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White House AI Litigation Task Force pressures states to repeal AI laws, with Colorado's first-in-nation anti-discrimination statute repealed May 2026 after federal DOJ lawsuit, exemplifying administration's interstate commerce preemption strategy.
Trump arrives in Ankara signaling willingness to sell F-35s to Turkey, facing bipartisan and Israeli opposition over security risks.
China conducted a rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test in the Pacific on July 6, 2026, sparking criticism from New Zealand and Australia over destabilization and treaty concerns.
NATO announced the joint procurement of up to 10 Saab GlobalEye surveillance aircraft to replace aging E-3 Sentry planes, replacing a planned Boeing purchase.
Paul Pelosi, Nancy Pelosi's husband, faces hit-and-run charges after a Friday incident in California wine country.
Democratic leadership abandons Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner after sexual assault allegation, raising questions about the party's Senate takeover strategy.
Democratic socialist Melat Kiros, backed by Bernie Sanders, defeated 15-term Rep. Diana DeGette by nearly 10 points in Colorado's primary on June 30, 2026.
The Trump administration plans to open a 528-bed holding facility for migrant families and unaccompanied children next to an airport hub, positioning itself to speed up deportations.
Massive funeral procession for slain Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei draws millions in Tehran amid calls for revenge and geopolitical messaging.
An underground church pastor was released from prison in China and arrived in the United States, less than two months after President Donald Trump publicly raised his case with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Trump and Putin held a nearly 90-minute phone call on July 4 in which Trump offered to help end the Ukraine war ahead of a NATO summit, with Russia calling it "businesslike and highly constructive."
Trump has shifted his focus from burden-sharing to what he calls allies' "loyalty" ahead of the NATO summit, complicating negotiations as European allies grapple with the new demand.
Trump officially launched Trump Accounts for children on July 4, 2026, promoting the program as a wealth-building initiative for all American children with a $1,000 federal seed contribution.
RFK Jr.'s vaccine skepticism is undermining vaccine development as manufacturers reconsider U.S. market investment, FDA staff resign, and federal funding for mRNA research was slashed.
Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow suspended her campaign for the U.S. Senate on Sunday, abruptly reshaping the party primary just a month before the election and leaving a two-person contest between moderate Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed.
NPR reports rural Illinois counties are organizing a modern secession movement timed to the 250th anniversary, drawing parallels to the Declaration of Independence.
Paul Pelosi, husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was involved in a hit-and-run in California that left a parked car with major damage and he could face misdemeanor charges.
Louisiana AG Liz Murrill indicted on 16 counts for threatening local officials over contested court clerk position; state Supreme Court quickly halted case citing procedural flaws.
Army training cuts deepen as $4-6 billion shortfall, driven by Iran war costs and expanded operations, cascades across elite schools and medical courses.
Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff, called for unity and recommitment to founding ideals on America's 250th anniversary while emphasizing immigrants' role in the nation.
Trump's 250th anniversary celebration culminates Saturday with a record-breaking fireworks show on the National Mall amid scorching temperatures, with Trump vowing to make a lengthy speech at 107 degrees to show "I can do anything."
Iran officially began several days of public funeral ceremonies for slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday, with millions of people expected to attend across multiple locations in Iran and Iraq until July 9.
US-Iran peace talks pause during Khamenei's funeral (July 4-9) after claiming 'positive progress' on Strait of Hormuz and frozen assets, but nuclear denuclearization remains largely untouched.
More than 145,000 U.S. citizen children have been separated from at least one parent due to detention over immigration status in Trump's second administration.
Trump imposed 100% tariffs on imported patented pharmaceuticals on April 2, 2026, to pressure drugmakers toward MFN pricing and domestic production commitments.
Israel's security cabinet approved 13 new West Bank settlements in Binyamin, sparking fierce Palestinian condemnation and international criticism over territorial fragmentation and two-state viability.
Trump administration pursues AI deregulation through executive orders challenging state laws and removing Biden-era safeguards, while selectively directing companies to delay model releases.
Pope Leo XIV accepted the Liberty Medal on Friday during a ceremony at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia while calling on America to recommit itself to its founding principles of unity and peace.
Louisiana Supreme Court paused Murrill's indictment for alleged threats to New Orleans officials over court clerk consolidation.
Iran and Oman have presented the U.S. with a proposal to administer the Strait of Hormuz that includes the joint collection of administrative fees by the two Middle East nations.
Trump administration planning to increase worksite immigration enforcement operations to boost arrest numbers, according to five sources familiar with discussions.
29-year-old Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeated 15-term U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado's Denver-based 1st Congressional District primary, marking a stunning upset for a first-time candidate.
McConnell remains hospitalized three weeks after June 14 incident; EMS audio reveals cardiac arrest but office withholds details.
House Democrats released a 55-page report accusing Trump-backed Freedom 250 of misleading donors and diverting federal funds from the bipartisan America250 commission for the 250th anniversary celebration.
China's Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law came into effect on July 1, 2026, sparking international condemnation over forced assimilation and extraterritorial reach.
Democratic socialist Melat Kiros defeated 15-term US Representative Diana DeGette in Colorado's Democratic primary, marking another progressive upset in the 2026 cycle.
FBI Director Kash Patel surges 260 analysts to Georgia 2020 election investigation, marking unprecedented resource mobilization to investigate claims Trump lost the state.
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorsed progressive Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan's contested Democratic primary, a move that deepens party divisions.
McConnell remains hospitalized nearly three weeks without disclosed reason, prompting urgent calls for transparency from Democrats and concerns about his capacity to serve.
House Democrats released a 55-page report Thursday accusing Freedom 250 of aiding President Trump in turning America's 250th birthday into a "hotbed of corruption and self-enrichment" through tactics that potentially amount to criminal fraud.
Tucker Carlson announced he plans to help build a third party after leaving the Republican Party over disagreement with the war with Iran.
Supreme Court ruled 6-3 against Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship, dealing a major blow to his immigration policy efforts.
Two bipartisan bills announced July 1, 2026 would require AI-generated content to carry built-in labels in metadata and visible disclosures.
President Trump reported more than $1.4 billion in cryptocurrency-related income in his 2025 financial disclosure, with digital assets emerging as his largest source of earnings.
Disease threats including hantavirus on a cruise ship and an Ebola outbreak in Congo have emerged as Trump administration health agency cuts face criticism from Democrats and health officials.
Democratic socialist Melat Kiros, 29, defeated 30-year Democratic Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado's 1st District primary Tuesday, signaling a generational and ideological shift within Democratic primary voters.
The Supreme Court agreed to review an Arizona-based case during its October 2026 term that could narrow protections against mass voter roll purges within 90 days of federal elections.
John Hickenlooper defeated a progressive challenger in Tuesday's Democratic primary for Senate in Colorado, easing his path to a second term.
Supreme Court ruled that party committees can coordinate directly with campaigns upends how political parties can financially support their candidates, giving Republicans a significant financial advantage over Democrats.
Supreme Court strikes down federal limits on coordinated campaign spending between parties and candidates, citing First Amendment violation in 6-3 ruling.
Supreme Court rejected Trump's attempt to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook, while giving him broader powers over other independent agencies.
Supreme Court overturns 91-year-old precedent, ruling 6-3 that Trump can fire FTC Commissioner Rebecca Slaughter without cause, dramatically expanding presidential power over independent agencies.
Supreme Court upholds limits on removing Fed governors 5-4, rejecting Trump's unprecedented attempt to fire Lisa Cook.
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that the Trump administration can strip Temporary Protected Status from approximately 350,000 Haitians and 6,000 Syrians, finding that courts lack authority to review TPS termination decisions.
Three democratic socialist candidates backed by NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani swept New York congressional primaries, ousting two Democratic incumbents and signaling the left's growing power within the party.
Trump criticized NATO members and Italian PM Meloni for not supporting efforts against Iran's nuclear threat, prompting Meloni's sharp rebuttal that she defends Italy's national interests.
The US and Iran electronically signed a memorandum of understanding on June 18 to extend their ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but Iran says it will charge fees for services there, directly contradicting Secretary of State Marco Rubio's position that Iran is alone in pushing for tolls and that the straits need to be open without them.
Trump and Iranian President Pezeshkian sign memorandum of understanding to end war and reopen Strait of Hormuz.
Average Marketplace deductible grew by 37% or over $1,000, from $2,759 in 2025 to $3,786 in 2026 as enhanced premium tax credits expired.
The Obama Presidential Center officially opens to the public in Chicago's Jackson Park on June 19, 2026, after more than a decade in the making.
Hegseth announced a six-month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe whose outcome will depend on how fast the Europeans take responsibility for their own security.
Colorado Governor Polis signed SB 189 on May 14, 2026, which revises Colorado's original artificial intelligence law and delays the effective date from June 30, 2026, to January 1, 2027, while significantly scaling back its original requirements.
Obama Foundation CEO Valerie Jarrett said Trump was not invited to the dedication ceremony, reflecting the event's focus on welcoming supporters of Obama and the work that brought the center to life.
Trump's overall approval rating hit record lows in June 2026, with just 36% approval and 33% on the economy—both the lowest of his second term—amid persistent inflation and economic anxiety.
All detainees evacuated from Florida's controversial Alligator Alcatraz detention center ahead of hurricane season, marking a significant departure for the Trump-backed facility.
Supreme Court unanimously ruled that the federal government cannot automatically disarm people for casual marijuana use, finding prosecution for firearm possession inconsistent with the Second Amendment.
Under Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s leadership, the Department of Health and Human Services has been pursuing vaccine studies while simultaneously dismantling mRNA vaccine development funding and restructuring the CDC's vaccine advisory panel, creating significant challenges for vaccine development.
President Trump on Wednesday said he would "rather not have" the North American trade agreement that was negotiated during his first term.
Georgia Republican legislative leaders rejected Gov. Brian Kemp's call to redraw maps for the 2028 elections during a special session on Wednesday, saying they lacked adequate time.
Australian right-wing leader Pauline Hanson declared immigration policies have put the country in crisis and Australia cannot be a multicultural society while enjoying a surge in support for her One Nation party.
NATO began Gallant Boar 2026 exercises June 16-26 near Suwalki Gap between Russia and Belarus, raising tensions as Moscow expands military presence nearby.
Trump urged Israel to stop hitting Lebanon hard while negotiating with Iran, but Netanyahu defied him.
Pauline Hanson says multiculturalism has failed as right-wing One Nation leader surges in polls claiming immigration puts Australia in crisis.
Israel continues bombing Lebanon despite Trump's repeated calls for restraint, straining the U.S.-Iran peace deal negotiations.
Official signing ceremony for U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement scheduled for June 19 at Bürgenstock resort near Lucerne in Switzerland.
Xi's anti-corruption campaign has increasingly become an effort to enforce political loyalty and ideological discipline, with nearly one million people punished in 2025 for behavior deemed incompatible with Communist Party values.
Philippine Senate majority agrees to elect lawyer-senator Escudero as impeachment trial presiding officer despite past criticism for delays.
Haitian TPS lawyers filed motion to dismiss Supreme Court case citing new DHS documents allegedly showing preordained termination decision.
Former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell hospitalized Sunday with no disclosed diagnosis, sparking transparency concerns amid pattern of undisclosed health episodes.
U.S. allies at the G7 summit worked Tuesday to push Ukraine back atop President Donald Trump's agenda after more than four years of fighting sparked by Russia's full-scale invasion.
U.S. and Iran prepare to formally sign their interim peace deal in Switzerland on Friday, with both sides claiming victory.
Netanyahu pledges Israel will remain in Lebanese, Syrian, and Gazan security zones indefinitely, defying the U.S.-Iran ceasefire deal's apparent requirement for Israeli withdrawal.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday that he and his wife are under federal investigation and accused President Donald Trump of weaponizing the Justice Department against his family because he is considering running for president.
Vice President JD Vance's new book on Catholic conversion and returning to faith was released on Tuesday, 10 years after his memoir, Hillbilly Elegy, launched him from author to political figure.
The SBA announced March 9 it limits eligibility for SBA-backed lending programs to businesses fully owned by U.S. citizens or U.S. nationals, reversing an earlier policy that allowed lawful permanent residents to apply for federal small-business loans.
Jordan Bardella, leader of France's far-right National Rally, sought in a 45-minute exclusive interview with Politico to put distance between himself and the U.S. president he once openly admired.
Trump orders end to U.S. naval blockade of Iran as both sides announce initial agreement to reopen Strait of Hormuz.
Georgia faces a critical July 1, 2026 deadline to ban QR codes from ballot tabulation, but lawmakers adjourned without funding or implementing a replacement system.
Former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, 84, was admitted to a hospital on Sunday with unknown condition.
Senate Judiciary Committee's efforts to renew Section 702 surveillance authority collapsed when Senate Democrats blocked extension votes on June 11 after House rejected renewal on June 12, allowing the program to lapse for the first time since 2008.
The Trump administration has appealed a Massachusetts federal judge's ruling that blocked Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent overhaul of the nation's childhood vaccine schedule.
First professional sporting event at White House takes place June 14 on South Lawn; federal judge denied emergency injunction by Public Integrity Project.
Federal Judge Brian Murphy blocked RFK Jr.'s vaccine policy overhaul, ruling it violated federal law by circumventing established procedures for vaccination decisions.
Trump's name was removed from the Kennedy Center building and grounds following a federal judge's court order.
Federal Judge Amit Mehta rejected a legal challenge to block the White House UFC event, ruling plaintiffs lacked standing to sue.
Trump announces James McDonald, a lawyer on his criminal defense team, as nominee for SDNY U.S. Attorney, raising conflict-of-interest concerns.
ICE investigators obtained individual voter files from two counties in Texas and North Carolina according to emails shared with Axios.
Health Secretary Kennedy's vaccine policy changes have drawn political blowback and legal challenges over charges he is spreading misinformation and debunked theories, including moves limiting COVID vaccine eligibility and narrowing the childhood immunization schedule.
California's 14th congressional district special election set for June 16, 2026, to fill Eric Swalwell's seat after he resigned in April amid sexual misconduct allegations.
Federal Judge Amit Mehta rejected a request to block the White House from hosting UFC fights on the South Lawn, ruling plaintiffs lack legal standing to challenge the event.
FBI agents raided the Cleveland offices of the Ohio Organizing Collaborative on Thursday as part of a Justice Department investigation into its voter registration efforts.
Hunter Biden's recent interviews acknowledge his father prioritized family over legacy with the pardon, reigniting debate over unchecked presidential clemency powers.
On June 12, 2026, Tyler Robinson's defense team argued three motions before Judge Tony Graf in Provo, including seeking to hold prosecutors in contempt over comments a prosecutor made to media about ballistics evidence.
Sen. Ed Markey and Rep. Nydia Velázquez introduced a bill to restore legal permanent residents' eligibility for SBA loans after Kelly Loeffler, head of the SBA, stated SBA loans "are for American citizens, and we're unapologetic about it."
Trump administration bans Census Bureau and Bureau of Economic Analysis from using statistical 'noise' to protect privacy.
Three Indian sailors were confirmed dead after the U.S. military struck the tanker MT Settebello in the Gulf of Oman, with India lodging a strong diplomatic protest and summoning the U.S. envoy.
Pope Leo XIV criticized Spain's immigration policies in a parliamentary speech, then visited the Canary Islands to meet migrants.
Mexico's Chamber of Deputies passed AI-related labor and copyright reforms on April 7, 2026, but critics raise concerns over its technical feasibility and alignment with USMCA 2026 review.
President Trump is trying to downsize the U.S Forest Service and eliminate wildfire and smoke research as the American West is facing a potentially epic summer fire season.
Trump's Kennedy Center board voted Thursday to seek a stay of a judge's May 29 ruling ordering removal of his name from the facade before a Friday deadline.
Trump signed a proclamation June 11 reopening three Pacific marine monuments to commercial fishing, removing restrictions from Papahānaumokuākea, Mariana Trench, and Rose Atoll monuments.
Trump announced a "great settlement" with Iran that could be finalized in coming days, with a signing ceremony potentially in Europe attended by Vice President JD Vance.
Vance Boelter pleaded guilty to murder and stalking charges along with firearms offenses for killing Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, and wounding two others.
Supreme Court blocked Alabama from executing Jeffery Lee using nitrogen hypoxia after lower courts ruled the method violates Eighth Amendment protections against cruel and unusual punishment.
NATO's BALTOPS 2026 naval exercise with 20 ships and 6,000 personnel from 15 nations ran June 4-20 as Russia conducted simultaneous maneuvers, underscoring military tensions in the Baltic.
Trump administration blocked Justice Department 'anti-weaponization fund' lawsuits by arguing the $1.8 billion fund is dead, though courts and critics remain skeptical of its true status.
Vietnam War veterans sue Trump administration to block construction of a 250-foot triumphal arch at Arlington National Cemetery, citing violations of congressional approval laws.
House approves Faster Labor Contracts Act 230-193, forcing employers to negotiate first union contracts within 90 days with federal mediation and arbitration as backstops.
Senate Democrats blocked a motion to begin debate on extending the nation's enhanced surveillance authorities to protest President Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence.
South Carolina Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, who secured a late endorsement from President Donald Trump, and state Attorney General Alan Wilson advanced to a Republican primary runoff, setting up a June 23 contest to test Trump's endorsement power.
Trump-backed Republican Steve Hilton advanced to California's November gubernatorial general election where he will face Democrat Xavier Becerra.
Karen Bass and Nithya Raman advance to November runoff for LA mayor after primary voting
New York legislature passes seven AI bills in June 2026 expanding regulation to chatbots, news transparency, surveillance pricing, and employment—shifting from frontier model safety to regulating AI applications.
House approved bill 230-193 to speed first union contract negotiations through federal mediation and arbitration.
Xi Jinping wrapped up his first visit to North Korea in seven years, establishing deeper understanding for ties, with the visit aimed at reasserting China's role as North Korea's most critical economic and diplomatic partner amid growing Russia-North Korea ties.
US Central Command launched retaliatory strikes against Iran on June 9, 2026, striking Iranian air defense and radar sites near the Strait of Hormuz in response to Iran's downing of a US Army Apache helicopter.
House narrowly passed $70 billion immigration enforcement bill 214-212, sending it to Trump for signature.
Graham Platner, the Maine Democratic Senate frontrunner, faces new allegations from ex-girlfriends describing toxic relationships and physical intimidation in a New York Times report.
U.S. visa restrictions and geopolitical tensions threaten World Cup 2026 accessibility, with Iran's team facing staff denials and millions of international fans deterred by travel bans and security policies.
Pope Leo XIV arrives in Spain for the first papal visit in 15 years to address political polarization and showcase the Catholic Church as an advocate for migrants.
CMS issued an interim final rule on Medicaid work requirements adopting a restrictive definition of medical frailty, differing from states' expectations.
The Knicks lead the Spurs 2-0 as Trump's attendance at Game 3 prompted the cancellation of the outdoor watch party outside Madison Square Garden.
Health insurers committed to covering routine vaccines through 2027 as Trump signed an executive order directing CDC and ACIP to review and potentially update childhood vaccine recommendations.
Deb Haaland defeated Sam Bregman with 72% of the vote, with the margin reflecting early consolidation of Democratic voters behind Haaland's historic candidacy.
The Public Integrity Project filed a lawsuit Saturday on behalf of two Virginia residents to block Trump's June 14 UFC event, contending the Trump administration's authorization was unlawful.
Nithya Raman has taken a narrow lead for second place over Spencer Pratt in the LA mayoral race, reversing a 40,000-vote deficit from election night through late ballot counting.
Deb Haaland won the Democratic primary in New Mexico's gubernatorial race, defeating Sam Bregman with 72% of the vote, positioning her as the likely first Native American woman governor.
The US military said it intercepted seven missiles fired by Iran at Kuwait and Bahrain after Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said it attacked "enemy bases in the region."
Xavier Becerra advanced to the California governor general election in a stunning comeback from single-digit polling.
22 states told a federal court the Trump administration appears to have violated a court order limiting health data shared with ICE for deportation proceedings.
UN doubles Lebanon humanitarian appeal to $639.9 million on June 5 to help 1.4 million people as Hezbollah-Israel conflict enters fourth month with worsening displacement and food insecurity.
Political newcomer Toby Doeden and incumbent Gov. Larry Rhoden will face each other in a July 28 GOP primary runoff.
Senate Republicans blocked Senator Chris Coons' amendment to prohibit payments from Trump's $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund to January 6 rioters who assaulted police, defeating it 54-45.
Senate Republicans failed 48-50 to pass the SAVE America Act, with four GOP senators joining unanimous Democratic opposition.
Senate Republicans passed $70 billion immigration enforcement legislation early Friday after 18-hour vote-a-rama, funding ICE and Border Patrol for three years without banning Trump settlement fund.
Former Social Security executive alleges Trump administration planned to falsely mark 2.7 million living people as dead to force immigrant self-deportation.
Giants QB Jaxson Dart faces escalating backlash after introducing Trump at a rally, with investigations revealing his pattern of liking pro-Trump social media content spanning immigration, voting restrictions, and anti-LGBTQ policies.
The Justice Department moved Friday to join xAI's lawsuit against Colorado over a new AI law to prevent "algorithmic discrimination," marking the first time the DOJ has intervened in a case challenging state regulations on AI.
California's gubernatorial primary remains too close to call with vote counting continuing, leaving voters waiting to know which two candidates will advance to November's general election.
Senate Republicans passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill early Friday, delivering a major win to President Trump.
Israel and Lebanon agreed Wednesday to a full ceasefire contingent on Hezbollah halting attacks and withdrawing its operatives from the area south of the Litani River in Lebanon, according to a joint statement from the U.S., Israel and Lebanon. Hezbollah rejected the terms Thursday after the Shia militia had initially said it would agree to a full ceasefire.
Trump administration vetting Dr. Norman "Ned" Sharpless, a critic of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s vaccine policies, as a candidate for FDA commissioner.
