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U.S. Men Beginning To Look Like the Team We Were Promised

For years, American soccer has waited for this group to arrive. A convincing 2-0 win over Australia offered another sign that it finally might be happening.

Obama Center visitors say project symbolic of 'Black excellence,' claim scandal-free legacy while Trump ripped

Visitors at the Barack Obama Presidential Center opening praised his legacy as "Black excellence" while lamenting divisions under President Trump.

A New Air Force One, via Qatar, Nears Its First Presidential Flight

President Trump showed off the new red, white and blue Boeing 747, a gift from Qatar that prompted a storm of criticism from lawmakers, before a flyover on July 4.

Claire's Weekly Letter: Perceptions of Weakness

How Trump’s Fragile Agreement With Iran Is Shaping the Midterms

Democrats say the president started an economically painful war that resulted in nothing positive. Republicans are more divided, even as they show some signs of relief at falling gas prices.

Happy Juneteenth!

Rather than decrying the deplorable circumstances of Juneteenth’s birth as a national holiday, let’s embrace it and ‘patriotize’ it.

Iran Announces Closure of Strait of Hormuz Again

The Last Canadian Politician I’d Trust to Police the Internet

Marc Miller spread misinformation about unmarked graves and supports the criminal prosecution of residential-school ‘denialists.’ Why would Mark Carney use him to front his new plan for regulating online content?

Obama’s Irrelevance

‘He has taken a complete back seat in an era that his own co-partisans define as a hinge point on the future of the American experiment.’

Trump Administration Shuttered a Criminal Probe Into Fraudster’s Clemency

Federal prosecutors had been examining the circumstances behind the commutation of David Gentile’s sentence. He was aided by a Catholic priest friendly with the president.

Obama's Museum: An Ivory Tower Made of Granite

Why do the Democrats think their perpetual sneer is the best play to unite this country? Because that is not their goal.

Obama Center embeds 'Indigenous' land message on controversial site

The Obama Presidential Center features a permanent land acknowledgment display near the museum tower, sparking debate given the site's history.

Magic Medicine?

The Party of the Worker Is Now the Party of the Bureaucrat

The old fight was labour versus capital. The real fight now is between those who create value and those who administer it, and Australia's new budget has picked the wrong side.

Trump’s Iran MOU Piles the Illegal atop the Unconstitutional

The INARA statute that presidents use to flout the Constitution’s treaty clause prohibits the Iran sanctions waivers called for by Trump’s MOU.

Have We Learned Anything from the Tuskegee Experiment?

Leftist busybodies will trample all over the rights of individuals in order to achieve their utopian vision.

‘A Literal Coverup’: What Is the Kennedy Center Hiding Behind Those Tarps?

The arts center says it pulled President Trump’s name from the building front. But the result remains hidden by tarps, prompting questions and speculation.

No End in Sight for U.S. Military Mission Along Border With Mexico

The patrols have helped push cartels and smugglers into more remote areas. But analysts have voiced concerns that the border missions will distract from training, drain resources and undermine readiness.

Despite Objections, Pulte Slated to Become Acting DNI Today

Pulte’s appointment may be statutorily infirm, but Congress isn’t likely to take the kind of drastic remedial measures that might induce Trump to back down.

Anthony Fauci Lied About Funding Gain-of-Function Research

Today, on my final day as Director of National Intelligence, I'm releasing never-before-seen communications and documents exposing how Dr. Fauci provided millions in US taxpayer dollars to fund dangerous gain-of-function research at the Wuhan lab,…

Chinese AI models raise ‘sleeper agent’ fears after report finds more vulnerable code for US users

Booz Allen report warns Chinese AI models like DeepSeek and Qwen may produce more vulnerable code for U.S. government users, raising concerns.

The Enemy Within

Iran is not Saudi Arabia’s biggest problem.

Everything you need to know about Biden's student loan forgiveness program

President Joe Biden's federal student loan forgiveness program, which promises to deliver up to $20,000 of debt relief for millions of borrowers, is on hold indefinitely as legal challenges work their way through the courts.

Did Vandals Target the Reflecting Pool?

The Newsroom in D.C. Tries to Keep the Newsstand as a Shopping Destination

The Newsroom, overflowing with magazines and newspapers on mismatched shelves, has endured as a symbol of a different Washington.

