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Trump to nominate Dr Heidi Overton as next FDA commissioner

President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he is nominating Heidi Overton, deputy assistant for domestic policy, as the next FDA commissioner.

Overton, a physician, is known for her pro-life views and Trump said she has been a "ROCKSTAR" in his administration so far.

"Dr. Overton will continue putting AMERICA FIRST, and creating a HEALTHY AMERICA," Trump said in a Truth Social post.

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Posted on 19 August 2026 | 12:45 pm

House Democrat accused of sexual assault after admitting to 'consensual' encounter

House Democrat Jimmy Gomez faces a sexual assault accusation from a woman interviewed by the House Ethics Committee, disputing his consensual claim.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 12:42 pm

Who is Angie Nixon? Bullhorn-wielding socialist upsets establishment favorite in Sunshine State stunner

Democratic Socialists of America member Angie Nixon defeated Alexander Vindman in Florida despite his massive $16.3 million campaign war chest.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 12:33 pm

Trump teases potential Kim Jong Un meeting later this year

President Donald Trump said Wednesday he expects to meet with dictator Kim Jong Un "later this year," signaling ongoing direct diplomacy with Pyongyang despite a direct denial by North Korea.

"I get along with him very well," Trump told reporters during an impromptu White House construction walkthrough, adding, "I expected to meet with him later this year. Yeah, I will be."

North Korea rejected Trump's reference to talks.

"The relationship between the two leaders remains excellent," Kim Yo Jong, the sister of the North Korean leader, wrote in a statement, according to state media KCNA. "However, the U.S.’s hostile policies toward the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea haven’t changed."

Trump declined to say whether he had exchanged letters with Kim, telling a reporter, "Can’t tell you that."

The president repeatedly pointed to his personal relationship with the North Korean leader as an asset, calling Kim a "very powerful player" and saying their ability to get along was "a good thing, not a bad thing."

Trump did not provide a date or location for the potential meeting.

This is a breaking story, check back here for updates.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 12:17 pm

US ally on Putin’s doorstep braces for war as Russia tensions take ominous turn

Russia's embassy in Britain threatened "consequences" over reported British drone use in Ukraine as Moscow escalates rhetoric against NATO allies.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 12:09 pm

Ted Cruz takes victory lap as iconic American brand's stock plunges to 12-year low

Ted Cruz revived his Nike boycott on social media, saying the Betsy Ross shoe cancellation proved the brand's "marketing plan was America-hate."

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 11:26 am

Fauci scandal grows as top House committee accuses Biden Cabinet official of hiding COVID diary

James Comer demands answers from Xavier Becerra on why Anthony Fauci's COVID-19 diary and cellphone were not turned over to Congress in 2023.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 11:00 am

Iran loses key economic lifeline in Middle East that Trump's sanctions couldn't reach as deadlock persists

The United Arab Emirates suspended all trade with Iran after accusing Tehran of firing ballistic missiles toward maritime traffic in the region.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 10:55 am

Lindsey Graham’s sister admits she’s ‘not that informed on national security’ while seeking full Senate term

Darline Graham admitted national security is "not my thing" at a South Carolina GOP Senate runoff debate when asked about Taiwan and the South China Sea.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 9:54 am

5 takeaways from Florida Senate primary: GOP Sen Ashley Moody will face DSA's Nixon

Angie Nixon's stunning upset over Alexander Vindman in Florida's Senate primary sparked a Trump celebration and exposed Democrats' fundraising crisis.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 9:48 am

Massive piece of 9/11 history makes stunning 10,500-mile journey across America

A 16,000-pound steel beam from the South Tower is traveling 10,500 miles across America, stopping at museums, the White House and Ground Zero.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 9:23 am

Turkey accuses Netanyahu of pursuing ‘expansionist’ policies after Israeli strike on Syrian airbase

Turkey accused Benjamin Netanyahu of pursuing expansionist policies with recent Israeli airstrikes on Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase near Aleppo.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 8:32 am

Socialists capture major Florida victory on hit-or-miss night for Trump-endorsed primary candidates

Trump endorsements delivered mixed results across Florida and Wyoming primary elections, as some backed candidates lost key congressional races.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 5:10 am

Inside the tension that drove Trump’s South Korea alliance from ‘historic new era’ to military pullback

Trump scales back Ulchi Freedom Shield drills to pressure Seoul on investment delays while dangling an incentive for Kim Jong Un to reopen diplomacy.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 5:00 am

State of play: What to know about California showdown to replace Swalwell after massive scandal

Aisha Wahab and Melissa Hernandez battle for Eric Swalwell's California 14th Congressional District seat, as early results remain undecided.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 2:18 am

Former state rep tops ranked-choice slugfest as Alaska advances nominees for governor

Seventeen tickets competed in Alaska's nonpartisan primary to succeed term-limited Republican Gov. Michael Dunleavy in the November general election.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 1:38 am

Alaskan political scion hopes to hold onto state's single House seat

Nicholas Begich III faces a major insurgency from independent candidate Bill Hill in Alaska's ranked choice voting congressional primary race.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 1:34 am

GOP senator, ex-House Dem emerge from Alaska’s ‘jungle primary’ despite far-left meddling

Dan Sullivan and Mary Peltola advance from Alaska's jungle primary, but a second Dan Sullivan on the ballot raises election confusion claims.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 1:05 am

Trump-aligned conservative emerges from crowded primary to decide who fills Wyoming’s lone House seat

Wyoming Republican Secretary of State Chuck Gray faced Steve Friess and Reid Rasner in a crowded GOP primary to replace Rep. Harriet Hageman.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 1:04 am

Trump admin sued over visa time restrictions for foreign students, journalists

A coalition sued to block a DHS visa rule changes that would cap international students at four years in the U.S. and limit foreign journalists to 240 days.

Posted on 19 August 2026 | 12:47 am

America’s reddest state crowns GOP governor nominee

Wyoming Republicans chose their governor nominee from a four-way primary featuring Trump-endorsed Megan Degenfelder and three other candidates.

Posted on 18 August 2026 | 11:17 pm

Democrats pick their fighter for uphill bid to flip deep-red Senate seat

James Byrd defeated Billy Benavidez in Wyoming's Democratic primary for the open Senate seat after Cynthia Lummis announced she won't seek reelection.

Posted on 18 August 2026 | 11:07 pm

Republican who kicked Liz Cheney out of Congress seeks higher office in reddest state

Wyoming Republicans chose their U.S. Senate nominee from a five-way primary featuring Trump-endorsed Harriet Hageman, who unseated Liz Cheney in 2022.

Posted on 18 August 2026 | 10:55 pm

Your favorite cocktail could be an unexpected casualty of Trump's looming trade fight

President Donald Trump's 50% tariff threat on Canadian spirits could devastate U.S. bars and restaurants while pressuring Canada to restock bourbon.

Posted on 18 August 2026 | 9:59 pm

Potential successor to cowboy hat-wearing Dem tops crowded Florida primary

Seven Democrats battled for Frederica Wilson's safe blue seat in Florida's 24th Congressional District with a political dynasty and endorsements at play.

Posted on 18 August 2026 | 9:31 pm