National Security
Kristi Noem pledges to end CISA anti-misinformation efforts, focus on security(The Center Square) – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security will crack down on domestic terrorism, the border, and cybersecurity attacks rather than waging war against election misinformation, secretary nominee… Read More
Congress
Hegseth grilled on sexual assault allegations, nonprofits at confirmation hearing(The Center Square) – For more than four hours Tuesday, Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth fielded questions regarding both his professional qualifications and personal character during a heated hearing before… Read More
2024 election
Trump won: Presidential election results certified(The Center Square) – Congress has officially certified the 2024 election results, confirming President-elect Donald Trump as the next Commander in Chief of the United States and Sen. J.D. Vance,… Read More
Congress
House Speaker Mike Johnson re-elected after initially being blocked(The Center Square) – Three Republican holdouts appeared to block the re-election U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., during the first round of voting, but two changed their minds in… Read More
Government
Homelessness spiked 18% in 2024; migrants caused record rise, says report(The Center Square) – The number of homeless people in the U.S. reached the highest level recorded in 2024, as more than 770,000 people lived without housing on a single… Read More