Trump-Backed Ken Paxton Defeats John Cornyn in Texas Senate Runoff
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated longtime U.S. Senator John Cornyn in the Republican Senate runoff, delivering a major victory for President Donald Trump and a painful defeat for the GOP establishment. Paxton’s win comes after a bitter and expensive race that tested Trump’s influence over the Republican Party in one of the nation’s most […]
Food Insecurity Surges as Lower-Income Americans Struggle With High Living Costs
Food insecurity is rising sharply among many Americans, especially lower-income households, families with young children, and people with less education, according to new research from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Fed economists described the increase as “remarkable,” warning that food-related hardship may help explain why consumer sentiment remains weak even though broader economic […]
Texas Barbecue Icons Fight to Survive as Beef Prices Turn Brisket Into a Luxury
Texas barbecue, one of the state’s most famous culinary traditions, is facing a serious economic crisis as meat prices surge and restaurant owners struggle to keep their doors open. Rising beef costs, especially for brisket, have forced some beloved barbecue spots to close and left even highly rated restaurants operating in “survival mode.” Brisket, long […]
Trump Administration Targets Raúl Castro in Miami Case Tied to Deaths of Four Americans
The United States has indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro over the 1996 downing of two civilian planes operated by the exile group Brothers to the Rescue, a dramatic legal move that sharply escalates Washington’s pressure campaign against Cuba’s government. The Guardian reported that charges were filed in federal court in Miami against the 94-year-old […]
Young Workers Push Back as AI Anxiety Grows Over Jobs, Creativity and the Future of Work
The artificial intelligence revolution is no longer being greeted only with excitement. Among many young people entering the workforce, it is increasingly being met with fear, frustration and open resistance. Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt was booed during a commencement speech at the University of Arizona after telling graduates that AI’s impact would be “larger, […]
Onshore Wind Developers Blame Pentagon Review Freeze for Blocking Clean Power Across 30 States
More than 250 onshore wind energy projects across the United States are stalled because the Pentagon has not completed required national security reviews, according to the American Clean Power Association. The delays affect projects in more than 30 states and represent at least 30 gigawatts of potential electricity capacity, enough to power millions of homes. […]
AI Boom Faces Reality Check as Massive Spending Meets Uncertain Returns
The artificial intelligence boom that has driven markets, corporate strategy, and investor enthusiasm over the past few years is beginning to face a critical reality check. While AI remains one of the most transformative technologies of the modern era, analysts and investors are increasingly questioning whether the enormous financial commitments pouring into the sector will […]
First Refunds From Trump Tariffs Expected in May as Importers Wait for Billions in Repayments
The U.S. government says the first refunds tied to President Donald Trump’s overturned tariffs are expected to begin going out around May 11, marking the next major step in unwinding one of the most disruptive trade policies of his administration. The update came from U.S. Customs and Border Protection, which is overseeing the process of […]
High Court Strikes Down Louisiana’s Black-Majority District, Opening Door to Wider GOP Redistricting Gains
The U.S. Supreme Court has delivered a major blow to the Voting Rights Act by striking down Louisiana’s second majority-Black congressional district, a ruling that could reshape redistricting battles across the country and strengthen Republican efforts to hold or expand control of the House. In a 6-3 decision, the court’s conservative majority said the Louisiana […]
Crude Climbs Past $111 With Iran Peace Talks Frozen and Hormuz Risks Unresolved
Oil prices moved back above $111 a barrel as hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough between the United States and Iran continued to fade, keeping traders focused on the risk of a prolonged supply shock. Peace talks had stalled with no clear path to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important routes […]
