U.S. Coast Guard seizes second oil tanker near Venezuela as pressure on Maduro grows
The U.S. Coast Guard has seized a second oil tanker off Venezuela’s coast and is pursuing a third, as the White House increases pressure on President Nicolás Maduro.
Lawmakers threaten contempt over DOJ’s partial release of Epstein files
Reps. Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie warn they may hold Attorney General Pam Bondi in contempt, accusing the Justice Department of missing a legal deadline as the DOJ says more Epstein documents are still under review to protect victims.
Trump’s ‘Warrior Dividend’ for military funded through Pentagon, not tariffs
The president suggested last week that a $1,776 Christmas bonus for troops was made possible through tariff revenue – when it was actually money they were already set to receive from the Pentagon.
Justice Department releases new Epstein files as critics accuse DOJ of delays
Newly released Jeffrey Epstein investigation documents spark controversy after some files were heavily redacted, briefly disappeared, and lawmakers from both parties say the Justice Department isn’t moving fast enough.
Epstein files released by Justice Department: What's in them
The Justice Department has released more than 300,000 pages of unclassified Jeffrey Epstein case files.
Trump orders ISIS strikes in Syria after Iowa National Guard soldiers killed
President Trump ordered ISIS strikes in Syria after Iowa National Guard soldiers were killed.
Donald Trump's name added to Kennedy Center day after renaming vote
Democratic leaders have called the move illegal, and that Congress is the only body that can change the center's name.
Trump reclassifies marijuana, marking first major federal shift in decades
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday reclassifying marijuana, marking the first major federal shift in how cannabis is treated in decades. The order moves marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III controlled substance.
The 'Patriot Games': What we know about Trump's proposed high school athletic competition
President Donald Trump has announced a first-of-its-kind high school athletic event coming to the nation's capital to commemorate the 250th birthday of the nation.
Trump signs executive order to reclassify marijuana as less dangerous drug
President Donald Trump Thursday signed an executive order that would move marijuana out of its current Schedule I classification.
New Epstein photos shared a day before case files deadline
The latest photo dump from Jeffrey Epstein's estate includes a screenshot of messages discussing a “scout" who sends girls.
Fact Check Trump Presidential Address: Claims clash with administration’s own data
President Donald Trump’s upbeat description of the country’s progress Wednesday contrasted with the reality facing many Americans and with some of his own administration’s statistics. Here’s a fact check of his presidential address.
Trump launches massive ‘Freedom 250’ push to ignite America’s 250th birthday celebration
The new initiative brings together states, companies and organizations to plan and participate in events celebrating the nation's 250th birthday.
President Trump defends economy, blames predecessor in national address
Political science professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo weighs in on President Trump’s prime-time address, examining its tone, timing and what the president hoped to accomplish as economic concerns and unemployment rise.
Trump has partisan plaques added under photos in Presidential Walk of Fame
The additions include references to “Sleepy Joe” Biden and paint Republican icon Ronald Reagan as a fan of a young Trump.
Trump promises economic boom, touts immigration policies during prime-time address
President Donald Trump touted his administration's immigration policies and blamed his predecessors for making life "unaffordable," to commence his address.
Trump to address nation, preview his agenda for the year ahead
The White House is keeping details close, but President Trump is expected to reflect on his first year in office and outline plans on the economy, healthcare, and foreign policy.
Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, accusing it of defamation for editing his Jan. 6 speech
The lawsuit alleges that the news organization combined parts of President Donald Trump’s speech on Jan. 6, 2021, claiming that his words were “misrepresented."
Trial begins for Wisconsin judge accused of obstructing immigration agents
The trial is underway for a Wisconsin judge accused of obstructing immigration agents who were trying to arrest an undocumented immigrant. This case is a big political issue because the Trump administration is cracking down on immigration across the country.
3 Americans killed in ISIS ambush in Syria as U.S. vows retaliation
Two U.S. soldiers and an American interpreter were killed in an ISIS attack near Palmyra, Syria, prompting President Donald Trump and the Pentagon to promise swift retaliation as the investigation continues.