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Fetterman Renews Threat to Leave Democrats Over Van Hollen
Sen. John Fetterman said Saturday he could leave the Democratic Party if Sen. Chris Van Hollen wins the party’s Senate leadership election in January, arguing he sees little common ground with progressives. In a Fox News interview, Fetterman accused them of seeking to destroy Israel and the United States.
Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve Chair
Kevin Warsh won Senate confirmation Wednesday to lead the Federal Reserve, with Republican senators and Democrat John Fetterman supporting President Donald Trump’s nominee. The vote drew warnings from Democratic critics who say Warsh could face pressure from Trump to cut interest rates as inflation rises.
Van Hollen to Back Sanders Measures Against Arms Sales to Israel
Sen. Chris Van Hollen said Monday he would vote for Sen. Bernie Sanders’ resolutions seeking to block U.S. weapons sales to Israel, joining a push set for a Senate vote later this week. He called for a pause on offensive arms while supporting the transfer of defensive systems such as Iron Dome.
Controllers Question Duffy’s Account of Nationwide Flight Ground Stop
Air traffic controllers interviewed by Washington Examiner reporter Anna Giaritelli questioned Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s explanation for a nationwide flight ground stop, saying equipment changes of the kind he described would not normally happen during a busy Friday afternoon. The outage disrupted travel for an estimated 1.5 million people.
Report Details Alleged Abuse of Venezuelans at El Salvador’s CECOT
“You have arrived in hell,” the director of El Salvador’s CECOT prison reportedly told 26-year-old Gonzalo Y. He was among 252 Venezuelans sent there by the Trump administration in March and April, according to a report by Human Rights Watch and Cristosal released Wednesday.
Rights Groups Sue for Legal Basis of US Boat Strikes
Three civil liberties organizations are asking a court to force the Trump administration to disclose the legal opinion underpinning US military strikes on suspected drug boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean. Their Freedom of Information Act complaint seeks an analysis they say is essential to assessing the campaign’s legality.
Ecuadorian Fishers Sue Over US Strike and Detention
A lawsuit by 16 Ecuadorian fishers says a US drone attack set their boat ablaze in the eastern Pacific, then US forces detained the survivors and took them to El Salvador. The suit, expected to be filed in Pennsylvania, calls the March 17 attack “manifestly unlawful” and seeks unspecified compensation.
Tanker Collision Capsizes New Orleans Riverboat; All Accounted For
More than 120 passengers and crew were aboard the American Heritage when the docked riverboat was struck by a tanker in New Orleans on Friday. The vessel capsized and partly submerged in the Mississippi River; officials said 32 people were injured, none critically, and no one was unaccounted for.
Dali Had Prior Collision and Propulsion Finding Before Baltimore Crash
Before the Dali struck Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, the vessel had a record of earlier incidents: it hit a harbor wall in Antwerp in 2016 and was detained in Chile last June over a machinery issue, according to reports and inspection records.
Mexican Figures Fear Miller Could Urge US Action on Mexican Soil
Mexican officials, business leaders and other influential figures are concerned that White House Chief of Staff Stephen Miller could persuade President Donald Trump to authorize US military action in Mexico, Politico reported. Their fears are tied to pressure on Mexico to curb migration and Miller’s reported past calls for strikes against suspected drug cartels.
Mossad chief reportedly seeks US talks on Iran war
Mossad Director Roman Gofman was in Washington on Friday for meetings with CIA Director John Ratcliffe, then expected to travel to Miami for talks with White House envoy Steve Witkoff, according to Axios. The visit comes as Benjamin Netanyahu presses Donald Trump to resume strikes on Iran.
Working Families Party Backs Van Hollen in Challenge to Schumer
The Working Families Party urged Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to step aside and endorsed Sen. Chris Van Hollen to lead Senate Democrats, arguing that voters want a new generation of leadership and a stronger focus on working-class priorities.
Khanna Calls for Democrats to Reject ‘Foreign Wars’
Ro Khanna drew cheers at a Democratic strategy conference in Denver on Friday as he urged the party’s next president to reject military interventions outright. “No more foreign wars! None!” the California congressman said, arguing that a president should resist pressure for even limited bombing campaigns.
FAA Grounds Departing Flights Over Air Traffic Control Communication Issue
A communication problem affecting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to halt departing flights nationwide Friday afternoon, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said. The FAA cited “extraordinary circumstances” and safety in its alert, and said departures should remain stopped until further notice.
The Intercept Sues Pentagon Over Iran War Casualty Records
The Intercept has sued the US Department of Defense, saying the Pentagon failed to answer five Freedom of Information Act requests for records on casualties, internal briefings and communications, counting rules and the Iran war’s costs. The outlet says the records are needed to clarify discrepancies in official casualty figures.
