Lonnie D. Wayman, a Navy veteran in Tennessee with no known living relatives, was laid to rest with full military honors after hundreds of strangers and fellow veterans showed up to ensure he was not forgotten.
Clay Fuller and Shawn Harris Clash in Georgia Runoff
A crowded special election in Georgia produced no majority winner, sending Republican Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris to an April 7 runoff to fill Marjorie Taylor Greene’s vacated 14th District seat. President Donald Trump’s endorsement helped propel Fuller, while Harris consolidated Democratic voters in the deep red district.
Weinstein Claims #MeToo Evolved into a Money-Driven March
Harvey Weinstein tells The Hollywood Reporter that the wave of accusations against him was driven by payouts, describes harsh conditions at Rikers, admits poor behavior but denies sexual assault, and predicts he will be cleared.
Texas Democrats Unveil a Risky Senate Pick
Mollie Hemingway says James Talarico is so far left he would struggle in San Francisco, let alone Texas. Voters should pay attention to his record on abortion, trans issues, and how he uses faith in politics.
Democrats Confront Dismal Poll Numbers Ahead
A new NBC News poll shows weak favorability for Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris even among Democrats. The numbers point to a party struggling with its leading figures while Republicans show stronger in-party support.
Rep. Kevin Kiley Exits GOP, Declares Himself Independent
California Rep. Kevin Kiley announced he is leaving the Republican Party and registering as an independent while still planning to caucus with House Republicans. The move changes the official roster but leaves Speaker Mike Johnson with a narrow working majority and raises questions about procedural votes and the politics of California redistricting.
Overflowing Security Lines: Where Does the Fault Lie?
A partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security has left TSA understaffed and travelers stranded. Politicians are trading blame while long lines grow and Americans miss flights.
Senate Recognizes Jan. 6 Officers but Passes on the SAVE Act
The Senate moved to install a plaque honoring law enforcement who defended the Capitol on January 6, 2021, even as Republicans declined to advance the SAVE AMERICA Act. The action raises questions about priorities, justice for those arrested that day, and how Congress remembers what happened.
Kennedy: Ordering the Strike Was Trump’s Only Real Choice
Sen. John Kennedy defends President Donald Trump’s strikes on Iran as a limited, necessary move to stop a larger war and degrade Tehran’s nuclear and missile capabilities.
Havana Descends Into Chaos After 60-Hour Power Outage
Anger boiled over in Havana after neighborhoods endured more than 60 hours without power. Residents banged pots, chanted for electricity and freedom, and warned the island’s rulers they have had enough.