Seth McLaughlin
Articles by Seth McLaughlin
British leader tells Trump that tariffs on Europe over Greenland are ‘wrong’
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told President Trump on Sunday that it is "wrong" to impose tariffs on European nations that refuse to back his push to acquire Greenland. Published January 18, 2026
Homeland Security Secretary Noem says 70% of detained migrants have violent crime connections
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is trying to set the record straight on the number of migrants detained by ICE who have committed a criminal offense. Published January 18, 2026
Trump faces pushback across the Atlantic and on Capitol Hill over tariff plan tied to Greenland
President Trump's push to pressure European allies with tariffs to clear the way for a U.S. takeover of Greenland is stirring up a constitutional fight. Published January 18, 2026
Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ offers permanent seats — for $1 billion apiece
Countries that want a permanent role on President Trump's "Board of Peace" are being asked to pony up $1 billion. Published January 18, 2026
Todd Blanche, deputy AG, defends DOJ stance on ICE shooting in Minneapolis
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said Sunday that the Department of Justice is not investigating the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs officer in Minneapolis. Published January 18, 2026
Abigail Spanberger prepares to be sworn in as governor and open a new Democratic era in Richmond
Abigail Spanberger is set to make history Saturday when she becomes Virginia's first female governor, opening a new chapter in Richmond as Democrats prepare to control every lever of state government for the next two years. Published January 15, 2026
Youngkin declares Virginia ‘stronger than ever’ in final State of the Commonwealth address
Gov. Glenn Youngkin delivered his final State of the Commonwealth address on Wednesday, closing out a four-year run that steered Virginia out of the COVID-19 lockdowns and attracted substantial business investment and job growth. Published January 14, 2026
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani quickly puts his socialist imprint on City Hall
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's inner circle at City Hall is already taking shape, and so is the backlash. Published January 13, 2026
Minnesota senator alleges ‘cover-up’ amid intensifying dispute over ICE shooting probe
The fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an officer of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has morphed from a local tragedy into a national political battle, further inflaming divisions over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown and the role of federal agents in Democratic-led cities. Published January 11, 2026
Minnesota senator accuses Trump administration of ‘cover up’ in wake of ICE’s fatal shooting
Sen. Tina Smith said Sunday that the Trump administration is trying to hide the facts behind the fatal ICE shooting of Renee Nicole Good by refusing to assist state and local officials in the investigation. Published January 11, 2026
Border czar Tom Homan accuses Democrats of fueling chaos as ICE shooting fallout grows
White House border czar Tom Homan said Sunday that Democrats and liberal activists are being hypocritical in their outrage over immigration enforcement, arguing they spent years refusing to help deport illegal migrants, ignoring the southern border crisis and vilifying ICE officers. Published January 11, 2026
Sen. Chris Murphy says Trump is ‘10 times more impeachable’ in second term
Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut is sounding open to the prospect of a third impeachment trial for President Trump if Democrats regain control of the House in November's midterm elections. Published January 11, 2026
Border czar Tom Homan not ready to classify Renee Nicole Good a ‘domestic terrorist’
White House border czar Tom Homan is tapping the brakes on efforts to label Renee Nicole Good a "domestic terrorist" after her fatal shooting by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, putting him at odds with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Published January 11, 2026
Illinois Gov. Pritzker says Minneapolis shooting fits pattern of ICE ‘breaking their own protocols’
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Sunday that last week's fatal shooting in Minneapolis is hardly the first time immigration agents have pushed into legally questionable territory. Published January 11, 2026
Noem stands by ‘terrorist’ label of ICE shooting victim, tells leaders to ‘turn down their rhetoric’
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said Sunday that Minnesota's elected leaders have "lost credibility" and called on them to "turn down their rhetoric" after an ICE agent fatally shot a woman in Minneapolis. Published January 11, 2026
Gavin Newsom casting California as ‘beacon’ against Trumpism in previews of his 2028 campaign
Gov. Gavin Newsom, in his final State of the State address, said California has served as a bulwark against President Trump and the "purposeful chaos" emanating from Washington, casting his state as a "beacon" in a time of political unrest. Published January 8, 2026
Hochul, Mamdani join forces on plan to ease New York’s child care costs
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is giving New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani an early boost as he tries to make good on one of his boldest promises: expanding free health care services for children across the city. Published January 8, 2026
Florida’s DeSantis targets April redistricting push
Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida said Wednesday that he is calling state lawmakers back to Tallahassee for a special legislative session in April to draw new congressional maps -- a move that could boost Republicans' chances of flipping Democratic-held seats and help the House GOP defend their narrow majority. Published January 7, 2026
MTG blames Trump’s ‘traitor’ attack for triggering death threats, driving her out of Congress
Fresh off her final day in Congress, former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said Wednesday that the breaking point came when President Trump publicly branded her a traitor -- a label she says unleashed a wave of death threats that left her genuinely worried for her family's safety. Published January 7, 2026
Tim Walz, Democrats’ 2024 VP candidate, won’t run for a third term as Minnesota governor
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Monday abruptly ended his reelection bid, bowing out under mounting criticism tied to a fraud scandal that has rattled the state. Published January 5, 2026
