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N.C. Teen Says 'Illegal Alien' in Class; Gets Suspended

A North Carolina high school student was suspended after using the term "illegal alien" while in a class discussion.

Jon Voight: Israel, America in Grave Danger

Hollywood icon Jon Voight warned Wednesday that the U.S. and Israel are in grave danger and urged Americans to come together and lift each nation out of darkness by voting for former President Donald Trump in November.

Several 'Squad' Members 'Vulnerable' Ahead of Election

The anti-Israel sentiment of the "Squad" of progressive House members could "finally catch up" to them as several face tough primary races over the next several months, political strategists say.

911 Emergency Lines Hobbled by Outages in 4 States

Emergency services on the 911 telephone call line were restored late on Wednesday in parts of the United States, officials said, following a widespread outage across all of South Dakota and in parts of Nebraska, Nevada, and Texas.Officials in South Dakota, Nevada and Las...

Biden Scores Endorsements From Kennedy Family

President Joe Biden will accept endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family during a campaign stop in Philadelphia on Thursday as he aims to undermine former President Donald Trump and marginalize the candidacy of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

2 Jurors Dismissed From Trump Criminal Trial

Two jurors in former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in Manhattan were dismissed Thursday, one after expressing doubt about her ability to be fair and impartial and the other over concerns that some of his answers in court may not have been accurate.The dismissals...

Sweeping Gun Legislation Approved in Maine After Mass Shooting

The Maine Legislature approved gun safety legislation including background checks on private gun sales, waiting periods for gun purchases and criminalizing gun sales to prohibited people, nearly six months after the deadliest shooting in state history.

Company Makes Millions Off Discarded Coins

A waste management facility in Morrisville, Pa. is taking advantage of the $68 million worth of change Americans toss every year, the Wall Street Journal reports.Reworld, a sustainable-waste processing company, told the Journal it has collected at least $10 million in coins...

FBI Director: Passover Attacks on Jews Concerning

FBI Director Christopher Wray on Thursday told Jewish leaders that the bureau is on alert for potential threats against Jews before the start of Passover next week.

Congress Moves Ahead on Bill to Push TikTok's Chinese Owner to Sell

An effort to force TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, to sell the social media app or face a ban in the U.S. was gaining steam in Congress on Thursday, with the House of Representatives setting a vote for Saturday and a key Senate Democrat voicing support for the move.

Tax Code Change Would Force IRS to Explain Errors

A new bipartisan bill to change the tax code would require the IRS to be specific about accounting errors on Americans' tax returns and provide a computation of what the agency believes is the correct amount of tax owed.

Lanny Davis to Newsmax: EPA Not Making Science-Based Decisions

Lanny Davis told Newsmax on Thursday questioned new drinking water standards by the Environmental Protection Agency.

Rep. Omar's Daughter Disciplined After Protesting

The daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., said she was suspended from Barnard College after participating in a pro-Palestinian protest at Columbia University.

Study: Hunters Possibly First in US to Die From 'Zombie Deer' Disease

Two hunters may have become the first Americans to die from a "zombie deer" disease, according to a recent study published in the journal Neurology, the Daily Mail reported.

Closing Arguments Heard in Trial of Rancher Charged in Migrant's Death

Lawyers in closing arguments Thursday debated the actions of an Arizona rancher charged with fatally shooting an unarmed migrant on his property near the U.S.-Mexico border last year.

Montana Sued Over Refusal to Amend Transgender IDs

Two transgender people filed a lawsuit against the state of Montana and other state agencies Thursday over the state's refusal to alter their birth certificates to match their stated gender identify, The Hill reported.

Lawyers Select 12 Jurors to Serve in Trump's N.Y. Criminal Case

Lawyers in Donald Trump's historic criminal trial on Thursday selected 12 jurors who will assess his guilt or innocence over the coming weeks in a case stemming from a hush-money payment to a porn star.Lawyers for the defense and the prosecution still must select alternate...

Duane 'Dog' Chapman to Newsmax: 'Nine Lives and Counting' Is My Legacy

Duane Chapman, known popularly as Dog the Bounty Hunter, told Newsmax on Thursday that he's "leaving a legacy and it is [his new book] "Nine Lives and Counting.' "

Arizona Abortion Providers Say They Won't Break 1864 Law

Despite Attorney General Kris Mayes' pledge to not prosecute, Arizona abortion providers say they aren't likely to break the 1864 law that's responsible for a near-total ban on the controversial procedure.

