• A ‘Horrible Message’: Trump’s Pardon of a Narco-President Baffles Washington

    Blue Press Journal (DC) – In a move that has left even his staunchest political allies perplexed, Donald Trump has issued a presidential pardon for Juan Orlando Hernández, the former two-term president of Honduras. This isn’t a pardon for a minor offense or a miscarriage of justice; Hernández was serving a 45-year sentence after being…

  • Is Trump Fit for Leadership? A Health Examination

    Blue Press Journal – In the 2024 presidentail election candidate Trump frequently characterized, President Joe Biden, as experiencing decline, a shift in this narrative is now evident. Following a recent New York Times article published on November 25th, which delved into questions surrounding President Trump’s current health and stamina, the conversation has intensified. The article,…

  • Discharge Petitions: A New Challenge for House Speaker Mike Johnson

    House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is facing a potential challenge to his leadership as Republican dissenters aim to use a rare procedural mechanism, known as a discharge petition, to force legislation onto the House floor. The move could create a political firestorm in the coming weeks, as Johnson seeks to unify a divided caucus ahead…

  • Democrats in New York Reap Rewards of Widespread Electoral Gains

    Blue Press Journal (NY) – The 2025 midterm elections are in the books, and Democrats are emerging with a renewed sense of optimism. In New York, the party’s electoral gains were nothing short of remarkable, with Democrats posting significant wins across suburbs, rural counties, and small towns. The results are a wake-up call for Republicans,…

  • CDC Warns of Severe Flu Season: Understanding H3N2 Risks

    What to know about the new K variant of influenza A The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed the emergence of a new influenza A strain, specifically the K subclade of the H3N2 subtype, which currently accounts for most H3N2 infections. Historically, H3N2 has been associated with higher rates of hospitalizations…

  • Trump’s Approval Rating Takes a Hit as Voters Assess His Policies

    60 percent of Americans disapprove of the job Trump’s doing Blue Press Journal – A new Gallup poll released on Friday has revealed a dismal picture for President Donald Trump, with his approval rating sinking to 36 percent, just one point higher than its lowest point since taking office. The poll, which comes as Trump…

  • Why Targeting Mark Kelly Over Just saying the Oath That Every Military Member Takes … Is Anti-American

    Blue Press Journal – In recent remarks, President Donald Trump, a draft doger, criticized Senator Mark Kelly, a retired U.S. Navy combat pilot and NASA astronaut, for stating in a video that military personnel are trained not to follow illegal orders. While public figures are subject to scrutiny, misrepresenting a fundamental principle of military ethics…

  • The Payoff: Trump Turns Campaign Committees Into Personal Profit Centers, Funneling Donor Cash to His Hotels

    Blue Press Journal – November 29, 2025 OPINION & ANALYSIS Donald J. Trump has leveraged his brand, his political apparatus, and even the vestiges of his former office to amass unprecedented personal wealth. But even as the public eye focuses on multi-million dollar deals involving crypto tokens and foreign entities, a deeper and perhaps more…

  • Trump’s Retribution: A Threat to US Democracy

    BLUE PRESS JOURNAL – The Trump administration’s tenure has been marked by a relentless pursuit of retribution against perceived political opponents, a campaign promise that has become a defining characteristic of his governance. A thorough Reuters analysis has revealed that at least 470 individuals, organizations, and institutions have been targeted, averaging over one target per…

  • Tennessee 7th District Election: A Shift in GOP Fortunes

    BLUE PRESS JOURNAL – The special election in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District, initially considered a safe Republican seat after Donald Trump won it by over 22% in 2024, has unexpectedly become intensely competitive. Both Republicans and Democrats are heavily investing funds, with Republicans fearing that Trump’s current unpopularity and the off-year timing could lead to…