Alina Habba resigns as top federal prosecutor in NJ following court ruling. She will remain as senior adviser to AG.
President Trump dismisses affordability concerns as “fake news,” despite rising living costs and economic data indicating increased prices for essentials like groceries and holiday expenses. Democrats capitalize on this discontent, winning key elections and criticizing Trump’s stance, while polls show voters prioritize cost of living issues.
Former Honduras President Juan Orlando Hernández, sentenced for drug trafficking, was pardoned by Trump and released.
Two West Virginia National Guard members were shot near the White House in a targeted attack, authorities say.
Prosecutors at the International Criminal Court began closing arguments against a rebel commander from Central African Republic.
In Utah, a man set his house on fire, killing his partner and children. Fears of deportation deter victims from reporting abuse.
Chad Baker-Mazara scored 34 points, and Jordan Marsh hit a buzzer-beater 3-pointer to lift USC over Troy 107-106.
The Rio Grande-Bravo basin faces a water crisis, threatening millions of people. Urgent action is needed to ensure sustainability.
Poland’s struggle to depoliticize its judiciary under Tusk’s government highlights challenges in polarized democracies.
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to end the deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, D.C.
House GOP hopefuls in MI, IA, and OH remain silent on supporting a House vote to release Epstein files, despite Trump’s reversal. Public opinion favors transparency.
The Trump administration plans new oil drilling off California and Florida coasts, sparking bipartisan opposition.
House Republicans are pushing for an unlawful mid-decade census, citing errors in the 2020 Census to gain seats.
History shows that fresh perspectives, economic shifts, and unchecked executive power can break congressional gridlock.
A federal court blocked Texas from using a redrawn U.S. House map, impacting 2026 election strategies for Republicans.
Veterans’ groups criticize Trump’s military actions in Venezuela, deeming them unconstitutional. Despite protests, U.S. forces escalate tensions, risking a new conflict.
Last week, Swiss business leaders gifted Trump a $130,000 gold bar, prompting tariff cuts and highlighting crony capitalism’s grip on government policy.
Clippers’ Derrick Jones Jr. injured his knee in a collision during a 121-118 loss to the Celtics; injury details pending.
Florida adopts the “Phoenix Declaration”, a set of education philosophies by Heritage Foundation, as guiding principles.
The Supreme Court is reviewing whether private prison firm GEO Group can claim immunity to lawsuits over alleged forced labor at its Colorado detention center, impacting how federal contractors might appeal legal decisions and possibly shielding them from liability for government-directed work. GEO’s revenue heavily depends on U.S. ICE contracts, raising concerns about accountability and the privatization of immigration detention amid record-high detainee numbers.
A jury convicted a man with white supremacist ties of murder at a Montana campsite, initially thought a bear attack.
Akon was arrested in Atlanta for driving with a suspended license. He posted bail and continued his tour in India.
Wisconsin Rep. Van Orden calls Obamacare a “failed program,” refusing to extend expiring subsidies, risking 3.8 million uninsured. Faces reelection challenges.
Vulnerable House Republicans, including Reps. Ciscomani and Kiggans, supported the OBBB despite its unpopular Medicaid cuts, risking backlash in upcoming elections.
Adelita Grijalva was sworn into Congress, filling her late father’s seat, and signed a petition on Epstein files.
IAEA cannot verify Iran’s uranium stockpile post-Israel-US attacks. Urgent resolution needed for nuclear assurance.
President Trump signed a funding bill ending a 43-day shutdown, highlighting sharp partisan divisions over policy.
A federal judge will decide if a law cutting Medicaid reimbursements to Planned Parenthood stays while challenges proceed.
Trump’s pardons of Giuliani and other election deniers highlight the federal government as a new pressure source for the 2026 midterms.
President Trump’s intensified deportation efforts highlight the immigration system’s challenges. Margy O’Herron discusses the legal complexities and evolving policies affecting communities, emphasizing the need for reform to ensure due process and fairness amidst increased enforcement.
Federal immigration operations in Chicago’s Little Village incite clashes; pepper spray and gunfire allegations surface.
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