Duane 'Dog' Chapman to Newsmax: 'Nine Lives and Counting' Is My Legacy

Duane Chapman, known popularly as Dog, the Bounty Hunter, told Newsmax on Thursday that he's "leaving a legacy and it is [his new book] "Nine Lives and Counting."

Texas Towns: Cyberattacks Caused a Water System to Overflow

A hack that caused a small Texas town's water system to overflow in January has been linked to a shadowy Russian hacktivist group, the latest case of a U.S. public utility becoming a target of foreign cyberattacks.

Judge Rejects Texas AG's Attempt to Halt Basic Income Plan

A Texas state court judge has dismissed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's efforts to block Houston's basic income initiative, The Hill reported.

Judge Rejects Texas AG's Attempt to Halt Basic Income Plan

A Texas state court judge has dismissed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's efforts to block Houston's basic income initiative, The Hill reported.

Gaetz Report Exposes US Troop Risk in Niger

Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., unveiled a report Thursday accusing the State Department of concealing critical intelligence that imperils American troops stationed in Niger, the Daily Caller reported.

Police Struggle Enforcing Law Amid Anti-Israel Road, Bridge Blocks

When it comes to holding the throngs of anti-Israel activists criminally accountable for their actions, law enforcement experts say it can be a "challenge" in navigating free speech rights and a web of local, state, and federal laws.

FBI Chief: Chinese Hackers Targeting Infrastructure

Hackers linked to China have been snooping around critical U.S. infrastructure to put themselves in place to attack "at the right moment," according to FBI Director Christopher Wray.

Duane 'Dog' Chapman to Newsmax: 'Team' Will Focus On Migrant Criminals

Duane Chapman, better known as "Dog the Bounty Hunter" said on Newsmax Friday that he's established a "team of essentials" that he'll task, if asked, to track down immigrants who come to the United States illegally after being released from prisons in other countries. "I'm...

Duane 'Dog' Chapman to Newsmax: 'Team' Will Focus On Migrant Criminals

Duane Chapman, better known as "Dog the Bounty Hunter" told Newsmax on Friday that he's established a "team of essentials" that he'll task, if asked, to track down immigrants who come to the United States illegally after being released from prisons in other countries.

Jury Selection Complete in Trump's N.Y. Criminal Trial

The jury for Donald Trump's New York criminal trial was completed Friday afternoon, clearing the way for prosecutors and defense attorneys to make opening statements next week.

Elon Musk: NPR's Maher 'One of Worst Human Beings'

Tesla CEO and X owner Elon Musk called NPR CEO Katherine Maher "one of the worst human beings in America" in connection with comments she made in an interview three years ago while she was with Wikipedia.

Biden Admin Adds Trans Protection to Title IX

The Biden administration expanded the definition of sex to include transgender with its Friday release of updated Title IX rules.

Ukraine, Israel Aid Back on Track as House Pushes Toward Weekend Votes

With rare bipartisan momentum, the House pushed ahead Friday on a foreign aid package of $95 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan and humanitarian support as a coalition of lawmakers helped it clear a procedural hurdle to reach final votes this weekend.

Person Burned Alive Outside Trump Courtroom

A man set himself on fire Friday in a park outside the court where Donald Trump is standing trial in Manhattan, with a witness describing him throwing pamphlets before officers rushed to extinguish the flames.Burning clothes were strewn in the park, which was locked down by...

Fla. Man ID'd as Person Set Ablaze Outside Trump Court

A man set himself on fire Friday in a park outside the court where former President Donald Trump is standing trial in Manhattan, with a witness describing the person throwing pamphlets before officers rushed to extinguish the flames.

Missouri AG Warns Kansas City Mayor About Migrants

Missouri's attorney general threatened legal action after Kansas City's mayor opened the city to illegal migrants.

W. Va. Girls Refuse to Compete Against Trans Athlete

Several girls staged a "step out" protest and refused to compete Thursday in Bridgeport, West Virginia, at a middle school girl's track and field event due to the participation of a transgender athlete.

Opening Statements Monday in Trump Case After Judge Rejects Latest Bid to Delay

A full jury of 12 people and six alternates was seated Friday in Donald Trump's hush money case, setting the stage for opening statements next week in the first criminal trial of a former U.S. president.Hours later, an appeals court judge rejected a last-minute bid by the...

