Speaker Mike Johnson's position is facing increasing scrutiny after a controversial handling of the government funding bill last week, which has left his future as Speaker uncertain. Several House Republicans, speaking anonymously, expressed frustration with Johnson’s leadership, saying his mishandling of the continuing resolution (CR) has severely shaken the confidence of his colleagues.
Chicago taxpayers could be facing significant costs due to the school board's recent decision to fire Chicago Public Schools (CPS) CEO Pedro Martinez, despite his contract extending through June 2026. Mayor Brandon Johnson’s newly appointed school board voted 6-0 to end Martinez’s tenure, a move that has sparked widespread controversy.
A Guatemalan migrant suspected of lighting a sleeping woman on fire aboard a New York City subway train has been arrested, according to the New York Post.
A violent encounter on Chicago’s West Side early Saturday morning left one person critically injured and involved a shootout between police and a gunman.
Ana Kasparian, co-host of The Young Turks, strongly objected to a suggestion by her colleague Cenk Uygur that Vice President Kamala Harris could easily become the next governor of California.
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is facing mounting pressure within his own party as he struggles to navigate a looming government shutdown. His recent attempt to push through a deal with Democrats failed to garner enough support, leaving many Republicans frustrated with his leadership.
