Understanding JD Vance’s meteoric rise, from ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ to the White House
The Atlantic writer George Packer calls JD Vance the most interesting figure in the Trump administration: “He’s capable of complex…
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Trump’s foreign policy: deals with allies over diplomacy with rivals
When President Trump talks about his foreign policy, he often frames it as a business deal. He says much less…
Judge rules suit challenging DOGE and Elon Musk’s power over government can continue
A judge has denied a request to dismiss a lawsuit alleging Elon Musk and DOGE are wielding unconstitutional power within…
Trump is pardoning Todd and Julie Chrisley, the reality TV couple convicted of fraud
Todd and Julie Chrisley, who rose to fame in a reality show highlighting their lavish lifestyle, had been serving yearslong…
In a county that backed Trump, people depend on Medicaid and are conflicted about cuts
Medicaid plays a vital role in many rural communities that favored President Donald Trump in the 2024 election. But residents…