12 Students, Teacher Killed at Columbine to Be Remembered at 25th Anniversary Vigil

The 12 students and one teacher killed in the Columbine High School shooting will be remembered Friday in a vigil on the eve of the 25th anniversary of the tragedy.The gathering, set up by gun safety and other organizations, is the main public event marking the anniversary,...

Oklahoma City Bombing Victims Honored on Anniversary

Federal officials are resolved never to allow a terrorist attack like the Oklahoma City bombing happen again, Deputy Homeland Security Advisor Caitlin Durkovich told survivors and loved ones of the 168 people killed in the April 19, 1995, bombing Friday."What happened here...

Senate Passes FISA Reauthorization After Midnight Deadline

After its midnight deadline, the Senate voted early Saturday to reauthorize a key U.S. surveillance law after divisions over whether the FBI should be restricted from using the program to search for Americans' data nearly forced the statute to lapse.

Protester Who Set Himself on Fire Outside Trump Trial Dead

A man has died after setting himself on fire Friday outside the New York courthouse where Donald Trump's historic trial was taking place as jury selection wrapped up, but officials said he did not appear to have been targeting Trump.

From Trial to Campaign Trail: Trump Hosts North Carolina Rally Saturday Night

On a weekend reprieve from the courtroom, former President Donald Trump will campaign Saturday in North Carolina as he juggles trials and his rematch against President Joe Biden.

Sen. Ron Johnson to Newsmax: Senate Dems 'Did Great Harm' Blocking Impeachment Trial

Obstructing the impeachment trial of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is a great threat to Democracy, Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., warned Saturday on Newsmax.

Melania Trump Makes Return to Campaign Trail

Former first lady Melania Trump is making a return to her husband's presidential campaign with a rare political appearance after months of being absent from Donald Trump's latest run for the White House.

Trump Warns of Opposition Party Extortion, Blackmail

President Joe Biden's special counsel Jack Smith, seeking to convict former President Donald Trump for challenging the 2020 presidential election and retaining White House documents under the Presidential Records Act, will threaten democracy, Trump says.

David Pryor, Former Arkansas Governor, Senator Dies at 89

Former Arkansas governor and U.S. Sen. David Pryor, a Democrat who was one of the state's most beloved political figures and remained active in public service in the state long after he left office, has died. He was 89. Pryor, who went undercover to investigate nursing homes ...

Dave McCarty, World Series Winner With Red Sox, Dies at 54

Dave McCarty, a first baseman and outfielder on the Boston Red Sox 2004 team that won the World Series, died Friday in Oakland, Calif. He was 54. The Red Sox announced his death and said it was caused by a "cardiac event." McCarty was among the members of the 2004 team who ...

Battleground Polls: Trump Favored on Economy

Amid posts about his canceled rally Saturday night and decrying the unwinding of presidential immunity by his political persecuting prosecutors, Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump hailed battleground polls favoring him on "trust to do a better job."

Lightning Forces Trump to Cancel North Carolina Rally

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump abruptly canceled a campaign rally in North Carolina on Saturday because of an incoming storm, telling the crowd he was "devastated" and promising to return to the battleground state soon.

Bill Maher: DeSantis Right on Disney, Sexualizing Kids

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis "wasn't wrong" when he called out Disney for sexualizing children - and liberals just looked the other way because it was a Republican who challenged the media giant, comic Bill Maher charged.

Young Brother and Sister Dead, Several Hurt When Vehicle Crashes into Michigan Birthday Party

A young brother and sister died and several people were injured, some of them seriously, when a vehicle driven by a suspected drunken driver crashed into a young child's birthday party Saturday at a boat club, a Michigan sheriff said.An 8-year-old girl and her 5-year-old...

North Carolina Medical Marijuana Sales Begin at Cherokee Store

Medical marijuana can now be legally purchased in North Carolina with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians opening its long-planned dispensary this weekend on tribal land.Hundreds of people, many with approved medical patient cards to purchase items, celebrated the historic...

Columbia University Rabbi: Jewish Students Should Leave

A prominent rabbi at Columbia University has issued a stark warning to Jewish students, advising them to depart campus due to what he describes as "extreme antisemitism," The N.Y. Post reported.

Terry Anderson, AP Reporter Held Captive for Years, Has Died

Terry Anderson, the globe-trotting Associated Press correspondent who became one of America's longest-held hostages after he was snatched from a street in war-torn Lebanon in 1985 and held for nearly seven years, has died at 76.

