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House Speaker Mike Johnson praised former President Trump for progress on tax relief, immigration enforcement, and other priorities during an interview before the upcoming State of the Union address.
Former Nebraska Gov. and U.S. Sen. Bob Kerrey resigned from Lincoln-based energy company Monolith's board after details emerged of his communications with Jeffrey Epstein, including emails from 2013 and 2014. Kerrey stated he met Epstein in 2013 at the request of a university associate and did not have a personal relationship with him, asserting that he would not have taken the meeting had he known the full extent of Epstein's crimes. He emphasized that he is willing to cooperate with the Department of Justice investigation and focused on addressing the victims of Epstein's offenses.
Former U.S. Senator Bob Kerrey resigned from the board of Nebraska-based clean-energy firm Monolith amid controversy over his meetings with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein in 2013. Kerrey acknowledged the meetings were for university support and stated he did not commit any criminal wrongdoing, though he recognized a lapse in moral judgment. The university and company confirmed Kerrey’s resignation, and the Nebraska Republican Party called for the return of his political donations.
MPs have approved the release of documents regarding Prince Andrew's appointment as a UK trade envoy, amid ongoing police investigations into misconduct allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The government committed to complying with the motion promptly, despite potential delays due to investigations and the age of the documents. The debate highlighted criticism of Andrew's conduct and reflects broader concerns about accountability in relation to the Epstein scandal.
Peter Mandelson, the former U.K. ambassador to the United States, was released on bail after being arrested in connection with a misconduct investigation related to his ties to Jeffrey Epstein. He is suspected of passing sensitive U.K. government information to Epstein around 2009, but does not face sexual misconduct allegations. The arrests, along with that of Prince Andrew, are part of broader investigations into Epstein’s connections and the release of related documents.
The fallout from Jeffrey Epstein's scandal and related documents has begun to tarnish the reputations of former US President Bill Clinton and his envoy George Mitchell, both recognized for their roles in the Northern Ireland peace process. Several institutions, including Queen’s University Belfast and the US-Ireland Alliance, have distanced themselves by removing Mitchell’s name from awards and facilities following revelations in Epstein files linking Mitchell to Epstein, which he denies. Despite ongoing debates over whether these associations warrant such disavowals, the controversy threatens to diminish the legacy of these peacemakers amid ongoing political instability in Northern Ireland.
The Pentagon is appealing a court order that temporarily prevents Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth from punishing Senator Mark Kelly for participating in a video urging troops to resist unlawful orders. Judge Richard Leon ruled that Kelly's free speech rights had been violated and that the government’s actions threatened the rights of military retirees. The Justice Department has filed a notice to have the U.S. Court of Appeals review the case.
During the State of the Union address, Amy Coney Barrett, a Supreme Court justice appointed by Donald Trump, was observed staring down President Trump as he criticized the Supreme Court ruling that struck down his tariffs. Four justices, including three who dissented from the tariffs ruling, were present at the event. Cameras captured Barrett watching the president intently without showing reaction.
During the State of the Union address, President Trump criticized a recent Supreme Court ruling that struck down his tariffs, while Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett sat silently nearby, having been one of the justices to oppose the tariffs. Trump refrained from criticizing the justices by name during the speech, despite previous attacks on Barrett and Justice Gorsuch. Following the ruling, Trump announced new tariffs, claiming congressional action would not be necessary, although analyses suggest these tariffs could cost U.S. households hundreds of dollars annually.
President Donald Trump criticized the Supreme Court's decision to strike down his IEEPA tariffs, calling it "unfortunate," while signing an executive order to implement a 10% "global tariff" under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974. The new tariffs are temporary and designed to last 150 days without requiring congressional approval, with Trump claiming they could be more effective. The recent SCOTUS ruling coincides with economic concerns, including stagnant job growth and declining consumer confidence, amid widespread disapproval of Trump's handling of tariffs and the economy.
President Donald Trump’s State of the Union claims were found to be misleading or false in various areas, including the economy, jobs, foreign wars, tariffs, prescription drug prices, crime rates, immigration, taxes, and election integrity. Fact-checks revealed that some statements about economic growth, investment commitments, and crime reductions are exaggerated or inaccurate, while others about immigration restrictions and tax policies are partially true or misleading. Overall, the report highlights discrepancies between Trump’s statements and verified data.
President Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union speech, emphasizing economic achievements such as stock market gains, lower prescription drug prices, and reduced costs for goods, despite polls indicating most Americans disapprove of his handling of the economy. He also targeted Democratic-led states, alleging voting fraud and proposing a new anti-fraud task force, while reiterating false claims of widespread voter fraud and calling for legislation requiring voter ID and proof of citizenship. The speech focused on issues of economic affordability and crime, which are central to the upcoming midterm elections, amid ongoing political debates over immigration, voting integrity, and governance.