A coding error made major sections of the U.S. Constitution vanish from the Library of Congress website for days. The missing content, including the Habeas Corpus clause, was restored after outcry and political scrutiny. The issue arose as website administrators included new Supreme Court analyses.
Stephen Miller, known for his extreme immigration views under Trump, has stirred controversy by suggesting that habeas corpus could be suspended during an 'invasion.' His push, backed by lawsuits from America First Legal, targets judicial authority and reflects a wider effort to consolidate executive power and restrict immigration.
David Muir cut into ABC’s regular news to cover Trump’s response to a DOJ review of Epstein-related files, as Pam Bondi briefed the president and he demanded transparency. The same night, Texas faced deadly flooding and severe weather. Republicans pushed back on DOJ’s communication, while Emmy nominations and a shark attack story also hit headlines.
Elon Musk has launched the America Party, promising to disrupt the U.S. political status quo by focusing on responsible spending and targeting swing seats in Congress. His move has created tension among conservatives and received no response from the White House, reigniting debate about third-party viability in American politics.
Senator Joni Ernst’s blunt response at a heated Iowa town hall unleashed fierce debate over proposed Medicaid and SNAP cuts under a Republican spending package. As Ernst defended the legislation, audience members pushed back, raising alarm over potential losses in health coverage for millions.
Congress is pressuring FEMA on hurricane preparedness after an $8 billion budget deficit forces cuts, halting key BRIC grants that fund local resilience efforts. With a leadership vacuum and growing climate threats, states worry about disaster response as hurricane season approaches.
John Ullyot stepped down as the Pentagon's top spokesperson amid controversy over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's handling of diversity initiatives and a probe into internal leaks. His exit, framed as voluntary by Ullyot but disputed by officials, exposes growing tension within the Defense Department regarding DEI strategy and leadership practices.
Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett faces backlash for calling Gov. Greg Abbott 'Governor Hot Wheels,' primarily targeting his migrant transportation policies. Abbott, who uses a wheelchair, responded to the controversy, which has escalated partisan tensions. The exchange has highlighted Crockett's rising prominence as a forceful Democratic voice.
Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, oppose the House GOP spending bill, criticizing the lack of Democratic input in its drafting. With a government shutdown looming, Schumer calls for bipartisan cooperation to pass a short-term funding extension, as Republicans lack the necessary votes in the Senate to push the bill through against united Democratic opposition.
President Trump's firing of Gen. CQ Brown as Joint Chiefs chairman sent shockwaves through military circles, linking the move to his campaign against diversity initiatives. The dismissal of two senior leaders, including Adm. Lisa Franchetti, drew bipartisan criticism about political interference in military appointments, amid concerns over the principles of civilian-military relations.