Jane Fonda’s free speech group urges ABC to resist Trump’s demand to fire Jimmy Kimmel

The Committee for the First Amendment, a free speech advocacy group led by actor Jane Fonda, criticized President Donald Trump for urging ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel over his comments about first lady Melania Trump. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “In America, satire … Read more

Republicans bet higher tax refunds will boost midterm chances as blue states resist relief

IRS CEO Frank Bisignano discusses Tax Day, rising refunds and ‘Trump accounts’ for kids IRS CEO Frank Bisignano reveals average tax refunds are up more than 11% for Tax Day 2026, with over $270 billion issued. He credits the Working Families Tax Cut Act for permanent tax cuts and reducing the tax burden. Bisignano also … Read more

Republicans resist calls for Iran war hearings, creating a new standoff with Democrats

WASHINGTON — The United States’ war with Iran is entering its third week, but Congress has yet to publicly test the Trump administration’s case for the conflict. Republicans in Congress have so far side-stepped public debate over the war, even as Senate Democrats reach for every tool at their disposal to demand hearings with Trump … Read more