Progressives tap a rising star to deliver their response to Trump

Slotkin to deliver Democratic response to Trump's joint address

Sen. Elissa Slotkin will deliver the Democrats' response to President Trump's joint address to Congress next week, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Thursday.

CBS News - 1d

Slotkin to deliver Democratic response to Trump address

Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) is going to deliver the Democratic response to President Trump’s upcoming congressional address, according to a Thursday press release. Slotkin’s role was revealed by ...

The Hill - 1d

Trump taps Alice Johnson to be "pardon czar"

President Trump offered clemency to grandmother Alice Johnson in 2018 while she was serving prison time for nonviolent drug-related offenses.

CBS News - Feb. 21

Trump taps Dan Bongino to be deputy FBI director

President Donald Trump announced that he has selected conservative commentator and former Fox News host Dan Bongino to serve as deputy FBI director. The position does not require Senate confirmation.

NBC News - 5d

Live updates: Trump delivers remarks at CPAC

President Trump on Saturday is about to deliver the closing speech of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, Md., an appearance that comes just over a month into ...

The Hill - 6d

Conservative podcaster Dan Bongino tapped for Trump's deputy FBI director

President Donald Trump announced the selection of conservative commentator and former Fox News host Dan Bongino to serve as deputy FBI director.

NBC News - 5d

Can Mike Johnson deliver Trump's "big beautiful bill"?

House Speaker Mike Johnson is working to build support for the Trump-endorsed budget proposal ahead of an expected floor vote this week. Senate Republicans passed their own budget plan Friday. ...

CBS News - 4d

Progressives launch campaign against Trump, GOP tax agenda

Progressives have launched their first organized campaign against Republicans’ tax agenda, urging Democratic lawmakers and activists to fight jointly against what they say will be tax breaks for ...

The Hill - 4d

Fed Flags Rising Inflation Risks and Rising Uncertainty About Trump’s Policies

Rates cuts are still on the menu, but like many businesses, Fed officials are having a tough time judging the impact of Trump’s tariff and immigration plans.

Inc. - Feb. 20

Trudeau: Canadian lawmaker's call to bar Trump from G7 meeting 'not responsible'

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Thursday rejected a call from Parliament member Jagmeet Singh to bar President Trump from attending the Group of Seven (G7) summit that is set to take ...

The Hill - 1d

Trump administration briefing: chaos caused by Musk’s Doge; fears over far-right podcaster tapped for FBI

From the latest in Musk’s fight to fire federal workers to concern over appointment of Dan Bongino – key US politics stories from Monday at a glance. Confusion continued on Monday over the demands ...

The Guardian - 4d

Inflation Is Rising. What Will That Mean for Trump’s Tariffs?

Consumer sentiment has turned south as high prices weigh on households. Could that crimp big pieces of the president’s economic agenda, including tariffs?

The New York Times - 1d

Trump singled me out for ruining women’s sport. This is my response to him | Austin Killips

The president talks about trans athletes ‘invading’ women’s sports, while doing nothing at all to elevate, fund or support women athletes. Earlier this month, Donald Trump singled me out. In ...

The Guardian - Feb. 20

With Nato adrift and Brussels snubbed, is the UK key to Europe’s response to Trump?| Simon Tisdall

In a fast-moving crisis, the EU hasn’t been nimble enough. The onus must fall on ‘coalitions of the willing’ to stop a US-Putin carve-up. At moments of great crisis, national leaders and ...

The Guardian - 45m

'Tyranny is rising in the White House': Voters slam representatives on Trump, DOGE

Some Republicans are facing pushback in their hometowns as President Donald Trump and DOGE makes severe cuts across the federal government.

ABC News - Feb. 21

Even ‘Real Housewives’ Star Erin Lichy Is Preparing for Trump’s Tariffs

The serial entrepreneur talks the growth of her mezcal brand Mezcalum and why she’s never bootstrapping a business again.

Inc. - Feb. 21

Trump Says He Will Posthumously Pardon the Baseball Star Pete Rose

President Trump also repeated his call for Rose, who was banned from the sport for gambling, to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.

The New York Times - 4h

‘Unqualified henchmen’: fears rise as Trump names far-right podcaster as FBI deputy director

Dan Bongino’s installation in high-ranking law enforcement role sparks concern in both Republicans and Democrats. Fears over the future direction of the FBI have intensified after Donald Trump ...

