ELECTION RESULTS
Democratic leaders in Congress demand a meeting with Trump as government shutdown looms
Read full article: Democratic leaders in Congress demand a meeting with Trump as government shutdown loomsA possible federal shutdown is looming at month's end, and the Democratic leaders of Congress are demanding a meeting with President Donald Trump to negotiate.
Trump's economic promises to Black voters fall short after a modest shift in support for him in 2024
Read full article: Trump's economic promises to Black voters fall short after a modest shift in support for him in 2024Donald Trump warned during the campaign that Black Americans were losing jobs in large numbers and things would only worsen without his leadership.
Trump's peace efforts falter as conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza escalate
Read full article: Trump's peace efforts falter as conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza escalatePresident Donald Trump likes to project dominance and confidence on the world stage, but lately he's been expressing more frustration and disappointment.
In battles over free speech, comedians are often center stage
Read full article: In battles over free speech, comedians are often center stageIn all the stunning things about ABC’s swift removal of Jimmy Kimmel, its longtime late-night host and Oscars-hosting face of the network, perhaps the least surprising was that a comedian was again at the center of a battle over free speech.
ICE denies using excessive force as it broadens immigration arrests in Chicago
Read full article: ICE denies using excessive force as it broadens immigration arrests in ChicagoAn immigration enforcement operation in the Chicago area is troubling immigrants and activists because of what they say are increasingly aggressive tactics.
Members of Congress take steps to tighten their own security after Kirk's killing
Read full article: Members of Congress take steps to tighten their own security after Kirk's killingMembers of Congress are taking steps to tighten their own security as the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has deeply shaken lawmakers who were already concerned for their safety.
Texas Republicans say Charlie Kirk’s death is galvanizing young conservatives
Read full article: Texas Republicans say Charlie Kirk’s death is galvanizing young conservativesThousands gathered at a North Houston suburb for the summit, where speaker after speaker memorialized Kirk and encouraged young attendees to rise in his place.
Trump says US has carried out another fatal strike targeting alleged drug-smuggling boat
Read full article: Trump says US has carried out another fatal strike targeting alleged drug-smuggling boatPresident Donald Trump says the U.S. military has carried out its third fatal strike against an alleged drug smuggling vessel this month.
Trump administration moves to revoke permit for Massachusetts offshore wind project
Read full article: Trump administration moves to revoke permit for Massachusetts offshore wind projectThe Trump administration has moved to block a Massachusetts offshore wind farm, its latest effort to hobble an industry and technology that President Donald Trump has attacked as “ugly” and unreliable compared to fossil fuels such as coal and natural gas.
Suspect recorded killings of 2 Israeli Embassy staffers on a body camera, prosecutors say
Read full article: Suspect recorded killings of 2 Israeli Embassy staffers on a body camera, prosecutors sayFederal prosecutors say a man accused of fatally shooting two staff members of the Israeli Embassy in Washington was wearing a body camera that captured video of the killings from his perspective.
Web of business interests shows that Kimmel's future rests on far more than his jokes
Read full article: Web of business interests shows that Kimmel's future rests on far more than his jokesThe decision about whether to keep Jimmy Kimmel on his late-night ABC show depends on far more than his jokes.
Judge blocks USDA from collecting data about SNAP applicants in 21 states
Read full article: Judge blocks USDA from collecting data about SNAP applicants in 21 statesA judge has temporarily stopped the federal government from collecting personal information about residents in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, in 21 states and Washington, D.
Trump administration threatens further sanctions in escalating fight with Harvard
Read full article: Trump administration threatens further sanctions in escalating fight with HarvardThe Trump administration escalated its fight with Harvard University on Friday, placing the Ivy League school under extra financial oversight and threatening sanctions if it does not provide additional data on its admissions practices.
Trump signs proclamation adding $100K annual fee for H-1B visa applications
Read full article: Trump signs proclamation adding $100K annual fee for H-1B visa applicationsPresident Donald Trump has signed a proclamation that will require a new, $100,000 annual fee for H-1B visa applications.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to strip legal protections from Venezuelan migrants
Read full article: Trump administration asks Supreme Court to strip legal protections from Venezuelan migrantsThe Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court for an emergency order allowing it to strip legal protections from more than 300,000 Venezuelan migrants.