Angel Dads face another Father's Day without children killed by illegal immigrants: 'She should be graduating'

DHS honors Angel Dads on Father's Day, sharing stories of fathers whose children were killed in crimes committed by illegal aliens and cartel members.

How Iran War United, Then Divided Trump and Netanyahu

Trump has appeared during the Iran war to lose patience with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who may now find himself "stuck."

A Tale of Two Settlements

In the 29th instalment of ‘Nations of Canada,’ Greg Koabel describes the birth of Montreal in 1642; and the Indigenous town of Sillery, where a new kind of native-born Christianity took root.

BREAKING: Keir Starmer Reported to Have Resigned - Announcement on Monday MORE

5 Big Lessons From My Father for Every Proud Girl Dad

Dana Perino shares five lessons from her late father Leo E. Perino that shaped her success, offering heartfelt advice for girl dads on Father's Day.

Margins of Error

Look closely at almost anything and you'll find data—lots of it. But what are those numbers really saying about who we are and what we believe? Harry Enten is on a mission to find out.

Former Olympian among those charged with vandalizing Reflecting Pool; Trump says basin must be drained: report

Multiple people were reportedly arrested for allegedly vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, prompting President Donald Trump to warn of serious jail time.

Time for Merit Immigration: Keep Out the Losers, Let in the Winners

The Axe Files with David Axelrod

Go beyond the soundbites and get to know some of the most interesting players in politics.

Growing Up, Social Media Saved Me. Don't Ban It

I was the kind of teenager for whom social media was a portal to the world that I would never have gotten growing up in rural North Carolina.

JD Vance arrives in Switzerland to join Kushner and Witkoff for new round of Iran negotiations

Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland on Sunday to join envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner for a critical new round of U.S.-Iran negotiations.

Fathers Have a Job To Do

A mother makes a house a home with warmth and emotional support. But a father ensures that the house and the children in it are strong enough to face the world and its cruelties.

Protect Every Animal From Cruelty? Not in 2026, Oregon Democrats Say

A possible referendum in Oregon on animal rights would end fishing, hunting, even pest control, just when Democrats are trying really hard not to be seen as “weirdos again.”

Obama Presidential Center follows widely mocked 'stolen land' acknowledgment with Native American dance show

Critics mocked the Obama Presidential Center's "land acknowledgement" as performative, while the center hosted Native American dance performances Saturday.

Claire's Weekly Letter: Spirals of Silence

Trump's Iran gamble divides GOP hawks and 'America First' conservatives over what victory looks like

Trump's Iran memorandum of understanding divides GOP as hawks like Cassidy and Cruz clash with allies over whether the deal surrenders leverage.

CNN Political Briefing

The political news you need to know, in 10 minutes or less. Hosted by David Chalian.

Saturday's Final Word

How Kyrsten Sinema's decision makes Democrats' 2024 Senate map tighter

Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema decided to shake up the political world on Friday by becoming an independent. The former Democrat is still caucusing with the party in the Senate, so the Democratic caucus still has 51 members. Now, instead of 49 Democr…

How About We Just Play Baseball?

Athletes have every right to reject Pride symbols that—as activists themselves loudly insist—signify an increasingly radicalised set of ‘queer’ political demands.

Can US Engagement Rescue the United Nations From Irrelevance?

The next UN leader will take office at a time when the international body is experiencing an unprecedented crisis of purpose.

Oregone Too Soon

Through its many seductions, the Columbia River carries you away.

Disability Groups Fear RFK Jr.’s New Special Education Role

Alienated by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claims about autism, advocates for disabled students are sounding the alarm about the Trump administration's shifting special education programs to his department.

A COVID Autopsy, Part 6: 'What Has Lockdown Done to Us?'

We're only scratching the surface on the damage done by efforts to mitigate COVID, but what we do know is tragic.

The Fantastical Abstract World of the Democratic Socialists

When you ask Darializa Avila Chevalier to make concrete sense of her worldview for anyone who doesn’t subscribe to her outlook, she can’t do it.

The fine print of the Respect for Marriage Act

Let's start with the positive: Republicans and Democrats are coming together to protect same-sex marriage from the Supreme Court.

The Miseducation of American Journalists

Understanding what has gone wrong with journalism in the US requires an understanding of what has gone wrong with the country’s journalism schools.

Perceptions of Weakness

In his panic-stricken effort to disentangle America from the Middle Eastern mess, Trump now appears to be falling into line with Tehran’s wishes.

