In a dramatic escalation, the Trump administration threatens Harvard University with a complete cut of federal funding, claiming a pattern of legal violations. Experts debate the implications for higher education and the future of academic freedom.
Former GOP presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy declares his bid for governor of Ohio in 2026 after a series of political twists, including a Trump endorsement and a challenge in the GOP primary.
Mitch McConnell, the long-serving Republican senator, has announced his retirement, ending a career marked by political prowess and conservative causes amid the rise of Trump-led populism.