President Donald Trump projected confidence after what he described as a "really great meeting" with Senate Republicans, signaling that despite spirited internal debate, the Republican Party remains focused on advancing an America First legislative agenda. The closed-door meeting came after reports of sharp disagreements among some Republican senators over legislative priorities, including foreign policy and election reforms. Shortly afterward, President Trump postponed the s

President says America’s 250th anniversary should inspire renewed ambition, stronger patriotism, and confidence in Western civilization President Donald Trump officially launched the Great American State Fair and the Freedom 250 celebration this week with a speech centered on American exceptionalism, national pride, and the future of the United States as the nation approaches its historic 250th anniversary. Speaking before supporters at the opening celebration on the National

Once again, the Nationals’ relief pitchers couldn’t hold a late inning lead, giving up two runs in the top of the 9th leading to a 5-4 victory by the visiting Philadelphia Phillies. The Nationals got off to a fast start with solo homeruns in the first two innings. Luis Garcia hit his 13th homer in the bottom of the first, and Jorbit Vivas contributed his 3rd in the bottom of the second. 2-0 Washington. The Phillies struck back in the top of the 4th with 3 runs off of Bryson

By Scott Shields -- From Assessment Written for Ronald Reagan Brought Current – Contributing Writer for Capitol Times Media Analyzing the convergence of Political, Economic, and Spiritual sectors as a driver of systemic corruption and the erosion of republican liberty. This article explores a specific political theory regarding the structural integrity of societies: that the health of any nation depends on the strict separation of three distinct pillars— Political Power, Econ

President Donald Trump is preparing to lead what supporters are calling one of the largest patriotic gatherings in modern American history as the "Rally to America" arrives on the National Mall Wednesday evening. The event serves as the official kickoff to the Great American State Fair, a centerpiece of the nationwide Freedom 250 celebration honoring America's 250th birthday. Organizers say the fair will feature exhibits from all fifty states, family attractions, American his

Vice President JD Vance is emerging as the clear frontrunner in the race to inherit President Trump's political movement, according to a new Pollsmax Republican primary average that places Vance at 39.3% support, a commanding 20.3-point lead over his nearest competitor. The polling average shows: JD Vance — 39.3% Marco Rubio — 19.0% Donald Trump Jr. — 15.2% Ron DeSantis — 8.1% Robert F. Kennedy Jr. — 4.2% The numbers suggest that Republican voters increasingly view Vance as t

Atheist Marxism: The Religious Dogma Gone Extreme Content From A Founder of Technology Company Who Requests To Maintain His Privacy: By Scott Shields - Stephanie Li - Contributing Writers Capitol Times Media 06/18/2026 In 1854, Scottish philosopher James Frederick Ferrier coined the term epistemology with a specific purpose: to separate the "theory of knowing" from the "theory of being." He wanted to build a firewall—a strict filter—to ensure that what we claim to know wasn't

Compiled By Scott Shields – Contributing Writer for Capitol Times Media - From Conversations and Material Presented By California Congressional Candidate Mike Cargile 06/18/2026 Introduction: The Intersection of Constitutional Theory and Contemporary Crisis A profound constitutional debate has emerged regarding the scope of federal authority over state election administration. This discussion sits at the intersection of established legal doctrine—specifically the interplay be

As America battles an unprecedented border crisis, a New York congressional candidate backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani is drawing national attention for a position many voters may find difficult to comprehend: the belief that "all deportations are wrong" — even for illegal immigrants convicted of violent crimes. Darializa Avila Chevalier, a Democratic Socialist challenging Rep. Adriano Espaillat in New York's 13th Congressional District, reaffirmed during a podcast interview th

For decades, America's political establishment has struggled to speak honestly about the threat posed by radical Islamist extremism. Too often, leaders have feared controversy more than they feared the consequences of silence. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's warning cuts through that political correctness. The danger is not ordinary Muslims living peacefully in America or around the world. The danger comes from radical Islamist movements that openly embrace terrorism, politi

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Vice President JD Vance has once again stepped into the center of America's cultural battlefield, delivering a powerful defense of traditional Christianity while challenging what he described as the growing influence of a "progressive atheistic culture" in American life. Speaking about faith and the state of modern society, Vance argued that many progressives ridicule Christians for holding beliefs that have been central to Western civilization for nearly t

President Donald Trump concluded meetings with world leaders at the Group of Seven (G7) summit on Wednesday while defending what could become one of the most consequential foreign policy agreements of his presidency: a tentative understanding with Iran aimed at permanently preventing the Islamic Republic from obtaining a nuclear weapon. Standing before allied leaders, Trump framed the agreement as a victory for peace through strength. After months of military pressure, econom

Vice President JD Vance took his message directly into hostile territory Tuesday, appearing on ABC's The View and forcefully defending President Donald Trump against renewed attacks surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein files. During a heated exchange with co-host Sunny Hostin, Vance was confronted about reports claiming he was a leading voice inside the Trump administration pushing for the release of Epstein-related records. Rather than retreat, Vance embraced the transparency arg

ÉVIAN-LES-BAINS, FRANCE — President Donald Trump delivered one of the most consequential foreign policy messages of his second term Tuesday at the G7 Summit, declaring that he expects additional Arab nations to join the Abraham Accords in what could become a historic expansion of the landmark peace framework he created in 2020. Speaking during a bilateral meeting with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Trump praised the United Arab Emirates for its leadership i

Oklahoma voters headed to the polls Tuesday in one of the most important Republican primary elections of the 2026 midterm cycle, setting the stage for a political showdown that could further solidify President Donald Trump's influence across conservative America. With open races for both the United States Senate and the governor's mansion, the deeply Republican state has become a major battleground for the future direction of the GOP. Political observers across the country ar

Georgia Republicans head to the polls today in what may be the most important GOP primary runoff of the 2026 election cycle, as voters decide whether the future of the Republican Party belongs firmly to the America First movement championed by President Donald Trump or to the remnants of the old Republican establishment. At the center of both major statewide contests stands President Donald Trump, whose endorsements have transformed the races into a referendum on the strength

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Voters across the nation’s capital headed to the polls Tuesday in what could become one of the most consequential local elections in decades. For the first time in a generation, Washington residents are simultaneously choosing party nominees for both mayor and the city’s congressional delegate seat, ushering in a new political era as President Donald Trump’s administration continues to reshape the federal city. The election comes after Mayor Muriel Bowser a

EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France — President Donald J. Trump arrived at the 2026 Group of Seven Summit on Monday not as a politician on the defensive, but as a leader carrying what may become one of the most significant diplomatic victories of his presidency. Standing alongside French President Emmanuel Macron at the opening of the G7 gathering in Evian-les-Bains, Trump celebrated a newly announced agreement aimed at ending the 15-week conflict between the United States and Iran. Whil

Interview with the Professor of Transformational Studies outside Hoover at Stanford September 2000. By Scott Shields - Contributing Writer - Capitol Times For over a century, millions have claimed to fight for Karl Marx's vision while advancing doctrines he explicitly rejected. They invoke his name, quote his texts, and defend his legacy—yet when the core terms of their ideology are examined, a disturbing truth emerges, Marx himself never used the phrase "Dialectical Material

A growing federal investigation into alleged election fraud in California is drawing national attention after First Assistant U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli revealed that prosecutors expect some cases to result in criminal charges. Speaking to The Epoch Times, Essayli confirmed that multiple investigations are currently underway and indicated that federal authorities are actively reviewing evidence related to potential election law violations. “And I do expect those will result i