s age, 81, acknowledging that it was a major problem and growing in prominence. In an episode of Pod Save America, former Obama administration figures who worked directly with then-Vice President Biden said he appears to have deteriorated and that his health and mental acuity will […]

Key witness in Fani Willis trial ordered to return to stand after closed-door meeting with judge

A judge ordered Nathan Wade’s former law partner and divorce attorney Terrence Bradley to retake the stand to testify about the relationship between Wade and Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis.   Bradley originally tried to remove himself from testifying any knowledge of the relationship based on claims of attorney-client privilege. Fulton County Superior Court Judge […]

Macy’s closing down about 150 locations as part of ‘bold new chapter’ plans

Retail chain Macy’s has announced plans to close down more locations within the next few years, which are part of its plans to take it to a “bold new chapter.” These new plans involve the closure of roughly 150 of its “underperforming” locations, 50 of which will occur during the company’s current fiscal year and […]

Wendy’s to initiate Uber-style pricing depending on demand

Fast food giant Wendy’s is purportedly planning to initiate an Uber-style surge-pricing model for its menu depending on fluctuating demand. The plan, which will likely see a customer’s burger cost more during peak lunch and dinner hours, will be tested next year in a rollout, according to a report. “Guess people better change their lunch […]

What options do House Republicans have to avoid a government shutdown?

House Republicans are stuck between a rock and a hard place as Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) weighs options that can help Congress avoid a government shutdown before Friday’s deadline and keep him from facing the wrath of his party. Johnson and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY), along with Senate leaders and President Joe Biden, […]

Stimulus update: Direct payment worth $1,312 to be sent to some Alaska residents in 23 days

In 23 days, the Alaska Department of Revenue will issue checks from the Permanent Fund Dividend to another round of eligible residents who have yet to receive their payments from the state program. The Alaskans who will get their PFD checks on March 21 include residents who had the “Eligible-Not Paid” status as of March 13 and have not […]

Hunter Biden deposition: Republicans prepare for biggest impeachment interview yet

Hunter Biden is set to be deposed behind closed doors Wednesday as Republican lawmakers continue their efforts to impeach his father, President Joe Biden, ahead of the 2024 general election. The private deposition was a change of strategy from the president’s son and his legal team. For months, Biden said he would only field questions […]

‘Jeopardy!’ goes woke: ‘What are pronouns?’

Long-running game show Jeopardy! appears to have gone woke after including “neopronouns” as an answer in Monday’s Tournament of Champions quarterfinal. The term “neopronouns” was brought up after contestant Cris Pannullo, who had amassed a reported 21-win streak, selected the category “Speech Parts of Speech.” “Xem, Xyrs, Xemself,” host Ken Jennings read aloud. “What are pronouns?” […]

Florida stalls legislation on wrongful death for unborn following Alabama embryos case

A proposed bill in the Florida Senate that would expand wrongful death liability for unborn children in the womb has stalled in the wake of the controversial Alabama ruling that defined embryos cryogenically frozen for in vitro fertilization as “extrauterine children.” The “Wrongful Death of an Unborn Child” bill proposed by Florida state Sen. Erin […]
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