Pope Leo sends unmistakable message on immigrants during visit honoring America's first saint

Pope Leo XIV honored St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, patron saint of immigrants, delivering his latest appeal on behalf of migrants amid friction with President Donald Trump.

A Glamorous Swiss Resort Hosts Officials for U.S.-Iran Talks

The Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne has hosted some of the world’s wealthiest and most powerful people for more than 100 years.

For cash-strapped farmers, deal to end Iran fighting comes too late

Some of the president’s strongest supporters are hurting as midterm elections approach.

Dem who sued to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center now says venue becoming 'lifeless husk' in fresh fight

The plaintiff in the case, Democratic Rep. Joyce Beatty, said by refusing to take steps to resume shows, the Kennedy Center is in violation of a previous court order.

Four Inconvenient Truths About the Conflict in Lebanon

Western political will and good intentions are no match for a complex reality rife with conflicting interests and ideologies.

College sports sees pivotal moment as Senate looks to move legislation on NIL, transfers across goal line

Senate Commerce Committee advances bipartisan bill to overhaul college sports, addressing NIL payments, athlete transfers, and roster chaos in July.

Arizona Democrat’s Tough Past Fuels Pitch for a Key House Seat

JoAnna Mendoza, a Democrat challenging Representative Juan Ciscomani in a tossup district, is leaning into her painful and unique life story to appeal to voters.

Medical Journal Supports Unlimited Migration

Reducing illegal immigration and deporting people who are here without permission are legitimate policies that benefit healthcare systems, among other salutary consequences.

A Diocese Tries to Protect Its 29-Foot Jesus From Trump’s Border Wall

In a battle of symbols, the Catholics of Las Cruces, N.M., argue that religious freedom should stop the wall from scarring a mountain that has attracted pilgrims for nearly a century.

How AI Can Help Win Wars

Ahead of NASCAR’s Anduril 250 at Naval Air Station North Island, I sat down with Defense Unicorns’ Rob Slaughter to discuss AI, software, and the future of warfare.

The American Bar Association Drops Its Diversity Decree

The ABA is retreating from its diversity standards in law school accreditation.

Will Faltering Blue States Get the Memo?

There is a reason more and more families and Fortune 500 companies are leaving blue states for red ones: Democrats can't govern.

Trump Says Reflecting Pool Will Likely Need to Be Drained

The pool has taken on clouds of algae after a hasty renovation. A three-time Olympian was charged with destroying government property after he says he touched one of the strands of blue paint peeling off the pool’s bottom.

Giorgia Meloni Unleashes Epic Fury on Trump’s G-7 Antics

The Italian prime minister will not be openly disrespected by the president of the United States.

The notable legal clouds that continue to hang over Donald Trump

All eyes are on former President Donald Trump, who has launched another White House bid.

Donald Trump Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop Catfighting with Our Allies

Trump is in deep denial about how unpopular he is with world leaders right now.

Trump administration probe could upend widely used transgender youth treatment guidelines

The FTC alleges WPATH built transgender treatment guidelines for minors on evidence its own leaders privately acknowledged was limited and uncertain.

The Great Escape: Let Young Workers Out of Social Security

Meet the woman steering Biden's bipartisan winning streak on Capitol Hill

The Biden administration managed to rack up a long list of major legislative wins in its first two years despite facing one of the most closely-divided Congresses in history. From bipartisan action on infrastructure, gun safety and same-sex marria…

UK Court: No Trans Women in Female Prisons

America's Posterity Problem

The decline in national pride and patriotism among Gen Z is a warning.

Friday's Final Word

'It's Only a Matter of National Security': Workforce Academy's Mission to Fill the Workforce Gap

Oh, Yay - Looks Like We're Going to Get Treated to POTATUS on Tape

'Go At It Boldly': Sunday Reflection

Benedict Beckeld on Oikophobia, Islam, and the Crisis of Western Identity | Quillette Cetera Episode 66

Philosopher Benedict Beckeld speaks with Zoe Sankey about oikophobia, the decline of the West, Islam's incompatibility with Western values, and why civilisations at the height of their power sow the seeds of their own undoing.

Trump visits new Air Force One, a luxury gift from Qatar that will soon fly him

The 747 jumbo jet has a new blue, red and gold paint scheme preferred by the president.