Trump presents Kennedy Center medals in the Oval Office

Indiana Republicans have defied former President Trump's push for a congressional redistricting plan that aimed to create two additional GOP-leaning House seats, resulting in a significant setback for Trump and Indiana Governor Mike Braun. The Indiana Senate voted against the proposal, reflecting a growing rift within the party as the 2026 midterms approach.

President Trump indicated a willingness to collaborate with Democrats on health care during a speech at the White House Congressional Ball, acknowledging the presence of Democratic lawmakers and the growing concerns over rising insurance premiums.

The latest poll from The Associated Press and the National Opinion Research Center indicates that President Trump's job performance ratings are declining, particularly in light of the ongoing ObamaCare debate and the potential government shutdown. Voter dissatisfaction is evident, with many expressing concerns over economic issues and healthcare policies.

More than 20 members of Congress are demanding accountability from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and homeland security officials after it was revealed that the VA is compiling a report on non-US citizens affiliated with the agency, which will be shared with immigration authorities. This raises concerns about potential intimidation tactics against non-citizens.

Nearly a year into his second term, President Trump is grappling with increasing skepticism from voters as they continue to face rising cost-of-living pressures, despite his assertions of economic strength. His messaging appears ineffective as many Americans express dissatisfaction with the current economic conditions.

The Indiana Senate voted against a congressional redistricting plan backed by former President Trump, which aimed to create two additional Republican-leaning House seats. This decision was made with a significant majority, reflecting a vote of 31 to 19 against the proposal.

President Trump announced a pardon for Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk convicted of tampering with voting equipment to support false claims of voter fraud. This pardon, however, raises questions about the extent of presidential powers, as Trump cannot pardon state crimes. Peters is currently serving a nine-year sentence for her actions during the 2020 election.

The Trump administration has imposed new sanctions on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's family, specifically targeting three of his nephews, known as the 'narco-nephews,' amid ongoing tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela. This follows the U.S. military's recent seizure of an oil tanker off the Venezuelan coast, which has been described by Maduro's government as an 'act of piracy.'