Former NFL MVP Roman Gabriel Dies at Age 83

Roman Gabriel, who had a 16-year quarterback career in the NFL with numerous accolades, including winning league MVP in 1969, has died at the age of 83, the Los Angeles Rams organization and his son confirmed via social media.

Suspect Arrested After Breaking Into LA Mayor Karen Bass' Home

Police in Los Angeles arrested a suspect following a break-in at the home of Mayor Karen Bass on Sunday morning, officials said. Bass and her family were not harmed when a suspect gained access to Getty House, the Los Angeles mayor's official residence on Irving...

Transgender Issue on Direct Path to Supreme Court

Regardless of Ketanji Brown Jackson's inability or unwillingness to define "woman" before the Senate Judiciary Committee, she likely will be forced to address the issue if and when one or several pending cases make their way to the U.S. Supreme Court. The question of "what...

Columbia Classes Go Virtual Before Passover Amid Protests

Anti-Israel demonstrations have forced Columbia University to announce that all classes Monday, the day Passover begins, will be virtual.

Columbia Protesters Call for Killing Israeli Soldiers

In scenes reminiscent of demonstrations elsewhere in the world, anti-Israel protesters at Columbia University chanted antisemitic phrases that included calling for Hamas terrorists to kill Israeli soldiers.

Prosecutor's Trial Claim: Trump Schemed to Corrupt 2016 Election

A New York prosecutor on Monday told a jury that Donald Trump's alleged cover-up of a payment to a porn star broke the law by deceiving voters shortly before the 2016 election, as the first-ever criminal trial of a former U.S. president got under way.

Columbia Newspaper Touts Growing World Support for Protests

Columbia University's student newspaper said the current on-campus anti-Israel protests have garnered displays of solidarity at other colleges in the U.S. and around the world. The demonstrations at Columbia entered their sixth day Monday, on which Passover begins at...

Soccer Promoter's FIFA Antitrust Suit Can Proceed

The Supreme Court on Monday allowed a soccer promoter's antitrust lawsuit to go forward against FIFA and the U.S. Soccer Federation over the world governing body's policy of not permitting a country to host league matches involving teams from other countries.

Supreme Court Eyes Anti-Camping Laws Used Against the Homeless

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday confronted the nation's homelessness crisis as the justices began hearing arguments over the legality of local laws that are used against people camping on public streets and parks in a case involving a southwest Oregon city's vagrancy...

Condemned Brothers in 'Wichita Massacre' Appeal Again

Attorneys for two brothers who were sentenced to die in a quadruple killing known as the "Wichita massacre" will argue Monday for a formal resentencing hearing, the latest in a long series of appeals.

Bob Good to Newsmax: Antisemitism 'Swelled' Since Congress Hearing

Rep. Bob Good, R-Va., told Newsmax on Monday that antisemitism has "swelled" across the country since Congress held a hearing on antisemitism on college campuses due to President Joe Biden's response to Israel and the attack by Hamas, as well as illegal immigration. More...

Defense to New York Jury: Donald Trump Is 'Innocent'

Donald Trump did not commit any crimes, his lawyer said Monday in a New York criminal trial that will determine whether the former president falsified business records to cover up a payment to buy a porn star's silence during the 2016 election."There's nothing wrong with...

Texas Migrant Encounters Down Amid Gov. Abbott Policies

Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott's initiatives to address the southern border's migrant crisis appear to have had an effect. The man who launched Operation Lone Star in March 2021, when state troopers and National Guard soldiers were sent to patrol the border, recently said...

House Intel Committee Slams CIA Over Sex Assaults in Agency

The CIA has failed to properly deal with sexual assault in its own ranks, a House Intelligence Committee has reportedly determined.

Rasmussen Poll: 51 Percent Doubt Fair NYC Trial for Trump

Only 4 in 10 U.S. voters say former President Donald Trump is likely to get a fair trial in New York City, Rasmussen Reports found. A total of 51% of voters say it's not likely Trump can get a fair trial in the current case brought forth by Manhattan Democrat District...

Supreme Court to Rule on Trump's Immunity From Prosecution

The Supreme Court will hear arguments this week to determine whether former President Donald Trump is immune from prosecution in a federal case charging him with plotting to overturn the results of the 2020 election.

Biden Administration Issues Privacy Rule Protecting Abortion

President Joe Biden's administration issued a final rule on Monday aimed at strengthening privacy protections for women seeking abortions by banning the disclosure of protected health information related to reproductive health.

