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First Lady Melania Trump has announced that Russia agreed to work with her as an intermediary in ceasefire talks with Ukraine to end their 3-year-old war. She made the announcement in an East Room appearance before the press on Thursday morning where she hosted Russian and Ukrainian officials. This is an unusual role for a First Lady, but the White House is presenting her work to end the war as a humanitarian effort. Mrs. Trump's engagement in diplomacy appears to have crossed into the realm of being a negotiator on behalf of the U.S. government, Ukrainian Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets and his Russian counterpart Yana Lantratova, who oversaw the evacuation of the Oleshky region weeks earlier were present. The FLOTUS mediated enabling aid convoys carrying food and medicine to reach Oleshky and allowing residents to leave by bus. After the operation, Melania Trump stated that the mission delivered critical aid and enabled the evacuation of nearly 800 people. She also publicly prai...

  Every time the Radical Left, the Fake News, and the professional panic class have written President Trump’s obituary, they have been wrong. They will be wrong again.   In the final two years of his presidency, Democrats will try — and fail — to reverse everything President Trump has done: Reopen the border after he secured it. Raise taxes after he cut them and delivered record growth. Weaken law enforcement after he produced the largest drop in violent crime in modern history. Flood the country with illegal aliens after he enforced mass deportations at scale. Resurrect the Green New Deal after he achieved American energy independence. Surrender energy dominance after he achieved record production. Restore transgender mutilization on minors after he ended the barbaric practice and protected kids. Reinstate race-based DEI after he eliminated it. Rebuild the censorship regime after he dismantled it. Reopen the floodgates of waste, fraud, and abuse after he cracked down on it. S...

The state of Iowa was as polically ruby red as Califionia is true blue until the 2016 midtern election.  A state that Trump won comfortably in 2024 shifted dramatically in the midterms. Located  in the mifdle of America's heartland, it was  Trump country through and through four years ago.  Iowa is an important indicator of the political environment heading into the second half of President Donald  Trump's presidency. He was confident that the state would maintain Republican dominance he said after campaining there a week eaelier.  Democrats demonstrated that they could compete in traditionally Republican territory by focusing on affordability, health care, economic concerns and corruption. Trump personally campaigned for Republican candidates and predicted victory, but Iowa voters delivered a Democratic governor, a Democratic senator and three Democratic congressional representatives.

  By Mona Austin | The Slice News With less than a week until Election Day, President Donald Trump returned to South Carolina for what has become one of his most personal political crusades of the 2026 midterm cycle: electing Darline Graham to the U.S. Senate seat once held by her late brother, Lindsey Graham. The rally marked Trump's third campaign appearance for Graham and underscored how deeply invested he has become in the race. By next week, the president is expected to have held more than 30 campaign events nationwide as Republicans battle to maintain their Senate majority, but few races appear to occupy Trump more than South Carolina. Opening his remarks, Trump paid tribute to the late senator, drawing loud applause from supporters. "Lindsay's looking down," Trump said. "He said, 'I'd love to be here, but just didn't work out.'" The president spoke at length about the bond between the Graham siblings, recalling conversations he had wit...

Rapper doubles down on Trump support in Fox News interview as 49 million young Americans prepare to head to the polls By Mona Austin | The Slice News WASHINGTON — Rap superstar Nicki Minaj is urging young Americans to cast their ballots for Republicans in November, reaffirming her support for President Donald Trump during an interview with Lara Trump on Fox News. Minaj told "My View with Lara Trump" that young voters shouldn't assume their voices don't matter as Americans prepare to vote in the midterms, and she encouraged them to get involved in elections beyond presidential contests. "Now is not the time to think that your voice will not be heard," she said. She then made her pitch plainly. "Please, and vote red now," Minaj said. Praise for Trump Minaj described the president as "a very authentic person" and said his willingness to speak without appearing scripted appeals to her. The hip-hop star has grown more outspoken in her ...

