Category: Politics

Nick Adams, known for his crass humor and internet trolling, was previously nominated to be the ambassador to Malaysia. But his nomination was pulled earlier this year. Source: Original News

The local leaders of the union representing T.S.A. workers characterized the ICE officers in airports as unhelpful and a distraction. Source: Original News

The barrage continued as officials said the U.S. had sent Iran a 15-point plan to end the war. But Iranian officials have publicly denied that Washington and Tehran are talking directly. Source: Original News

The California governor suggested that he had meant to refer to Israel’s potential future direction, not its current policies. “I revere the state of Israel,” he said. Source: Original News

The bombing of the ship by Al Qaeda killed 17 U.S. sailors in 2000. President Trump has said Iran was “probably involved.” Source: Original News

While the president has promised rapid relief, Americans could feel the financial sting of the conflict for some time after it ends. Source: Original News

A day after President Trump said he did not want a compromise, Republicans were exploring breaking off ICE enforcement funding so the rest of the Department of Homeland Security could reopen. Source: Original News

Moscow may be challenging President Trump’s effort to choke Cuba’s economy. China also has suspected listening posts on the island. Source: Original News

Parties normally hold conventions every four years to nominate presidential candidates, but Republicans hope to hold one this year in the face of midterm headwinds. Source: Original News

The Republican congressman from Kentucky is a die-hard libertarian who has centered his campaign on his willingness to buck the president. It has bought him the most expensive primary in the country. Source: Original News