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After losing a Trump-backed primary, Sen. Bill Cassidy criticizes funding for Donald Trump’s $1 billion White House ballroom, saying there are no architectural plans or environmental reviews, while several GOP senators push back against using taxpayer money for the project amid high living costs.
Former reality star Spencer Pratt launches a nonpartisan bid for Los Angeles mayor, promising to "shake up city hall" despite no political experience, currently polling second behind incumbent Karen Bass as he frames the race around fixing streets and safety after the Palisades fire.
Seven top contenders clash in a high-stakes CNN debate as California’s nonpartisan jungle primary proceeds and millions vote by mail. With Swalwell out amid allegations, candidates spar over healthcare, taxes, and leadership, as Becerra defends his record against Hilton’s call for fresh leadership and Steyer and Porter push for progressive reforms amid a narrowing field and shrinking undecided voters.
The Guardian reports that since Trump’s return, acting defense secretary Pete Hegseth has fired or forced the retirement of about 24 generals and senior officers—many Black or female—amid a push linked to Project 2025 and a broader bid to curb DEI influence. Critics warn the upheaval undermines military cohesion, readiness, and the civilian-military balance, likening it to purge-era tactics, while defenders say the moves are not about race or gender and are aimed at reshaping the force. The controversy underscores deep concerns about loyalty tests, the scope of presidential power, and the risk to national security if experienced leaders are removed over ideological differences.
U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres urged Delta, United, JetBlue and Southwest to publicly commit to lowering fares should jet fuel costs decline, arguing airline pricing should reflect fuel costs and be fair. Jet fuel has surged since late February attacks on Iran, making fuel a major expense after labor and prompting higher fares, surcharges and bag fees. United declined to comment; Delta signaled fuel headwinds and possible capacity reductions, while other carriers did not respond. If fuel prices fall, airlines could reduce prices or expand capacity, illustrating how pricing, demand and margins remain intertwined.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 lineup is set to gain AirDrop-style file sharing via a software update, simplifying wireless transfers with iPhones. The feature, confirmed by Samsung’s mobile chief, could roll out to earlier Galaxy models and even other brands (like Oppo Find X9), signaling a shift toward cross-platform sharing after Apple’s long lead and Pixel’s earlier implementation. Timing isn’t announced yet, but the change could renew interest in the S26 lineup.
Spring buyers may find more homes and lower prices in some markets, but a jump in mortgage rates to about 6.53% is hurting affordability. Inventory is rising as homes sit longer and new listings lag, with regional variations in supply and price trends. Builders face higher costs and incentives to move homes amid ongoing uncertainty for 2026.
Overnight storms toppled trees and power lines across New Jersey, triggering widespread outages and road closures in towns from Elmwood Park to Cranford, with restoration times not yet announced.
California’s Democratic Party chair urged underperforming candidates to drop out to avoid a GOP victory, but eight of nine top contenders stayed in as the June primary nears. One candidate withdrew and endorsed Swalwell, while others—including candidates of color—criticized the pressure as the field remains crowded and the race appears tightly contested in polls. The split field could still yield two Republicans on the November ballot, risking California’s first GOP governor since 2006.
A fresh wave of light snow swept the Northeast after a historic storm left huge piles of snow from Maryland to Maine, prompting salt deployments and thousands of shovelers in cities like New York while warning of patchy ice on roads; the region also faced ongoing accessibility challenges for people with disabilities, dozens of power outages, and flight disruptions as some schools and services returned to normal amid continued snow-clearing efforts and dumping grounds for snow.
U.S. bank shares fell on Tuesday as investors awaited the Trump administration’s deadline to implement a 10% cap on credit-card interest rates, a policy banks warn could curb lending and sap profits. JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup and Wells Fargo led declines (about -3% to -4%), with Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs also down, amid uncertainty over Congressional action and possible compromises such as voluntary rate options or targeted offerings to mitigate impact on consumers.
In Industry Season 4 Episode 2, Henry Muck’s 40th birthday at a haunted country manor spirals into chaotic power plays among family, wife Yasmin, uncle Norton, and Whit as Henry contemplates a future with Tender. Ghosts (literally and figuratively) push him toward self-doubt and reckless behavior, including a violent altercation at a pub. A pivotal moment reveals Henry’s father’s true death, not suicide, and culminates in Henry deciding to pursue Whit’s “bank killer” Tender while hinting at a potential family plan with Yasmin as they drive away—leaving their relationship and Henry’s sanity on a tightrope. The episode blends trauma, legacy, and high-stakes finance as Yasmin navigates ambition and partnership amid the chaos.