Age of first-time mothers hits record high in blue states as birth rates keep falling
The average age of first-time mothers in the U.S. rose from 21 in 1972 to 27.5 in 2024, with stark differences between red and blue states, CDC data shows.
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Chinese Firms Plot Secret Arms Sales to Iran, U.S. Officials Say
The effort involves plans to send weapons through other countries in an effort to hide the origins of the shipments.
Billionaire Dem donor who turned on party after allegations against Swalwell is arrested
Timeshare magnate Stephen Cloobeck arrested in Los Angeles on a felony charge. A spokesperson says the charges are false and denies any wrongdoing.
Who is James Erdman III? CIA whistleblower who went from COVID mandate fights to Senate spotlight
CIA whistleblower James Erdman III alleges a federal cover-up of COVID-19 origins in Senate testimony, calling for sweeping life sciences oversight.
Conservatives torch ‘climate refugee’ couple after Texas escape ends in ‘literal crap show’
A couple calling themselves climate refugees left Texas for Maine only to find human feces on their porch, drawing sharp criticism from conservatives.
Senate takes major first step to prevent future shutdowns with painful accountability play
Senate advances Kennedy's resolution to withhold lawmaker pay during shutdowns, adding consequences as government closures become more frequent.
Dems under fire for ‘malign Chinese influence’ as shocking spy mayor donations uncovered: ‘How many more?’
California Mayor Eileen Wang agreed to plead guilty to acting as a Chinese agent, and FEC filings show donations allegedly tied to her went to Democrats.
Senate Democrats finally crack GOP unity on Trump’s Iran war as Murkowski flips
Senate Republicans fractured on Iran war powers as Rand Paul and GOP colleagues voted to end Trump's Operation Epic Fury military campaign.
Dem ripped for ‘disgusting’ absence on bill to punish violent criminals after girl strangled in grisly killing
Democrat James Talarico faces criticism for being absent during voting on "Jocelyn's Law," a Texas bill to deny bail to illegal immigrants charged with violent felonies.
Twin Cities’ wage hikes roasted after report exposes job-crushing fallout in Tim Walz’s backyard
A Minneapolis Fed study links the $15 minimum wage in the Twin Cities to reduced employment and hours, complicating national pushes for higher wages.