Kim Jong Un toured a uranium enrichment facility, vowing to expand North Korea's nuclear forces exponentially and signaling denuclearization is not negotiable.
Jill Biden discussed her husband's historic 2024 campaign exit in interviews marking the release of her memoir View from the East Wing on June 2, 2026.
The National Capital Planning Commission voted 9-1 to advance Trump's 250-foot arch proposal to the next stage despite widespread opposition.
John Bolton agreed to plead guilty to one felony count of illegal retention of sensitive national security information and pay more than $2 million in fines.
Trump administration plans to appeal a federal judge's ruling that blocked Kennedy's vaccine schedule changes, while continuing legal battles over vaccine policy implementation.
New York's Democratic-led legislature took its first step toward passing a constitutional amendment giving lawmakers more authority on redistricting.
President Trump nominated his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche for permanent Attorney General Wednesday, with Blanche having aggressively pursued Trump's agenda while leading the Justice Department in an acting role.
On Thursday, the Republican-led House passed a sweeping security package providing military aid to Ukraine and Russia sanctions by 226-195, with 18 Republicans crossing party lines.
Republicans could gain about 10 U.S. House seats in November elections if new voting districts perform as intended, cementing a redistricting victory that Republicans have won in a partisan redistricting battle for Congress.
Mills reminds voters she remains on the ballot as Platner faces fresh scrutiny over sexual text messages to other women.
Trump nominates his former personal lawyer Todd Blanche to serve as permanent attorney general, tapping the official who has aggressively pursued the president's agenda while leading the Justice Department in an acting role.
DOJ intervened in a lawsuit challenging Colorado's AI Act on April 24, marking the first major litigation action under the AI Litigation Task Force established by Trump's December 2025 executive order.
Trump nominates Todd Blanche, his former personal lawyer, to serve as permanent attorney general.
Republicans won a partisan redistricting battle for Congress and could gain about 10 House seats in November if new voting districts perform as intended.
MAHA-aligned businessman Zach Lahn defeated Trump-backed Rep. Randy Feenstra in Iowa's Republican gubernatorial primary, setting up a November general election matchup.
Trump administration proposes 10% or more tariffs on dozens of major trading partners following forced labor import probe.
Democratic establishments defeated progressive challengers in key Senate primaries across six states, reshaping midterm dynamics in races Democrats hope to flip.
House passes bipartisan war powers resolution 215-208 to end Trump's war with Iran, the clearest rebuke yet of the conflict.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass advanced to a November runoff Tuesday as she fights to stay in City Hall against challengers from both ends of the political spectrum, failing to secure the 50% threshold needed to avoid a second-round election.
Trump offered his "complete and total endorsement" for right-wing lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella ahead of Colombia's June 21 runoff against leftist Iván Cepeda.
Six states held primary elections on June 2, 2026, with Senate races in Iowa, Montana, New Mexico, and South Dakota shaping battleground contests critical to 2026 control.
On June 1, 2026, CMS issued an interim final rule adopting a restrictive definition of medical frailty for Medicaid work requirements, narrowing protections for sick beneficiaries.
House Ethics Committee investigates Democratic Rep. Jimmy Gomez over sexual misconduct allegations, expanding inquiry from initial New York Post report.
Iran and US trade missiles in major escalation as fragile ceasefire collapses amid diplomatic impasse over Lebanon, nuclear program.
Several Republicans defending Trump's military actions in Iran say the president has broad constitutional authority to conduct overseas operations as GOP pushback over war powers authority intensifies.
Canada formally submitted a proposal on Tuesday to renew the USMCA for 16 years, coinciding with Mexico's support for extension as the July 1 review deadline approaches.
Ukraine launched hundreds of drones at Russian targets early Wednesday, targeting Putin's hometown St. Petersburg with oil terminals and military sites timed to Putin's economic forum opening.
California's primary election for governor is too close to call, with vote counting continuing Wednesday, featuring a tight three-way contest.
San Francisco voters advanced Connie Chan and Scott Wiener to November's general election to succeed Nancy Pelosi.
Zach Lahn defeated Rep. Randy Feenstra in Iowa's Republican primary for governor as party voters rejected President Donald Trump's late endorsement in the race.
Federal regulators are investigating former congressman George Santos for allegedly betting on whether he would appear at the State of the Union address.
President Donald Trump has nominated Ge Bai, a Johns Hopkins professor and expert on health care accounting and finance, to serve as an assistant secretary at HHS.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday night cleared the way for Alabama to use a congressional map in the 2026 elections that lower courts found to be racially discriminatory.
Trump signed an executive order asking tech companies to voluntarily submit AI models for 30-day government review before release, rejecting earlier mandatory vetting proposals after industry pushback.
Trump issued executive order on June 2, 2026 titled "Promoting Advanced Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Security."
President Trump signed an AI executive order on June 2, 2026 asking AI developers to voluntarily submit frontier models for 30-day federal review before public release.
State Secretary Marco Rubio revealed the State Department was taking control of vaccine development and distribution from RFK Jr. as Ebola spreads
Russia killed 22 in a massive June 2 attack on Kyiv using 656 drones and 73 missiles, exploiting Ukraine's air defense shortage linked to Iran war depletion of U.S. Patriot stocks.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche testified to lawmakers Tuesday that the Justice Department has abandoned its plans for an "anti-weaponization fund" to compensate people who say they were wrongly prosecuted, marking a reversal after Republican congressional pressure.
Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson and Democratic state Rep. Josh Turek won their primaries June 2, 2026, and will face off in November for retiring Sen. Joni Ernst's Iowa Senate seat.
Supreme Court allowed Alabama to use a congressional map that eliminates one of two majority-Black districts in a 6-3 decision benefiting Republicans.
Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing a voluntary framework for the federal government to vet national security risks of advanced AI systems for up to a month before their public release, less than two weeks after postponing a similar White House ceremony over concerns about stifling innovation.
Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri told the Trump administration that Hezbollah is ready for a full and immediate ceasefire with Israel and pledged to guarantee its implementation, amid contradictory statements from Netanyahu and Trump.
Far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella led Colombia's first-round presidential election with 43.7% while leftist Iván Cepeda finished second with 40.9%, advancing both to a June 21 runoff.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed the final version of the Responsible AI Safety and Education Act on March 27, 2026, making New York the second state after California to enact enforceable frontier AI regulation.
RFK Jr. halted 22 mRNA vaccine initiatives, drawing criticism from health experts over pandemic preparedness concerns.
Iowa holds competitive primary elections today; Republicans face division over Trump's last-minute Feenstra endorsement as Turning Point USA backs rival Lahn.
California holds a statewide top-two primary election on June 2, 2026, with 61 candidates on the ballot for governor and contentious races for Los Angeles mayor and other statewide offices.
Trump administration restricts green card applicants already in U.S. from applying domestically, forcing most to return home for consular processing.
CMS issued an interim final rule June 1, 2026 adopting a restrictive medical frailty definition for Medicaid work requirements, narrowing exemptions from work mandates beginning January 2027.
Supreme Court declines to hear healthcare workers' challenge to Washington state vaccine mandate, leaving mandate intact and blocking future lawsuits.
On June 1, 2026, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued an interim final rule on Medicaid work requirements that adopts a restrictive definition of medical frailty—differing from states' early expectations.
New Mexico legislative panel issues 14 subpoenas to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's Zorro Ranch, with bipartisan Truth Commission collecting evidence from federal agencies, banks and law enforcement.
Ethiopia held elections with 50+ million registered voters on June 1, amid concerns over opposition suppression, regional exclusions, and democratic credibility.
Powell warned about political pressure on the Fed while accepting a JFK Profile in Courage Award Sunday.
Maine Democratic Senate primary frontrunner Graham Platner is scheduled to meet with Democratic senators in Washington, giving them an opportunity to ask directly about allegations he sent sexually explicit text messages to as many as a dozen women in 2023.
Newark imposed a curfew after clashes between anti-ICE protesters and state police outside Delaney Hall detention facility, following a week of escalating unrest.
The Department of Justice intervened in April 2026 on behalf of xAI in a federal lawsuit challenging Colorado's AI Act, marking the first time the federal government had sought to invalidate a state AI law.
Zelenskyy told CBS News that his government has evidence Russia is abducting Ukrainian children and training them to fight against fellow Ukrainians.
Trump demanded cancellation of Great American State Fair concerts on Saturday, calling performers "overpriced singers" who are "boring" and complain.
Luke Gulbranson, a Bravo reality TV star, is running for Congress as a Democrat in Minnesota's 8th District to challenge Republican Rep. Peter Stauber.
New polling shows 43% of voters dissatisfied with both major parties, signaling deepening rejection of the two-party system ahead of 2026 midterms.
Forty-three percent of voters are dissatisfied with both major political parties, according to a recent New York Times/Siena poll.
California is holding its primary election on June 2, where the Los Angeles mayoral race features unpopular Democratic front-runners challenged by progressive and conservative alternatives in a three-way race.
Some lawmakers are speaking out against closed, single-party primaries, which they see as limiting voter choice and incentivizing party loyalty over political judgment.
Louisiana Republicans approved a new congressional map Friday, eliminating one of the state's two majority-Black districts and drawing an additional Republican-leaning district in its place.
U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema temporarily blocked Trump's $1.8 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund from operating, citing concerns about irreversible fund disbursement.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi testified before the House Oversight Committee on May 29, 2026, defending the Justice Department's handling of Epstein file releases.
Federal judge orders New Hampshire to allow voter citizenship attestation via affidavit when documentary proof unavailable.
Federal Judge Leonie Brinkema temporarily blocked the Trump administration from creating a $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund, halting all operations including transfers and payouts while legal challenges proceed.
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Justice Department from moving forward with work on the new $1.7+ billion Anti-Weaponization Fund, including making any payouts.
A Russian drone crashed into an apartment building in Romania, injuring two people, marking the type of spillover from the war in Ukraine that Europe has long feared.
A federal judge blocked the Kennedy Center from temporarily closing its doors for a yearslong renovation and said its board violated the law when it added President Donald Trump's name to the historic performing arts venue.
A federal judge ordered New Hampshire to make voter registration easier by allowing applicants to attest to citizenship if they lack documents to prove it.
A federal judge blocked the Kennedy Center from renaming itself after Trump, ruling the board violated federal law.
Louisiana lawmakers passed a new congressional map Friday designed to help Republicans pick up a seat while eliminating one of the state's two majority-Black House districts, both of which are represented by Democrats.
A Bipartisan Policy Center report finds voting machine replacement could take decades without Congressional funding, revealing just $60 million appropriated over two years versus $800 million leading up to 2020.
Former Attorney General Pam Bondi testified Friday that she is "proud" of the DOJ's transparency record on Epstein files, saying "justice and transparency in this matter have been delivered at the direction of President Trump and his administration."
Former CIA senior official David Rush was arrested May 19 after internal investigation identified potential violations of law, referred by CIA Director John Ratcliffe to the FBI, with 303 gold bars worth more than $40 million found during May 18 FBI search of his Virginia home.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent unveiled a proposed $250 bill with President Trump's face, the first for a living person in 160 years.
Trump's prescription drug price shifts through voluntary MFN deals and TrumpRx create uncertainty as drugmakers continue raising prices on most medications despite his promises.
Pete Buttigieg leads the crowded 2028 Democratic field with 18% support, followed by Gavin Newsom at 16%, signaling shifts in Democratic primary dynamics as the party rebuilds post-2024.
UN includes Israeli forces for the first time in 15 years on sexual violence blacklist for treatment of Palestinian detainees.
PCE inflation hit 3.8% in April, the highest in three years, driven by Iran war energy shocks and tariffs, creating political headwinds before midterm elections.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ruled out a 2028 presidential bid Thursday, then walked it back hours later.
Treasury appointees have pushed the Bureau of Engraving and Printing to design a $250 bill with Trump's portrait, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent publicly confirming the effort Thursday.
A federal judge in Washington, D.C., declined to temporarily block President Trump's executive order that calls for restricting mail-in voting.
Federal judge rules nitrogen gas execution constitutional, paving way for Alabama to proceed with executions.
Dana White announces UFC Freedom 250 on White House South Lawn for June 14, positioning it as patriotic celebration amid construction and growing political backlash.
Senators Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) and Ted Cruz (R-Texas), along with Senators Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.), introduced the Protect College Sports Act of 2026 to protect athletes, preserve competition and bring stability to college sports.
Democratic Senate candidate Patrick Schmidt accused pastor Adam Hamilton of mishandling child sex abuse allegations at the church he leads, demanding Hamilton withdraw his candidacy.
Chinese dissident Dong Guangping escaped to South Korea by inflatable boat, his fourth escape attempt, putting pressure on President Lee Jae Myung's administration to decide his fate.
Ken Paxton defeated incumbent Sen. John Cornyn in the Republican Senate primary runoff with Trump's endorsement, reshaping GOP dynamics and raising concerns about general election viability.
DHS awards $25 million no-bid contract to BI2 Technologies for iris scanners to expand immigrant identification during ICE enforcement operations.
Trump cancelled his Cabinet meeting at Camp David and moved it to the White House citing weather, amid fraught Iran peace negotiations.
Biden sued DOJ Tuesday to block release of ghostwriter interview recordings obtained by special counsel investigating his classified documents handling.
Trump postpones signing AI cybersecurity executive order hours before ceremony after pressure from tech billionaires and advisers opposing pre-release model testing frameworks.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate, easily defeating four-term Senator John Cornyn in the latest contest where Trump sought to oust an incumbent he saw as insufficiently loyal.
South Carolina Republican state lawmakers rejected a plan to redraw congressional maps after Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn's majority-Black district survived intact.
Democratic U.S. Rep. Christian Menefee defeated U.S. Rep. Al Green to represent a newly drawn congressional district that encompasses both of their current Houston-area districts, effectively ending the tenure of one of the state's longest-serving congressmen and a veteran Democrat in Washington.
Trump postponed signing an executive order establishing a voluntary AI model review process hours before the planned ceremony, citing dislike of certain aspects.
A three-judge federal panel blocked Alabama's Republican-drawn congressional map, finding the district lines 'intentionally discriminated based on race in violation of the Constitution.'
Trump postponed signing an executive order on voluntary AI model review after saying he "didn't like certain aspects" of it, citing concerns about U.S. competitiveness with China.
Democratic U.S. Rep. Christian Menefee defeated U.S. Rep. Al Green to represent a newly drawn congressional district that encompasses both of their current Houston-area districts, effectively ending the tenure of one of the state's longest-serving congressmen.
Moderate Democrat Johnny Garcia won Texas's 35th District Democratic primary against housing activist Maureen Galindo, whose antisemitic comments and mysterious Republican-funded super PAC support dominated the race.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio's India visit aims to repair U.S.-India trade tensions caused by Trump's tariffs and policies favoring Pakistan.
Trump administration proposes government-wide NDAs for federal workers aimed at cracking down on leaks to media organizations.
South Carolina Senate rejected redistricting Tuesday after three weeks of hearings, dealing Trump's national redistricting effort a blow.
A federal panel blocked Alabama from using Republican-backed maps that would dilute Black voter representation in midterm elections, temporarily preserving a court-drawn alternative.
U.S. stocks rose Friday with the Dow reaching an intraday record high as investors cheered signs of progress in talks to end the Middle East conflict, while Kevin Warsh was sworn in as chair of the Federal Reserve on Friday at a pivotal moment for the U.S. economy as higher gasoline prices tied to the Iran conflict fuel inflation and weigh on consumer sentiment.
U.S. forces struck missile-launch sites and Iranian boats attempting to lay mines in southern Iran on Monday, with CENTCOM characterizing the strikes as defensive despite ongoing ceasefire negotiations.
Netanyahu says Israel is intensifying operations in Lebanon by taking strategic positions amid a surge in drone attacks by Hezbollah.
With less than two weeks to go before the city's crowded primary, polls point to incumbent Karen Bass and reality star Spencer Pratt emerging as the top two heading into a November runoff.
Ken Martin faces a crisis of confidence among Democratic party officials over his leadership of the DNC barely a year into his term.
Bipartisan coalition of West Texas residents, officials, and landowners opposes Trump administration plans for border wall construction in Big Bend region, citing environmental damage and economic harm.
Justice Department accelerates mass deportations with 'mega masters' court hearings of 100+ immigrants at once, raising due process concerns.
Justice Department confirmed it deleted press releases about Jan. 6 defendants as part of "stripping DOJ's website of partisan propaganda."
Pope Leo XIV called Monday for robust regulation of artificial intelligence and for its developers to work for the common good rather than profit, issuing a sweeping manifesto on safeguarding humankind as the technology impacts everything from work to war.
US officials say a deal has been agreed in principle with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though nothing has been signed yet.
President Trump said a peace deal with Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz is 'largely negotiated' and will be announced shortly.
Trump administration announced Friday that foreigners in the U.S. who want green cards must leave and apply in their home country, a surprise change to longstanding policy.
The fifth round of talks, held on May 23 in Rome, ended without a breakthrough, though both sides agreed to continue discussions.
As of late April 2026, the Commerce Department has not yet publicly released its evaluation of state AI laws, creating uncertainty about Trump's AI Litigation Task Force litigation timeline.
Trump signals he will only sign an Iran deal where "we get everything we want", demanding nuclear concessions even as a framework agreement nears completion.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in India on Saturday ahead of a Quad meeting with counterparts from India, Australia, and Japan, coming as Washington seeks to stabilize relations with New Delhi after ties soured over President Donald Trump's tariff policies.
Trump endorsed Texas AG Ken Paxton over incumbent Sen. John Cornyn one week before their May 26 runoff, testing his sway over GOP voters.
The U.S. and Iran have signaled progress in talks to end the war, but remain at loggerheads over Tehran's enriched uranium stockpile and tolls on the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
Secretary of State Rubio arrived in India to stabilize relations damaged by Trump's tariffs on Indian exports before meeting with Quad counterparts.
Trump's relationship with Senate Republicans hit a new low after a revolt over his $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund surfaced deep divisions.
Trump administration announced Friday that green card applicants would have to return to their home countries to apply for permanent visas.
Trump and Rubio renew military intervention threats against Cuba after indicting Raúl Castro for 1996 plane shootdown, escalating pressure campaign alongside oil blockade.
Pentagon released second batch of 64 declassified UFO files on Friday, with over 40 videos requested by lawmakers.
Kevin Warsh sworn in as Federal Reserve chair at White House, raising concerns about central bank independence amid Trump's long-standing demands for interest rate cuts.
Trump administration requires most green card applicants to apply from abroad, reversing a 50-year-old practice allowing adjustment of status within the U.S.
Senate Republicans departed for recess without passing President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement package after the Justice Department's controversial "anti-weaponization" fund sparked revolt within the GOP.
A federal judge dismissed the Justice Department's human-smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego García, ruling that the Trump administration improperly brought it to punish him for successfully challenging his illegal deportation.
Paz faces demands to resign as mass protests over economic crisis, fuel policy failures, and land laws paralyze Bolivia with blockades killing at least four.
Kevin Warsh was sworn in as the chairman of the Federal Reserve on Friday, taking the reins of the central bank from Jerome Powell after a ceremony at the White House, testing whether he can maintain independence amid Trump's demands for rate cuts and inflation pressures.
Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio says he is owed "somewhere in the mid-tens of millions" from Trump's $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization" fund announced this week.
A federal judge dismissed the Justice Department's human-smuggling case against Kilmar Abrego García, ruling that the Trump administration improperly brought it to punish him for successfully challenging his illegal deportation last year.
Multiple lawsuits filed Friday challenge Trump's $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund as politically discriminatory and unconstitutional, with Capitol police, prosecutors, and watchdog groups seeking to block implementation.
Pentagon released a second batch of 64 files on UFOs under Trump's executive order, including a 2025 intelligence officer account.
Tulsi Gabbard abruptly resigned as director of national intelligence, saying she is leaving the post because of her husband's illness.
U.S. aid workers and experts claim Trump administration cuts to USAID, WHO funding, and CDC resources hampered Ebola response detection and readiness in DRC and Uganda.
Russia has delivered nuclear munitions to field storage facilities in Belarus as part of major nuclear drills amid tensions with European NATO members sparked by drone incursions in the Baltic.
Trump and Rubio raised the specter of U.S. military intervention in Cuba a day after the administration announced criminal charges against the island's former leader, Raúl Castro.
Senate Republicans departed for recess without passing President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement package after the Justice Department's controversial "anti-weaponization" fund sparked revolt within the GOP.
Two teenage suspects' writings from a San Diego mosque shooting reveal how online extremism ecosystems radicalize young people toward violent ideology.
Stephen Colbert ended his 11-year run as host of The Late Show on CBS, with the cancellation removing one of Trump's most vocal critics from the airwaves and coming after the settlement of a $16 million Trump lawsuit.
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao said Thursday the U.S. is pausing a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan because of the Trump administration's war with Iran.
President Trump scrapped the signing of an executive order that was expected to lay out partnerships with leading AI companies to vet cutting-edge models, citing concerns about maintaining competitive advantage over China.
House Republicans delayed planned votes on a war powers resolution until June after struggling to find votes to dismiss Democratic legislation that would compel Trump to withdraw from Iran.
The House Ways & Means Committee unanimously advanced the Provider Reimbursement Stability Act of 2026, stabilizing Medicare physician payments.
DNC Chair Ken Martin released an incomplete autopsy report on the party's 2024 election loss, then publicly criticized it as inadequate.
Israel deported all foreign activists from a Gaza aid flotilla after international outcry over their treatment in custody.
Trump administration advances plans to resettle 10,000 additional white South Africans as refugees, raising total from 7,500 to 17,500 while blocking entry from other countries.
Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic primary and avoided a runoff for Georgia governor, positioning herself to face a Republican opponent in November.
