Bananas, Bonuses, and Battles: Today's Top Political Flashpoints

GOP blocks Schumer's bid to halt funding for Trump's Qatar jet retrofit Air Force One retrofit funding draws Senate GOP resistance over Trump's $1B jet upgrade See why Democrats warn of costs and security risks as the Qatargifted Boeing 747 moves ahead Alabama Democrats back amendment barring men from women’s sports Alabama Democrats back sports amendment as GOP targets transgender athletes See why Shomari Figures and Terri Sewell crossed party lines in a key defense vote Hawley to introduce bill blocking USPS executive bonuses USPS bonuses could end under Hawley’s plan if ontime delivery slips below 95% See how the No Bonuses for Bad Service Act could tie pay to postal performance Troy Jackson faces hypocrisy claims over uncontested Senate bid Troy Jackson Senate bid faces criticism over democracy comments and party process See why Maine Democrats say the nomination could sidestep voters before November Rubio says Iran flew IRGC personnel into Yemen as Houthi tensions rise Iran sends IRGC personnel to Yemen, fueling Houthi tensions and Red Sea threats See why Rubio’s claim could intensify Middle East tensions and shipping risks Italian authorities seize $290 million cocaine shipment hidden in bananas Cocaine seizure at Italy's Vado Ligure port exposed 1,700 pounds hidden Among bananas in a ship container, a major bust worth $290M. See the details.