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Pritzker has often used his wealth as a political asset.
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Pete Hegseth's Axe Throwing Video Captured a Genuinely Scary On-Camera Moment
Hegseth once hit a man with an axe, very much on accident.
The Trump Organization Is Selling Merch Suggesting He'll Seek a Third Term
Donald Trump can't run for a third term, but he really might try.
George Santos Was Expelled From Congress Over His Various Financial Misdeeds
Santos has pled guilty to two felonies.
Pete Buttigieg Revealed the Contents of His Military "Just in Case" Letter
Pete explains that it includes everything from Netflix passwords to life aspirations and dreams. And it made him realize something vital.
What Happened to Molly McGovern? Rep Jim McGovern's Daughter Unexpectedly Died
"If you ever met Molly, you carried a piece of her light with you. She had that kind of effect on people."
We Hope Pete Hegseth Does "Get Ready With Me" Videos From His Makeup Room at the Pentagon
Pete Hegseth needs to get pretty in the Pentagon.
'Love on the Spectrum' Stars Condemn RFK Jr.'s Controversial Autism Comments
The stars of 'Love on the Spectrum' expressed being "disgusted" by RFK Jr.'s comments about individuals with autism.
N.J.'s Acting Governor Declared a State of Emergency, but Where Is the Governor?
The lieutenant governor is currently serving as the acting governor.
President Trump Will Give the Commencement Speech at the University of Alabama
The commencement speech will be ticketed and happen on May 1.
Congresswoman Nancy Mace Is Divorced Twice and Mom to Two Teens
Nancy welcomed a son and daughter during her second marriage.
How Can Pete Hegseth Handle the Department of Defense When He Can't Handle His Own Sideburns?
Maybe two sideburns is two too many?
Pete Hegseth's Brother Has an Important Role That Keeps Him Close to the U.S. Defense Secretary
Pete Hegseth's brother was on his Signal group chat.
Why Did J.D. Vance Decide to Convert to Catholicism? Inside His Religious Journey
J.D. Vance, the former Ohio State senator, was thrust into the national spotlight when he was announced by Donald Trump as his running mate.
J.D. Vance Wore a Yellow Tie to Meet With the Pope, but What Does That Mean?
J.D. Vance wore a yellow tie for his meeting with the pope, but what does that mean?
Pete Hegseth Reportedly Sent Details of an Attack in a Second Signal Chat
The Secretary of Defense seems to love using Signal to share war plans.
President Trump’s Golden Dome Isn’t a New Idea — Reagan Tried It First
What exactly is the "Golden Dome" that President Donald Trump wants to build?
Kilmar Abrego Garcia Is Alive, but Is There Any Chance That He'll Come Home?
Senator Chris Van Hollen flew to El Salvador to check on Kilmar Abrego Garcia.
Inside Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Past With Drug Addiction and What He’s Said About it
RFK Jr. is the nephew of President John F. Kennedy and son of Senator and former U.S. attorney general Robert F. Kennedy.
Donald Trump Has Called for Jerome Powell to Be Fired, but Can He Fire Him?
Donald Trump might want to fire Jerome Powell, but he can't do it legally.
Chris Van Hollen's Net Worth Offers a Rare Glimpse Into a Life Devoted to Politics
What kind of money has Chris Van Hollen made during his life in politics?
New York AG Letitia James, Who Prosecuted Donald Trump, Could Face Fraud Charges
Steve Bannon said Letitia James is an "existential threat" to President Trump's administration.
The House Passed the SAVE Act and Sent It to the Senate — When Will It Be Voted On?
"This is a show-your-papers law."
Letitia James Is One of Donald Trump's Main Adversaries, but Is She Married?
Letitia James is not married, but she might get indicted.
Harvard's Federal Funding Is Now Frozen, but What Is That Money Used for?
Harvard's federal funding comes mostly in the form of individual grants.
