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Bishop Barron slams 'borderline communists' Sanders, Mamdani ahead of Trump prayer event: 'Economy that kills'

Bishop Robert Barron slams borderline communists in the Democratic Party, warning that the extreme leftward shift poses a danger to American society.

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 12:20 pm

Progressive challenger complicates Democrat path in House fight to unseat GOP incumbent Rep Mike Flood

Intercept journalist Austin Ahlman enters Nebraska's first Congressional district race as an independent, calling both candidates establishment.

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 11:38 am

Longtime Democratic Rep Steve Cohen announces end to re-election bid

Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen of Tennessee announced on Friday that he signed a document requesting not to be included on the ballot in Tennessee's 9th Congressional District.

The congressman described the district determined by "new lines" as "nothing like the 9th district that I've represented."

The Democratic primary in the district is scheduled to take place in August.

Speaking after his announcement, Cohen described President Donald Trump as "the greatest threat to democracy, and to …  decorum … and grace, that we've ever seen."

Fox News Digital has reached out to the White House.

Cohen is ending his re-election bid after more than 19 years in Congress — he took office in early 2007.

"Candidates who previously qualified for 2026 congressional elections may run in the new district that has the same district number. Candidates who wish to change districts or withdraw may do so by filing a notarized statement with the State Division of Elections, attention Coordinator of Elections," according to a press release posted on the Tennessee secretary of state's website.

This is a breaking news story and will be updated

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 11:34 am

Iowa Dem admits being ‘uncomfortable’ with whiteness as she seeks to flip competitive House seat

Democrat Sarah Trone Garriot, running for Congress in Iowa, recalled feeling uncomfortable by how many white people were in her Minnesota hometown.

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 11:22 am

Obama remains Dem headliner while president with most votes ever fades into background: 'It was all a dream'

Barack Obama leads Democrats' redistricting push and campaigns in Texas while Joe Biden remains notably absent from the party's visible battles.

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 10:24 am

Key China-Iran infrastructure exposes critical hole in Trump's war strategy

The U.S. strategy to choke Iran's economy at sea faces a new challenge as China-linked rail traffic reportedly doubles along an overland corridor.

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 8:56 am

Trump wraps widely-watched trip to China, departing on Air Force One after high-stakes Xi meeting

Air Force One lifted off after U.S. President Donald Trump wrapped up his visit to China where he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week.

The president spoke to the press aboard Air Force One, calling Xi "an incredible guy."

Trump said Xi "feels very strongly" on the Taiwan issue, but noted, "I made no commitment either way."

"But, you know, I think the last thing we need right now is a war that's 9,500 miles away," Trump later opined.

Trump indicated that Xi asked him whether he'd defend Taiwan. "I said, I don't talk about that," the U.S. president noted.

TRUMP SAYS CHINA'S XI JINPING OFFERED TO HELP END IRAN CONFLICT

Trump said that Xi "told me that would be a tough one," regarding the possibility of releasing prisoner Jimmy Lai. "He said he's gonna strongly consider the pastor," Trump said, apparently referring to imprisoned Pastor Ezra Jin.

During a state dinner in Beijing, Trump publicly invited Xi and his wife to visit the White House on September 24. 

Aboard Air Force One the next day, Trump said the visit could take place September 24 or September 26.

This was Trump's first trip to China during his current term. He had previously visited the foreign nation during his first administration.

Here are some notable moments from his trip:

China literally rolled out a red carpet for President Donald Trump's arrival at the Beijing Capital International Airport.

Chinese Vice Presdient President H.E. Han Zheng was among those who greeted Trump.

Trump and Xi appeared together outside the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

Xi and Trump met for a bilateral meeting at the Great Hall.

Leaders from some of America's biggest businesses joined part of the meeting according to a White House readout.

TRUMP REVEALS XI'S STANCE ON ARMING IRAN AS HORMUZ TENSIONS RATTLE MARKETS

Trump's China visit came amid the ongoing U.S. conflict with Iran.

"On Iran, it's very interesting, he feels strongly they can't have a nuclear weapon," Trump said of Xi during the gaggle aboard Air Force One while flying back to the U.S.

While speaking at a banquet, President Donald Trump invited Xi and his wife to visit him at the White House later this year.

"And tonight it is my honor to extend an invitation to you and Madame Peng to visit us at the White House this September 24th, and we look forward to it," he said.

