Map Shows Forests in Potential Danger As Trump Admin Scraps Roadless Rule
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins proposed to rescind the rule that applies to more than 44 million acres of National Forest.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.08.2026
Map Shows Seats Democrats Have Flipped in Trump’s Second Term
Democrats flipped at least 12 state seats in their favor since Trump’s return to the White House, and they’re hoping for more.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.08.2026
5 takeaways from Florida Senate primary: GOP Sen Ashley Moody will face DSA's Nixon
Angie Nixon's stunning upset over Alexander Vindman in Florida's Senate primary sparked a Trump celebration and exposed Democrats' fundraising crisis.
Politics
foxnews.com
19.08.2026
Moderna Cancer Trial Success Is a Shot in the Arm for Trump
An mRNA success is something of a vindication for Trump (and the Biden years), but an embarrassment for RFK Jr.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.08.2026
Natalie Harp and Donald Trump: A Timeline of Their Relationship
From a 2019 appearance alongside Trump to becoming one of the president's closest aides, here's how Natalie Harp's role evolved.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.08.2026
Trump is trying to wage an ambitious trade war with a shrinking army
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative has hit a staffing low point even as its workload expands exponentially. Former officials say it is taking a toll.
Politics
politico.com
19.08.2026
UK ‘open to discussing’ digital services tax with Trump administration
Jamieson Greer said Donald Trump's threat to slap 100% tariffs on European countries with digital services taxes is “not a bluff.”
Politics
politico.eu
19.08.2026
South Korea admits Trump blindsided Seoul by cutting military drills
The alliance has staged joint exercises for more than 70 years — but the U.S. president highlighted his "very good relationship" with North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un in scaling them back.
Politics
politico.eu
19.08.2026
Inside the tension that drove Trump’s South Korea alliance from ‘historic new era’ to military pullback
Trump scales back Ulchi Freedom Shield drills to pressure Seoul on investment delays while dangling an incentive for Kim Jong Un to reopen diplomacy.
Politics
foxnews.com
19.08.2026
Trump's Approval Rating Is Bad for Republicans. Democrats May Still Lose
Republicans face tough polls, but redistricting, a Supreme Court ruling and a friendly Senate map could protect their majorities.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.08.2026
Mary Peltola's Chances of Beating Dan Sullivan to Flip Alaska Senate Seat
Democrats believe Peltola can flip Alaska, which backed Trump by double digits in 2024, in the November midterms.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.08.2026
America’s reddest state crowns GOP governor nominee
Wyoming Republicans chose their governor nominee from a four-way primary featuring Trump-endorsed Megan Degenfelder and three other candidates.
Politics
foxnews.com
19.08.2026
Trump hits pause on new Canada tariffs
The president announced late Tuesday night that the two governments had reached an initial agreement to avert the 50 percent duty.
Politics
politico.com
19.08.2026
Pentagon Scales Back Major Training Exercises With South Korea
The move to end the military training a week earlier than scheduled comes after President Trump ordered the Defense Department to reduce joint military exercises with the key U.S. ally.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
Trump to Nominate Heidi Overton, a Top Domestic Policy Aide, for F.D.A. Commissioner
Dr. Overton is a fierce opponent of abortion rights and a supporter of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again agenda.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
Eric Barlow Wins Wyoming’s Republican Governor Primary Over Trump-Backed Candidate
Eric Barlow’s defeat of Megan Degenfelder, the state superintendent of education, again showed the limits of the president’s favor.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
Harriet Hageman, Backed by Trump, Wins Wyoming’s Republican Senate Primary
Ms. Hageman, who unseated Representative Liz Cheney in 2022, is a heavy favorite to replace Senator Cynthia Lummis in the deep-red state.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
Trump-Backed Catalina Lauf Loses Florida Primary Race
Trump formally backed Lauf in a post to Truth Social last week.
Politics
newsweek.com
19.08.2026
Your favorite cocktail could be an unexpected casualty of Trump's looming trade fight
President Donald Trump's 50% tariff threat on Canadian spirits could devastate U.S. bars and restaurants while pressuring Canada to restock bourbon.
Politics
foxnews.com
19.08.2026
Federal judge blocks Trump admin plan to move FBI headquarters to Reagan Building
The FBI blasted the court ruling blocking its Reagan Building headquarters move, calling it political interference against the Trump administration.
Politics
foxnews.com
19.08.2026