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Bernie Sanders to Back Progressive Slate in New York House Primaries
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Bernie Sanders to Back Progressive Slate in New York House Primaries

Senator Bernie Sanders is set to headline a rally alongside New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, throwing his support behind a trio of progressive candidates aiming to unseat establishment Democrats in upcoming congressional primaries. The Brooklyn-born senator intends to bolster a movement Mamdani describes as centered on ideas rather than capital.

WildWeb24·Jun 13
Federal Court Halts Trump Administration's Healthcare Coverage Rule
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Federal Court Halts Trump Administration's Healthcare Coverage Rule

A federal judge in Maryland has blocked a Trump administration rule that critics argued would have effectively stripped millions of Americans of affordable health insurance. The ruling halts several restrictive provisions, including new eligibility requirements and premium penalties, that plaintiffs claimed were designed to systematically undermine the Affordable Care Act.

US Food Insecurity Hits Pandemic-Era Highs as Inflation Bites
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US Food Insecurity Hits Pandemic-Era Highs as Inflation Bites

Food insecurity across the United States has surged to levels unseen since the height of the coronavirus pandemic, according to new data from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The findings highlight a growing divide between topline economic indicators and the daily struggle of lower-income families to afford basic necessities.

Trump Super PAC Plans $1 Million-Per-Plate Fundraiser
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Trump Super PAC Plans $1 Million-Per-Plate Fundraiser

As food insecurity in the United States climbs to its highest levels since the pandemic, a super PAC supporting Donald Trump is preparing a high-stakes fundraiser at the Trump National Golf Club in Virginia, where attendees will be charged $1 million per seat to dine with the former president.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
House Passes Resolution to End Trump’s Military Campaign Against Iran
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House Passes Resolution to End Trump’s Military Campaign Against Iran

Raucous applause filled the House chamber Wednesday as lawmakers narrowly approved a war powers resolution demanding an end to the ongoing conflict with Iran. The 215-208 vote marks a direct challenge to the White House, though skeptics warn the measure may struggle to overcome the president’s history of executive overreach.

House Republicans Pass Historic Cuts to Medicaid and Food Aid
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House Republicans Pass Historic Cuts to Medicaid and Food Aid

House Republicans narrowly approved a sprawling budget package early Thursday, pushing through a 215-214 vote to slash roughly $1 trillion from Medicaid and SNAP. The legislation, which mandates stricter work requirements for low-income families, faces a difficult path forward as it heads to the Senate for further deliberation.

Trump Budget Seeks Record Military Hike Amid Sweeping Domestic Cuts
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Trump Budget Seeks Record Military Hike Amid Sweeping Domestic Cuts

President Donald Trump’s fiscal year 2027 budget request pits a historic $1.5 trillion military expansion against tens of billions in domestic spending cuts. The proposal, which slashes funding for healthcare, education, and climate initiatives, frames the massive defense surge as a necessity while labeling social programs as dispensable.

GOP Advances Record Military Budget Amid Deep Domestic Cuts
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GOP Advances Record Military Budget Amid Deep Domestic Cuts

Congressional Republicans moved Thursday to greenlight a record-breaking $1.072 trillion defense budget for 2027, triggering sharp rebukes from Democrats who contend the massive military expansion is being financed by gutting essential social programs and domestic services for working families already strained by persistent inflation.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
Trump Budget Proposal Seeks $1.5 Trillion for Military Spending
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Trump Budget Proposal Seeks $1.5 Trillion for Military Spending

President Donald Trump’s upcoming fiscal year 2027 budget proposal seeks an unprecedented $1.5 trillion in military spending, a move estimated to add nearly $7 trillion to the national debt over the next decade. The request represents a 40% increase over current levels, sparking immediate backlash from advocacy groups and policy analysts.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
Judge Halts Trump Administration’s $1.8 Billion ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund
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Judge Halts Trump Administration’s $1.8 Billion ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund

A federal judge in Virginia has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from launching a $1.8 billion government-funded program intended to compensate individuals claiming they were targeted by federal agencies. The court order freezes all financial transfers and claim processing, citing concerns over the program's legality and lack of congressional oversight.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
Judge Demands Sworn Oath to Kill Trump's $1.8 Billion Slush Fund
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Judge Demands Sworn Oath to Kill Trump's $1.8 Billion Slush Fund

U.S. District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema has indefinitely blocked a proposed $1.8 billion fund intended for Trump administration allies, ordering top officials to submit a sworn declaration under penalty of perjury that the controversial payout scheme is permanently dead and will not be resurrected under any name.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
Trump Negotiates $1.7 Billion Settlement to End IRS Lawsuit
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Trump Negotiates $1.7 Billion Settlement to End IRS Lawsuit

Donald Trump is reportedly preparing to drop his $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service in exchange for a $1.7 billion taxpayer-funded compensation pool. The proposed deal, which would tap the Treasury’s Judgment Fund, seeks to pay allies who claim they were targeted by the previous administration.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
Capitol Police Officers Challenge Trump’s $1.77 Billion Settlement Fund
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Capitol Police Officers Challenge Trump’s $1.77 Billion Settlement Fund

Two officers who defended the US Capitol during the January 6, 2021 insurrection are suing to dissolve a $1.776 billion taxpayer-funded account. The fund, which critics label a slush fund for rioters and paramilitaries, was established this week to settle a lawsuit brought by Donald Trump against the Internal Revenue Service.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
Maine Oyster Farmer Challenges Susan Collins With Anti-Oligarchy Bid
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Maine Oyster Farmer Challenges Susan Collins With Anti-Oligarchy Bid