Trump added, "I'd now like to raise a glass and propose a toast to the rich and enduring ties between the American and Chinese people. It's a very special relationship," he said.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 6:39 am

GOP can't agree on key part of Trump's housing affordability push as infighting continues

Trump urged Congress to pass housing affordability legislation, but House Republicans balked at the Senate bill and pitched a modified rival proposal.

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 6:30 am

Israel, Jews targeted worldwide as well-funded leftist, Islamist groups join for ‘Nakba 78’ protests

About 425 anti-Israel groups are mobilizing coordinated Nakba 78 protests worldwide, with 736 events planned across 39 countries this weekend.

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 6:27 am

This Midwestern state leads the nation in home foreclosures as US filings jump by 26%

Indiana records the highest foreclosure rate in the nation as rising costs and mortgage rates put increasing financial pressure on homeowners nationwide.

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 6:00 am

Trump touts ‘fantastic trade deals’ in final Xi meeting amid tariff standoff

President Donald Trump touts an incredible visit and fantastic trade deals with China after his final meeting with Xi, as Beijing agrees to order 200 Boeing jets.

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 1:02 am

Trump reveals Xi’s stance on arming Iran as Hormuz tensions rattle markets

President Donald Trump says Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged not to supply Iran with military equipment, calling it a major win from the bilateral summit.

Posted on 15 May 2026 | 12:08 am

Trump says Xi agreed US became a ‘declining nation’ during Biden years

President Donald Trump turns Xi Jinping's apparent swipe at Western decline into an attack on Biden, saying the U.S. "suffered immeasurably" under the prior administration.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 10:07 pm

US moving to indict former Cuban leader Raúl Castro: source

A source says the U.S. is moving to indict former Cuban president Raúl Castro, 94, the younger brother of longtime leader Fidel Castro.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 9:24 pm

McMaster revives Trump-backed push to oust Biden kingmaker from Congress

Gov. Henry McMaster calls South Carolina special legislative session on redistricting amid GOP infighting and Trump pressure to oust Rep. Clyburn.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 7:55 pm

China cozies up as Trump touts delegation of richest business heavyweights at Xi summit

U.S. corporate titans like Musk, Cook and Huang traveled with Trump to Beijing, underscoring China's desire for American business and investment.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 6:30 pm

Ex-counterterror chief Joe Kent says Trump was 'poised' to make better Iran deal than Obama-era JCPOA

Ex-counterterrorism chief Joe Kent claims President Donald Trump was positioned to strike a better Iran deal than the JCPOA before the current Middle East conflict.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 6:23 pm

Cuba says CIA chief Ratcliffe met with officials in Havana amid US tensions

CIA Director John Ratcliffe held high-level talks in Cuba focused on intelligence cooperation, economic stability and security issues amid strained U.S.-Cuba relations.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 6:03 pm

Supreme Court keeps broader access to abortion pill mifepristone in place while legal fight continues

The Supreme Court kept broader access to abortion pill mifepristone in place, allowing telehealth prescribing and mail delivery to continue.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 5:51 pm

Far-left commentator says Trump ballroom project provides proof of ‘dictatorship’ ambition

Charlamagne Tha God is claiming that Trump's new White House ballroom proves he intends to seek a third term, calling on Republicans to be honest about his power.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 5:51 pm

DOJ demands sanctuary states end 'blatantly unlawful' anti-ICE policy as a matter of life and death

The Justice Department orders sanctuary states to stop blocking undercover license plates for DHS agents, citing danger to officers and legal violations.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 5:48 pm

Lawmakers raise alarm over Neville Roy Singham's $278M network spreading CCP propaganda in the U.S.

Members of Congress raise concerns about pro-CCP propaganda spread by nonprofits tied to Shanghai-based Marxist mogul Neville Roy Singham's network.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 5:35 pm

House Democrats fail to fracture GOP support for Trump's Iran strategy in war powers vote

House Republicans overwhelmingly rejected a Democratic resolution to curb Trump's war powers and force an end to hostilities against Iran.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 5:00 pm

Fetterman defends Erika Kirk's emotional response to WHCA Dinner shooting: 'What’s wrong with people?’

Sen. Fetterman recalls emotional exchange with Charlie Kirk's widow Erika after the shooting and weighs in on Iran nuclear policy and defense spending.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 4:41 pm

Rep Jayapal defends outreach after Cuba trip drew conspiracy allegations, death threats

Rep. Pramila Jayapal says she has received death threats after revealing she spoke with foreign ambassadors during a congressional trip to Cuba.

Posted on 14 May 2026 | 3:53 pm