The Guardian - 5d

TikTok Taps Climeworks to Remove CO2 From the Atmosphere

The announcement comes as the Trump Administration has thrown emerging climate-related tech like direct air capture into flux.

Inc. - Feb. 19

Dan Bongino tapped for FBI deputy director

The selection places two staunch Trump allies atop the nation's premier federal law enforcement agency at a time when Democrats are concerned that the president could seek to target his adversaries

CBS News - 5d

McDavid delivers Canada 4 Nations title in OT

Connor McDavid scored at 8:18 of overtime in the 4 Nations Face-Off championship game to give Canada a 3-2 victory over the U.S. on Thursday night.

ESPN - Feb. 21

As Connor McDavid Delivered for Canada, the Symbolism was Unmistakable

The Canadian player’s winner on Thursday night appropriately evoked memories of Sidney Crosby’s Golden Goal, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

The New York Times - Feb. 21

Crockett delivers blunt message to Musk: 'F--- off'

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) delivered a short and blunt message to tech billionaire Elon Musk on Tuesday when approached by a reporter outside the Capitol. “If you could speak directly to Elon ...

The Hill - 3d

Progressives struggle to stem bleeding after brutal year

Progressives are struggling with recruitment, morale and fundraising as they seek a path forward heading into next year’s midterm elections. While some on the left, such as Justice Democrats, have ...

The Hill - Feb. 21

Rare Minerals Deal Between U.S., Ukraine Progressing

U.S. officials have pressured Ukraine to provide access to its rare earth minerals as a form of compensation for aid.

Inc. - 5d

The steady progress of Tommy Paul can't be ignored

After three ATP tour titles in 2024 and now in the top 10 for the first time in his career, American Tommy Paul knows he's capable of even more.

ESPN - 1d

Chiefs star gets in White House visit before the Eagles: President Trump meets with Harrison Butker

The Eagles haven't visited the White House yet, but one Chiefs player has

CBS Sports - 1d

Gracie Abrams, the year’s biggest pop star: ‘Trump has only been in office a month, and everybody is more at risk’

After dodging toxic fans, ‘nepo baby’ jibes and her own projectile vomit, the 25-year-old has just spent eight weeks at UK No 1. She explains why she’s now writing about our dark, uncertain future. ...

The Guardian - 1d

China taps tech talent to boost AI data centre boom

Beijing is pooling resources from the private and state sectors to accelerate adoption of the fast-developing technology

Financial Times - Feb. 22

Former ABC News executive Tom Cibrowski tapped as president of CBS News

Cibrowski will oversee newsgathering and programming at the home of "60 Minutes" and "CBS Evening News."

Los Angeles Times - 2d

OPM tells HR leaders that response to Musk is 'voluntary'

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) informed agency leaders that employee response to an email asking for a recap of what they accomplished last week is voluntary and that failure to do so ...

The Hill - 4d

A married couple was murdered in Pennsylvania. Are Zizians responsible?

A person of interest in the murder of Richard and Rita Zajko – their daughter, Michelle – is part of a cultlike group known as the Zizians.

NBC News - 16m

Mass federal layoffs deliver a gutting one-two punch to America's veterans

President Donald Trump’s sweeping efforts to purge the federal workforce have dealt a striking one-two punch to an already largely vulnerable population: America’s veterans.

NBC News - Feb. 21

West Ham’s Jarrod Bowen delivers major blow to Arsenal’s title hopes

So it turns out Arsenal should have signed a striker. Fourteen months after they last put a major dent in Arsenal’s title aspirations, Jarrod Bowen secured West Ham’s second successive Premier ...

The Guardian - Feb. 22

If You’re Using One of These 8 Ways to Deliver Feedback, Stop Now

Honest assessments of employee projects and overall performance are crucial. Our columnist describes common ways they can go wrong and offers suggestions for maximizing the effectiveness of clear ...

Inc. - 5d

‘Green roofs deliver for biodiversity’: how Basel put nature on top

For decades, the Swiss city has been transforming its skyline, and now boasts some of the greenest rooftops in Europe. Susanne Hablützel breaks up her work day by staring out the window at a ...

The Guardian - 1d