Martha McHardy

3 days ago | newsweek.com | Martha McHardy

President Donald Trump expressed confidence in a Republican resurgence in New Jersey during a recent rally, claiming that the deep-blue state is ripe for political change. "New Jersey is ready to pop out of that blue horror show and really get in there and vote for somebody that's going to make things happen," the president said during a telephone rally for Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli on Monday. The Republicans have not won a gubernatorial election in New Jersey since 2013.

6 days ago | newsweek.com | Martha McHardy

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has elevated the risk level of a recent cookie recall to Class I—the highest and most serious category—amid concerns over undeclared allergens. New Grains Gluten Free Bakery announced a product recall that was publicized by the FDA earlier in May. The company found that some of its baked goods, including four types of cookie, may contain eggs, soy, or milk, despite consumers not being advised of this.

6 days ago | newsweek.com | Martha McHardy

A viral video claiming to show attendees leaving early at a President Donald Trump rally in Pennsylvania on Friday has sparked debate online. Why It MattersOn multiple occasions in the past, people have posted videos to X, formerly Twitter, claiming to show people leaving Trump rallies early. But the latest video has come under scrutiny, even from the president's critics.

6 days ago | newsweek.com | Martha McHardy

Millions of residents in Texas, Minnesota, and Michigan are under air quality alerts this weekend as authorities warn of unhealthy levels of ozone and fine particle pollution. Why It MattersThe alerts come as wildfires are burning across Canada, creating harmful conditions and affecting air quality. Smoke and airborne pollutants can be especially hazardous for individuals with respiratory conditions.

6 days ago | newsweek.com | Martha McHardy

President Donald Trump's approval rating has fallen to a new low, according to the nation's most accurate pollster. The latest AtlasIntel survey, conducted between May 21-27 among 3,469 adults, shows that Trump's approval rating has fallen to 45 percent, while 54 percent disapprove. That is the lowest rating of his second term so far. In previous AtlasIntel polls, his approval ranged between 46 and 50 percent, while his disapproval ranged between 49 and 52 percent.