Spencer Pratt's LA mayoral campaign uses AI videos, combative rhetoric, and an army of online "clippers" to bash city leaders, sparking debate over digital campaign tactics.
Trump warned late Sunday that "there won't be anything left" of Iran if no peace deal is reached, saying "the Clock is Ticking" and "TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE."
Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir visits Iran to announce acceptance of a US-Iran memorandum of understanding amid ongoing peace negotiations.
North Carolina swing voters express frustration with Trump's economy record but remain loyal to Republicans, citing Democrats' lack of appeal.
Susan Collins urges voters to pick her over Democrat Graham Platner because she can fund state priorities due to her seniority.
Planned Parenthood launches 'Just In Case Abortion Pills' program in Washington and Hawaii, offering advance provision of abortion medication for future use.
Justice Jackson publicly criticizes Supreme Court's expedited certification of voting rights decision as appearing political, raising concerns about institutional impartiality during election season.
Trump-backed Ed Gallrein defeated Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District GOP primary, ending Massie's reelection bid in a major political victory for Trump.
Former U.S. Representative Barney Frank, a Democrat who gave his name to a landmark financial reform bill after the 2007-2009 economic crisis, has died at 86.
DOJ charged former Florida prosecutor Carmen Mercedes Lineberger with stealing special counsel Jack Smith's sealed report on Trump's classified documents case despite a judge's order keeping it sealed.
Two Capitol Police officers filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday seeking to block the Trump administration's nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate people who claim they were targets of a 'weaponized' legal system.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed the nation's first law banning prediction market sites, prompting the Trump administration to sue, setting up a federal legal battle over state versus federal regulatory authority.
Pentagon inspector general evaluates whether U.S. Southern Command followed Pentagon protocols when attacking suspected drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific Ocean.
Mike Collins and Derek Dooley advanced to Georgia's GOP Senate runoff on June 16 after neither secured 50% of primary votes.
The National Rifle Association's John Commerford calls Trump's second term the 'golden age of the Second Amendment' as the Justice Department announces gun regulation changes.
Two Capitol Police officers sued President Donald Trump on Wednesday, seeking to block the new $1.8 billion fund set up to compensate Trump allies claiming prosecutorial overreach.
Xi Jinping hailed Russia-China ties as "calm amid chaos" days after hosting Trump, with Xi now seeking to reassure Putin that the Trump meeting did not undercut Russian interests.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that if conflict resumes, a "return to war will feature many more surprises," citing lessons learned from past hostilities.
Trump administration appears poised to reshape the U.S. approach to AI security ahead of President Trump's trip to China, considering government vetting of models and AI safety talks with Beijing.
ACA marketplace deductibles surged by 37% or over $1,000 in 2026 as enhanced premium tax credits expired, with enrollment projected to fall from 22.3 million to 17.5 million.
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised his close ties with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and said their countries are partners in trade and international affairs as they opened bilateral talks Wednesday on his trip to Beijing.
Primary election contests across the United States delivered dramatic political shifts as voters in Georgia, Kentucky, Alabama, Oregon, Idaho and Pennsylvania headed to the polls, with results highlighting growing divisions inside the Republican Party and the continued influence of President Donald Trump.
On May 14, 2026, Cuba's energy minister warned that Cuba has run out of oil and diesel following a months-long U.S. blockade targeting fuel imports to force regime change.
Trump called off an Iran military strike at the request of Gulf allies Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE citing ongoing negotiations.
DOJ bars IRS from examining Trump's past tax returns and those of his family and businesses in settlement terms signed Tuesday.
Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over incumbent Sen. John Cornyn in the Texas GOP runoff for U.S. Senate, one week before voting ends.
An uptick in people skipping Obamacare premium payments in many states suggests the Affordable Care Act's rising costs are hitting home for 2026 enrollees.
Minnesota became the first state to outlaw prediction markets after Gov. Tim Walz signed a public safety bill into law Monday, making it a felony to create, operate or advertise these platforms.
Rep. Thomas Massie lost his Kentucky GOP primary to Trump-backed Ed Gallrein, a former Navy SEAL, in the most expensive U.S. House primary on record.
Venezuela deports Maduro ally Alex Saab to US for criminal proceedings, marking a dramatic reversal from efforts to free him in 2023.
Putin travels to China to meet Xi Jinping less than a week after Trump's visit, in a meeting likely to be closely watched as Beijing seeks to maintain stable relations with the US while preserving strong ties with Russia.
Trump announced he is holding off on a military strike on Iran planned for Tuesday because "serious negotiations" are underway to end the war.
Steve Bannon and more than 60 other Trump allies sent a letter urging Trump to require government vetting of "potentially dangerous" frontier AI models before release.
DACA recipients now average age 31 with majority between 31-44, even as Trump administration systematically weakens protections through self-deportation pressure, healthcare ineligibility, university aid investigations, and Justice Department rulings making DACA status insufficient against deportation.
Six states held primaries today—Alabama, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Oregon and Pennsylvania—testing Trump's grip on the GOP with Trump's campaign to suppress dissent in his own party facing its most prominent test yet as he took aim at Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky.
KFF analysis finds Healthcare.gov enrollment plunging 5 million from 22 million in 2025 to about 17 million in 2026 due to expired enhanced premium tax credits.
Minority Leader Jeffries urges Speaker Johnson to swiftly hold a House vote on banning members and staff from trading on prediction markets.
Trump expands TrumpRx platform with 600+ generic medications, amid debate over whether his drug pricing deals deliver real savings or mislead Americans.
Kevin Warsh is set to be sworn in on May 22, 2026, at the White House, with President Donald Trump swearing him in as Federal Reserve chair.
President Trump called off a planned Iran strike after Gulf allies requested more time to pursue diplomatic resolution.
Trump's new financial disclosures show he made between $220 million and $750 million in securities trades in Q1 2026, raising ethics scrutiny over policy-timing correlations.
President Donald Trump moved to drop his $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service over the 2019 leak of his tax information, with the Department of Justice announcing an "anti-weaponization fund" as part of the settlement.
CBS poll shows 7 in 10 Americans frustrated with Trump's economic approach as inflation and gas prices climb.
Trump administration announced creation of $1.7 billion fund to compensate allies mistreated by Biden Justice Department, sparking immediate Democratic backlash.
Taiwan's president said Sunday that only the Taiwanese people can decide their future, after President Trump appeared to raise doubts about long-standing U.S. policy during his China visit.
South Carolina House begins debate on whether to reshape congressional districts to achieve a Republican clean sweep, targeting Rep. Clyburn's seat.
Colorado's landmark AI anti-discrimination law was gutted by xAI's federal lawsuit, DOJ intervention, and replacement with a narrower notice-focused bill.
Over 5,000 people rallied in Montgomery on May 16 to protest state efforts to dismantle majority-Black congressional districts following a Supreme Court ruling that weakened voting rights protections.
The Trump administration has run at least 67 million voter registrations through a beefed-up DHS verification program, with tens of thousands flagged as potential noncitizens.
Trump administration limits preventative burning grant funding across the U.S., citing requirements unrelated to wildfires including immigration, diversity hiring, and America First initiatives.
White House-backed prayer event on National Mall sparked church-state separation concerns as Trump administration blurs constitutional boundaries.
Trump returned from a Beijing summit with Xi Jinping facing questions over whether the meeting produced major strategic breakthroughs.
Sen. Bill Cassidy lost his Louisiana GOP primary, finishing third after Trump-endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming advanced to a June 27 runoff.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on a two-day trip to Beijing next week, the Kremlin said Saturday.
Sen. Bill Cassidy was decisively defeated in Saturday's Republican primary in Louisiana, with U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming advancing to a June 27 runoff.
Trump defended his statement that Americans' cost of living concerns don't factor into Iran negotiations, doubling down Friday after Tuesday's controversial remarks sparked Democratic backlash.
The Supreme Court rejected Virginia Democrats' bid to revive a voter-approved congressional map drawn to advantage the party for upcoming midterm elections.
Supreme Court set to consider six pharmaceutical petitions on May 14 challenging Medicare drug negotiation program's constitutionality after industry's repeated lower court defeats.
HHS leadership accelerates search for permanent FDA Commissioner to be presented by early June, navigating tensions between pharmaceutical industry demands for predictability and Kennedy's MAHA movement pushing radical health reforms.
The White House released a National Policy Framework on March 20, 2026, outlining policy recommendations to guide Congress in developing a unified federal approach to artificial intelligence legislation and regulation.
Trump seeks to defeat Senator Bill Cassidy in Louisiana's Republican primary through his endorsement of Rep. Julia Letlow in a test of Trump's ability to unseat fellow Republicans.
Texas Children's Hospital reached a $10 million settlement with the DOJ and Texas AG Paxton over gender-affirming care, including creation of a detransition clinic.
Democratic congressional leaders accuse RFK Jr. of suppressing vaccine safety data while regulatory chaos deters manufacturers from developing new vaccines.
Jerome Powell's term as Fed Chair ends May 15 as Kevin Warsh assumes leadership amid surging inflation from Iran War energy shocks and debate over whether the Fed should hold, cut, or raise interest rates.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Cuban officials including Raúl Castro's grandson during a high-level visit to the island Thursday, delivering Trump's message that the United States is prepared to seriously engage on economic and security issues, but only if Cuba makes fundamental changes.
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis commuted the sentence of Tina Peters, a former county clerk and 2020 election denier convicted of tampering with election equipment, following months of Trump pressure.
Iraqi Kata'ib Hizballah commander arrested in Turkey, charged with directing 18+ terror attacks against Jewish targets across Europe and US in alleged retaliation for Iran war.
Democratic Tennessee congressman Steve Cohen announced Friday that he won't seek reelection to represent District 9 after Tennessee enacted a new U.S. House map that carves Memphis into three districts.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe met with Cuban officials including Raúl Castro's grandson during a high-level visit to the island Thursday, delivering Trump's conditional engagement message.
China pledged diplomatic support but ruled out military aid to Iran, offering limited assistance to resolve the U.S.-Iran conflict during Trump's Beijing summit.
Trump returns from Beijing summit claiming trade wins but announcing no major breakthroughs on Taiwan, Iran, or human rights issues.
The Supreme Court on Friday rejected Virginia's bid to restore a congressional map that would have given Democrats a chance to pick up four seats in the closely divided House of Representatives.
An Iraqi national accused of plotting at least 18 terror attacks in Europe in retaliation for the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran has been arrested and charged with supporting Iran-backed terrorist organizations.
Senate Republicans narrowly voted down a resolution Thursday to end the war with Iran, marking the third time a war powers resolution has failed in the lower chamber since the conflict began.
Viral AI-generated videos created by filmmaker Charlie Curran boost Spencer Pratt's Los Angeles mayoral campaign, demonstrating how synthetic media can rapidly amplify political visibility outside traditional campaign infrastructure.
Palm Beach County approved a trademark licensing deal with Trump's company controlling the airport name and branding, raising concerns about potential profits from off-site merchandise sales.
Colorado Governor Polis signed SB 189 on May 14, 2026, delaying the AI law's effective date from June 30, 2026, to January 1, 2027, while significantly scaling back requirements.
Colorado Governor Polis signed SB 189 on May 14, 2026, repealing the original AI law and delaying enforcement to January 1, 2027.
Colorado Governor Polis signed SB 189 on May 14, 2026, which delays the effective date from June 30, 2026, to January 1, 2027, while significantly scaling back the original AI law's requirements.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed SB 189 on May 14, 2026, which revises Colorado's original artificial intelligence law and delays the effective date from June 30, 2026, to January 1, 2027, while significantly scaling back its original requirements.
Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed SB 26-189 on May 14, replacing the state's comprehensive AI law with narrower transparency requirements before June 30 deadline.
US announces withdrawal of 5,000 troops from Germany after dispute with Chancellor Merz over Iran war support, signaling broader NATO realignment.
Supreme Court allows mail orders of the abortion drug mifepristone pending the outcome of an appeal challenging that method of distributing the medication.
Trump administration is sharply split over whether to give spy agencies or Commerce Department control of AI model evaluation in what one official described as a "knife fight."
Internal Trump administration disagreement and delays over AI policy, amid a push for federal vetting of advanced models sparked by Anthropic's Mythos model, are stalling action on AI safety.
Trump is expected to drop his $10 billion IRS lawsuit in exchange for creation of a $1.7 billion compensation fund for allies claiming wrongful targeting by Biden administration.
Chinese President Xi Jinping warned U.S. President Donald Trump that missteps on Taiwan could push their two countries into "conflict" during their Beijing summit.
U.S. Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks resigned effective immediately on May 14, 2026, ending a 37-year career during a period of federal leadership changes under DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin.
Senators unanimously approved a resolution Thursday to withhold their pay during government shutdowns, an attempt to make federal closures financially painful for lawmakers after a string of record-breaking impasses in the past year.
The Supreme Court allowed women to continue accessing the abortion pill mifepristone through telehealth visits on Thursday, maintaining the status quo while Louisiana pushes for limiting availability.
Trump and Xi opened a two-day summit in Beijing on Thursday morning, kick-starting high-stakes talks expected to cover trade, tariffs, Taiwan and Iran.
Russia launched massive drone and missile attacks on Kyiv on May 14 after Trump peace negotiations, killing at least one and injuring 31 in overnight strikes.
Rep. Thomas Massie trails Trump-backed Ed Gallrein in a record-breaking $29 million primary race five days before Kentucky's May 19 GOP primary.
The Trump administration announced a nationwide six-month freeze on some new Medicare enrollments and warned states to actively investigate Medicaid fraud or risk losing funding.
The Republican-led Senate Banking Committee on Thursday is set to consider long-awaited legislation that would create regulations for cryptocurrencies, marking the specific angle of how the markup vote determines the bill's path forward.
Netanyahu's office claims he secretly visited UAE during Iran war, but UAE immediately denies the claim while the world watches.
Political organizer Denise Powell has defeated State Sen. John Cavanaugh to win the Democratic primary in the race for Nebraska's second congressional district, setting up a general election showdown over the district's electoral vote status.
The Supreme Court is considering whether to take up six pharmaceutical companies' petitions challenging the IRA's Medicare drug negotiation program after lower courts ruled the program constitutional.
U.S. trade court ruled that President Trump's latest round of global 10% tariffs are invalid, marking another legal defeat for his tariff agenda.
Trump administration sharply split over plan giving intelligence agencies larger role in evaluating AI models versus Commerce Department's civilian space.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier issued an investigative subpoena targeting the league's Rooney Rule and related hiring practices on May 13, expanding his challenge against the NFL's diversity hiring policies.
Political organizer Denise Powell defeated State Sen. John Cavanaugh to win the Democratic primary for Nebraska's second congressional district.
Senate Republicans narrowly blocked a Democratic war powers resolution on May 13, failing by a single vote at 50-49.
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve Chair in highly partisan 54-45 vote, clearing procedural path; his confirmation as governor removed barrier to chair vote amid concerns over Fed independence.
Rich Danker, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s chief spokesperson, resigned citing irreconcilable differences with efforts to advance electronic cigarette flavors that could cause children to become addicted.
With just weeks to go in the first round of the race to replace Nancy Pelosi in her San Francisco-based district, Saikat Chakrabarti has launched what started as a challenge to the former House speaker.
House Democrats secured 218 signatures on a discharge petition Wednesday to bypass Speaker Mike Johnson and force a vote on $1.3 billion in Ukraine military aid and Russia sanctions.
The Trump administration's Department of Health and Human Services placed a six-month moratorium on new Medicare enrollments from home health care and hospice providers effective immediately Wednesday, citing fraud concerns.
Kevin Warsh was confirmed Wednesday as the next Federal Reserve chair, in a 54-45 vote that was the closest in the modern era.
Pennsylvania man arrested for posting online "hit list" and death threats against 20 Democratic state lawmakers, but targeted officials learned of threats only days later.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is vowing a 'massive' response to last week's Virginia Supreme Court decision on redistricting, which nullified a new map in the Old Dominion to the advantage of Republicans.
Trump lands in Beijing with Elon Musk and Tim Cook, signaling a business-focused China summit centered on economic deals over national security concerns.
Trump heads to Beijing to discuss fractured Middle East ceasefires amid stalled Gaza negotiations and collapsed Iran talks, leaving all three fronts precarious.
Jensen Huang joined Trump's delegation to China after Trump called the CEO following media coverage of his initial absence.
Trump arrives in Beijing for two days of high-stakes talks with Xi Jinping focused on trade, Iran war, and Taiwan.
Louisiana officials have agreed to a tentative $4.8 million settlement with the family of Ronald Greene, a Black motorist who died during a violent roadside arrest carried out by five white officers.
Shelley Moore Capito easily defeated five Republican challengers in Tuesday's GOP Senate primary in West Virginia to secure her party's nomination, backed by Trump's endorsement.
Gunshots have been heard in the Philippine Senate building, Senate authorities said on Wednesday, as a senator wanted by the International Criminal Court is holed up in the building to resist arrest.
Trump administration announces nationwide six-month freeze on Medicare enrollments by hospice and home health agencies to combat fraud.
Scott Petersen defeated Nebraska Secretary of State Bob Evnen in a Republican primary by raising questions about election integrity and ballot security.
Colorado legislature passed SB 26-189 on May 9, 2026, repealing and narrowing its first-in-the-nation 2024 AI law after two years of negotiations between tech industry and consumer advocates.
Colorado legislature passed a compromise measure watering down the state's first-in-the-nation AI law, with the narrower version moving key requirements to disclosure-only obligations and delaying implementation to January 2027.
U.S. State Department and Ukrainian Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna drafted a memorandum for military technology cooperation allowing Ukraine to export drones and establish joint manufacturing ventures with U.S. companies.
The Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for Alabama to put in place a new House map ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Colorado's revised AI regulation bill (SB 189) cleared both the House and Senate just one week after introduction and is now headed to Gov. Jared Polis for his signature.
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary resigned on Tuesday after clashing publicly with lawmakers, major pharmaceutical companies and President Trump himself.
Cindy Burbank wins Nebraska Democratic Senate primary with 90% of vote, explicitly planning to drop out and back independent Dan Osborn to defeat Republican Sen. Pete Ricketts.
Trump heads to Beijing May 14-15 to meet Xi amid competing demands on trade, AI chip restrictions, and broader geopolitical tensions including Iran and Taiwan.
President Trump's $1.5 trillion defense budget request marks the largest defense budget in U.S. history, slashing nondefense spending amid Iran war costs.
Pentagon discloses Iran war has cost $29 billion as of May 12, sparking Democratic criticism over lack of transparency and Republicans' concerns about funding mechanisms ahead of midterm elections.
Senate prepares $72 billion reconciliation vote on immigration enforcement while FDA commissioner's future remains uncertain amid personnel instability.
Nebraska and West Virginia Democratic primary elections on Tuesday feature contentious races that will set the stage for November midterm matchups, with Nebraska Democrats particularly vying for an open House seat and Senate nominations.
Colorado legislature passed SB 189, which repeals and replaces the Colorado AI Act, narrowing AI regulations to focus on consumer notice rather than risk assessment.
New research finds that ICE raids and deportation fears disrupted local economies, reduced work among undocumented immigrants, and may have hurt some U.S.-born workers too.
Nebraska Democrats court pharmacy technician Cindy Burbank to win the primary and then drop out, allowing independent Dan Osborn a one-on-one race against Republican Pete Ricketts while blocking Trump-supporting pastor William Forbes, whom Democrats allege is a Republican plant.
Senate confirms Kevin Warsh to Federal Reserve Board of Governors in 51-45 vote, clearing path for separate chair confirmation vote expected Wednesday.
Eileen Wang resigned as mayor of Arcadia on Monday after federal prosecutors announced she has been charged with acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government and is expected to plead guilty.
President Trump nominated Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA, approximately one year after removing Hamilton from the same position.
Trump declares Iran ceasefire 'on life support' after rejecting Tehran's nuclear proposal, signaling possible military escalation.
Trump administration abandons deregulatory AI stance, pivots toward pre-deployment security vetting ahead of Xi summit amid Mythos cybersecurity concerns.
U.S. and Chinese authorities jointly arrested five suspects in a cross-border smuggling and trafficking operation, Beijing said Monday, touting the cooperation ahead of President Donald Trump's state visit this week.
RFK Jr. publicly softens vaccine rhetoric while HHS continues reshaping vaccine policy and narrowing support for mRNA research.
Republicans' rush to gerrymander congressional districts across Southern states after a Supreme Court ruling is confusing voters and creating logistical headaches for election officials.
The Supreme Court's conservative majority on Monday cleared the way for Alabama to revert to a congressional map with one majority-Black district, eliminating one of two majority-Black districts currently held by Shomari Figures, a Black Democrat.
The Cultural Landscape Foundation filed a lawsuit Monday in federal court challenging Trump's Reflecting Pool renovation, alleging the project violates federal historic preservation laws.
Trump administration sharply split over plan to give U.S. spy agencies more sway in AI regulation.
Trump appeared to have spared Makary after reports authorized his firing, though Trump has approved a plan to fire Makary with timing remaining unknown and the president able to change his mind.
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit fresh all-time highs despite Trump rejecting Iran's ceasefire proposal and calling the truce "on life support".
Keir Starmer fights for political survival amid calls for his resignation following Labour's stunning loss in local elections, delivering a high-stakes speech to convince the party he can deliver change.
Trump arrives in Beijing on May 13-15 for a summit with Xi amid an unresolved Iran conflict that has become a central negotiating complication.
Trump rejects Iran's peace proposal and says ceasefire is "on life support" after two sides exchange fire.
Israeli strikes continue daily in Lebanon despite a US-brokered ceasefire, killing 51 people in one day and sparking debate over whether the truce has entirely collapsed.
Machado, who won the Nobel Peace Prize for promoting democracy, faces an uncertain path to power despite Maduro's capture by U.S. forces, as she remains sidelined from the Trump administration's plans.