"That Is Really Childish" — Gretchen Whitmer Covered Her Face During Oval Office Visit
"I thought this was a fake photo."
Who Are Josh Shapiro’s Kids? A Look at the Governor’s Change-Making Family
The politician and his wife, Lori Shapiro, are proud parents to their four children — Sophia, Jonah, Max, and Reuben Shapiro.
Miami City Commissioner Manolo Reyes Dies at 80 — What Was His Cause of Death?
Miami City Commissioner Manolo Reyes was about halfway through his current term at the time of his death.
Four House Democrats Voted for the SAVE Act Which Is Heading for the Senate
The SAVE Act is a form of voter suprresssion.
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer Has Two Children and Three Step-Children
Gretchen Whitmer has two daughters who are both still young adults.
The Peter Navarro Book Controversy Reeks of Voldemort — You Have to Read It to Believe It
We are living in ridiculous times.
Kash Patel Was Quietly Removed From His Role as the Active ATF Director
Kash Patel didn't get fired, but he's not the head of ATF anymore.
Ken Paxton Has Suffered More Eye Injuries Than the Average Person
Ken Paxton spend his entire freshman year of college with a bruised and swollen face.
President Trump Has Given Himself Permission to Use the Insurrection Act of 1807 if Necessary — What Is It?
The Insurrection Act of 1807 is often confused with martial law. There is a difference.
Everything That Hilary Clinton Has Said About Monica Lewinsky Over the Years
Former President Bill Clinton admitted to an inappropriate relationship with Monica Lewinsky in 1998.
President Donald Trump Tells Folks Not to Be "Panicans" in Post to Truth Social — What Is That?
"Stop being WEAK and STUPID."
Dr. Oz Has Promoted Ideas That Feel Like Some Real Flimflam — Is He a Real Doctor?
Dr. Oz thinks there is arsenic in apple juice.
Right-Wing Influencer Laura Loomer Often Spouts Racism and Conspiracy Theories
She has some unusual thoughts about 9/11.
Laura Loomer Appears to Have Some Influence Over Donald Trump but Is She Married?
Laura Loomer is married to her dedication to Trump.
U.S. Senate Hopeful Mallory McMorrow Has a Husband Who's a Journalist
After graduating from Notre Dame, Mallory worked at Mattel and 'Gawker,' where she presumably met her husband.
Joe Rogan Endorsed Trump in 2024 but Is Now Condemning His Deportation Policies
Joe Rogan endorsed Donald Trump, but he's not down with the deportation of innocents.
Trump's Tariffs Extend to Islands Where Penguins Are the Only Residents
Trump's tariffs have extended even to islands without people on them.
Hakeem Jeffries Often Commands the House Floor — Who Does He Spend Time With in His Own House?
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries is not the only person in the family who wants to help others.
Susan Crawford Won the 2025 Wisconsin Supreme Court Race — She's Also Married With Two Kids
It's clear that Susan has a passion for law and probably ice cream.
Cory Booker Did Not Use the Bathroom Once During His 25-Hour Filibuster
Cory Booker did not go to the bathroom for more than a day.
Jackie O or Just Tacky? Casey DeSantis’s Gloves Spark a Fashion Debate
"She's always trying to give Jackie O, but she's not even giving Jackie ABCDEFG."
Senator Strom Thurmond's Biracial Daughter Received Money From Him While He Fought for Segregation
"I certainly never did like the idea that he was a segregationist, but there was nothing I could do about it."
Who Are Kristi Noem’s Children? The Details About Her Three Kids
Along with her husband, Byron Noem, who she married in 1992, Kristi Noem is a parent to three children.
Cory Booker Is Filibustering in Opposition to the Trump Administration
The senator explained that he is taking the threat to Trump seriously.
Was Donald Trump Ever on the Long-Running Dance Show ‘Soul Train'? Inside the Rumors
A previously debunked 2017 video showing a man online users incorrectly labeled as Trump, was shown dancing down the iconic ‘Soul Train’ line.