Van Hollen Applauded, Jeffries Heckled at Denver Democrats Summit
A sharp contrast in reception greeted two Democratic leaders at a Denver summit Friday: Sen. Chris Van Hollen drew applause after announcing a bid to challenge Chuck Schumer for Senate Democratic leader, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries was booed and heckled during a separate discussion.
New York City Council Passes Ban on Surveillance Pricing
A 44-5 vote in the New York City Council has advanced a ban on businesses using personal data and algorithms to set different prices for different consumers. The measure, Introduction 891-A, now goes to Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who has 30 days to sign it.
Warren Urges Congress to Block Proposed SNAP Eligibility Rule
A proposed USDA rule could end Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits for about 6.3 million people in 2029, the agency estimates. Sen. Elizabeth Warren said Thursday that Congress should stop the change, which would narrow states’ ability to use broad-based categorical eligibility.
Trump Arch Renderings Draw Backlash Over Costs and Site
A proposed 250-foot gold-covered arch in Washington drew criticism from Democrats and other public figures after the White House released design renderings on April 10, 2026. The unveiling coincided with a report that US inflation had risen at its fastest monthly pace in four years.
Trump Administration Moves to Redefine ‘Harm’ Under Species Law
A proposed federal rule could change how the Endangered Species Act defines harm to threatened and endangered wildlife, prompting the Center for Biological Diversity to warn that habitat protections may be weakened. The proposal has been sent for review but was not publicly available in the government dashboard cited by the group.
Talarico Urges Democrats to Pair a ‘Supermajority’ With a ‘Super Agenda’
At a Denver summit, Sen.-elect James Talarico urged Democrats to use their incoming control of Congress to pursue ambitious legislation and press President Donald Trump to sign it. He said voters wanted immediate relief from high costs and argued that Trump could build a legacy by working with Democrats.
Jeffries Avoids Direct Answer on US-Israel Defense Cooperation
At a Thursday news conference, House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries did not say whether he supported removing proposed US-Israel military cooperation provisions from the 2027 defense bill. Instead, he spoke about the need for change in the Middle East, drawing criticism from progressives who say Democrats should oppose the measure.
More Than 100 Corporate Groups Attend COP31, Coalition Says
More than 100 companies and trade associations linked to fossil fuels, Big Tech and industrial agriculture have sent delegations to COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye, according to an analysis by the Kick Big Polluters Out coalition. The group warns that their influence could obstruct the climate action the summit needs to deliver.
Advocacy Groups Urge Democrats to Probe Nvidia and Trump Ties
A coalition of advocacy groups is pressing Democratic leaders in Congress to investigate Nvidia’s ties to Donald Trump’s administration, including decisions on AI-chip exports to China. Its Friday letter asks for records, public hearings and subpoenas if officials or the company refuse to cooperate.
Machinists Union Endorses Van Hollen for Senate Leader
The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, which has around 600,000 members, endorsed Sen. Chris Van Hollen on Thursday in his bid to become Senate majority leader, backing his call for new leadership in the contest against Sen. Chuck Schumer.
Van Hollen Challenges Schumer for Senate Democratic Leadership
Chris Van Hollen says he will run against Chuck Schumer to lead Senate Democrats, framing his bid as a response to voters’ demand for change. The announcement drew support from progressives, including Bernie Sanders and youth-led climate group Sunrise Movement, while Schumer said he has the votes to remain leader.
Student Debt Petition Tops 209,000 as Groups Seek Payment Pause
A petition calling for President Donald Trump to suspend federal student loan payments and interest had gathered 209,359 signatures by Thursday afternoon, as advocacy groups urged Democratic leaders to press for a pause when the party takes control of Congress in January.
McMahon Pauses Planned Wage Garnishment for Student Borrowers
Education Secretary Linda McMahon says the Trump administration has put plans to garnish wages of borrowers in default on hold, after advocacy groups warned that taking money from paychecks could deepen hardship during the cost-of-living crisis. She told reporters earlier this week the effort had been “put on pause for a bit,” without giving further details.
Senate Confirms Linda McMahon to Lead Education Department
The Senate confirmed Linda McMahon as education secretary on Monday, voting 51-45 to install the former Small Business Administration chief and World Wrestling Entertainment executive at an agency President Donald Trump has repeatedly vowed to abolish.
Advocacy Groups Urge Congress to Keep Section 702 Out of NDAA
More than two dozen advocacy groups are urging congressional leaders not to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act through the year-end defense bill or other must-pass legislation, warning that the measure could advance without debate on safeguards for Americans’ privacy.