Senate Republicans and Democrats face a showdown over a $1 billion security proposal that could help pay for President Trump's ballroom as Democrats vow to defeat it.
Supreme Court invalidated Louisiana's majority-Black congressional district in April 2026, prompting GOP-led Southern states to suspend primaries and redraw maps before the November midterms.
Trump's unilateral Iran strikes without NATO notification inflame alliance tensions, pushing Europe to consider independent defense as Trump threatens withdrawal.
Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez warned the U.S. is on a 'dangerous path' that could lead to bloodshed, responding to Trump's repeated military threats and latest sanctions.
Péter Magyar took his oath of office on Saturday to become Hungary's new prime minister, ending Viktor Orbán's 16 years of autocratic rule.
Justice Department files civil complaint to strip citizenship from former U.S. Ambassador Victor Manuel Rocha, convicted Cuban spy, plus 11 others in unprecedented denaturalization escalation.
Republicans have undoubtedly strengthened their structural advantage and could now theoretically net as many as 13 seats from redistricting after court victories over Democratic efforts.
The FDA was ordered by court to file a status report on its mifepristone review progress no later than October 7, 2026, as litigation over the abortion pill's dispensing rules reaches the Supreme Court.
White House considers FDA-style pre-deployment government vetting regime for AI models, reversing Trump's deregulatory stance amid Mythos cyber security concerns.
State Department begins proactively revoking passports of parents owing child support, starting with $100,000+ debt and expanding to $2,500+.
Chief Justice John Roberts pushed back on criticism that many of the court's highest-profile cases wind up with conservative outcomes, lamented public misconception that justices are 'political actors'.
U.S. and Iran exchanged fire near the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, adding new strain to the ceasefire and raising questions about negotiations to end the war.
Federal district court ordered the FDA to report on its mifepristone safety review by October 7, 2026, pausing Louisiana's lawsuit while the Trump administration conducts its examination.
Trump-brokered three-day Ukraine-Russia ceasefire averts Putin's Victory Day parade drone attack fears, with prisoner exchange securing the pause.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his MAHA movement are targeting Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy for defeat in next week's primary.
Pentagon releases 160+ UFO records at Trump's direction, with Trump telling the public to 'Have Fun and Enjoy' analyzing them via Truth Social.
ABC filed a petition with the FCC on May 8 calling FCC Chair Brendan Carr's scrutiny of 'The View' 'unprecedented, beyond the Commission's authority,' marking the most definitive stance taken against FCC actions targeting news organizations under the Trump administration.
DOJ filed denaturalization actions against 12 individuals accused of serious offenses including providing material support to terrorists, committing war crimes, and sexually abusing minors.
As of May 7, 2026, 1,842 confirmed measles cases were reported in 2026, reflecting surging vaccine hesitancy under Trump administration policies.
The DOJ announced Friday it is seeking to denaturalize a dozen people from various parts of the country who are accused of fraudulently obtaining U.S. citizenship, with federal prosecutors filing denaturalization actions across the country against 12 people alleging they lied during the naturalization process.
Consumer sentiment hit record low of 48.2 in May 2026 as surging gas prices from Iran war and Trump's tariffs weighed on Americans' economic outlook.
ABC filed an FCC complaint accusing the Trump administration of trying to chill its constitutionally protected free speech over whether "The View" is subject to equal time rules.
Trump administration seeks to strip citizenship from convicted Cuban spy diplomat Victor Manuel Rocha and 11 others as part of historic denaturalization campaign.
Alabama GOP approved legislation Friday allowing Gov. Ivey to schedule special primary elections for affected congressional districts if courts redrawn maps.
Reps. Young Kim and Ken Calvert are battling for a red-leaning district after California Democrats dismantled their current seats in redistricting.
Virginia Supreme Court blocked the voter-approved redistricting amendment in a 4-3 decision on May 8, 2026, ruling the legislature violated procedural requirements when placing it on the ballot.
Congressional Democrats on Thursday sent letters to more than a dozen clemency recipients investigating whether Trump granted them favorable treatment through financial contributions or intermediaries.
Trump's decision to leave NATO in the dark before launching strikes on Iran has inflamed tensions and is putting new urgency on rethinking the alliance.
California gubernatorial candidates clash over single-payer healthcare positioning in May 5 CNN debate, with progressive candidates attacking frontrunner Becerra's wavering support.
U.S. and Iran exchanged fire in Strait of Hormuz on May 7; each blames the other for initiating, imperiling month-old ceasefire.
Trump's poll numbers have sunk to historic lows due to an Iran war that has proven more deeply entrenched than foretold, reshaping midterm politics.
Hamill deleted an image depicting Trump in a grave and apologized after White House criticism linked such rhetoric to assassination attempts.
Labour suffered heavy early losses in local elections on May 8, demonstrating deep voter anger and raising doubts about Starmer's future.
Chief Justice Roberts expressed concern about public perception of the Supreme Court as driven by political outcomes rather than law.
Trump administration begins revoking passports for parents owing child support, starting with ~2,700 who owe $100,000+, expanding to those owing $2,500+ under 1996 law.
Federal court strikes down Trump's 10% global tariffs as illegal under trade law, narrowing relief to specific plaintiffs.
Supreme Court temporarily restores telehealth and mail access to mifepristone after blocking a 5th Circuit ruling, allowing women to obtain the pill at pharmacies or through the mail without in-person visits through May 11.
U.S. District Judge Colleen McMahon ruled that the Trump administration's cancellation of more than $100 million in humanities grants was unconstitutional and DOGE had no authority to end the funding.
The Court of International Trade struck down a second round of global tariffs ordered by President Trump, after his earlier import taxes were outlawed by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Trump administration initiates review of all 53 Mexican consulates in U.S., potentially leading to closures, following CIA officer deaths and rising bilateral tensions.
EU co-legislators reached a provisional agreement on May 7 to reform the AI Act, part of the Digital Omnibus simplification package, balancing delayed high-risk AI compliance deadlines with a ban on AI systems generating non-consensual sexually explicit content and child sexual abuse material.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva met President Donald Trump at the White House as Brazil seeks to avoid future tariffs.
The FBI has launched a criminal investigation into leaks to a reporter for The Atlantic who wrote about FBI Director Kash Patel's "excessive drinking," raising press freedom concerns.
Tennessee Republicans passed a new congressional map Thursday that carves up the majority-Black Memphis district into three parts, eliminating the state's lone Democratic-held seat.
Susie Wiles said the Trump administration is 'not in the business of picking winners and losers' on AI, downplaying reported pre-release vetting plans.
RFK Jr. announced a plan to reduce overprescribing of psychiatric medications and support deprescribing when appropriate, with new federal training and Medicare billing changes.
Political prisoners across 56 prisons launched hunger strikes marking the 119th consecutive week of executions protests on May 5, amid at least 28 political prisoners executed since March 18, an unprecedented rate in three decades.
Labour faces historic losses in UK local elections as Reform UK and Greens surge, threatening Starmer's premiership and ending two-party political dominance.
Trump threatens Iran with "higher level" strikes if it won't accept a peace deal, escalating pressure as negotiations approach deal.
The White House believes it's getting close to an agreement with Iran on a one-page memorandum of understanding to end the war and set a framework for more detailed nuclear negotiations.
Democrat Chedrick Greene won a special state Senate election in Michigan, ensuring his party will keep control of the closely divided chamber with a 19-point margin (58.87% to 39.42%).
Trump administration announced agreements with Google DeepMind, Microsoft and xAI for pre-deployment testing of AI models, marking a sharp reversal from its hands-off stance after concerns over Anthropic's Mythos cybersecurity model.
Trump administration announces agreements with Google, Microsoft, and xAI to evaluate AI models before public release, and weighs executive order creating working group to establish formal AI model vetting procedures.
Senate Republicans proposed $1 billion for Secret Service security upgrades related to Trump's White House ballroom project, part of a broader immigration enforcement package.
Obama tells Colbert he's concerned about "the politicization of our justice system" and uses the phrase "whoever is in charge of the government starts using that to go after their political enemies."
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick was grilled by congressional investigators Wednesday about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein following revelations that his contact with the late convicted sex offender extended years beyond what he initially claimed.
Democratic State Senator Jonathan Windy Boy announced he's restarting his U.S. House campaign after suspending it last month, calling sexual misconduct allegations against him "a coordinated political smear."
Russia omits all military hardware from Victory Day parade for first time in nearly 20 years due to fears of Ukrainian drone attacks.
More than 400 hospitals across the United States are at high risk of closing or cutting services because of Medicaid cuts from President Trump's budget law, with latest tracking reaching 900 facilities nationwide.
Trump pauses escort operation in Strait of Hormuz to allow Iran deal negotiations, maintaining blockade of Iranian ports.
Democrat Chedrick Greene won Michigan's special state Senate election, preserving Democratic control as Trump's approval ratings sink nationwide.
The Trump administration's DOJ AI Litigation Task Force, launched January 9, 2026, officially began challenging state AI laws deemed inconsistent with federal deregulation policy.
FDA faces October 7, 2026 deadline to report progress on mifepristone safety review under court order in Louisiana v. FDA case.
The S&P 500 rose 0.72%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.94%, and the Nasdaq climbed 0.73% as the White House believed it was getting close to a one-page memorandum of understanding with Iran to end the conflict and set a framework for nuclear negotiations.
Trump-backed challengers unseated five Indiana Republican state senators in primaries on May 5 who had previously blocked his redistricting push, demonstrating his political power over the party.
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te returned from his three-day trip to Eswatini, which his government says China tried to block, after successfully using unannounced "arrive-then-announce" diplomacy to circumvent Chinese pressure.
Colorado Senate Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez introduced Senate Bill 189 late last week, a revised proposal to amend the 2024 artificial-intelligence law that largely mirrors a draft bill written by a governor-appointed task force.
Trump backed challengers who unseated five incumbent Indiana Republican state senators in Tuesday's primary races after they foiled his redistricting push.
Trump administration announced nearly $1 billion payout to TotalEnergies to abandon offshore wind projects, continuing a broader strategy to defund renewable energy.
More than three dozen former federal workers displaced by DOGE cuts are now running for political office, with Democratic groups actively recruiting them for the 2026 midterms.
Ohio's primary today sets stage for Senate race that could determine Republican control as Sherrod Brown targets Jon Husted's appointed seat.
Trump's endorsements in key races are being tested in Ohio and Indiana primaries on May 5, with Trump-backed Vivek Ramaswamy facing off against Casey Putsch for the Republican gubernatorial nomination.
The U.S. military destroyed six Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz after Iran launched multiple cruise missiles, drones and small boats at U.S. Navy ships on Monday.
Colorado introduced SB 189, a compromise bill that drops requirements for AI companies to disclose how their systems work, while maintaining consumer notification and appeal rights, and delays implementation to January 2027.
Cuban immigrant Denny Adan Gonzalez, 33, died by apparent suicide at Stewart Detention Center in Georgia—the 18th ICE death in 2026, as detention surges under Trump's mass deportation effort.
Trump announced 'Operation Freedom' beginning May 4, 2026, with U.S. forces standing ready to intervene in the Strait of Hormuz to restore freedom of commercial navigation, as Iranian IRGC-affiliated media claimed a U.S. Navy frigate was targeted by two missiles in the strait.
Reporters Without Borders released its 2026 World Press Freedom Index, saying press freedom has fallen to its lowest level in 25 years.
Colorado lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 189, a compromise to replace the state's groundbreaking AI law with a narrower transparency-focused framework that delays implementation to January 2027.
Republicans and the Trump administration are testing the scope of federal law banning "systematic" voter removal programs within three months of an election as Trump pushes for aggressive reviews of voter rolls for non-citizens.
Texas House Committee on Health Care Affordability held second-day hearing Friday on insurance and insurance companies' role in rising healthcare costs, with committee expected to provide final policy recommendations ahead of 2027 legislative session.
The Supreme Court temporarily restored telehealth and mail access to the abortion pill mifepristone on Monday, responding to an emergency appeal that warned of potential chaos for patients.
Mahan, the mayor of San Jose, the state's third-largest city, is waging an uphill battle as the lone Democrat — in his telling — willing to challenge his own party and how it tackles big problems in the era of Donald Trump.
Trump's disapproval hits record 62% as Iran war unpopularity and rising gas prices erode his economic advantage.
Two Gaza flotilla activists face torture allegations after Israeli court extended their detention in international waters interception case.
President Trump said Saturday the U.S. will significantly reduce its troop presence in Germany, escalating a dispute with Chancellor Friedrich Merz as he seeks to scale back America's commitment to European security.
Rep. Thomas Massie faces a May 19 primary challenge from Trump-backed Ed Gallrein, testing whether Trump's endorsement can unseat one of his most prominent GOP critics.
Michigan State Democratic primary candidate Mallory McMorrow defended her deletion of roughly 6,000 old social media posts criticizing the rural Midwest and praising California, framing them as normal tweets.
House Republicans voted Thursday to reject a resolution ordering President Donald Trump to end the war with Iran in a nearly party-line vote of 213-214.
Alabama and Tennessee Republican governors called special legislative sessions on Friday following the Supreme Court's redistricting ruling to consider new congressional maps.
Trump's approval rating has slipped as views of his handling of key issues like immigration and military force have become more negative.
Pentagon announced 5,000 U.S. troops withdrawal from Germany after Trump clashed with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over Iran war strategy.
Pentagon estimates U.S. blockade cost Iran $4.8 billion in oil revenue, but experts debate blockade's effectiveness as negotiating leverage amid global economic disruption.
U.S. Air Force completes modifications and flight testing on Qatari-donated Boeing 747 for interim Air Force One service, sparking renewed constitutional and ethics criticism.
Iran has submitted a 14-point response to the U.S. proposal to end the conflict that began with U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran on February 28, with a demand to resolve all issues and end the war within 30 days, instead of observing a two-month ceasefire as the U.S. had proposed.
Federal debt exceeded $39 trillion for the first time, outgrowing the entire U.S. economy.
Republicans defend more competitive Senate seats than Democrats, but Democrats need a longshot sweep of only 11 remotely competitive races to take control as 35 Senate seats face election this November.
Pentagon announced Friday the U.S. is withdrawing 5,000 troops from NATO ally Germany as a rift over the Iran war widens between President Donald Trump and Europe.
A Fifth Circuit panel ruled May 1, 2026, that mifepristone must be obtained in person, reversing a Biden-era regulatory change that allowed the drug to be prescribed via telehealth and delivered through the mail.
Donald Trump signed a new executive order significantly expanding U.S. sanctions targeting Cuba on May 1, 2026.
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from stripping temporary deportation protections for nearly 3,000 Yemeni nationals, finding DHS violated procedural requirements Congress established for revoking TPS.
Global May Day rallies on May 1 united millions of workers protesting rising energy costs from the Iran war and wealth inequality.
King Charles delivered a diplomatically sophisticated Congressional address defending NATO and Ukraine support while subtly rebuking Trump's policies, completing a state visit aimed at mending strained US-UK relations.
Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest, more than five years after the military removed her from office in a coup.
Biden endorses Keisha Lance Bottoms for Georgia governor in his first political endorsement since leaving office, signaling re-engagement with Democratic politics.
The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals on May 1 temporarily blocked a federal policy allowing mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail, reinstating in-person dispensing requirements.
Cole Allen, 31, charged with attempting to assassinate Trump at White House Correspondents' Dinner; key disagreement centers on whether Democratic political rhetoric incited the attack.
Trump's FY2027 NASA budget proposal cuts the agency by 23% despite Artemis II's success, prompting bipartisan congressional rejection and House appropriations support for flat funding.
Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday directing the Treasury Department to launch TrumpIRA.gov, a federal portal connecting workers to private-sector retirement accounts — but the matching benefits at the heart of the initiative were created by a law signed by his predecessor, President Biden.
UAE exits OPEC after 59 years effective May 1, citing national interests and production flexibility amid Iran war, signaling strategic realignment with Washington.
President Donald Trump signed a bipartisan bill to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, ending the longest agency shutdown in history, but the bill explicitly does not provide new funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement or the Border Patrol.
A federal appeals court temporarily reinstated a nationwide requirement that abortion pills be obtained in person, undermining access to the method of abortion that has grown more widespread since the US Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.
Trump signed an executive order expanding sanctions on Cuba, authorizing penalties on foreign companies and financial institutions doing business with the island.
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from revoking legal protections for more than 2,800 Yemeni nationals, finding the DHS likely acted unlawfully.
Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal Friday while claiming the 60-day War Powers deadline doesn't apply.
Trump withdraws Casey Means' stalled surgeon general nomination and nominates radiologist Nicole Saphier instead, citing Senate opposition led by Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy.
Pentagon announces deals with seven AI companies for classified military use while maintaining blacklist of Anthropic over its refusal to drop safety guardrails on autonomous weapons and mass surveillance.
Myanmar's former leader Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from prison to house arrest with her sentence reduced as part of a prisoner amnesty for a Buddhist holiday.
Pakistani officials confirmed that mediators received an updated proposal from Iran to end the war, which has been delivered to the U.S.
The Trump administration claimed on May 1 that a ceasefire pauses the 60-day War Powers Act deadline, but Democrats and legal experts strongly contested this interpretation.
Utah lawmakers ended their 2026 legislative session with nine AI-related bills sent to Governor Cox covering AI use in schools, deepfake protection, health care AI, and age verification for harmful content.
Nearly 500 organizations plan over 750 May Day 2026 events nationwide as workers boycott jobs, school and shopping under a Workers Over Billionaires motto, with events in New York, Washington D.C., Minneapolis, Chicago, Los Angeles and other cities.
Vermont's bill on the use of AI in election campaign material passed into law earlier this month.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren led reintroduction of the Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act, which would generate $6.2 trillion in revenue over the next decade by applying a wealth tax to fortunes above $50 million.
Janet Mills dropped her U.S. Senate bid just weeks before the Democratic primary, clearing the path for progressive Graham Platner to challenge Republican incumbent Susan Collins.
Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously advanced a bill to ban minors from AI companions and prevent AI chatbots from exposing children to sexual or harmful content.
Democratic Governor Janet Mills exited the Senate race, with likely Democratic nominee Graham Platner saying her decision reflects commitment to defeating Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously advanced the GUARD Act, which raises age verification requirements to access AI chatbots and prohibits AI companion use by children under age 18.
Trump nominates radiologist Nicole Saphier as third surgeon general pick after withdrawing Casey Means' nomination.
Trump calls al-Zaidi, Iraq's newly nominated PM-designate, signaling US approval after months of deadlock when Trump opposed a pro-Iran alternative.
Minnesota Senate unanimously passed nation's first ban on "nudification" apps that create non-consensual deepfake nude images.
Cole Allen agreed Thursday to remain in custody while his case moves forward, with his attorney saying he would not contest prosecutors' arguments that he was a danger to the community.
Maine Gov. Janet Mills dropped her U.S. Senate bid just weeks before the Democratic primary, citing lack of financial resources.
Louisiana suspended House primary elections after the Supreme Court struck down the state's congressional map as an unconstitutional racial gerrymander.
President Trump signed legislation ending a 75-day DHS shutdown, but excluding immigration enforcement funding.
Trump nominates radiologist Dr. Nicole Saphier as surgeon general after withdrawing Casey Means' stalled nomination.
Q1 GDP and PCE inflation data due Thursday will test whether weak growth and elevated inflation force the Fed into stagflation constraints, shaping policy under incoming Chair Kevin Warsh.
Trump said Wednesday he is considering reducing the number of U.S. forces in Germany, amid a spat with Germany's chancellor and the NATO alliance over Iran.
Oil prices surpassed $125 a barrel Thursday as President Trump mulls an extended blockade of Iranian ports.
Supreme Court ruled Louisiana's congressional map designed to create a second majority-Black district was a racial gerrymander that violated the Constitution.
Prosecutors laid out a detailed timeline alleging singer D4vd began sexually abusing 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez when she was 13, then killed her after she threatened to expose their relationship.
Powell stays on Fed board after chairmanship ends, citing unprecedented Trump legal attacks on the central bank's independence.
Senate Banking Committee advanced Kevin Warsh's nomination for Federal Reserve chair in a 13-11 party-line vote, moving him to full Senate confirmation.
US pledges $100 million toward Chornobyl nuclear containment repairs after Russian drone strike, contributing 20% to estimated $500 million G7 restoration effort.
A South Korean appeals court sentenced ousted President Yoon Suk Yeol to seven years in prison for resisting arrest and bypassing a legitimate Cabinet meeting before his brief imposition of martial law in December 2024.
Justice Department moved Wednesday to roll back and modify a slate of gun regulations in a dramatic shift in firearm policy pushed by Second Amendment supporters.
Trump administration fired all 22 National Science Board members via email on April 24, citing constitutional concerns, immediately threatening the NSF's independence.
The Supreme Court's conservative majority appeared ready Wednesday to allow the Trump administration to potentially proceed with mass deportations of more than a million foreign nationals, including those from Haiti and Syria.
House voted 235-191 to extend FISA 702 surveillance for three years, splitting both parties over privacy safeguards.
Supreme Court ruled that Louisiana's congressional map drawn to comply with the Voting Rights Act constituted a racial gerrymander, dramatically weakening Section 2 protections.
Florida lawmakers passed redrawn congressional lines creating four more GOP-leaning seats, making it the eighth state to complete mid-decade redistricting in the 2026 election cycle.
On March 20, 2026, the Trump administration issued a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence outlining the White House's non-binding "wish list" for federal AI regulation.
OpenAI faces lawsuits alleging negligence for failing to report the shooter's account to authorities after it was flagged for gun violence activity and planning.
The Australian government announced draft legislation on April 28, 2026, proposing a 2.25% tax on Meta, Google, and TikTok unless they negotiate deals to pay local media outlets for news.
The EU accused Meta on Wednesday of failing to stop underage users from accessing Facebook and Instagram, in violation of the bloc's digital rules that require sites to protect minors.
