DNC Chair Defends California Redistricting, Blasts GOP
By Gary Grumbach and Megan Lebowitz Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin defended California’s redistricting efforts while criticizing Republicans’ own efforts as unconstitutional. “If they’re going to do this and continue doing this nonsense, which is unconstitutional and illegal, we’re going to be forced to do it ourselves in other states,” Martin said in an interview with NBC News, referencing GOP redistricting efforts. Asked whether two unconstitutional acts make a right, Martin said, “In this case, I would say yes.” His comments come as Californians will decide Tuesday whether to approve the state’s Prop 50 ballot measure, which would allow the state to
Federal Judge Signals Intent to Protect Food Aid for 42 Million Americans Amid Shutdown Crisis
Written by Lexx Thornton A federal judge indicated Thursday she is inclined to take steps to ensure that critical federal food assistance keeps flowing to the 42 million Americans who depend on it, pushing back forcefully against the Trump administration’s claim that it must halt the payments due to the government shutdown. Trump administration officials had warned that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, would be cut off on Saturday, stating on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) website that “The well has run dry.” The administration’s stance prompted Democratic governors and attorneys general from
LVNBA, Christian Bishop Sponsor Students for HBCU Classic
The Las Vegas Chapter of the National Bar Association (LVNBA) is proud to announce a meaningful partnership with Christian Bishop, community leader and candidate for Nevada Assembly District 29, to sponsor and send 20 students from the Black Student Union at Bob Miller Middle School in Henderson, Nevada to the HBCU Classic hosted at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday, October 25, 2025. This initiative is part of a shared commitment to expand educational horizons and promote college readiness among underrepresented youth in Southern Nevada. By attending the HBCU Classic, students will have the opportunity to experience the vibrant culture and academic excellence
Trump Urges End to Filibuster Amid Prolonged U.S. Shutdown
President Donald Trump is calling on the Senate to scrap the filibuster, so that the Republican majority can bypass Democrats and reopen the federal government. “THE CHOICE IS CLEAR — INITIATE THE ‘NUCLEAR OPTION,’ GET RID OF THE FILIBUSTER,” Trump posted Thursday night on his social media site, Truth Social. The filibuster is a long-standing tactic in the Senate to delay or block votes on legislation by keeping the debate running. It requires 60 votes in a full Senate to overcome a filibuster, giving Democrats a check on the 53-seat Republican majority that led to the start of the Oct.
Senate Votes to Overturn Trump’s Global Tariff Policies
The US Senate took a stand against Donald Trump’s global tariffs affecting more than 100 countries on Thursday, voting to nullify the so-called “reciprocal” tariffs. Four Republicans joined with all Democrats to vote 51-47 on a resolution to end the base-level tariffs that the president put into place via executive order. It was the third time the Republicans have voted alongside Democrats on a tariff resolution this week, previously rallying to end tariffs targeting Brazil and Canada. Going against Trump is rare for Republicans in his second term. But Republican senators Susan Collins of Maine, Mitch McConnell and Rand Paul of
Illinois Candidate Kat Abughazaleh Indicted in Protest Case
By Ryan J. Reilly and Natasha Korecki A special federal grand jury has indicted Democratic congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh alongside other protesters who allegedly blocked vehicles outside of a federal immigration facility in Broadview, Illinois. The indictment, which was filed Oct. 23, alleges that Abughazaleh “physically hindered and impeded” an agent who was “forced to drive at an extremely slow rate of speed to avoid injuring any of the conspirators.” Abughazaleh was charged alongside five other people, including two other political candidates. She faces one count of conspiracy along with one charge alleging that she “forcibly impeded, intimidated, and interfered” with an officer. The indictment alleges that the
Senate Blocks Trump’s 50% Tariffs on Brazil Imports
By Brennan Leach and Raquel Coronell Uribe Five Senate Republicans joined Democrats on Tuesday night in passing a resolution that would block President Donald Trump’s tariffs on billions of dollars of goods from Brazil. The legislative language blocks Trump’s emergency declaration that imposed tariffs on most Brazilian imports at 50%. The measure passed in a 52-48 vote. Republican Sens. Thom Tillis of North Carolina, Rand Paul of Kentucky, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, Susan Collins of Maine and Mitch McConnell of Kentucky joined 47 Democrats in supporting it. Despite the bipartisan support, the Senate rebuke of Trump is largely symbolic since the House is unlikely to take
Democrats Reject Union Call to End Ongoing Government Shutdown
By Andrew Solender A call from the largest federal workers union in the country for Democrats to pass a GOP bill reopening the government on Monday was met with uncharacteristic yawns from Washington, D.C.-area Democrats. Why it matters: Such a statement from a powerful union would, in normal times, have a profound impact on Democrats. These are not normal times. Democrats are dug in, emboldened by rebounding support from their voters and determined to walk away from the shutdown with something to show for their intransigence. Democratic lawmakers tell Axios they feel they have the upper hand and that Republicans are poised to come to
Bernie Sanders, AOC Rally for Zohran Mamdani in NYC Race
By Allan Smith New York mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani and two of his most prominent backers, Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, framed his election as a one-on-one battle versus President Donald Trump and his administration at a raucous rally in Queens on Sunday, Speaker after speaker at Sunday’s rally, which drew thousands to a tennis stadium, said electing Mamdani would essentially serve as an opening salvo in a fight to take back the country from Trump and his allies. “We gather here today at both a perilous moment for our country,” said Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y. “And on the precipice of
White House East Wing Demolished for New Ballroom Project
Written by Lexx Thornton What was once the East Wing of the White House is now a pile of rubble. The demolition marks the first phase of President Trump’s controversial plan to build a 90,000-square-foot ballroom — a $300 million project that the administration says is ahead of schedule and entirely funded by private donors. Few Americans knew the demolition was even underway. The White House provided no public notice before excavators began tearing into the East Wing, which housed the East Garden Room, Family Theater, East Colonnade, and office suites. A White House official confirmed to NPR that plans
