↑ Trump, Donald J Trump Takes America’s ‘Imperial Presidency’ to a New Level - In his first year back in the White House, President Trump has greatly expanded executive power while embracing the trappings of royalty in ways not seen in the modern era.How Venezuela Went From U.S. Ally to Trump Target - Closely tied to Washington during much of the Cold War, Venezuela has gone through political upheavals over the years that now make it a major enemy in the eyes of the Trump administration.Epstein Files Photos Disappear From Government Website, Including One of Trump - A total of 16 photos were taken down at some point on Saturday from the website that the Justice Department created. One featured an open drawer containing other photos, including at least one of President Trump.U.S. Coast Guard Boards Tanker Carrying Venezuelan Oil - The vessel, which was flying a Panamanian flag, was not on a list of tankers under U.S. sanctions.How Democrats Used the Word ‘Affordability’ to Take On Trump - Both parties are now preparing for “affordability” to play a major role in the midterm elections next year. How did it emerge so quickly?The White House Is Just ‘Trying to Keep Grandpa Busy’ - Jamelle Bouie, Michelle Cottle and David French convene to discuss the year that was.U.S. and Venezuela Jam Caribbean GPS Signals to Thwart Attacks, Raising Flight Hazard - Military brinkmanship between President Trump and Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela has led to an increase in electronic warfare in the region.U.S. Strikes on Syria Underscore Scale of Challenge for Its President - The Syrian government did not comment directly on the extensive American strikes targeting the Islamic State on Friday, but said it was intensifying its own efforts to fight the group.Koch Political Operation Spent Nearly $550 Million During 2024 Cycle - The huge sum shows that while the Koch network may not hold significant power at high levels of the Republican Party, it remains a financial juggernaut.Trump Administration Pushes Asylum Seekers to Apply in Other Countries - In immigration courts, U.S. lawyers have filed thousands of requests to dismiss asylum cases and force people to pursue asylum elsewhere.