Musk testified for nearly two hours across two days in his lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming the company's leaders stole a nonprofit charity when they created a for-profit subsidiary.
Israeli Navy began intercepting a 58-vessel Global Sumud Flotilla near the Greek Island of Crete on April 29, 2026, reigniting debate over blockade legality and humanitarian access to Gaza.
Canada denies entry to IRGC-linked football federation officials after initially granting visas, sparking criticism over screening failures.
Supreme Court heard oral arguments on Trump administration's effort to end TPS for Haitians and Syrians, with conservative justices signaling skepticism toward court review of such decisions.
Oil prices jumped more than 6% on Wednesday, after President Donald Trump said he will maintain the U.S. naval blockade against Iran until they agreed to a nuclear deal.
Senate Republicans blocked a resolution that would have prevented President Donald Trump from ordering military action against Cuba without congressional approval.
Senators Bernie Moreno (R-Ohio) and Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) introduced the Connected Vehicle Security Act on Wednesday to ban Chinese vehicles and auto parts from the U.S. market.
Trump administration orders USCIS to pause all green card and citizenship approvals until pending cases clear expanded FBI criminal background checks, effective April 27.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced congressional questioning from the House Armed Services Committee on April 29, 2026, the first time Trump's defense chief answered lawmakers' questions since the Iran war began.
Supreme Court sharply weakened a key provision of the Voting Rights Act, limiting race consideration in congressional redistricting and potentially enabling Republican gains.
Powell announces he will remain as Fed governor after his chair term ends, citing unprecedented Trump administration legal attacks threatening the Fed's independence.
The Senate Banking Committee votes on Kevin Warsh's nomination as Federal Reserve Chair on April 29, with the vote set for 10 a.m. EDT.
Powell holds likely final press conference as Fed chair Wednesday amid uncertainty over whether he'll remain on the board to protect Fed independence from Trump.
King Charles avoids Harry reunion during US state visit focused on repairing strained UK-US relations amid Iran war tensions.
Supreme Court hears arguments on whether DHS can terminate TPS for Haiti and Syria, with adjudication of judicial review power and agency procedure at stake.
HHS Secretary Kennedy told Congress the department has 72,000 employees and plans to hire 12,000 new staff, reversing roughly 60% of prior mass layoffs.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. told the House Appropriations Committee the department plans to hire 12,000 new staff, bringing headcount to 72,000 employees, one year after massive layoffs reduced the workforce to 62,000.
Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday over a photo of seashells officials said threatened President Donald Trump, charged with making a threat against the president and transmitting a threat in interstate commerce.
A federal judge issued a delay on enforcing Colorado's AI law Monday, with Attorney General Phil Weiser agreeing not to initiate enforcement within 14 days of the court ruling on xAI's preliminary injunction motion, following the Department of Justice's intervention on April 24 in a lawsuit filed by xAI challenging the Colorado Artificial Intelligence Act.
UAE announces withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+, effective May 1, 2026, ending nearly 60 years of membership.
Trump administration issued new rules for visa applications ordering diplomatic missions to ask applicants for nonimmigrant visas if they fear returning home and refuse visas for those who say yes.
The FCC ordered an accelerated review of eight ABC broadcast licenses one day after Trump and Melania Trump demanded the network fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel over a joke about Melania, raising First Amendment concerns.
India commissioned INS Aridhaman, its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, enabling continuous at-sea nuclear deterrence as it pursues an $8 billion conventional submarine deal with Germany.
American missile systems were deployed last week to a remote Luzon Strait island 100 miles south of Taiwan as part of Washington and Manila's Balikatan 2026 military drills.
A Harvard-Harris poll found Republicans and Democrats tied at 50% each on the generic congressional ballot, reversing Democratic gains from earlier in the year.
Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted Tuesday over a photo of seashells that officials said threatened President Donald Trump, marking the administration's second attempt to prosecute one of his largest political opponents.
The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that Immigration and Customs Enforcement can't indefinitely detain noncitizens awaiting immigration proceedings without regard for their criminal history or date and point of entry.
King Charles III addressed Congress to highlight the transatlantic relationship and indirectly counter Trump's NATO criticisms, amid tensions over the Iran war and Trump's criticism of Britain's refusal to join the U.S. military effort.
Federal agents executed search warrants at about 20 childcare centers in Minneapolis on Tuesday for suspected fraud, marking a resurgence in Trump administration fraud enforcement in Minnesota.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Monday the U.S. was being "humiliated" by Iran, criticizing the United States for going into the Iran war without any strategy.
Florida Republicans took up a DeSantis-proposed redistricting map aimed at flipping four Democratic House seats, likely the final mid-decade redistricting battle of the 2026 cycle.
State Department plans limited-edition redesign of American passport to coincide with nation's 250th anniversary in July, with new artwork featuring a portrait of President Trump.
UAE exits OPEC effective May 1, weakening the cartel long criticized by Trump as global economy reels from Iran war energy shock.
Trump administration challenges ABC station licenses amid Kimmel controversy, with the FCC ordering early license renewals by May 28, 2026.
The Justice Department charged former FBI Director James Comey with threatening President Trump's life by posting a seashells photo on Instagram.
Cuba faces deepening humanitarian crisis as Trump's oil blockade cuts fuel imports by 90%, causing blackouts, hospital shutdowns, and medical supply shortages.
Colorado's SB 205 AI law faces major revision with enforcement delayed to June 30, 2026, as tech industry, federal government, and even state officials push for substantial changes.
Kimmel defended himself Monday night, saying his 'expectant widow' remark about Melania Trump was 'obviously a joke about their age difference,' not a call for violence.
Cole Tomas Allen, 31, of Torrance, California, was arraigned Monday on charges stemming from the April 25 shooting at the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner.
China's National Development and Reform Commission issued a statement on April 27, 2026, prohibiting foreign investment in Meta's Manus acquisition and requiring all parties to withdraw from the deal.
Iran proposed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the war while postponing nuclear negotiations to a later stage, as Trump administration rejected the offer.
Iran's foreign minister arrived in Russia on Monday, after a whirlwind weekend of diplomacy, seeking to gain political leverage and foreign backing as peace talks with the U.S. remain on hold.
Gov. Ron DeSantis proposed new Florida voting lines that could help Republicans win four additional seats in the U.S. House this November.
Reps. Ted Lieu (D-CA) and Jay Obernolte (R-CA) introduced The American Leadership in AI Act, which brings together over 20 bipartisan proposals and will strengthen U.S. leadership in AI by improving AI standards, expanding research, modernizing federal AI adoption, and addressing AI-enabled crimes including deepfakes and supporting whistleblowers.
Nine-person jury was seated Monday in the high-stakes legal battle between longtime friends turned rivals Elon Musk and Sam Altman at a federal courthouse in Oakland, California, with opening arguments scheduled to begin on Tuesday.
Virginia Supreme Court heard oral arguments April 27 on whether a voter-approved redistricting amendment is constitutional, after Republicans challenged the procedure.
Governor Hochul signed into law a chapter amendment finalizing the Responsible AI Safety and Education Act (RAISE Act), New York's law regulating frontier AI models.
King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive April 27-30 for a state visit received by President Trump amid transatlantic tensions over Iran policy.
NYSE stocks face valuation concerns as elevated multiples coincide with strong earnings projections and geopolitical tensions from Iran conflict.
Trump attacked the press on 60 Minutes just a day after the shooting, commending law enforcement but taking sharp jabs at media coverage in a marked shift from his initially moderate tone.
DeSantis and Florida Republicans prepare for a special legislative session to redraw the state's 28 congressional districts, a move that could lead to between two and five new GOP-leaning seats.
Armed groups including Islamist militants launched one of the largest coordinated attacks seen in recent years in Mali, targeting multiple cities across the country early Saturday, killing Defense Minister Sadio Camara and seizing key northern territory.
Strikes across Ukraine, Russian-occupied territory and Russia killed at least 16 people as the Chernobyl anniversary highlighted nuclear risks of Russia-Ukraine war.
Colombia's bus bombing death toll rose to 20 on Sunday, with authorities blaming FARC dissidents amid questions about Petro's negotiation-focused peace strategy.
Abbas-backed Fatah swept Palestinian local elections held April 25-26, 2026, with 56% West Bank turnout and 23% Gaza turnout, but critics say uncontested races and PA dominance undermine democratic legitimacy.
The Supreme Court will consider whether geofencing technique violates Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches.
Trump canceled a planned trip by his top envoys, and Iran said it won't negotiate so long as it's being threatened.
Georgia wildfires expand rapidly across southeast, destroying over 120 homes and threatening evacuation zones amid historic drought.
Hisham Abugharbieh, 26, faces two counts of premeditated murder in the first degree with a weapon in the deaths of Zamil Limon and Nahida Bristy, two Bangladeshi doctoral students.
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been absent from Congress for weeks, missing over 50 votes since early March, raising questions about transparency and GOP majority vulnerability.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed into law a chapter amendment that is the final version of the Responsible AI Safety and Education Act (RAISE Act), New York's new law regulating frontier AI models, setting the strongest AI transparency law in the country.
Secret Service investigates shooting incident near magnetometer screening area at White House Correspondents' Dinner where Trump was evacuated April 25.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed Senate Bill 25B-004 on August 28, 2025, delaying the Colorado AI Act's enforcement from February 1, 2026 to June 30, 2026.
New York finalized the RAISE Act on March 27, 2026, creating the nation's strongest AI transparency standard requiring frontier developers to disclose safety protocols and report incidents within 72 hours.
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been absent from Congress since March 5, missing 50 votes while still trading stocks.
Secret Service investigates shooting incident near security screening at White House Correspondents' Dinner where Trump was evacuated on April 25, 2026.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced the Department of Justice is closing its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, referring the matter to the Federal Reserve's Inspector General.
Trump administration's DOJ joins xAI's lawsuit against Colorado's AI antidiscrimination law, marking first federal intervention in state AI regulation litigation.
Farmers in the Mississippi Delta say their patience is wearing thin as they reel from tariff effects while navigating rising fertilizer and fuel costs.
Planned Parenthood clinics have started offering cosmetic services like Botox after federal Medicaid funding cuts, sparking debate over mission alignment and tax-exempt status.
New polls showed voters prefer Democrats on the economy for the first time since 2010 and Republicans disapprove of Trump's handling of inflation.
DC Circuit ruled 2-1 Friday that Trump lacks authority under immigration law to deny asylum and create fast-track deportation procedures.
Pope Leo XIV condemned the death penalty as an attack on human dignity, hours after Trump authorized firing squads as federal execution method.
Iran's Abbas Araghchi left Islamabad after arriving Friday, prompting Trump to announce his envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will no longer travel for peace talks.
After President Trump and Congress cut certain Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood in last year's budget, some clinics have started offering aesthetic services, including Botox, to stay afloat.
New polls showed voters prefer Democrats on the economy for the first time since 2010, a shift driven by gas price spikes and inflation tied to Trump's Iran war.
A federal appeals court ruled 2-1 that Trump lacks authority to unilaterally deny migrants the ability to apply for asylum.
Pope Leo XIV condemned the death penalty as an attack on human dignity hours after the Trump administration authorized firing squads for federal executions.
Chevron CEO Mike Wirth warned that airline fares will rise and flights decline in coming weeks due to jet fuel shortages caused by Iran-Strait of Hormuz conflict.
Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation to require AI frameworks for AI frontier models, setting a nation-leading standard for AI transparency and safety.
A federal judge in California blocked the $6.2 billion mega-merger of Nexstar Media Group and its competitor Tegna, with U.S. District Judge Troy Nunley ruling in favor of U.S. attorneys who sued to block the merger, agreeing it would likely increase costs, reduce competition and weaken local news coverage.
Trump's Justice Department declared the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional on April 1, 2026, prompting historians and watchdog groups to sue.
Trump plans to attend the White House Correspondents' Dinner for the first time as president, with mentalist Oz Pearlman headlining instead of a comedian.
DOJ joined a lawsuit seeking to block Colorado's AI antidiscrimination law from taking effect, escalating a legal fight that began two weeks ago with a challenge filed by Elon Musk's xAI.
The FDA accelerated regulatory action on psychedelic therapies on April 24, 2026, following Trump's April 18 executive order directing faster access to treatments for serious mental illness.
J&J launches four medications on TrumpRx platform under quid pro quo deal securing tariff exemption in exchange for price cuts and Medicaid access.
FDA issued national priority vouchers to three companies studying psychedelic-based medicines, fast-tracking approval review following Trump's executive order.
Johnson & Johnson began marketing four medications on Trump administration's TrumpRx website, following a January agreement to lower costs in exchange for tariff exemption.
Trump announced a three-week ceasefire extension between Israel and Lebanon following talks, buying more time for diplomacy toward a peace deal.
Maine Gov. Janet Mills on Friday vetoed a hallmark bill that would have halted the construction of large data centers in the New England state for 18 months.
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced the DOJ was dropping its criminal investigation of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, referring the matter to the Fed's inspector general instead.
Johnson & Johnson began marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, April 25, 2026.
Colorado's AI law enforcement delayed from February to June 2026 after failed compromise negotiations between tech industry, consumer advocates, and lawmakers in August 2025.
Johnson & Johnson officially starts marketing four of its medications on Trump administration's TrumpRx website, capping a January deal exchanging tariff exemptions for drug price discounts.
The Trump administration is joining Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company xAI in its legal challenge to Colorado's new state law that seeks to prevent discrimination by autonomous tools.
A bipartisan group of Senators introduced the Hot Rotisserie Chicken Act to help SNAP recipients use their benefits to buy rotisserie chicken.
Oil flows through the Druzhba pipeline resumed April 23 after repairs, leading to the immediate unblocking of a €90 billion EU aid package for Ukraine and approval of the 20th package of sanctions against Russia.
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary told NBC News that the first psychedelic drug could be approved in the U.S. as soon as this summer, after the FDA issued national priority vouchers to three companies studying psilocybin and methylone for mental health conditions.
U.S. special forces soldier Gannon Ken Van Dyke was charged with allegedly making Polymarket bets based on classified information about the Nicolas Maduro raid.
After two failed votes, Mike Johnson unveiled a new plan to extend the controversial FISA 702 surveillance program for three years as an April 30 deadline approaches.
Trump proposed a taxpayer-funded takeover of Spirit Airlines amid bankruptcy, with a strategy to resell the company after oil prices fall.
The Justice Department announced on Friday that it would reimplement lethal injection and firing squads as part of the Trump administration's efforts to strengthen the federal death penalty.
A DC appeals court ruled Trump's asylum ban illegal, blocking his proclamation that suspended the right to seek asylum at the border.
The DOJ dropped its criminal investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell, removing a major hurdle to Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh to replace Powell.
Mythos, Anthropic's most advanced model to date, has drawn interest from various parts of the federal government, giving the artificial intelligence firm a chance to smooth over its rocky relationship with the Trump administration despite the blacklist.
The Trump administration is in talks to send 1,100 Afghan refugees who helped U.S. forces to the Democratic Republic of Congo after halting their U.S. resettlement.
Senate Republicans advanced a $70 billion plan to fund ICE and Border Patrol for three years in a 50-48 vote, bypassing Democratic demands for enforcement guardrails.
Texas Democrats unleash historic fundraising surge: Talarico's record $27M haul plus $22M PAC spending in House races signals 2026 competitive intentions.
Stock markets hit records on Iran ceasefire hope, driven by investor optimism about rapid conflict resolution and strong corporate earnings, despite the ceasefire remaining tenuous and unresolved.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche ordered FDA-approved and state-licensed medical marijuana placed in Schedule III, easing research barriers and federal restrictions.
Senate Republicans voted 50-48 early Thursday to adopt a budget resolution after a marathon six-hour vote session, advancing GOP plans to fund ICE and Border Patrol without Democratic support.
EU approves $106 billion Ukraine loan after Hungary lifts veto, ending months of political deadlock.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs after President Trump extended the Iran ceasefire with hopes for diplomatic resolution.
The Trump administration reclassified medical marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, easing research barriers and providing tax relief to licensed operators.
Ukraine transforms from military aid recipient to exporter, signing 10-year drone defense technology deals with Gulf states amid Iran war.
Iran attacked three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, with its Revolutionary Guard seizing two of them, escalating tensions as President Trump extended the ceasefire indefinitely while continuing the U.S. naval blockade.
Navy Secretary John Phelan fired after 13 months over shipbuilding reform disagreements with Defense Secretary Hegseth amid Iran war operations.
Pope Leo XIV urged the United States and Iran to return to talks to end the war Thursday and condemned capital punishment, in a wide-ranging press conference en route home from his trip to Africa.
Kalshi suspended three congressional candidates and imposed fines of $539-$6,229 for betting on their own election races, marking its second major enforcement action this year.
Trump announces Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend their ceasefire by three weeks following a White House meeting with top U.S. officials.
House Appropriations FDA subcommittee advanced a bill to increase the agency's spending by approximately $200 million Thursday (April 23) with a party-line vote.
Acting AG Todd Blanche immediately reclassified state-licensed medical marijuana and FDA-approved products to Schedule III while scheduling a June 29 hearing on broader rescheduling, dividing both left and right.
State Rep. James Talarico raised $27 million in the first three months of 2026 in his bid to flip Texas, the largest-ever sum for a Senate candidate in the first quarter of an election year.
Regeneron will provide free gene therapy Otarmeni for genetic hearing loss and lower Medicaid prices, the final drug deal in Trump's most-favored-nation pricing initiative.
Iran seized two container ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, shortly after the U.S. extended the ceasefire, escalating maritime tensions amid the blockade standoff.
Prince Harry makes unannounced Ukraine visit, breaks royal convention with direct political appeals to Trump and Putin on military aid and ending the war.
The Senate passed S.Con.Res.33 by a vote of 50-48 setting forth the congressional budget for fiscal year 2026, setting the stage for Congress to vote next month on a budget reconciliation package to fund immigration enforcement and reopen the Department of Homeland Security.
President Donald Trump ordered the U.S. Navy to 'shoot and kill any boat' laying mines in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday, escalating maritime tensions amid a fragile ceasefire.
Navy Secretary John Phelan departed the Trump administration effective immediately, with Undersecretary Hung Cao assuming the acting role.
RFK Jr. faced grilling from Senate Republicans including physicians John Barrasso and Bill Cassidy over his controversial vaccine record during April 22 hearings.
Virginia voters narrowly approved redistricting on April 21 before a judge blocked implementation on April 22, creating legal turmoil that will determine whether Democrats gain up to four midterm seats.
Six months after the ceasefire announcement, Gaza's humanitarian crisis is deteriorating at an alarming pace as world attention shifts elsewhere.
Iran attacked three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, saying its Revolutionary Guard seized two of them hours after President Trump extended a ceasefire with Iran, creating a dispute over ceasefire compliance.
A state court judge blocked Virginia from moving forward with a redistricting effort that passed in a referendum a day earlier.
Rep. Eric Swalwell dropped out of California's gubernatorial race and resigned from Congress after multiple women accused him of sexual assault and misconduct.
RFK Jr. concluded marathon congressional hearings on April 22 during which he deflected blame for measles outbreaks and defended Trump's 12%+ HHS budget cuts.
A Virginia circuit court judge ruled that Democrats' redistricting referendum was unconstitutional one day after voters approved the Democrat-drawn map.
Israeli forces killed at least five people on Wednesday, despite the 10-day, U.S.-brokered ceasefire that's supposed to remain in effect until Sunday.
Maine legislature passed the nation's first statewide data center moratorium, and Governor Mills has until April 25th to sign, veto, or let it become law.
S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit record highs as Trump extends Iran ceasefire indefinitely amid fragile peace talks.
RFK Jr. faced tough questioning as he caps off seven hearings on the Hill in as many days defending Trump's budget proposal to Congress.
Trump Media has lost more than $1 billion since going public two years ago, prompting CEO leadership change.
Bipartisan senators introduce Hot Rotisserie Chicken Act to allow SNAP recipients to purchase hot rotisserie chicken, currently prohibited under decades-old food purchase restrictions.
David Scott, D-Ga., who made history as the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died at age 80.
Sgt. First Class Jose Serrano said his wife, Deisy Rivera Ortega, was arrested by ICE on April 14 during an appointment at an immigration office in El Paso, sparking debate over Trump administration policy eliminating military family protections.
Combat veteran oyster farmer Graham Platner seizes on voter backlash to Iran war to propel his Maine Democratic Senate primary campaign against Gov. Janet Mills.
Iran's Foreign Ministry rejected planned peace talks in Islamabad, with President Pezeshkian saying U.S. demands seek Iran's surrender, citing contradictory signals and unrealistic expectations.
Stock futures rose early Wednesday after President Donald Trump extended the U.S. ceasefire with Iran, reversing market losses from the previous day amid investor relief over diplomacy continuing.
The Senate voted on Tuesday to launch a new effort to reopen the Department of Homeland Security and end the current shutdown.
Senate Banking Committee holds confirmation hearing for Kevin Warsh to replace Fed Chair Jerome Powell, whose term expires May 15.
CMS announced April 21 that it is delaying implementation of the Medicare Part D portion of the BALANCE Model for 2027 pending further evaluation and data collection. The Medicare GLP-1 Bridge will be extended through December 31, 2027, providing eligible Medicare Part D beneficiaries with access to certain GLP-1 drugs and allowing CMS to collect additional data on GLP-1 utilization to share with Part D plan sponsors ahead of potential implementation of BALANCE in Part D.
A federal grand jury indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center on 11 counts of wire and bank fraud-related charges for paying members of extremist groups as part of its efforts to investigate them without disclosing the practice to donors or banks.
Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals upholds Texas law requiring Ten Commandments display in every public school classroom in 9-8 decision.
President Trump extended the Iran ceasefire indefinitely on Tuesday, saying the extension was warranted due to Tehran's government being "seriously fractured," requiring leaders to submit a "unified proposal" to end the war.
