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Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Newly elected Senate Democrats in the spotlight: From the Politics Desk
Kristen Welker examines the first major decision facing incoming Democratic senators in a November 13 edition of From the Politics Desk.
- 9 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump bluntly tells JD Vance to shift focus from Iran to targeting 'corruption and crime' at home
Trump urged JD Vance to shift focus from the Iran war to corruption and crime in Democratic-controlled areas; no specific measures were outlined.
- 10 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Immigration arrests go on unabated despite Trump's misgivings after the GOP's midterm wipeout
After the GOP's midterm defeat, Trump said his immigration crackdown may have been “too tough,” but arrests were reported to be continuing.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
DAVID MARCUS: Where does the blue tsunami leave old school Dems like John Fetterman?
David Marcus examines where a Democratic election surge leaves John Fetterman, described as a key moderate voice amid party divisions.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
TIM GRAHAM: The blue wave brought a tidal wave of praise from TV networks
Tim Graham says ABC, CBS and NBC praised Democratic midterm winners, describing their coverage as a “tidal wave of praise.”
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Levin: Alaska ‘Decoy Dan’ an Effort ‘to Steal the United States Senate from the American People’
On Fox News Friday, Levin called an Alaska figure “Decoy Dan” and alleged an effort to “steal” the U.S. Senate.
- 9 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Why is voting important? Beyond the basics of what makes your midterm election vote matters so much
Midterm votes can shape control of Congress, governorships and ballot measures, even when the president is not on the ballot.
- 9 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
EU fears next Russia sanctions could be the last – Telegraph — RT World News
RT cites a Telegraph report that officials in Brussels and Kyiv fear the EU’s next Russia sanctions package could be its last if Le Pen becomes French p...
- 9 min
- Belgium
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Where things stand after Iran's new pitch for a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz
Tehran signals de-escalation for sanctions relief and security guarantees as UN and Europeans shape steps; markets watch for verification and timing.
- 8 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Iran says choice on reopening Hormuz ‘rests with the United States’ after deal offer
Tehran signals shipping could resume if Washington accepts its framework, putting pressure on US diplomacy as energy and freight risks mount.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
The Hague Group: South Africa Leads Coalition Against U.S./Israel’s “Unilateral Bullying” of the ICC
Coalition challenges U.S.-Israel pressure on the ICC, urging states and civil society to defend the Court’s independence during UN week in New York.
- 8 min
- Netherlands
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
The United Nations looks broken. Is it?
World leaders meet in New York to tackle security, humanitarian strain, and reform, with outcomes judged on implementable frameworks over grand statements.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
The great local government shake-up
Ministers halt devolution deals and boundary changes, delaying governance reforms as reviews continue and councils await next steps.
- 8 min
- England
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
JONATHAN TURLEY: Talarico brings a touch of Trotsky to the Texas Senate race
Turley spotlights resurfaced video of James Talarico criticizing capitalism as tied to White supremacy, sparking national debate late in the Texas race.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Trump: Iran Regime ‘Getting Weaker and Weaker by the Day’
Trump says Iran’s regime is weakening amid tensions and economic strain. Tehran’s response could sway regional risk, markets, and deterrence signals.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Exclusive: Vietnam Veteran Praises Trump's Leadership as 'Gift from God'
At a Tehran event on Aug. 28, 2026, a Vietnam War veteran praised Donald Trump as a “gift from God,” reflecting U.S.–Iran tensions and partisan reactions.
- 8 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Freedom 250 Grand Prix attendees talk about American pride in the midst of historic event
Fans celebrate motorsport and the U.S. semiquincentennial as President Trump takes a ceremonial lap at the Washington, D.C. event.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Beshear says U.S. needs to "fix the darn government," including abolishing Electoral College
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear calls to “fix the darn government,” urging Electoral College abolition amid 2026 races and election policy debates.
- 9 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Because He Is an American: Dr. Gorka Recounts Rescue of U.S. Marine Robert Gilman from Captivity in Russia
On Aug. 15, 2026, Gorka detailed efforts to free Marine Robert Gilman, linking Washington decisions to actions in Russia amid tense U.S.–Russia ties.
- 8 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
The Hitchhiker’s Guide to what the Senate did and didn’t do overnight
Late vote in Washington secures Blanche as Attorney General, but spending and policy packages slip to post-recess talks amid tightened timelines.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Senate passes short-term bill to prevent a shutdown before the midterm elections
Senate votes 90–6 to avert a shutdown with a stopgap bill, stabilizing federal operations before midterms; House and president action still needed.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Rep. Haley Stevens on Israel, the Democratic Party and PAC money
In Jerusalem, Rep. Haley Stevens discusses Israel policy, PAC donations, and Democratic Party debates as her Senate primary intensifies.
- 8 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Platner accuser recalls 'gaslighting,' ‘betrayal’ from NY Times as she came forward with her allegations
Maine woman alleges NY Times minimized and distorted her claims about Senate hopeful Graham Platner, fueling media-ethics scrutiny in a tight race.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Chinese pastor released from prison after Trump raised his case with Xi Jinping
Underground pastor released from Chinese detention and lands in Washington after Trump raised his case with Xi, highlighting diplomacy’s human-rights im...
- 7 min
- China