Scott Bessent unveils ‘President Donald J. Trump Bridge’ in Eastern Tennessee

I-40 Bridge in East Tennessee to be Named after President Trump

DANDRIDGE, Tenn. (Story courtesy of WVLT) - A bridge on I-40 in East Tennessee will soon be named after President Donald Trump. U.S. Secretary of the ...

Trump Goon Offers Bizarre Take on President’s ‘Breathing’

Evan Vucci / REUTERSTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent flattered Donald Trump with an unprompted claim about his 80-year-old boss’ “breathing” and all that it signifies for the future. Bessent was in Tennessee on Thursday at a ceremony for one of the several sites that now have the president’s name on it: The Donald J. Trump Bridge in Dandridge, about 30 miles east of Knoxville. The occasion came the same day that Palm Beach, Florida’s airport was renamed after Trump.Bessent grinned about travelers crossing the French Broad River being able to see the president’s name on the piece of roadway, which the Tennessee Department of Transportation has scheduled to rebuild by September 2029, according to the Knoxville News Sentinel.Read more at The Daily Beast.

Is the US trying to sway Taiwan’s KMT by receiving its legislative speaker?

A high-profile visit to Washington by Taiwanese Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu reflects a broader US effort to strengthen ties with the island’s main opposition Kuomintang (KMT), according to analysts. Han’s trip follows visits to the United States by Taichung mayor and KMT member Lu Shiow-yen in March and KMT chairwoman Cheng Li-wun earlier this month. The succession of arrivals suggested Washington was preparing for political uncertainty after Taiwan’s 2028 leadership election by cultivating...

Southern Indiana 2026 4th of July Guide

Southern Indiana 2026 4th of July Guide

Trump heads to Pennsylvania as voters weigh economy, prices and his political record

The president's trip to the Allentown-area business comes as he endeavors to move past the recent conflict and the resulting surge in gasoline prices, with November's midterm elections rapidly approaching

Angels vs. Mariners Tuesday MLB parlay: Bryan Woo's home and road splits for Seattle continue to astound

Bryan Woo is home for Seattle on Tuesday, and that has been a very good thing lately

Vice President Vance Visited Milwaukee Today, and Here's What He Had to Say

Vice President Vance Visited Milwaukee Today, and Here's What He Had to Say

Trump: Renovations to DC’s East Potomac Golf Links begin in September

President Donald Trump said Sunday the renovation of East Potomac Golf Links in Washington, D.C., will begin on Sep. 1 after months of consternation over the local project. In a lengthy Truth Social post detailing a Sunday morning “tour of various Statues, Monuments, Foundations and, most importantly, an old and rundown Golf Course” Trump provided []

Put down your phone and pick up a map

Y’all, we are NOT spending this summer on our phones. Consider this a call to put down the device and pick up a map (or take the route suggested herein) for a Wisconsin getaway that combines nostalgia, vernacular art, and budget travel. Pack some snacks, make a playlist of road-trip bangers, and assemble your adventure [] The post Put down your phone and pick up a map appeared first on Chicago Reader.

WATCH LIVE: Trump touts the economy in Pennsylvania, following interim agreement with Iran

Trump's trip to the Allentown-area business comes as he works to try to put the conflict — and the higher gasoline prices it caused — in the rearview mirror as November midterm elections draw closer.

Hunger Network in Ohio’s Monthly Advocate Check-in

Thursday, July 9, 2026, 7:00 – 8:00 PMZoomUsually every second Thursday. Join fellow advocates from across Ohio to hear what is going on at the Ohio Statehouse, ways to get involved, ask questions, and share what is going on in your community. All are welcome! Register here.

LIVE: VP Vance Delivers Remarks in Milwaukee, WI...

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Trump's trip to US Capitol to spotlight warring divisions in GOP

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump plans to spend a Wednesday excursion to the U.S. Capitol demanding divisive voter ID legislation. Frustrated Republican senators have other ideas. Over lunch in a wood-paneled room on the Capitol’s second ...

Knicks dispatch ‘cease-and-desist’ order to Mamdani-picked candidate * WorldNetDaily * by WND Staff

Source link President Donald J. Trump attends Game 3 of the NBA finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, Monday, June 8, 2026, at Madison Square

Readers React to New York Primaries #2

From TPM Reader BD, responding to Josh’s post here: Hi—as a 42-year Washington Heights resident (and a 26-year TPM reader), I...

US Senate Majority Leader Confirms No Meeting Scheduled with Cheng Li-wen During Washington Visit

Cheng Li-wen, chair of Taiwan’s opposition Kuomintang (KMT), is undertaking a 16-day visit to the United States in an effort to address concerns and “clarify misunderstandings” among U.S. policymakers. Before departing, Cheng stated that she hoped to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump. However, the U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune stated on June 9 []

Donald Trump scopes out new golf course with armed security flanking him

Just a day after he visited his National Golf Club, Washington, D.C., for a MAGA lunch, Donald Trump has been spotted strolling around a local golf course with an architect and some blueprints

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Wander a Whimsical Topiary Garden on This Day Trip an Easy Drive From DC

Monkton, Maryland Drive time from DC: 1 hour and 30 minutes. If you’re in search of a straightforward Hunt Country experience with hounds and horses, I recommend a trip to Middleburg, Virginia. But for a more imaginative, botanical take on the equestrian vibe, drive an hour and a half away from DC to Ladew Topiary Gardens. Creator [] The post Wander a Whimsical Topiary Garden on This Day Trip an Easy Drive From DC first appeared on Washingtonian.