Kevin Warsh testified before the Senate Banking Committee on Tuesday amid pressure from the Trump administration to lower interest rates, with central bank independence in focus amid a Justice Department criminal investigation into Powell's handling of Fed headquarters renovations.
President Trump will read verses from the Old Testament that will be streamed across the country Tuesday evening as part of a week-long "America Reads the Bible" event to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier opened an investigation into OpenAI over whether the company 'bears criminal responsibility' for a shooting at Florida State University last year.
Virginia voters approved a Democratic plan to allow them to redraw the state congressional map for the remainder of the decade, part of the partisan battle over redistricting ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
The Trump administration obtained a criminal indictment on Tuesday charging the Southern Poverty Law Center with defrauding its own donors by using paid informants to infiltrate far-right organizations.
Democratic lawmakers are demanding that the Trump administration halt plans to collect sensitive medical records for millions of federal workers and retirees.
A federal grand jury indicted the Southern Poverty Law Center on fraud charges for allegedly improperly raising millions of dollars to pay informants to infiltrate extremist groups.
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from the House minutes before an ethics vote on her expulsion over fraud allegations.
Iran refuses to negotiate under threats as Trump maintains blockade with ceasefire expiring in days.
Virginia voters faced a constitutional amendment referendum on April 21, 2026 that would temporarily allow the state legislature to redraw congressional districts outside the bipartisan commission process.
The U.S. military struck a boat accused of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing three people Sunday, marking the latest in a campaign that has killed at least 181 people.
Rep. María Elvira Salazar faces criticism from right-wing commentators and fellow Republicans over her Dignity Act immigration bill, with calls for primary challengers.
Canadian PM Mark Carney said Canada's economic ties to the U.S. have become a "weakness" due to President Trump's trade and tariff policies.
DOJ sues DC Water for failing to maintain aging Potomac sewage pipe, seeking penalties and operational improvements after January 200+ million gallon spill.
Court ruling grants Arizona election skeptic Justin Heap more authority over Maricopa County elections, fueling concerns about voter trust.
DNC launches in-person vetting of five finalist cities for 2028 convention amid competing cities criticizing each other's weaknesses.
Trump signed an executive order April 18 to accelerate research and approval of psychedelic therapies for PTSD, depression and addiction, allocating $50 million federal funding.
Multiple European venues canceled Ye's planned concerts after France and other countries moved to ban performances over his antisemitic past.
Trump administration is pushing back on Republican-led AI bills in Nebraska and Tennessee, with sources familiar with the negotiations describing the outreach as pressure to weaken or abandon the efforts.
U.S. stocks fell Monday as tensions between the U.S. and Iran escalated over the weekend after the U.S. Navy seized an Iranian-flagged ship and Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz, with the S&P 500 shedding 0.24% and crude oil spiking 6%.
Pennsylvania's Commonwealth Court ruled Monday that the state's ban on public funding for abortion is unconstitutional, recognizing "a fundamental right to reproductive autonomy" in the Pennsylvania Constitution.
Supreme Court declined to hear parents' appeal challenging whether public schools violate constitutional parental rights by supporting a child's social gender transition without parental knowledge or consent.
Singer D4vd pleads not guilty to first-degree murder charges in death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, facing possible death penalty.
Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer is out of President Donald Trump's Cabinet after multiple allegations of abusing her position's power, including having an affair with a subordinate and drinking alcohol on the job.
House Republicans' campaign arm raised $47.1 million in the first three months of 2026, a record-breaking haul for midterm push.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani called his relationship with Trump "honest, direct and productive" in an NBC interview, one day before Trump said Mamdani is "destroying New York."
The United States and the Philippines kicked off one of their largest combat exercises Monday as an annual display of allied military might aimed at deterring aggression in Asia, with China objecting to the U.S.-Philippine drills, saying they are aimed at containing its global rise.
Trump announced a U.S. delegation will head to Pakistan to resume talks to end the war with Iran, but Tehran expressed reluctance after the U.S. seized one of its cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and reporter Sarah Fitzpatrick on Monday over a story alleging excessive drinking and unexplained absences.
U.S. seizes Iranian cargo ship in Gulf of Oman as Iran re-closes Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions days before ceasefire expires.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection launched an online portal Monday allowing businesses to request refunds for tariffs the Supreme Court deemed illegal.
Pope Leo XIV said Saturday "it's not in my interest" to debate US President Donald Trump, insisting his trip to Africa is focused on peacebuilding rather than any personal clash.
More than 200 immigration judges have been fired, forced out or retired and are being replaced by 'deportation judges.'
North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles Sunday that may have been tests of submarine-launched weapons, marking North Korea's first submarine-launched ballistic missile test in four years if confirmed.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel rejected the DOJ's effort to obtain 2024 ballots and voting materials from Wayne County, after Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon sent a letter demanding the records.
North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles from Sinpo on April 19, raising concerns over possible submarine-launched capabilities and signaling strength ahead of potential Trump talks.
USS Spruance fired rounds into Iranian cargo ship M/V Touska's engine room after it ignored six-hour warning period, disabling the vessel and seizing it as first enforcement action of US naval blockade.
North Korea launched its seventh ballistic missile test of 2026 and fourth in April on Sunday, signaling military advances amid US-Iran conflicts.
UK police announced Sunday they are investigating whether arson attacks on Jewish sites in London are the work of Iranian proxies, as the country's chief rabbi said British Jews are facing a campaign of violence.
Domestic violence incident in Shreveport, Louisiana leaves eight children dead in nation's deadliest mass shooting since 2024.
Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas have announced plans to remain on the Supreme Court, with Alito intending to serve at least into 2027 and Thomas expected to remain on the bench.
Pope Leo XIV downplays Trump feud on Africa tour, rejects media narrative pitting him against the president over Iran war criticism.
Iowa's school choice expansion drives student exodus from Cedar Rapids public schools, threatening school closures as ESA dollars flow to private schools.
Trump administration releases national AI policy framework pushing for broad federal preemption of state AI laws while proposing limited carve-outs for child safety and other areas.
North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles from Sinpo on April 19, raising concerns over possible submarine-launched capabilities and signaling strength ahead of potential Trump talks.
A gunman killed six people and injured at least 14 in Kyiv before police shot and killed him, with subsequent investigation launched into police conduct after video showed officers running away.
President Donald Trump said U.S. negotiators will head to Pakistan on Monday for the next round of peace talks with Iran.
U.S. Customs will start accepting tariff refund requests Monday from businesses that paid President Trump's tariffs before the Supreme Court ruled them unconstitutional.
Senate approved a short-term FISA Section 702 extension to April 30 after House Republicans blocked both longer proposals, leaving the warrant requirement debate unresolved.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent joined White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles to meet with Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei Friday to discuss the company's new Mythos AI model, signaling potential thaw in Pentagon dispute.
Federal Judge Troy Nunley issued a preliminary injunction blocking Nexstar's $6.2 billion merger with Tegna until an antitrust trial plays out, rejecting regulatory approval.
President Trump signed an executive order to fast-track psychedelic research and FDA approval, sparking debate among doctors over safety and mental health benefits.
Trump nominates pro-vaccine public health veteran Schwartz as CDC director, signaling shift away from RFK Jr.'s vaccine skepticism ahead of midterms.
U.S. District Judge Mary McElroy dismissed the DOJ's lawsuit seeking Rhode Island's unredacted voter rolls containing personal information, marking another court loss for the Trump administration's voter data campaign.
Conservative attorney Joseph DiGenova appointed to oversee Brennan investigation after career prosecutor removed for resisting pressure to bring charges quickly.
U.S. State Department delegation lands in Cuba via government plane for first time since Obama, meeting Castro's grandson to demand economic and political reforms.
Rotavirus cases surge across the U.S. as declining vaccination rates—linked to Trump administration attempts to remove the vaccine from the childhood schedule—sow confusion among parents.
Consumer sentiment hits record low of 47.6 amid Iran war-driven energy spike, despite resilient unemployment and moderating inflation rates.
A federal judge blocked local TV giant Nexstar's takeover of rival Tegna until an antitrust trial plays out.
Jet fuel prices have roughly doubled since the start of the war in Iran, forcing airlines globally to raise fares, cut flights, and add surcharges as the Strait of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas supplies are shipped, remains disrupted.
CDC adopted December vote to drop universal hepatitis B birth dose recommendation despite no new safety evidence.
Senate approves short-term extension of FISA Section 702 surveillance authority through April 30, after GOP efforts for longer renewal collapsed.
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open on April 17, but Trump immediately said the U.S. blockade would remain, leading Iran to reverse its opening the next day citing the blockade as a ceasefire violation.
A federal judge blocked Nexstar's $6.2 billion takeover of Tegna until an antitrust trial plays out, potentially compelling Nexstar to unwind the deal if it loses.
Twenty-nine people have died in ICE custody since October, the start of the federal government's fiscal year, already surpassing 2004's toll of 28, the previous record, according to government data.
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed an executive order ensuring AI solutions cannot be misused by bad actors, directly opposing Trump's deregulatory framework.
NYC doormen and building owners reach tentative deal averting strike, securing wage increases and preserved health benefits.
RFK Jr. defended Trump's mental fitness during House hearings, declaring him 'very, very sane' and rejecting calls to invoke the 25th Amendment.
Arizona judge ruled that Maricopa County Board of Supervisors unlawfully seized election duties from County Recorder Justin Heap and must return those powers and resources.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei met with White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on April 17, with the White House calling talks "productive and constructive."
Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announce 10-year relationship split and end joint podcast 'A Touch More'
Israel and Lebanon agreed to a US-brokered 10-day ceasefire beginning April 16, aiming to halt six weeks of fighting and enable direct peace negotiations—the first government talks in decades.
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons submitted his resignation letter to Homeland Secretary Markwayne Mullin on Thursday, with his last day set for May 31, 2026.
Federal agencies reported 3,611 AI use cases in 2025, doubling from prior year amid concerns over oversight gaps and workforce implications.
Iran declares Strait of Hormuz open to commercial traffic; stocks surge and oil prices fall sharply.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna accuses Sen. Ruben Gallego of sexual misconduct, alleging a woman is coming forward with allegations of a sexual nature.
Rotavirus is surging across the U.S. with only 73.8% of children vaccinated, amid concerns that the Trump administration's attempted removal of the rotavirus vaccine has planted seeds of vaccine hesitancy.
Trump nominates Dr. Erica Schwartz as new CDC director on April 16, 2026, signaling a shift away from vaccine skepticism ahead of midterm elections.
Civil rights groups gathered outside Globe Life Field on Jackie Robinson Day to urge the Texas Rangers to remove a controversial statue.
RFK Jr. faced intense congressional grilling on measles outbreaks during April 16-17 hearings, sparring with Democrats over vaccine policy while Republicans largely supported him.
Republican-controlled states like Indiana and Idaho are implementing stricter Medicaid work requirements than federal law requires, demanding 3 months of work history before enrollment.
Ten House Republicans joined Democrats in a 224-204 vote to extend Haitian Temporary Protected Status through 2029, defying Trump administration immigration policy.
Democrat Analilia Mejia won the special election to fill New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill's House seat, defeating Republican Joe Hathaway in the 11th District.
The FAA announced it would require airlines to collectively trim around 12% of all takeoffs and landings at Chicago O'Hare scheduled for summer 2026.
President Prabowo Subianto's reduced commitment to Nusantara—marked by halved 2026 funding and a shift to "political capital" terminology—raises questions about the project's viability.
Singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of killing a 14-year-old girl whose decomposed body was found in his Tesla, reigniting debates over celebrity accountability and the presumption of innocence.
New York will lose more than $73.5 million in federal money because the Transportation Department said Thursday that state has refused to revoke nearly 33,000 questionable commercial driver's licenses for immigrants since an audit uncovered problems.
RFK Jr. defended his health department record before House committees, facing heated Democratic criticism over vaccine policy and measles outbreaks while Republicans praised his health initiatives.
Trump nominates former deputy surgeon general Erica Schwartz to lead CDC, signaling potential shift away from Kennedy's vaccine skepticism.
Anthropic restricts release of Mythos AI model due to unprecedented cybersecurity capabilities, launching Project Glasswing to give defenders time to patch vulnerabilities before broader access.
The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts approved the design concept for Trump's 250-foot triumphal arch, advancing a controversial project that critics say threatens historic monuments.
House passes Haitian TPS extension 224-204 with 10 Republicans defying Trump and GOP leadership.
Georgia swing voters expressing dissatisfaction with Trump's Iran war amid polling showing the conflict is broadly unpopular with the American public.
HUD workers launched an anonymous website Thursday accusing Trump of blocking fair housing enforcement, while Secretary Turner says the administration is 'restoring sanity' to the law.
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, two days after the countries held their first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington.
KFF Health News analysis found Medi-Cal lost almost 100,000 immigrants without legal status in the second half of 2025, driven by immigration raids, Trump administration plans to share Medicaid data with ICE, and federal restrictions on immigrant Medicaid eligibility.
Tony Gonzales, R-San Antonio, submitted his resignation Tuesday from the U.S. House, ending a five-year congressional career months after he revealed he had an affair with an aide who later died by suicide.
President Trump wants to do away with the filibuster in order to pass the Save America Act, but many Senate Republicans are reluctant, wary of what it would mean if they were to lose their majority.
Senate Republicans on Wednesday rejected the latest Democratic attempt to halt President Donald Trump's war in Iran, turning aside a resolution that would require the U.S. to withdraw forces from the conflict until Congress authorizes further action.
China's Foreign Ministry condemns U.S. blockade of Iranian ports, invoking bilateral trade and energy agreements with Iran while warning against interference in its affairs.
The U.S. military naval blockade of Iran took effect on April 13, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET, targeting ships entering or exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas.
Pakistan hosts high-stakes US-Iran peace talks that conclude without agreement, highlighting Islamabad's delicate balancing act between mediation and Saudi defense commitments.
Reps. Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales resigned from Congress Tuesday, moments before their House colleagues were prepared to set in motion their swift removal.
Hours after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at his San Francisco home, Sam Altman shared a family photo in a blog post, hoping to dissuade future attackers and calling for de-escalation of AI rhetoric.
Cato Institute analysis reveals Trump administration has cut legal immigration far more dramatically than illegal crossings, with 132,000 fewer legal entries monthly versus 50,000 fewer illegal entries.
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has floated a possible combination with American Airlines to the Trump administration, proposing the world's largest airline.
North Korea conducted tests of strategic cruise and anti-warship missiles on Sunday as part of operational efficiency trials of its destroyer Choe Hyon, with the reference to a fourth destroyer appearing to signal acceleration of a destroyer flotilla.
Trump admin announced over 150 companies accepted to participate in first cohort for CMS' ACCESS model, which will reward AI and tech-driven care with increased Medicare reimbursement.
Trump attacked Pope Leo XIV for criticizing the US-Israeli war on Iran, calling him 'WEAK on crime' and 'terrible for foreign policy,' as tensions between the president and the first American pope escalate.
Olivia Troye, a former adviser to Vice President Mike Pence, announced Tuesday that she would run for Congress as a Democrat in Virginia's proposed new 7th District, pending passage of a sweeping redistricting referendum this month.
The Justice Department moved Tuesday to vacate the seditious conspiracy convictions of former Proud Boys leaders who led hundreds of supporters to the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.
China warned the U.S. 'not to meddle in our affairs,' noting it has 'trade and energy agreements with Iran.'
Following an FBI raid on his Texas home Monday, a man suspected of throwing a Molotov cocktail at OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's house faces charges including attempted murder.
Senate negotiations to revive enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies that expired at the end of 2025 appeared to be fizzling out, with Democrats expressing little optimism about a proposal from Sen. Bernie Moreno.
Governor Hochul signed the RAISE Act into law December 19, 2025, requiring large AI developers to create and publish safety protocols and report incidents within 72 hours.
Danish study of 1.5 million children finds no link between acetaminophen in pregnancy and autism, contradicting RFK Jr.'s high-profile claims.
Trump administration agreed in court settlement to keep Pride flag at Stonewall National Monument after removing it in February.
Pakistan-mediated US-Iran talks held in Islamabad on April 11-12, 2026 lasted 21 hours but ended without agreement, though Pakistan emerged with its mediation role intact.
Péter Magyar, Hungary's center-right leader who unseated Viktor Orbán as prime minister in a landslide election victory on Sunday, said he is willing to talk to President Vladimir Putin "but will not be friends" with the Russian leader.
Rep. Eric Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress on Monday amid sexual misconduct allegations, while still denying some of the allegations.
Former Canadian PM Justin Trudeau attended Coachella with girlfriend Katy Perry, facing backlash over plastic cup use despite his single-use plastics ban.
Ex-CIA Director John Brennan argues the 25th Amendment was specifically designed for a president like Trump, citing his threatening Iran rhetoric and nuclear weapons control.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is on the verge of securing a majority government as special elections are held in three districts on Monday.
Sam Altman published a blog post responding to both an attack on his home and a critical New Yorker profile raising questions about his trustworthiness.
US stock markets rally as investors bet on eventual Iran peace deal despite Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade announcement.
Polls closed in Peru's presidential elections with no clear frontrunner as voters chose the country's ninth leader in a decade.
Australia's implementation of the world's first-ever social media ban for children is facing significant enforcement challenges as many users find ways to circumvent restrictions.
Vance suffered a stinging embarrassment Sunday as voters ousted Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán—an ally of President Donald Trump and an icon of the global right—despite the vice president's on-the-ground campaigning blitz last week.
Maine advances bill to ban large data centers until late 2027, potentially becoming first state to temporarily halt AI infrastructure expansion as communities cite power costs and environmental concerns.
Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel insisted he's not "stepping down" in an NBC News interview, defying Trump administration pressure for regime change amid economic crisis.
Communities nationwide actively resist data center expansion, citing environmental and electricity cost concerns despite tech industry's $700B annual buildout for AI.
Trump announced the U.S. will blockade the Strait of Hormuz after peace talks with Iran failed in Pakistan.
Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign faces implosion after sexual misconduct allegations surface, triggering Democratic defections, criminal investigations, and expulsion threats.
Trump announces US will blockade the Strait of Hormuz after talks to end the Iran war ended without resolution.
Governor Hochul signed legislation to require AI frameworks for AI frontier models, setting a nation-leading standard for AI transparency and safety.
Gas prices in the United States have soared up more than 30% since the U.S. and Israel launched the war, creating economic and political pressure on Trump and his administration.
Hungary's April 12 election tests whether Orbán's 16-year control over power can survive a challenge from opposition Tisza leader Péter Magyar, with stakes extending across Europe and the Trump-Putin alignment.
Peru holds its ninth presidential election in a decade amid systemic political chaos, with 35 candidates competing as voters prioritize crime and security.
States and stakeholders struggle with Trump administration's tight timeline to implement mandatory Medicaid work requirements by January 2027, with HHS yet to release final guidance.
VP Vance left Islamabad after talks with Iran ended without a deal, saying he put forward a "final and best offer."
A federal appeals court ruled 2-1 that Trump's plan for a massive neoclassical ballroom can move forward temporarily while the lower court reviews congressional approval requirements.
Federal courts split sharply on prediction market regulation, with Third Circuit backing CFTC federal authority while Ninth Circuit allows state bans.
U.S. has spent $28 billion on Iran war, raising debate over whether funds could better address healthcare, housing, and domestic priorities instead.
A federal appeals court ruled Saturday that President Trump's $400 million White House ballroom construction can continue through April 17, even as Trump privately advocated for painting the Eisenhower Executive Office Building with a "magic paint with silicate."
Pope Leo XIV on Saturday denounced the "delusion of omnipotence" that is fueling the U.S.-Israel war in Iran and demanded political leaders stop and negotiate peace.
Trump administration releases official renderings for controversial 250-foot triumphal arch on National Mall near Arlington Cemetery, marking the largest triumphal arch in the world.
US intelligence indicates China is preparing to deliver new air defense systems to Iran within the next few weeks.
Eric Swalwell's run for California governor is imploding after multiple women have accused him of sexual assault, prompting the Manhattan District Attorney's Office to investigate an allegation of sexual assault against Swalwell.
A US delegation led by Vice President JD Vance is holding face-to-face negotiations with Iranian officials in Pakistan, marking an unprecedented diplomatic moment for the anti-interventionist VP.
Hungary votes Sunday in a pivotal test of Viktor Orbán's "illiberal democracy," as challenger Péter Magyar taps voter frustration.
Graham Platner's campaign told donors he is pivoting to focus on the general election against Republican Susan Collins with polls showing him leading Janet Mills by double digits two months before the June 9 primary.
INEC postpones nationwide voter revalidation exercise to after 2027 elections following intense opposition criticism from multiple political parties over concerns of mass disenfranchisement.
Court panel heard April 10 challenge by 23 states led by New York arguing Trump failed to show required balance of payments imbalance for Section 122 tariffs.
Idaho Gov. Brad Little signed House Bill 913 on April 10, 2026, establishing Medicaid work requirements and requiring applicants to demonstrate three months of compliance before enrolling.
Harris confirmed Friday that she is 'thinking about' running for president in 2028 at the National Action Network Convention.
USPS suspends employer pension contributions to save $2.5 billion as agency faces cash depletion by early 2027 without major congressional reform.
White House officials offered an Indiana Senate candidate potential government jobs and appointments in exchange for dropping out of the Republican primary election, according to recorded calls released Friday.
Trump administration acknowledged it made a significant error in figures used to help justify a fraud probe into New York's Medicaid program.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris confirmed Friday she is "thinking about" running for president in 2028 at the National Action Network Convention in her most open public remarks to date about her political future.
California's attorney general filed charges against 21 suspects, accusing the group of defrauding the state of $267 million through fraudulent billing to Medi-Cal.
California charges 21 suspects in $267M hospice fraud scheme while sparring with Trump administration over state's fraud enforcement efforts.