Pres. Donald Trump agreed to grant a VISA to the mother of the Ghanian teen who was killed in the Bronx last Thursday. After a conversation with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdami Trump agreed to expedite the VISA request to allow the grieving mother to come to the country. Mamdani posted on X that no parent should have to go through this tragedy especially from miles away. His mother remained in Ghana while his father was working in the U.S. JavitsFrimpong, 15, had only been in America a year when he was shot in the abdomen near his home on his way to school. His death triggered a response from the Ghanaian government and has caused an uproar among African communities worldwide. Police release video of the killing but are looking for the suspects

  Faith Leaders Running For Office in the Midterms Has Increased Among Democrats. Who Are Christians Voting For? Religion News Service reported that at least 13 pastors, former pastors, and seminarians are seeking office this cycle, with nine becoming Democratic nominees and several Republicans also seeking office. There has been an increase among Democratic faith leaders, most notably James Talarico of Texas. Clergy or individuals affiliated with the church have always been engaged in U.S. politics but the religious right became more politically dominant in the millennium and are the base of evangelical voters. There are two female clergy running in Iowa and Adam Hamilton, a Kansas pastor is running for senate the senate. He would be the first democratic senator in over 30 years. Pastor Freddie Haynes of Dallas is also running for Congress. These leaders have presented themselves as alternatives to the Christians who support right wing extremism and continue to align with t...

(TSN): A judge has blocked the Trump Administration attempted lawsuit to block the counting of results in the Alaska U.S. Senate race. The contest is locked in a toss-up as it enters the final 24 hours before the November 3 midterm elections. The highly competitive battle between incumbent Republican Senator Dan S. Sullivan and Democratic challenger Mary Peltola has been thoroughly upended by a massive "spoiler candidate" controversy that has triggered federal lawsuits, criminal investigations, and intense blame. A fake candidate us set up on the ballot. Republicans accuse Petola operatives of setting up a cheating scheme to gain more votes. The ballot includes Daniel J. Sullivan Jr., described as a retired schoolteacher. Th3y allege he is an intentional "decoy" candidate meant to siphon votes away from the incumbent by capitalizing on name confusion. This news exposed by the New York Times indicated that Gerald Heikes us another fake candidate, said to be in ...

Comedian DL Hugley said the Trump Administration should apply their immigration policies to Nicki Minaj and deport her instead of showing her favor. The rap artist -- who is a non-citizen and does not have the right to vote --appeared on FOX news endorsing the Republican ticket again after Pres. Trump publicly commented on her rear end. Hughley responded, "If they are going to deport people who have been a nuisance to this country, who have done harm to this country and shouldn't be here, they need to get them m-efers." "You guys are so blessed to be able to vote and you have to more than ever now. Please, vote red," Minajs said while pointing and wining at the camera. The fact that she can not vote and is endorsing Trump and Republicans is not the issue. She is acting in her capacity as a fan of a celebrity president and anyone can tell someone to vote even if they do not have the right. The problem is that outside of the context of a campaign, Minaj does n...

Last week on the same day, a striking juxtaposition of the Trump Administration's complicated actions in immigration policy in the United States was evident in Washington. President Donald Trump’s decision to honor technology leaders while Vice President JD Vance announced a crackdown on foreign workers illustrates a central tension in the administration’s immigration policy: Trump wants America to dominate the global technology industry, but his administration is increasingly challenging the use of foreign workers to achieve that goal. On October 8, 2026, he presented National Medals of Science and National Medals of Technology and Innovation at the White House’s Science: A New Golden Age summit. Of the 5 honorees, 4 were foreign born. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, who was born in India, and other technology executives born outside the United States. Only one American born person was in the group -- Dell. Meanwhile, Vice Pres. Vance, joined by acting Attorney General Todd Blanc...