American booked for assaulting 2 U.S. soldiers

PYEONGTAEK, South Korea, June 23 (Yonhap) -- An American man in his 30s has been...

Rick Owens Spring 2027 Menswear

Rick Owens Spring 2027 Menswear

JD Vance to deliver remarks in Wisconsin on Wednesday on combating fraud

Vice President JD Vance’s office said Monday that the vice president will speak in Wisconsin this week, where he will deliver remarks on the Trump administration’s work to combat fraud. The vice president is expected to speak in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on Wednesday at the Wisconsin Air National Guard’s 128th Air Refueling wing, according to the []...Click to read more

A bridge to Canada may be blocked by the Trump administration

The Gordie Howe bridge spans the most important border crossing between the U.S. and Canada. President Donald Trump has said he doesn't want it open yet.

AFP-WI Welcomes Vice President Vance back to Wisconsin

Milwaukee, WI – Americans for Prosperity-Wisconsin (AFP-WI) welcomed Vice President J.D. Vance back for his second visit to the Badger State in 2026 Wednesday. AFP-WI State Director Megan Novak released the following statement: “Vice President Vance’s visit is a reminder of what accountable government looks like. Whether you align as a Republican, a Democrat, or somewhere in between, everyone should welcome an [] The post AFP-WI Welcomes Vice President Vance back to Wisconsin appeared first on Americans for Prosperity.

Fort Wayne, IN man tries to impress ghost of Jerry Lee Lewis with his own version of "Great Balls of Fire" [Repeat]

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Rare home for sale in San Antonio’s River Road neighborhood comes with artsy decor, lush jungle backyard

It’s not every day that a house goes up for sale in the highly desirable and supremely funky neighborhood of River Road. And this one — listed at 875,000 after a 75,000 price drop — is in a league of its own. Built in 1924, this three-bedroom, two-bath bungalow features hardwood floors, charmingly artsy architectural [] The post Rare home for sale in San Antonio’s River Road neighborhood comes with artsy decor, lush jungle backyard appeared first on San Antonio Current.

Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after ‘brief and sudden illness,’ his office says

The senator had been a been a fixture in Republican politics both in South Carolina and in Washington.

Did You Miss It? Qatar Extradition, DXSN Emmy Nod, World Cup Records And A New Voice At DX

Aerial view of Dallas, Texas skyline cityscape at night with Margaret Hunt Hill bridge | Image by Joshua Lehew/ShutterstockFrom a Fort Worth First Ame...

Senate Set to Vote on Housing Bill

The Senate convenes on June 22 at 3 p.m. ET and is scheduled to vote at 5:30 p.m. ET on a motion to concur in the House message accompanying H.R. 6644, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, with the Scott amendment.

US-Canadian bridge set to open by late July after delay due to issues between countries, sources say

SAWYER, Mich. (AP) — A completed bridge linking Detroit and Canada is expected to open by the end of the month after U.S. and Canadian officials reached an agreement to resolve the dispute that delayed its debut, according to two people directly involved in the negotiations. The sources were not authorized to publicly disclose the [] The post US-Canadian bridge set to open by late July after delay due to issues between countries, sources say appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Florida Sen. Rick Scott Demands Senate Cancel Vacation To Pass Trump Agenda

The U.S. Senate returned to Washington, D.C., today following a two-week recess, kicking off a four-week work period before lawmakers are scheduled to leave again for a five-week August break. Coinciding with the return, U.S. Senator Rick Scott published an op-ed on Fox News, urging his colleagues to change their legislative calendar, stay in session, [] Florida Sen. Rick Scott Demands Senate Cancel Vacation To Pass Trump Agenda

“There’s Too Much America Happening Right Now”: Tourists Stunned by Kids Lemonade Stands

A tourist visiting America decided to take a stroll around Nashville with a friend and ended up experiencing what he described as quintessential American experiences, lemonade stands, baseball games, and golf. In a clip going viral after being reshared by X user @cecegkh, one of the men begins by pointing out lemonade stands run by Sign up to receive the Daily Dot’s Internet Insider newsletter for urgent news from the frontline of online. The post “There’s Too Much America Happening Right Now”: Tourists Stunned by Kids Lemonade Stands appeared first on The Daily Dot.

Wiener Or Burger: What's Your Choice While Camping In Idaho?

Wiener Or Burger: What's Your Choice While Camping In Idaho?

Tim Walz’s jab at Trump over Reflecting Pool draws fraud scandal backlash: ‘Sit this one out’

Minnesota Democratic Gov. Tim Walz’s viral jab at President Donald Trump over the troubled Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool cleanup drew swift blowback from critics online, who pointed to the massive fraud scandal that unfolded in Minnesota under Walz’s watch. “Found an imaginary problem, said only they could fix it, didn’t listen to experts, hired buddies who []

Photos | Farish Street Juneteenth Celebration in Jackson, Mississippi

Jackson residents celebrated the 161st anniversary of Juneteenth over several days at festivities throughout the Capital Region, like the Farish Street Juneteenth Festival on Saturday night. The post Photos | Farish Street Juneteenth Celebration in Jackson, Mississippi appeared first on Mississippi Free Press.

Former US Olympian pleads not guilty in DC reflecting pool vandalism case

Former Olympic canoeist David Hearn denies damaging Donald Trump’s Washington, DC reflecting pool renovation.