Lockheed Martin secured a $4.7 billion contract to accelerate production of Patriot interceptor missiles following a seven-year agreement to more than triple annual output.
Federal funding for reproductive health clinics is back on track, but some new rules appear to stray from the original program mission by shifting focus toward natural family planning methods.
A "fragile and muddled" two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, brokered by Pakistan and officially launched on April 8, has yet to provide relief that energy markets hoped for, as flows through the strait remain constrained, with traders reporting no clear signs yet of a sustained resumption in shipments since a ceasefire was announced.
Trump administration files official designs for 250-foot 'triumphal arch' at Memorial Circle, topped with Lady Liberty statue and inscribed with 'One Nation Under God.'
Consumer prices in March were up 3.3% from a year ago, the biggest annual increase in nearly two years, with higher gasoline prices tied to the war with Iran accounting for much of the surge.
Israel launched massive attacks across Lebanon killing at least 357 people hours after ceasefire announcement, creating a fundamental dispute over whether Lebanon was covered by the US-Iran truce.
Xi Jinping met Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun in Beijing, saying China welcomes "peaceful development" across the Taiwan Strait, marking a shift in KMT messaging on defense spending.
California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell denies sexual assault allegations amid rising demands for him to quit after the San Francisco Chronicle reported that a former staffer alleged he sexually assaulted her.
Trump administration admits major error in personal care services data used to justify New York Medicaid fraud investigation.
Clean energy advocates won an 8-to-6 majority on SRP's 14-member board while business-backed candidates retained president and vice president positions.
Trump administration pushing back on Republican-led AI bills in Nebraska and Tennessee, described as pressure to weaken or abandon efforts.
Melania Trump made a rare public statement denying she was friends with Jeffrey Epstein or that Epstein introduced her to President Trump.
The FDA is asking for expanded authority over direct-to-consumer (D2C) drug advertising in its 2027 budget proposal, including expanding the definition of misbranded drugs and more directly targeting compounded drugs.
Medicaid work rules requiring extensive IT system changes and new training will stress states' already-strained staffing capacity, creating administrative implementation challenges ahead of the January 2027 deadline.
FCC Chair Brendan Carr announced on April 9, 2026, that the Commission will vote on a new Report and Order to modernize satellite spectrum-sharing regulations, with potential to unlock over $2 billion in economic benefits and increase space-based broadband capacity by up to sevenfold.
NASA is targeting splashdown at 8:07 p.m. (5:07 p.m. PDT) Friday, April 10, off the coast of San Diego, as GOP leaders celebrate the mission as ushering in America's 'golden age' of space exploration.
Netanyahu announced Israel will begin direct negotiations with Lebanon on disarming Hezbollah and establishing peaceful relations, though Israeli officials stated there is no ceasefire and talks will be held under fire.
Democrats won a Wisconsin Supreme Court seat by 20 points, cementing a 5-2 liberal majority, while Republicans won Georgia's special House election by a narrower margin than expected.
Anthropic announced Claude Mythos Preview will not be released publicly due to unprecedented ability to autonomously find and exploit software vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Wednesday the upper chamber will vote on a war powers resolution to check President Trump's power over military operations in Iran.
Iran ceasefire lifts rate-cut odds as Fed signals one cut in 2026 amid inflation, labor market uncertainty.
Democrats continued to overperform in Georgia and Wisconsin elections Tuesday, a trend that started in 2025 and reshaped expectations for 2026.
Japanese PM Takaichi spoke with Iranian President Pezeshkian on Wednesday hours after a ceasefire agreement, urging Iran to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
A Palestinian WHO driver, Majdi Aslan, 54, was killed by Israeli gunfire in Gaza on Monday while driving an internationally marked vehicle, with accounts sharply conflicting over vehicle markings.
A man was hospitalized in critical condition Tuesday after ICE officers fired at him during a targeted vehicle stop in Patterson, California, sparking disputes over whether he threatened agents.
Israel renewed strikes on Lebanon on April 8 as Netanyahu insisted the Iran ceasefire does not include Lebanon, contradicting Pakistani mediators' claim the ceasefire includes all fronts including Lebanon.
Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the United States, with talks set to begin Friday April 10 in Islamabad based on Iran's 10-point proposal.
Trump and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire hours before his deadline, contingent on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
New allegations that Rep. Tony Gonzales sent sexually explicit text messages to a campaign staffer marked the second time the Texas Republican has been accused of sexual advances toward an employee, with the San Antonio Express-News reporting Monday that Gonzales had sent text messages to the political director for his 2020 campaign, repeatedly pressing her for nude photos.
Cassidy faces two GOP primary challengers — one of whom has Trump's backing — in deep-red Louisiana next month.
Democratic-backed Chris Taylor won Wisconsin's Supreme Court race, defeating Maria Lazar in the fourth straight liberal victory, growing the court's liberal majority.
Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday condemned President Donald Trump's warning that "a whole civilization will die" if Iran fails to agree to a deal, calling the threat "truly unacceptable."
ICE arrested more than 800 people following TSA tips from start of Trump's presidency through February 2026, far exceeding what was previously known.
Tucker Carlson has fully turned against Trump over the war in Iran, going as far as to liken Trump to the Antichrist on his podcast.
Over 50 House Democrats and two senators call for invoking the 25th Amendment against Trump after his expletive-filled threats to destroy Iran's civilian infrastructure.
Russia and China vetoed a Bahrain-led UN Security Council resolution on reopening the Strait of Hormuz hours before Trump's deadline.
Iran rejects temporary ceasefire, demands permanent war end and sanctions relief as Trump threatens civilian infrastructure strikes by Tuesday deadline.
IAEA chief warns US-Israeli strikes near Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant 'must stop,' warning they could cause a severe radiological accident.
Vice President JD Vance travels to Budapest to bolster support for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, whose Fidesz Party faces its most difficult election in over a decade.
A JAMA Internal Medicine study found medication abortion pills would be safe to sell over-the-counter at pharmacies.
VOA journalists sue Trump administration over censorship and propaganda at federally funded broadcaster, alleging editorial independence violation.
Highlands Community Charter School denies fraud allegations ahead of April audit appeal, claiming leadership has corrected prior violations despite state audit findings of $180 million in ineligible K-12 funding.
DeSantis signed HB 1471, allowing Florida to designate groups as domestic terrorist organizations , expanding executive power over dissent and sparking civil liberties concerns.
Newly released emails show U.S. Marshals waived federal training requirements for Elon Musk's security deputies while he led DOGE, allowing unqualified bodyguards to carry federal credentials.
Tax cuts are becoming the hottest new idea in Democratic politics, as candidates across the party spectrum seek to capitalize on cost-of-living struggles and win back working-class voters.
DC US Attorney Jeanine Pirro's office has won only half of its eight criminal trials this year, far below the national average, amid jury distrust in the Trump administration and Justice Department.
Donald Trump threatens to jail journalists over leak revealing second F-15 airman missing after plane shot down in Iran.
Democratic left consolidating support and swing voters disliking both parties breaking heavily toward Democrats for first time in years.
Trump threatened to bomb Iranian power plants and bridges while using profanities, ending with "Praise be to Allah" on Easter Sunday.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore criticizes Trump's Iran war strategy, warning the U.S. is lurching into another 'forever war' without clear objectives or victory conditions.
ICE is shifting from aggressive street-level enforcement to operations relying heavily on local law enforcement, using the 287(g) program.
Senate unanimously passed DHS funding bill Thursday, moving agency closer to ending nearly 50-day funding gap.
Trump gives Iran 48-hour ultimatum on Strait of Hormuz with "Glory be to GOD" invocation as tensions escalate into sixth week of war.
President Trump's $1.5 trillion defense budget request represents the largest such request in decades.
Donald Trump on Friday officially requested $1.5 trillion in spending for the Pentagon next fiscal year, which would be the largest defense budget in U.S. history.
Hegseth fires Army Chief of Staff amid promotion block controversy, intensifying debate over merit versus DEI in military advancement.
Jared Wise, a former FBI agent prosecuted for his alleged role in the Jan. 6 attack, resigned from his Justice Department position, claiming the abuses by the FBI and DOJ against J6 defendants can only be exposed from outside government.
Trump declared JD Vance as the nation's 'fraud czar' with a focus primarily on Democratic-led states.
Ceasefire efforts between US and Iran reached a dead end Friday as Iran told mediators it wouldn't meet US officials in Islamabad and rejected a 48-hour ceasefire proposal.
ICE stationed outside Marine Corps graduation events upended family plans and drew out protesters, forcing some families to forgo the ceremony.
GOP Senator John Curtis said Wednesday he will not support the U.S.-Israeli military offensive in Iran after the conflict reaches 60 days without congressional approval.
Georgia lawmakers ended their annual session Friday without a plan to overhaul the voting system by July deadline, leaving uncertainty about November elections.
Donald Trump proposed boosting defense spending to $1.5 trillion in his 2027 budget, the largest request in decades, triggering sharp partisan conflict over military versus domestic priorities.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the Army's top officer, Gen. Randy George, amid concerns about politicization of the military during the Iran war.
23 Democratic states and D.C. sued Friday to block Trump's mail-voting executive order, arguing it unconstitutionally interferes with state election authority.
Donald Trump signed a memorandum ordering all Department of Homeland Security employees be paid amid the ongoing partial government shutdown.
Cuba announced it would release 2,010 inmates as a 'humanitarian gesture' while the Trump administration maintains its oil blockade pressure.
Iran struck Kuwait's largest oil refinery and the Habshan gas facility in the UAE on Friday amid escalating exchanges with the U.S. and Israel on day 35 of the war.
Donald Trump officially requested $1.5 trillion in defense spending for fiscal 2027, the largest defense budget in U.S. history, representing a 28 percent increase from the FY26 base budget.
First U.S. jet downed by enemy fire in Iran war; one pilot rescued, second crew member status unclear.
Judge dismisses 10 of 13 claims in Blake Lively's lawsuit against Justin Baldoni, allowing retaliation and breach of contract claims to proceed to trial in May.
House Speaker Johnson told Republicans he won't hold a vote on DHS funding until the Senate makes significant progress on ICE and CBP funding.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George and two other generals on Thursday amid the Iran war.
State Department announces changes to foreign service test and adds "America First" curriculum to orientation, eliminating diversity questions.
The U.S. lifted sanctions on Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez on Wednesday, allowing her to work more freely with U.S. companies and investors.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a memo allowing service members to carry personal weapons on military bases, reversing decades-old restrictions.
President Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi as attorney general, ending her 14-month tenure over frustrations with her handling of the Epstein files and failure to prosecute his perceived enemies.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fired the US Army chief of staff and two other generals as the Iran war continues.
Donald Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi and appointed Todd Blanche, his former personal lawyer, as acting attorney general over handling of the Epstein files.
CFTC sued Connecticut, Arizona, and Illinois to block state enforcement of gambling laws against federally regulated prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket.
Trump administration scales back CFPB dismantling plan to cut staff by two-thirds instead of 90%.
Trump administration deported 12 people to Uganda, marking first known arrival under third-country agreement.
Trump says he'll sign an order to pay all DHS employees as 48-day shutdown drags on; Senate passes partial funding bill but House stalls.
Voting rights groups and Democrats filed lawsuits challenging Trump's March 31 mail-in ballot executive order as unconstitutional overreach.
New York Times publishes investigative report on internal Covington & Burling legal memos warning ActBlue executives may have misled Congress on foreign donation screening.
Defense Secretary Hegseth fired Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George, the chief of chaplains, and the commanding general of Army Transformation and Training Command.
President Javier Milei now looks to move forward with an aggressive program of selling off state-owned enterprises after gaining a working majority in Argentine Congress.
A federal appeals court rejected the Trump administration's push to impose new conditions on homelessness funding, saying implementing them would be immediately destabilizing and disastrous.
Trump administration lifts sanctions on acting Venezuela President Delcy Rodríguez, signaling U.S. shift toward normalizing relations and oil sector engagement.
Trump's ambiguous Iran war address deepens Republican midterm vulnerability as war remains unpopular and surging energy costs threaten GOP electoral prospects.
The Supreme Court expressed skepticism during oral arguments over President Donald Trump's executive order that attempts to end automatic birthright citizenship.
Trump's economic approval rating fell to 31%, a career low, amid inflation and gas price surges linked to the Iran war.
Donald Trump said he is strongly considering pulling the United States out of NATO after criticizing a lack of support from allied nations over the Iran war.
Nebraska becomes first state to carry out Medicaid work requirements from Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act, affecting roughly 72,000 low-income adults.
Donald Trump announced a prime-time address for Wednesday at 9 p.m. ET to provide an important update on the month-long Iran war, saying he expects U.S. forces to withdraw within two to three weeks.
Donald Trump becomes the first sitting president to attend Supreme Court oral arguments, as justices hear his challenge to birthright citizenship .
The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Wednesday about President Donald Trump's effort to redefine birthright citizenship, in a case experts said could confine Congress' power to define who is considered part of the nation.
The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on April 1 in the challenge to President Donald Trump's efforts to end birthright citizenship.
Supreme Court to hear arguments April 1 on Trump's January 2025 birthright citizenship executive order.
Donald Trump signed an executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters, a move sure to draw legal challenges as he demands further restrictions on voting ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday the Army pilots who flew Apache helicopters over Kid Rock's Nashville-area home were no longer suspended and the incident would not be investigated.
Federal judge blocks Trump's $400 million White House ballroom project, ruling he lacks authority to proceed without congressional approval.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar visits China as Beijing pledges support for Pakistan's mediation between the U.S. and Iran.
Trump administration announces plans to open 401(k) retirement plans to investments like crypto and private equity, creating new legal pathways but sparking sharp left-right divide over retirement security.
Supreme Court ruled against Colorado's conversion therapy ban in 8-1 decision, striking down the law on free speech grounds.
U.S. dropped 2,000-pound bunker buster bombs on a large ammunition depot in Isfahan, escalating month-long war amid stalled ceasefire talks.
Two Arkansas Republicans with competing visions on how best to implement President Donald Trump's agenda to overhaul elections and voting vie for their party's nomination for the state's top elections job on Tuesday.
Hundreds of U.S. Special Operations Forces, including Navy SEALs and Army Rangers, arrived in the Middle East alongside thousands of Marines and Army paratroopers, expanding Trump's military options as the Iran war enters its second month.
Donald Trump tells aides he will end Iran war without requiring Strait of Hormuz to reopen, shifting from prior messaging and signaling strategy change.
The U.S. formally reopened its embassy in Caracas, Venezuela following the Trump administration's ouster of Nicolas Maduro in early January.
Trump administration scales back asylum crackdown that halted hundreds of thousands of applications, lifting pause for most countries except those on travel ban.
Federal officials labeled the March 12 attack at Temple Israel as terrorism inspired by Hezbollah, marking the formal designation of the incident.
President Donald Trump said he has "no problem" with a Russian oil tanker off the coast of Cuba delivering relief to the island, which has been brought to its knees by a U.S. oil blockade.
DHS lifts total ban on asylum review for most countries, maintaining freeze for about 40 nations, allowing processing of millions of cases to resume.
Most TSA agents received retroactive paychecks on Monday after President Trump ordered that staffers be paid, with DHS confirming they received at least two full paychecks.
Donald Trump issued an unprecedented ultimatum to Iran on Monday, warning that a failure to reach a ceasefire agreement shortly would trigger a devastating US assault on Iran's oil wells, power plants, and Kharg Island, extending the threat to include possibly all of Iran's desalination plants.
One year after federal job cuts, Black women lost jobs at disproportionate rates in federal workforce reductions.
Trump said he would like to "take the oil in Iran" and is considering seizing Kharg Island, which is responsible for more than 90% of Iran's oil exports, in an interview with the Financial Times.
DHS shutdown became longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history at 44 days; House Republicans rejected bipartisan Senate bill funding most DHS except ICE.
Corey Lewandowski departs DHS as Democratic inquiry continues into alleged pay-to-play contracting scheme.
Sen. Cory Booker said Democrats had 'failed this moment,' calling for new leadership.
Pope Leo XIV on Sunday rejected claims that God justifies war during a Palm Sunday Mass in St. Peter's Square, appearing to directly rebuke Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's invocation of Christianity to justify the Iran war.
Senator Cory Booker declared Democrats have 'failed this moment,' criticizing internal purity tests and calling for generational leadership renewal.
Pope Leo XIV rejected claims that God justifies war during a Palm Sunday Mass, drawing sharp theological rebukes of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's invocation of Christianity to justify the Iran war.
Former Surgeon General Jerome Adams publicly opposes Trump's nomination of Casey Means for surgeon general, trying to stop her confirmation.
Innovation Council Action, a pro-AI group blessed by Trump AI adviser David Sacks, plans $100M to boost Trump's priorities in 2026 midterms.
Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf issued a stark warning on March 29, 2026, vowing Iranian forces would confront any American ground troops, as the Pentagon prepares for weeks of limited ground operations in Iran, potentially including raids on Kharg Island and coastal sites near the Strait of Hormuz.
Vice President JD Vance topped CPAC's 2028 presidential straw poll for the second consecutive year, securing 53 percent of votes from nearly 1,600 attendees.
Iran continues sustained attacks on U.S. bases across the Persian Gulf as diplomatic talks stall and Trump extends deadline to April 6.
Pakistan announced it will host US-Iran talks in coming days after regional powers meet to de-escalate war.
A 98-year-old federal judge asks the Supreme Court to overturn her three-year suspension, reigniting debate over lifetime tenure and judicial fitness.
Iran's parliament speaker accuses U.S. of secretly planning ground invasion while publicly seeking diplomacy as month-long war enters escalation phase.
House Ethics Committee found Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick guilty of 25 ethics violations after rare public hearing on campaign finance misconduct.
An estimated 8 million people took to the streets on Saturday in thousands of protests against President Trump under the banner 'No Kings.'
Four weeks into the Iran war, Donald Trump's contradictory messaging on objectives and timelines frustrates even GOP allies seeking clarity on strategy.
House Republicans reject Senate's partial DHS funding deal, pass full-funding bill that Democrats say is 'dead on arrival,' ensuring shutdown extends past 44 days—the longest ever.
Sen. Rand Paul told CBS News Sunday Morning he is "50-50" on running for president in 2028, saying he will decide after November's midterm elections.
CPAC exposed deep GOP rifts over Trump's Iran war, with generational and ideological divisions threatening party unity ahead of midterms.
Eight to nine million protesters gathered at over 3,300 No Kings events nationwide on March 28, marking the largest single-day protest in American history.
Corey Lewandowski, a special government employee who served as a top adviser to former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, has departed from his post at the Department of Homeland Security, ending his role amid corruption allegations.
House ethics panel found Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick guilty of 25 ethics violations, setting stage for possible expulsion vote.
Donald Trump directed the Department of Homeland Security to pay Transportation Security Administration employees during the partial government shutdown, bypassing Congress as the DHS funding impasse deepened.
Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi addressed CPAC in Texas, presenting himself as leader for Iran's democratic transition while advocating complete regime dismantling.
Iran fires missiles at Israel for 7th time today as Vice President Vance says war will continue 'a little while longer'
Millions gathered for third 'No Kings' nationwide protests on March 28 opposing Trump's immigration policies and Iran war.
More than 3,100 'No Kings' anti-Trump protests planned nationwide Saturday, expected to draw nearly 9 million participants in what may be the largest single-day U.S. protest in history.
Over 3,000 'No Kings' protests planned for March 28, 2026, expected to be the largest single-day demonstration in U.S. history.
Judge hears arguments on whether Fulton County must return 2020 ballots that FBI seized in January 2026.
Iran-linked hackers breached FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email and posted materials including photos and documents from his account.
Trump directs DHS to pay TSA agents during ongoing shutdown after congressional funding talks collapse.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth intervened to stop the promotions of several high-ranking service members including four Army officers, two Black men and two female soldiers, on track to become one-star generals, in a highly unusual move.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore turned aside speculation that he might seek the presidency in 2028 while demonstrating extensive thought into what President Trump's successor should face upon taking office on January 20, 2029.
Secret Service agent assigned to Jill Biden's detail accidentally shot himself in the leg at Philadelphia International Airport due to negligent discharge.
Georgia Republicans passed legislation that would make local races in five core metro Atlanta counties nonpartisan, affecting district attorneys, county commissioners and tax commissioners starting in 2028.
A federal judge is weighing a demand by Georgia's Fulton County that the FBI return 2020 election ballots and records that were seized from an Atlanta-area warehouse during a March 27 hearing.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth intervened to stop promotions of four Army officers—two Black men and two female soldiers—on track to become one-star generals.
House Republicans snubbed a bipartisan funding deal cut by their own Senate GOP counterparts and instead approved an entirely different plan, prolonging the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.
Steve Bannon warned at CPAC that U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran could result in U.S. service members fighting on the ground at Kharg Island, signaling escalation fears within Trump's base.
Democrats sense a "vibe shift" in Wisconsin as seven GOP state lawmakers retire in three months, boosting Democratic hopes to win one legislative chamber for first time in 16 years.
Georgia House passed HB 369 on Friday, stripping party labels from local elections in metro Atlanta's five most populous counties.
A federal judge agreed Friday to dismiss charges against two former Louisville police officers accused of wrongdoing related to the raid that led to Breonna Taylor's death in 2020.
President Trump signed executive order to pay TSA agents as House Republicans rejected Senate DHS funding deal during record airport delays.
Iran-linked hackers breached FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email inbox, publishing photographs and documents to the internet on Friday.
House Republicans passed an eight-week measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security on Friday night, rejecting a separate deal that the Republican-led Senate passed earlier in the day.
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco escalated his ballot seizure this week by obtaining more ballots while Attorney General Rob Bonta sought court intervention.
White House launches official mobile app delivering Trump administration directly to Americans with live streams, alerts, and direct presidential messaging.
