JD And Usha Vance Welcome A Baby Boy, The First Child Born To A Sitting VP In More Than 150 Years

Born Sunday, Alec Neel Vance joins older siblings Ewan, 9; Vivek, 6; and Mirabel, 4.

War, Setting Your Clock, and Remembering a Senator - “The Sunday Political Brunch” - July 19, 2026

My political analysis of the week's top stories!

House Votes To Make Daylight Saving Permanent: What To Know

Supporters favor more evening daylight and an end to clock changes, but critics warn of darker, potentially more dangerous winter mornings.

Sen. Lindsey Graham, A Close Trump Ally And Foreign Policy Hawk, Dies After A Brief Illness

A noted hawk, Graham was one of the most influential figures in Washington on foreign affairs.

The Battle for War and Elections -- “The Sunday Political Brunch” -- July 12, 2026

My analysis of the top political stories of the week.

July 4th Trivia and the Week’s Headlines - “The Sunday Political Brunch” -- July 4, 2026

My analysis of the week's top political stories... and some FUN TRIVIA!!!!

More Struggles with Iran; And My Fateful Meeting with Alan Greenspan – “The Sunday Political Brunch” 6/28/26

My political analysis of the top news stories of the week!

CA Voters Will Consider A Measure In November To Raise Taxes On Billionaires

The proposal would impose a one-time 5% tax on individuals whose net worth exceeds $1 billion.

From Iran, to the Cash Register and Ballot Box “The Sunday Political Brunch” - June 21, 2026

My political analysis of the week's top stories!

War, Then Peace at Hand? -- “The Sunday Political Brunch” -- June 14, 2026

My analysis of the week's top political stories!

From Iran to the Ballot Box -- “The Sunday Political Brunch” - June 7, 2026

My weekly political analysis of the top political stories!

Re-mapping Congress Dominates Primary Season - “The Sunday Political Brunch” - May 31, 2026

My political analysis if the week's top stories

Push To Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent Resurrected

With year-round daylight saving time, winter sunsets in much of the country would occur after 5 p.m.; sunrises would be as late as 9 a.m.

The Midterm Election Season is in Full Swing – “The Sunday Political Brunch” - May 24, 2026

My political analysis from the week's top stories!

Tensions Overseas and Tensions at Home - “The Sunday Political Brunch” - May 17, 2026

My analysis of the week's top political stories!

Tensions Overseas and Tensions at Home - “The Sunday Political Brunch” - May 17, 2026

Analysis of the week's biggest political stories!

“Making War; Preparing for Peace?” - The Sunday Political Brunch May 10, 2026

My analysis of the week's top political stories

Dissecting the Latest Assassination Attempt - “The Sunday Political Brunch” - May 3, 2026

I am concerned about the safety of ALL our leaders!

The Fog of War and Cabinet Disarray – “The Sunday Political Brunch" - April 26, 2026

Analysis of this week's biggest headlines in politics!

The Worries of War – “The Sunday Political Brunch” - April 19, 2026

Analysis of the week's top political stories!

Escalation and Deescalation Overseas has a Ripple Effect - “The Sunday Political Brunch” - April 12, 2026

Analysis of the week's biggest political stories. The on-again, off-again war with Iran remained the top international story for the week.

Of War Battles, Court Fights and More – “The Sunday Political Brunch” - April 5, 2026

This is analysis of the week's biggest political stories.

No Kings Protest Saturday May Be Biggest One Yet

Demonstrations come amid backlash over federal immigration operations and U.S. involvement in an escalating conflict with Iran.

Former FBI Director Robert Mueller, Who Investigated Russia-Trump Campaign Ties, Dies

Mueller is known for investigating whether the Trump campaign illegally coordinated with Russia to sway the outcome of the 2016 election.

US, Israel Launch Major Attack On Iran; Trump Urges Iranians To 'Take Over Your Government'

Iran retaliated against the attack by launching missiles and drones toward Israel and U.S. military bases in the region.

4 Aboard FL-Registered Boat Killed In Gunfire With Cuban Soldiers, Officials Say

Cuba's government said its soldiers killed four people aboard a speed boat registered in Florida that opened fire on officers.

What Happens Next After The Supreme Court Slapped Down Trump's Tariffs

The Supreme Court's stunning rebuke of tariffs is a loss Trump couldn't quite accept; he said he would use other laws to impose them.

Supreme Court Rules On Trump's Sweeping Tariffs

Tariffs were the first major piece of Trump's broad agenda to come squarely before the nation's highest court, which he helped shape.

Negotiations To Avert Shutdown Continue As Senate Democrats Block Government Funding Package

Bipartisan talks between Trump and Schumer, often adversaries, come as the natio reels from the killing of two protesters by federal agents.

Immigration Officials Allow Suspect In Largest Jewelry Heist In U.S. History To Self Deport, Avoiding Trial

The move stunned and upset prosecutors planning to try the case and send to prison the suspect in the $100M LA County armored truck heist.

250th Semiquincentennial Anniversary Coins Trace Early American History

The “SemiQ” coins “depict the story of America’s journey toward a ‘more perfect union,’ and celebrate America’s defining ideals of liberty.”

US Plans To 'Run' Venezuela And Tap Oil Reserves After Operation To Oust Maduro

The United States captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and flew him out of the country in an extraordinary nighttime operation.

Justice Department Begins Releasing Epstein Files

Among the thousands of records released by the Justice Department are photos, call logs, grand jury testimony and interview transcripts.

New Details On $1K 'Trump Accounts' For Babies Born In 2025

Thanks to a historic donation by billionaires Michael and Susan Dell, some children 10 and under could receive $250 in seed money.

Trump Proposes $2K Tariff Dividend: Who Would Qualify

The president floated the idea of using tariff revenue to fund stimulus checks that Americans can use for health care coverage.

Supreme Court Issues Emergency Order To Block Full SNAP Food Aid Payments

A judge had given the Republican administration until Friday to make the payments through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Here Are The 40 Airports The FAA Ordered To Cut Flights By 10%

As many as 1,800 flights could be cut at the busiest airports in response to critical air traffic control staffing shortages.

Uncertainty Over Federal Food Aid Deepens As The Shutdown Fight Reaches A Crisis Point

While plans to halt SNAP payments were blocked by federal judges, millions of people may still fall short on their grocery bills.

Judges Order Trump Administration To Cover SNAP With Contingency Funds

It wasn't immediately clear how quickly the debit cards that beneficiaries use to buy groceries could be reloaded after the ruling.

SNAP Benefits Won't Go Out In November, Officials Confirm

The prospect of families not receiving food aid has deeply concerned states run by both parties.