Minnesota Governor Tim Walz promised his sweeping paid leave program would help working families. Instead, critics say the government-run mandate is already proving what opponents warned from the beginning: costly bureaucracy, workplace disruption, and a system ripe for abuse. As employers struggle to keep their businesses running, many are asking why politicians in St. Paul thought they knew better than the private sector.

A major Republican effort to strengthen election security is heading toward defeat in the Senate, where Democrats are expected to block the Trump-backed SAVE Act. The legislation, already passed by the House, would require proof of citizenship to vote in federal elections. As the bill stalls, Republicans are preparing to highlight Democratic opposition and make election integrity a central issue moving forward.

After more than 24 hours of heated debate, Washington state Democrats pushed through a controversial “millionaire tax” bill aimed at residents earning over $1 million annually. Republicans fiercely opposed the measure, warning it could open the door to a broader state income tax and further damage Washington’s economic climate.

President Donald Trump is calling on Republicans to rally behind the SAVE America Act, a voter ID and election integrity proposal he believes could reshape the political landscape ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. Speaking to GOP lawmakers, Trump argued the bill would help restore trust in American elections and ensure that only U.S. citizens participate in the democratic process.

President Donald Trump is making election integrity a top national priority, insisting Congress pass the SAVE Act before any other legislation moves forward. The bill, which requires proof of citizenship and voter identification, has become a central part of the push to restore confidence in America’s elections and ensure that only eligible citizens participate in choosing the nation’s leaders.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is once again proving he’s willing to put principle ahead of politics. In a bold move, Paxton signaled he would even consider stepping aside in the Texas Senate race if Washington Republicans would commit to passing President Donald Trump’s election integrity legislation. The message was clear: securing the integrity of American elections matters more than political ambition.