Sean Lorne

Missing GOP Vote Raises Fresh Questions

Speaker Mike Johnson says Rep. Thomas Kean Jr. is dealing with a personal health matter after missing more than 50 House votes. The absence comes as Republicans try to pass key bills with almost no room for error.

Trump’s Border Crackdown Changes Minds

A new Gallup survey says the United States is losing some of its pull as a destination for people who want to leave home. The biggest drops show up in Latin America, where the message from Washington seems to be landing, whether the media likes the tune or not.

Clinton Drops In, Jones Nearly Falls

Bill Clinton appeared at the Cowboys' draft press conference, and Jerry Jones nearly lost his balance while rushing to greet him. The room got a surprise cameo, and the internet got its daily snack.

Gates Foundation Trims Staff Amid Review

The Gates Foundation says it will cut up to 500 jobs by 2030 while also reviewing its ties to Jeffrey Epstein. The move comes as the group faces pressure, donor questions, and a fresh round of public scrutiny.

Omar Winery LLC Vanishes

Ilhan Omar’s amended disclosure and the sudden end of a California winery LLC have revived questions about the finances behind a business that briefly looked far more valuable on paper.

Washington’s Prayer Fight Is Back

Federal prayer is back in the spotlight, and the legal fight is older than the slogans. The Constitution bans an established church, but the history around government prayer is far messier than the usual activist talking points.

IDF Jails Soldiers Over Jesus Statue

Two IDF soldiers received 30-day military detention after video showed a Christian statue smashed in southern Lebanon. The army says it replaced the statue and is disciplining others who stood by.

Italy’s Playground Cat Story Turns Political

Reports from Italy say police detained a Nigerian man after a cat was killed and cooked near a playground in Sarzana. The case quickly reignited the fight over migration, assimilation, and how fast officials and media outlets rush to control the story.