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Lindsey Graham left behind modest wealth despite decades in Washington’s elite circles

Lindsey Graham ranked 294th in wealth among Congress members despite 31 years of service, with assets mostly in mutual funds and government bonds.

The next big races between moderates and progressives are in pivotal Midwestern states

August primaries in Michigan, Wisconsin and Minnesota will be another gauge of Democratic voters' frustration with the establishment

Trump makes surprise pick to fill Graham's Senate seat

Trump recommended Darline Graham Nordone as interim senator for South Carolina, while Tim Scott pushes for a placeholder ahead of the special election.

Mamdani ripped over record-high NYC rents with critics pointing to policy they say is fueling crisis

Manhattan and Brooklyn median rents hit all-time highs as critics suggest immigration is putting pressure on the housing supply in the city.

Armed man arrested at US Capitol barricade as police probe why he drove onto restricted grounds

U.S. Capitol Police arrested an armed man at the North Barricade after he drove a Ford Bronco to the security checkpoint with a firearm inside.

Who is Darline Graham Nordone? Lindsey Graham's sister emerges as Trump's Senate pick

Trump and Tim Scott are pushing South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster to appoint Darline Graham Nordone as a caretaker to fill her brother's Senate seat.

Europe bankrolls Putin's war machine even as NATO races to bolster defenses

An analysis found 136 of 140 Yamal LNG cargoes went to EU ports in early 2026, worth roughly $6.8 billion despite Europe's Russian gas phaseout pledge.

Family shattered after 3-time deported illegal immigrant allegedly blew through stop sign, roiling House race

A three-time deported illegal immigrant allegedly ran a stop sign and killed 6-year-old Calli Toler, igniting the border fight in North Carolina.

Obama-appointed judge torches Trump admin in latest courtroom showdown, refers attorney for Bar review

A federal judge ruled Trump's $10 billion IRS lawsuit over leaked confidential tax returns was for an improper purpose, referring attorneys for discipline.

Democratic socialists erupt over 2028 endorsement as AOC speculation grows: 'Dangerous path'

DSA's National Political Committee rejected an all-member poll on a 2028 presidential endorsement, sparking fury from factions pushing to back AOC.

Lindsey Graham’s sister appointed to Senate as GOP rushes to protect fragile majority

Gov. Henry McMaster appointed Trump-endorsed Darline Graham Nordone, sister of the late Lindsey Graham, to fill his seat for the remainder of his term.

Democratic socialists erupt over 2028 endorsement as AOC speculation grows: 'Dangerous path'

DSA's National Political Committee rejected an all-member poll on a 2028 presidential endorsement, sparking fury from factions pushing to back AOC.

Mamdani breaks silence on 'perverted' ally who helped sell Platner before scandal-plagued collapse

Zohran Mamdani says Morris Katz remains a top advisor despite Democratic Socialists of America urging allies to blacklist the consultant over Platner.

'The halls of the Senate already feel empty': Tearful Thune honors Lindsey Graham as sister takes his seat

John Thune delivered a tearful tribute to Lindsey Graham on the Senate floor as a black veil covered the late South Carolina senator's desk.

Stephen Miller's unlikely friendship with Lindsey Graham revealed in heartfelt White House tribute

Stephen Miller called Lindsey Graham a personal friend and the most effective, consistent advocate for the president's agenda in the Senate.