Declaring that the true enemy of the American worker is the billionaire class, Graham Platner launched his U.S. Senate campaign on Tuesday. The veteran and oyster farmer aims to unseat five-term Republican Susan Collins by rejecting the establishment playbook, framing his candidacy as a direct strike against political corruption.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
Janet Mills Abandons Senate Bid as Progressive Challenger Gains Momentum
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Janet Mills Abandons Senate Bid as Progressive Challenger Gains Momentum

Maine Governor Janet Mills suspended her U.S. Senate campaign on Thursday, effectively handing the Democratic nomination to progressive outsider Graham Platner. The two-term governor’s exit follows a string of poor polling numbers and intense backlash over her recent veto of a statewide moratorium on artificial intelligence data centers.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
Mainers Rally Behind Graham Platner Despite New Allegations
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Mainers Rally Behind Graham Platner Despite New Allegations

Following a New York Times report detailing allegations of past volatile behavior and physical aggression against US Senate candidate Graham Platner, the political newcomer has seen a surge in financial support, collecting over $200,000 from 5,000 donors in the 24 hours following the publication.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
Graham Platner Wears Trump’s Insults as a Badge of Honor
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Graham Platner Wears Trump’s Insults as a Badge of Honor

Days after securing a landslide victory in Maine’s Democratic Senate primary, Graham Platner responded to Donald Trump’s branding of him as a "thug" and the "worst person to ever run for office" by claiming the president’s hostility confirms his campaign is effectively threatening the political status quo.

Donald Trump Convicted on 34 Felony Counts in New York Hush Money Trial
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Donald Trump Convicted on 34 Felony Counts in New York Hush Money Trial

A New York jury delivered an unprecedented verdict on Thursday, finding former President Donald Trump guilty of 34 felony counts related to the falsification of business records. The decision marks the first time in American history that a former commander-in-chief has been convicted of criminal charges by a jury of peers.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
Trump Administration Proposes Health Insurers Become Medical Lenders
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Trump Administration Proposes Health Insurers Become Medical Lenders

The White House is moving to allow health insurance companies to offer loans to patients struggling with high-deductible medical costs, a policy shift that critics say would transform insurers into predatory lenders for individuals already overwhelmed by the loss of Affordable Care Act subsidies for 22 million Americans.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
Proposed Healthcare Plans Could Impose $31,000 Family Deductibles
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Proposed Healthcare Plans Could Impose $31,000 Family Deductibles

The Trump administration is advancing new regulations for Affordable Care Act exchange plans that promise lower monthly premiums in exchange for staggering out-of-pocket costs. Under the proposal, individuals could face deductibles of $15,000, while families would be responsible for up to $31,000 before insurance coverage begins to take effect.

One-Third of Americans Sacrifice Essentials to Cover Medical Bills
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One-Third of Americans Sacrifice Essentials to Cover Medical Bills

While the federal government directs $1 billion daily toward military operations abroad, a new Gallup study reveals that 82 million Americans are cutting basic necessities—including food and utilities—to manage healthcare costs. The data highlights a pervasive crisis where even middle- and upper-income households face impossible financial compromises.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
US Deports Asylum Seekers to War-Torn Central African Republic
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US Deports Asylum Seekers to War-Torn Central African Republic

While the State Department warns American citizens to avoid the Central African Republic for any reason, the U.S. government has begun deporting refugees to the conflict-ridden nation. The move bypasses judicial protection orders by offloading migrants into "third countries" where they possess no legal ties or support networks.

FBI Raids Ohio Voting Rights Group Amid Allegations of Intimidation
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FBI Raids Ohio Voting Rights Group Amid Allegations of Intimidation

Federal agents descended on the Cleveland offices of the Ohio Organizing Collaborative Thursday, marking a sharp escalation in what local advocates describe as a state-wide intimidation campaign. The operation, which included home visits to staff, has drawn fierce condemnation from civil rights leaders and Democratic lawmakers alike.

Legal Challenges Mount Against Trump’s Mail-In Voting Restrictions
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Legal Challenges Mount Against Trump’s Mail-In Voting Restrictions

A March executive order directing the U.S. Postal Service to withhold ballot delivery from states that refuse to share voter lists faces mounting legal resistance. Officials and voting rights advocates warn the mandate could effectively dismantle mail-in voting access nationwide unless courts intervene to strike down the directive before the midterms.

WildWeb24·Jun 12
US Billionaire Wealth Hits $8.1 Trillion Amid Economic Strain
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US Billionaire Wealth Hits $8.1 Trillion Amid Economic Strain

As American families grapple with rising costs for housing and food, the collective net worth of US billionaires has climbed to $8.1 trillion. A new analysis suggests this accumulation is occurring alongside aggressive federal policy shifts that prioritize tax cuts and military spending over the nation's social safety net.

Billionaire Funding Fuels Susan Collins' Reelection Bid
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Billionaire Funding Fuels Susan Collins' Reelection Bid

Nearly 100 billionaires and their spouses have poured roughly $9.8 million into Senator Susan Collins' reelection campaign, highlighting a deep divide in financial backing as the Republican incumbent prepares to face progressive challenger Graham Platner in a high-stakes Maine contest.