President Donald Trump sharply criticized a Reuters reporter Thursday after being asked whether his decision to participate in a tele-rally rather than campaign in person in Kansas was related to the demanding travel schedule he has maintained in recent weeks. The exchange occurred as Trump departed an event in South Carolina. When asked whether he was avoiding the trip because he was tired of traveling, the president appeared to interpret the question as a challenge to his health and stamina. "I feel perfect," Trump responded before directing a series of personal insults at the reporter. The journalist, Jacob Bogage, a Pulitzer Prize-winning correspondent for Reuters, asked: "You're not going to Kansas. That's nothing to do with you being sick of traveling?" Trump replied, "You are a sick guy. Reuters is terrible, by the way." He then escalated his criticism beyond the substance of the question, targeting the reporter's physical appeara...

On Thursday, October 29, 2026, First Lady Melania Trump and President Donald J. Trump will open the South Lawn of the White House to trick or treaters of all ages. During this special White House tradition, thousands of children and their parents will proceed around the South Lawn to visit various trick-or-treat booths and enjoy spooky decorations featuring the harvest Moon on the South Portico of the White House. The event will take place from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM and is open to ticketholders, including military families, law enforcement families, foster and adoptive families, and Administration officials with children. The President and First Lady will hand out commemorative candies on the South Drive for a portion of the event. Adding to the festivities and fun, the United States (U.S.) Air Force Strolling Strings will play traditional Halloween songs and modern tunes while the President and First Lady welcome children and families. Throughout the evening, the U.S. Postal Service will...

WASHINGTON — Nearly 950,000 Americans in 30 states received $500 refund checks as the Trump administration returns what it describes as surplus funds collected through federal Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance exchange user fees. The U.S. Treasury began distributing the payments today, while recipients are also expected to receive a letter from President Donald Trump explaining the refunds. According to administration officials, the refunds stem from fees collected through federally operated ACA marketplaces overseen by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Thirty states rely on the federal government to administer their health insurance exchanges, while the remaining states operate their own marketplaces. CMS assesses a user fee on insurance plans sold through the federal exchange to cover administrative and operational costs. Administration officials argue that the Biden administration collected more revenue than was necessary to operate the exchanges, creating a ...

The Supreme Court has cleared the way for the Trump administration to use Social Security data in a federal system designed to verify citizenship for voter eligibility, ahead of the November midterm elections. Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson criticized the decision, arguing that the court had overstepped its authority and favored the administration over voters. The ruling allows the Department of Homeland Security to use its updated SAVE system to check citizenship information. A lower court had blocked its use over concerns that Social Security records could contain outdated information. The Supreme Court did not identify the justices who supported the decision.

    For over a year, vocal dynamo Tasha Page-Lockhart has been in the recording studio laying down tracks for her first solo album since 2017’s The Beautiful Project . The first radio single “ He’s on the Way ” (Giftbox Music Group / Tyscot Records), released a few months ago and has now entered the Top 20 on both the Billboard and Mediabase Go spel Airplay charts. It’s No. 17 on both surveys. Listening Link: https:// TashaPageLockhart.lnk.to/ Hesontheway   At the same time, Page-Lockhart had another big surprise. The 43-year-old singer and her husband DeAngelo Loftin  recently welcomed a new baby girl, Adayah Charise Loftin . She was born September 14 @ 3:36 AM and weighed in at 7 lbs. and 3 ounces. Although, there were various complications during the unexpected pregnancy ( including 27 hours in labor), Page Lockhart has pulled through and posted on Instagram that, “God will always keep his promises.”  

Choosing a political party is a mix of emotional and practical decisioning.  And as much as Black Americans have been taught to unite for collective change, the vote is a deeply personal choice.  Black voters are rethinking traditional affiliations, but not all of the arguments to support leaving the Democratic party make sense.    This is an examination of 3 main Black Republican talking points. The intent is not to be anti-Republican.  It is to help those who are make logical decisions. CLAIM:  Abortion is destroying the Black community. Republicans are the party protecting Black babies." This argument presents abortion primarily as a moral failure within the Black community and casts Republicans as its defenders. It raises a genuine moral question for people who believe life begins at conception. But it becomes politically inconsistent when the concern for children ends at birth or when abortion is discussed without examining the circumstances surroundin...