With midterms just around the corner, Democrats are building real momentum in Texas. New polling from Emerson shows that the race for the U.S. Senate is a near dead heat between Democratic candidate James Talarico and Republican candidate Ken Paxton. And in the governor’s race, Republican incumbent Greg Abbott leads State Representative Gina Hinojosa by just four points -- only one point outside the poll’s 3-point margin of error. State Rep. and Texas Gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa joins The Weekend to discuss.
AI:As midterm elections approach, Democrats are attempting to capitalize on recent electoral upsets in Texas by building momentum for high-profile races. New Emerson polling indicates a dead heat in the U.S. Senate race between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton, while Republican incumbent Greg Abbott holds only a narrow four-point lead over Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa. Hinojosa claims her vision is gaining traction as the margin of error suggests the race for the governor's mansion remains highly competitive amidst shifting political dynamics in the state.Open
Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy said on ABC News' "This Week" that Trump's executive order on vaccines was a "stupid thing to do."
AI:Senator Bill Cassidy has publicly criticized President Trump's recent executive order regarding vaccine protocols, labeling the move as a "stupid thing to do" during an interview on ABC News. This latest friction within the Republican party highlights growing internal tension between the administration and certain GOP lawmakers following Trump's directive aimed at addressing vaccine concerns and mandates. This development follows weeks of intense political combat over healthcare policy, with the administration seeking to overhaul federal health guidance while facing pushback from both establishment Republicans and leftist media outlets who claim the orders undermine public health stability.Open
Image: Trump’s race to launch nuclear microreactors changes everything Related: Just as Hot in 1911 About the video below and their PlayStation 64 modelling If man really did control the weather by farting or driving [...]
AI:The Trump administration is actively working to transform the nation's energy landscape by launching nuclear microreactors, a move that aims to provide stable power and counter the ongoing instability caused by extreme weather patterns. As previous warnings of societal collapse continue to circulate alongside erratic climate events like wildfires and flooding, this push for advanced nuclear technology seeks to secure American infrastructure against the vulnerabilities inherent in unreliable green energy sources.Open
AI:Mary Peltola is attempting to distance herself from Kamala Harris after her campaign denied any knowledge of a fundraising email sent by the former Vice President, but new reports indicate that Peltola's own team actually requested the communication. This revelation undermines Peltola's attempt to offer an Arctic-cold shoulder to the Harris endorsement following the recent primary, suggesting a coordinated effort to play both sides while maintaining political cover from the radical elements of the Democratic Party.Open
Sebastian Gorka, shown in 2015, has described a theory of terrorism that he calls the “global jihadist movement,” which he says takes its marching orders from the Quran and from manifestos by militants and terrorist [...]
AI:A White House counterterrorism official has announced that U.S. forces have successfully neutralized 1,666 jihadists from the battlefield, marking a significant strike against the global jihadist movement's operational capacity. This development follows ongoing tensions regarding the red-green axis and recent threats of conflict from Iran, as military efforts intensify to dismantle militant networks fueled by extremist manifestos and religious radicalism.Open
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AI:Joe Scarborough criticized Democrats who have expressed support for Piker during a recent segment of the program Rising. The broadcast featured analysis surrounding political figures and ongoing tensions within the Democratic Party as the media landscape continues to react to shifting power dynamics in Washington.Open
On Katie Pavlich Tonight, Katie speaks with criminal defense attorneys Ken Belkin and Joseph Tully after Luigi Mangione admits, “I shot Mr. Thompson and he died,” as prosecutors build their case against him for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. What does this mean for the case? Next, President Trump asks the Supreme Court to let him finish construction of the White House ballroom as the project reaches 65% completion. Plus, the Kennedy Center moves ahead with a two-year closure for renovations. Katie speaks with former Trump attorney Jim Trusty and Democratic strategist Emily Suttle Braun about the legal battles ahead. Then, a suspect accused of vandalizing the WWII Memorial is in custody and facing felony charges.…
AI:The Trump administration has petitioned the Supreme Court to allow the continued construction of a White House ballroom, which currently stands at 65% completion. The legal move seeks to resolve ongoing disputes regarding the project as the administration pushes to finish the facility. Additionally, Luigi Mangione has confessed in court to the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, and the Democratic Socialists of America have been noted celebrating Fidel Castro's centennial while targeting political opponents.Open
That’s got Chicago on the wrong end of a 7-to-1 ratio
AI:New data highlights a staggering disparity in violent crime rates based on Second Amendment protections, revealing that Chicago—located in a state with heavy anti-gun restrictions—suffers from a murder rate seven times higher than cities in states that respect constitutional gun rights. This massive 7-to-1 ratio underscores the ongoing failure of restrictive firearm legislation to ensure public safety, as high-crime urban centers continue to struggle under the weight of leftist policies while more law-abiding jurisdictions see significantly better outcomes for their citizens.Open
Adm. Mullen says morale has improved since the crew learned it's going home.
AI:Senator Ruben Gallego criticized the Trump administration for what he described as a "true lack of leadership" regarding the dire conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln. While families and political figures have blasted the administration for abandoning sailors during their deployment, Admiral Mullen indicated that crew morale has finally begun to improve following news that the vessel is scheduled to return home.Open
Reported by: Cherry Meigh TimbolNews Content Editor Published August 16, 2026 KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine launched one of its largest aerial assaults against Russia since the beginning of the full-scale war Sunday, sending hundreds of [...]
AI:Ukraine launched one of its largest aerial drone barrages against Russian territory since the start of the full-scale war, deploying hundreds of drones in a massive escalation. This surge in long-range strikes comes at a time when increasing pressure from the United States is complicating Kyiv's ability to maintain such offensive campaigns. The move follows months of intensifying conflict involving energy infrastructure targets and strategic industrial sites, as the war continues to evolve amidst shifting international political dynamics and pressure on battlefield tactics.Open