Epstein survivors filed a class-action lawsuit against the Trump administration and Google for allegedly wrongfully disclosing personal information about them in released Justice Department files.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly blocked the promotion of two Black and two female Army officers to be one-star generals.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has turned aside speculation that he might seek the presidency in 2028.
White House and Pentagon consider sending at least 10,000 additional combat troops to Middle East, signaling possible ground operation in Iran.
House passed a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security until May 22, rejecting a Senate-passed alternative and prolonging the shutdown.
U.S. intelligence reports only one-third of Iran's missile arsenal destroyed after a month of war, contradicting Trump's claims of near-total elimination.
The Iran war is sending longer-term borrowing costs surging amid prospects for higher inflation, fewer Federal Reserve rate cuts and more federal borrowing.
Rubio gathered G7 allies in France to shore up support for the Trump administration's Iran war, but the meeting exposed deep divisions as allies remain skeptical.
Iran-linked hackers accessed FBI Director Kash Patel's personal email and posted materials including photos and documents taken from his account.
House Republicans voted 213-203 Friday night to reject the Senate's DHS funding deal and pass their own eight-week measure instead.
House Ethics subcommittee ruled against Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, D-Fla., after a marathon hearing Thursday that stretched into the night, finding that she violated ethics rules.
Israel vows to intensify strikes on Iran while Trump extends diplomatic pause, as both sides escalate militarily amid failed ceasefire talks.
Senate approved DHS funding bill excluding ICE early Friday, pivoting after 42-day shutdown standoff over immigration enforcement reforms.
A federal judge ruled that Anthropic's supply-chain-risk designation is likely contrary to law and arbitrary, blocking the Trump administration's ban.
New York City Council approved legislation Thursday that would require police to publish plans to establish buffer zones at schools and houses of worship during protests.
DOJ acknowledged in court Thursday that it plans to share voter registration data with DHS to be run through a U.S. citizenship check tool.
Treasury announces Trump's signature will appear on future U.S. paper currency, marking the first time in history for a sitting president.
Trump extended Iran ultimatum to reopen Strait of Hormuz second time this week, citing ongoing peace talks.
Judge Alvin Hellerstein questioned whether the US government has the right to bar Venezuela from funding Maduro's legal expenses.
For the first time in history, a sitting president's signature will appear on U.S. paper currency, marking a historic break with 165 years of tradition.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister confirms U.S.-Iran indirect peace talks via message relay, with U.S. presenting 15-point framework.
Trump extended for a second time his deadline for Iran to completely open the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping traffic, saying peace talks are going very well.
Donald Trump's disapproval rating hit its highest point in both terms at 59 percent, with 47 percent strongly disapproving.
Steve Daines withdrew from the Republican primary just minutes before the primary filing deadline and endorsed Kurt Alme to succeed him, dramatically reshaping the race after Bodnar's independent entry.
Judge Rita Lin issued a preliminary injunction on Thursday blocking Pentagon's supply chain risk designation and Trump's federal agency ban on Anthropic.
Federal Judge Alvin Hellerstein questioned the Trump administration's basis for barring Venezuela from paying Maduro's legal fees, though he promised a future decision without dismissing the case.
Judge Hellerstein pressed Trump administration on barring Venezuelan funds for Maduro's legal defense amid warming US-Venezuela relations.
Sen. Steve Daines withdrew his candidacy minutes before Montana's filing deadline, clearing the field for his chosen successor Kurt Alme.
Donald Trump signed an executive order on March 26 prohibiting federal contractors and their subcontractors from engaging in DEI practices.
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said Thursday that every Justice Department or FBI employee who worked on criminal investigations into President Donald Trump has been fired, resigned, or took early retirement.
President Donald Trump's signature will appear on U.S. dollar bills for the first time in a sitting president, announced by the Treasury Department Thursday.
International migration fell in nine out of 10 U.S. counties between 2024 and 2025, dramatically slowing population growth.
OECD projects Iran war will push U.S. inflation to 4.2% in 2026, up 1.2 percentage points from December forecast.
Kamala Harris plans four Southern Democratic Party fundraisers in April, signaling continued political positioning as 2028 presidential possibilities remain undecided.
Rep. Nancy Mace told Axios she will "most likely" vote for House Democrats' resolution to constrain President Trump from waging war with Iran.
IOC requires all female athletes undergo genetic testing to compete at 2028 Olympics to ban transgender women.
Trump extended a pause on strikes on Iranian energy plants until April 6 at the request of the Iranian government.
After weeks of negotiations, an emerging proposal to fund most of DHS while tackling ICE enforcement funding separately faces rejection from both Democrats and Trump.
Pentagon developing military options for a "final blow" in Iran that could include use of ground forces and massive bombing campaign.
TSA experiencing longest wait times in its 24-year history due to ongoing DHS shutdown, with staff callouts 40-50% at major airports.
Trump says justices who voted against his tariffs 'sicken me,' escalating months of personal attacks on two appointees over court's constitutional ruling.
Trump housing official Bill Pulte made new criminal referrals against AG Letitia James to federal prosecutors in Miami and Chicago for alleged homeowner's insurance fraud.
Elizabeth Warren reintroduced the Ultra-Millionaire Tax Act, imposing 2% tax on net worth over $50 million and 1% surtax on billionaires, with 10 Senate and 39 House Democratic co-sponsors.
Trump pursues second reconciliation bill without Democrats to fund ICE, Iran war, and election law changes as DHS shutdown enters second month.
EU top diplomat accuses Russia of providing intelligence to Iran to target and kill Americans, calling for increased U.S. pressure on Moscow.
Trump described Iranian negotiators as 'begging' for a US peace deal while the war has raged for almost four weeks.
Conservatives gather for CPAC amid open division on the right over Trump's Iran war.
Justice Department settles for roughly $1.2 million a lawsuit from Michael Flynn, the former national security adviser to President Donald Trump who pleaded guilty during the Republican's first term to lying to the FBI about his conversations with a top Russian diplomat and was later pardoned.
North Carolina Senate leader Phil Berger conceded his GOP primary race Tuesday after a second recount left him behind by 23 votes, ending a 25-year hold on his seat.
Trump DOJ admits federal court it erroneously relied on memo to justify ICE courthouse arrests of immigrants for over a year.
Harry Wait was convicted of two misdemeanor election fraud charges and one felony identity theft charge for requesting ballots without consent.
Trump administration deports asylum seeker with strong claims to Equatorial Guinea despite judge's ruling she couldn't be sent home due to danger.
Iran rejected President Trump's ceasefire plan and publicized a counterproposal that includes war reparations and Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.
House Democrats declined to force an Iran war powers vote this week, with the earliest possible vote after the House returns April 14.
DOJ lawyers admitted they used erroneous information when defending ICE arrests at immigration courts, conceding a 2025 memo doesn't apply to immigration courts.
Melania Trump introduced a humanoid robot at a White House education summit, proposing robots like "Figure 3" as potential classroom educators.
Oxfam reports Israel is destroying water infrastructure in Lebanon, including sites being rehabilitated after previous damage, amid broader military operations.
Pentagon orders approximately 1,000 Army 82nd Airborne troops to deploy to Middle East for potential Iran operations amid ongoing diplomatic talks.
House Republicans blocked a Democratic subpoena and walked out of a congressional hearing on 25 March 2026, shielding Donald Trump Jr. from testifying under oath about a $620 million Pentagon loan to a company backed by his venture capital firm.
Trump rescheduled his China visit to May 14-15 due to ongoing Iran war, delaying a crucial trade summit amid broader geopolitical tensions.
Trump said he's avoiding describing the military conflict in Iran as a "war" because of concerns around the fact that Congress hasn't authorized a war.
Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introduced legislation to pause all new data center construction nationwide until AI safeguards are in place.
Iran continues to deny peace talks with Trump despite U.S. claims of ongoing negotiations; Tehran questions whether talks are genuine.
Donald Trump cryptically claimed Tuesday that he received a gift from Iran worth 'a tremendous amount of money,' saying it indicated 'we're talking to the right people'.
Rep. Jamie Raskin obtained a memo alleging Trump retained classified documents pertinent to his business interests, reigniting scrutiny of the dismissed case.
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt appointed energy executive Alan Armstrong to the Senate seat vacated by Sen. Markwayne Mullin, who was confirmed as homeland security secretary Monday .
Pentagon orders 2,000-3,000 paratroopers from 82nd Airborne to deploy to Middle East amid Iran war, signaling Trump administration keeps both military and diplomatic options open.
Lawmakers and President Trump appear to be edging closer to a framework to wrap up the Department of Homeland Security shutdown — but a breakthrough has remained out of reach.
Trump is expected to name a new CDC director on Truth Social by Wednesday as the federal law deadline expires March 25.
TSA workers hit their third period without paychecks, which an employee union leader called a "national disgrace", as Delta Air Lines suspended its airport escorts and red coat services for members of Congress and negotiations toward a potential DHS funding deal intensify.
Emily Gregory won the special election to represent a district that includes President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home, marking a Democratic flip in a Republican district ahead of 2026 midterms.
Markwayne Mullin was sworn in as homeland security secretary at the White House with President Donald Trump.
Democrat Emily Gregory won the special election to represent a Florida state House district that includes President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home, a stunning upset signaling Democratic momentum ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Massive oil futures trades worth $580 million occurred 15 minutes before Trump announced a delay in Iran strikes, spurring accusations of insider trading.
Trump administration proposes sweeping ACA regulations including stepped-up eligibility verification requirements and new scrutiny of sales agents and marketing practices.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday appeared likely to uphold the federal government's policy of systematically turning back asylum seekers before they can reach the U.S. border with Mexico.
Trump administration pays TotalEnergies $1 billion to abandon offshore wind leases, redirecting investment to fossil fuels.
New York Times investigation reveals U.S.-backed March 6 strike in Ecuador destroyed dairy farm, not drug camp, raising accountability questions.
Democrat Emily Gregory won a special state House election in a Palm Beach district that includes President Donald Trump's Florida home of Mar-a-Lago, signaling Democratic strength heading into 2026 midterms.
The Supreme Court appeared likely to uphold the Trump administration's asylum "metering" policy, with a majority of justices seeming to agree the policy does not violate federal law.
House Intelligence Committee votes to give federal prosecutors classified documents on John Brennan as investigation into alleged false Congressional testimony advances.
Supreme Court justices appeared receptive Tuesday to reviving Trump's asylum metering policy allowing border agents to block migrants from entry.
House Oversight Committee released full deposition videos of Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn, co-executors of Epstein's estate, featuring Indyke's claim of complete ignorance of Epstein's crimes.
A federal judge called the Pentagon's treatment of Anthropic "troubling" as the AI company urged the court to pause the Trump administration's designation of the company as a supply chain risk.
North Carolina State Senate leader Phil Berger conceded his primary race to Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page, a political earthquake that took down arguably the most powerful politician in a pivotal swing state.
A New Mexico jury found Meta violated state law and ordered it to pay $375 million for failing to protect children from sexual predators on its platforms.
Missouri Supreme Court upholds GOP redistricting plan in 4-3 decision, allowing mid-decade redrawing targeting Democrat Emanuel Cleaver's seat.
Army raises maximum enlistment age to 42 and eliminates waiver requirement for single marijuana possession, citing alignment with DoD standards and need for technical talent.
Pentagon announces new media policy three days after judge ruled restrictions unconstitutional, sparking immediate legal pushback.
Eight preservation groups sued Monday to block Kennedy Center renovations, arguing Trump must comply with historic preservation laws and seek congressional approval.
Trump cast a mail ballot in Florida while calling mail voting 'cheating' and pushing Congress to severely restrict the practice via the SAVE Act.
Pakistan's prime minister on Tuesday said the country stands ready to host negotiations between the U.S. and Iran to end the war.
Oklahoma's governor appointed energy executive Alan Armstrong to serve in the U.S. Senate through the end of the year and finish the term of Republican Markwayne Mullin, the new homeland security secretary .
Secretary of State Marco Rubio testified Tuesday over his interactions with former Miami congressman David Rivera, his longtime friend accused of secretly lobbying on behalf of Venezuela's government.
Emerson College poll shows women voters favoring Democrat Pappas over Republican Sununu, creating key gender divide in tightly contested New Hampshire Senate race.
Voice of America journalists sued Kari Lake over allegations she used the network to air pro-Trump propaganda and violated its editorial independence.
Trump threatened to obliterate Iran's power plants if it doesn't reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours, then postponed strikes claiming 'very good' talks with Iran.
Supreme Court's conservative majority appeared ready to overturn laws in 29 states allowing mail-in votes counted after Election Day if postmarked by Election Day.
Donald Trump claimed "very good and productive conversations" with Iran while senior Iranian officials denied any talks had taken place.
Trump administration places Christopher Columbus statue on White House grounds over the weekend, doubling down on efforts to commemorate the 15th-century explorer.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un vowed to irreversibly cement his nation's nuclear status while expanding arsenals, signaling hardened stance toward Seoul and conditional openness to Trump talks.
White House border czar Tom Homan said Monday that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been deployed to 14 US airports to assist TSA agents amid a six-week DHS shutdown.
Voice of America staffers filed a lawsuit accusing Kari Lake of airing pro-Trump propaganda, violating editorial independence laws and First Amendment protections.
Conservative Supreme Court justices on Monday questioned whether states should be allowed to count ballots that are mailed on time but arrive after Election Day.
Donald Trump postponed threatened strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure for five days, pending talks to end the 24-day war.
Democrats warn Polis that clemency for election denier Tina Peters would undermine the justice system as political pressure over her nine-year sentence intensifies.
The Supreme Court hears arguments today in a Mississippi case over laws allowing ballots to be counted after Election Day, affecting voting rights across 29 states.
Democratic lawmakers warn Colorado Gov. Jared Polis against clemency for election denier Tina Peters, who is serving nine years for election tampering, under heavy Trump pressure.
The Senate voted Sunday 54-37 to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination to succeed Kristi Noem as DHS secretary, setting up a final confirmation vote for Monday or Tuesday.
Supreme Court hears oral arguments Monday on whether states can count mail ballots arriving after Election Day, case affecting 29 states.
Cuba's power grid collapsed Saturday for the third time in March, leaving millions in the dark amid the U.S. oil blockade and crumbling infrastructure.
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco seized more than half a million ballots from a November special election, claiming to investigate an alleged ballot count discrepancy.
Senate voted 54-37 on Sunday to advance Markwayne Mullin's nomination to lead the Department of Homeland Security, setting up final confirmation vote.
Trump announced ICE agents will assist TSA at airports as delays and security staffing shortages continue to worsen amid a stalemate over DHS funding.
Donald Trump announced Sunday he will send ICE agents to U.S. airports starting Monday to assist TSA officers working without pay during a DHS shutdown, demanding Democrats fund the department to end the crisis.
The Senate's marathon debate on the SAVE America Act enters its second week, with Senate Democrats voting 49-41 to block a transgender athletes amendment.
Trump issues 48-hour ultimatum threatening to 'obliterate' Iran's power plants if Strait of Hormuz isn't fully reopened, escalating rhetoric one day after suggesting de-escalation.
Minnesota schools reopen after ICE surge, but students show lasting trauma, fear, and anxiety affecting learning.
Iran launched missiles at two southern Israeli cities close to the country's main nuclear research center, while President Trump gave Iran 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
AIPAC's super PAC funneled over $5 million to anonymous shell groups that spent more than $14 million influencing Illinois House Democratic primaries, with spending details disclosed only after Election Day.
Underground Railroad Education Center in Albany sues Trump administration for canceling $250K NEH grant as racial discrimination under DEI termination policy.
Trump said the US was 'getting very close to meeting our objectives as we consider winding down our great Military efforts in the Middle East', even as his administration deploys additional troops and faces escalating regional conflict.
Tom Kean Jr. faces endangered status as Democrats capitalize on President Donald Trump's unpopularity to regain the House.
TSA security lines at major airports exceeded two hours as staffing shortages during a DHS shutdown force unpaid officers to work or quit, creating chaos during spring break travel.
Senate votes 47-37 to fail advancing full-year DHS funding for fifth time as Democrats demand ICE reforms and Republicans push for complete package.
Trump threatens to deploy ICE agents to US airports Monday unless Democrats fund DHS amid TSA worker shortages.
Senate Democrats blocked DHS funding for fifth time as 35-day shutdown extends beyond one month, amid intensive negotiations with White House over ICE reforms.
White House releases National Policy Framework calling for federal preemption of state AI laws, prioritizing innovation over regulation.
Trump administration releases federal AI framework pressuring states to abandon their own AI laws, sparking clash between federal preemption efforts and state-level protections.
National Student Clearinghouse cuts ties with NSLVE student voting study effective March 27, following Trump Education Department investigation into alleged student privacy violations.
Trump administration authorizes purchase of Iranian oil already at sea to stem soaring prices amid U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
Eight Democratic-led states sued to block a $3.5 billion Nexstar-Tegna merger after the FCC approved it, citing antitrust concerns and threats to local journalism.
Three major studies find U.S. democracy sliding toward autocracy under Trump's accelerated power concentration within one year.
A federal judge on Friday ruled the Pentagon's restrictions on journalists were a First Amendment violation, making a win for The New York Times.
Speaker Mike Johnson grapples with attendance issues as lawmakers prioritize 2026 midterms, complicating passage of key measures.
Justice Department filed lawsuit against Harvard, claiming failure to address antisemitism and seeking grant freeze and repayment.
Trump administration has slashed the number of people on the Board of Immigration Appeals and stacked it with appointees, tightening due process available for immigrants.
Federal judge blocks Pentagon press policy, ruling it violates First Amendment and due process rights.
Robert Mueller, the former FBI director who led the historic probe into alleged collusion between Donald Trump's 2016 campaign and the Russian government, has died. He was 81. "With deep sadness, we are sharing the news that Bob passed away last night," his family said in a statement Saturday.
Trump's approval rating hits all-time low of 41.9% as Iran war and economic pressures dominate the political landscape.
Chicago Transit Authority filed federal lawsuit Friday seeking $2 billion in commuter rail expansion funding Trump administration stopped last fall.
CTA filed lawsuit Friday against the U.S. Department of Transportation and Federal Transit Administration seeking immediate restoration of $2 billion in withheld funding.
Trump administration released a legislative framework for national AI policy on March 20, 2026, urging Congress to adopt a federally unified, innovation-oriented regime centered on preemption of state AI laws.
Federal judge blocks Trump Pentagon press access policy, ruling it violates First and Fifth Amendment rights.
Democratic rivals launch coordinated attacks on front-runner Eric Swalwell in California governor race.
Federal Commission of Fine Arts approved final design for 24-karat gold commemorative coin bearing Trump's image for America's 250th birthday.
A Missouri judge ordered a new, toned-down description of a congressional redistricting plan after the Republican secretary of state acknowledged crafting an unfair summary likely to create bias.
President Trump slashed the number of people on the Board of Immigration Appeals and stacked it with his appointees, tightening due process available for immigrants.
Trump said he was considering 'winding down' US military efforts against Iran, claiming the US was close to achieving its objectives as the conflict nears a fourth week.
Two former FBI special agents filed a lawsuit against FBI Director Kash Patel and Attorney General Pam Bondi, alleging their "unlawful" firings violate the U.S. Constitution.
Justice Department seized four domains used by Iran's Ministry of Intelligence and Security to disrupt hacking and transnational repression schemes.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune threatens to cancel Easter recess unless DHS funding deal reached by end of week amid month-long shutdown.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois settled a $500,000 EEOC investigation into DEI practices that the agency found violated Title VII civil rights protections for white employees.
Pentagon seeks additional $200 billion for Iran war; Hegseth says conflict has no timeframe for ending.
Trump's Board of Peace presented Hamas with a formal disarmament proposal requiring complete weapons handover, conditioning Gaza reconstruction on demilitarization.
Hegseth defends Pentagon's $200 billion Iran war funding request amid bipartisan concern over costs and duration.
Federal prosecutors subpoenaed former FBI Director James Comey as part of a Trump-era investigation into whether Obama-era intelligence officials conspired against Trump.
Jeffrey Epstein's longtime personal attorney testified to a House committee Thursday that he was unaware of the late financier's sexual abuse of underage girls at the time it was happening.
Ocasio-Cortez told Axios she is keeping the door open to endorsing challengers to House Democratic colleagues "if someone crosses some huge line."
Pentagon asks White House to approve more than $200 billion request to Congress to fund Iran war, drawing sharp bipartisan resistance.
Democratic Senator John Fetterman cast the deciding vote to advance Markwayne Mullin's nomination to serve as DHS secretary, crossing party lines as fellow Democrats opposed the nomination.
Gabbard faces pointed questions on Iran threat as she testified before Senate Intelligence Committee on worldwide threats, with lawmakers pressing on whether Iran posed an 'imminent threat' to justify war.
Trump-linked lobbying firm Ballard Partners signed $2 million deal to represent accused Libyan military commander Khalifa Haftar despite documented human rights abuse allegations.
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss won the Democratic nomination to succeed retiring U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky in the 9th Congressional District, defeating progressive challengers and outside spending primarily centered on Israel policy.
Federal judge orders Trump administration to restore Voice of America operations, putting over 1,000 employees back to work after year-long shutdown.
Senate Republicans began debate on the SAVE America Act, requiring voter citizenship proof and ID; the bill faces near-certain defeat as it lacks 60 votes.
Joe Kent, director of the National Counterterrorism Center, resigned over the Trump administration's war with Iran, posting his resignation letter on X.
Seth Moulton faces a ballot access test at Massachusetts Democratic convention, needing 15% delegate support to qualify for primary, while recruiting independent voters to boost his chances against Senator Ed Markey.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt declined to rule out a military draft during a Fox News interview, saying President Trump "does not remove options off of the table."
Pentagon removes thousands of transgender troops under Secretary Hegseth's anti-DEI push amid global tensions.
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