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Apr 10, 2026 · Swalwell campaign imploding after new sexual assault allegation Multiple people resigned in advance of a report that an ex-staffer accused him of sexual assault.

6 days ago · The president said the U.S.'s blockade on Iranian shipping in the region will remain in effect, and lambasted allies for their lack of support.

Apr 12, 2026 · Trump announces Strait of Hormuz blockade after Iran talks collapse In a pair of Truth Social posts, he also said the Navy would intercept any vessel that has paid tolls to Iran to transit the ...

Apr 7, 2026 · Trump threatens ‘whole civilization will die tonight’ ahead of Iran deadline Tuesday night may well be “one of the most important moments in the long and complex history of the World,” the ...

Apr 13, 2026 · The Hungarian election was a setback for MAGA. But the winner’s campaign should be a wake-up call for Trump’s opponents.

6 days ago · Trump keeps claiming victory in Iran. Our new poll shows voters aren’t buying it. A majority say the war is not in the national interest, and many lack confidence in the president’s goals ...

Apr 8, 2026 · The two-week temporary ceasefire has done little to quell GOP fears about the war in Iran costing the party seats in November.

Apr 16, 2026 · Republican leaders kept defections to a minimum, signaling the party isn’t ready to publicly break with the White House on the war effort just yet.

Apr 13, 2026 · The whisper network that caught up to Eric Swalwell Warnings about the lawmaker had long circulated privately. Then a handful of women and online creators pushed them into public view, …