Trump Agrees to New Restrictions on $175 Million Bond in New York Civil Fraud Appeal

Former President Donald Trump agreed Monday to additional restrictions on the $175 million bond in the former U.S. president's New York civil fraud case, resolving concerns by the state attorney general that the funds were not secure.

Columbia Bars Jewish Professor From Campus

While pro-Hamas demonstrations continued on campus, Columbia University on Monday barred a Jewish professor who had demanded New York City Mayor Eric Adams "do something" to quell the antisemitism that has erupted at the school.

Biden Weighs Immigration Relief for US Citizens' Spouses

The White House is weighing ways to provide temporary legal status and work permits to immigrants in the U.S. illegally who are married to American citizens, three sources familiar with the matter said on Monday, a move that could energize some Democrats ahead of the November elections.

Rep. Omar's Daughter Barred From Most College Activities

The daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., has been suspended from Barnard College and is barred from entering certain buildings on the school's campus after helping to organize an anti-Israel protest at Columbia University last week.

Rabbis to Newsmax: Americans Should Reject Antisemitism

Two prominent rabbis told Newsmax on Monday that as Jews begin to celebrate Passover, Americans should be protesting the rise in antisemitism.

House Judiciary Committee Probes Fatal ATF Raid

House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, is demanding documents and communications related to the early morning raid that led to the fatal shooting of former Clinton National Airport Executive Director Bryan Malinowski.

Pro-Palestinian Protesters Arrested at Yale

Police arrested dozens of people at a pro-Palestinian demonstration at Yale University on Monday, hours after Columbia University canceled in-person classes in response to protesters setting up tent encampments at its New York City campus last week.

Billionaire Robert Kraft Ends Support for Columbia

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft said he no will longer donate to Columbia University amid campus protests against Israel.

Jailed Netflix Star Joe Exotic Undergoes Cancer Tests

Former zookeeper Joe Exotic, known for his role in the Netflix documentary "Tiger King," is facing a potential battle with lung cancer, the Daily Mail reported.

Trump Says Biden Would Be 'Responsible' for Any TikTok Ban

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said on Monday that President Joe Biden was "pushing" for a ban on TikTok and would be the one responsible if a ban were imposed, urging voters to take notice.The U.S. House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation on a...

Pro-Palestinian Protests Sweep US College Campuses Following Mass Arrests at Columbia

Columbia canceled in-person classes, dozens of protesters were arrested at Yale and the gates to Harvard Yard were closed to the public on Monday as some of the most prestigious U.S. universities sought to diffuse campus tensions over Israel's war with Hamas.The various...

UnitedHealth Says Hack Could Impact Data of 'Substantial Proportion' of Americans

UnitedHealth Group said on Monday the cyberattack at its technology unit led to a breach of health and personal information, which could cover a 'substantial proportion' of Americans.The company, however, did not disclose the number of people impacted by the February...

Biden Marks Earth Day by Going After GOP, Announcing $7B in Solar Power Grants

President Joe Biden marked Earth Day by announcing $7 billion in federal grants for residential solar projects serving 900,000-plus households in low- and middle-income communities - while criticizing Republicans who want to gut his policies to address climate...

La. Education Czar to Schools: Ignore Biden Trans Rules

The Louisiana state superintendent of education sent a letter to school leaders on Monday instructing them to ignore the Biden administration's new final rules using Title IX as protections for transgender students at federally funded schools.

Mistrial in Case of Ariz. Man Accused of Fatally Shooting Migrant

An Arizona judge declared a mistrial Monday in the case of a rancher accused of fatally shooting a Mexican man on his property near the U.S.-Mexico border. The decision came after jurors failed to reach a unanimous decision after more than two full days of deliberation in ...

Bullet Train Being Built From Sin City to City of Angels

A $12 billion passenger bullet train linking Las Vegas and the Los Angeles area was dubbed the first true high-speed rail line in the nation on Monday, with the private company building it predicting millions of ticket-buyers will be boarding trains by 2028.

Biden Administration 'Failing' to Protect Jewish Students

As anti-Israel encampments take over several college campuses where protesters are chanting antisemitic slurs, confronting Jewish students, and violating a number of laws, experts say the Biden administration is "failing" on both its messaging and law enforcement.

MRC's Bozell Seeks to Block Soros Radio Buy Up

Media Research Center (MRC) President Brent Bozell filed a formal petition with the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) to request that the agency not fast-track billionaire liberal George Soros' attempt to take over Audacy, the second-largest radio company in the U.S.

Legal Battles Loom on Transgender Bathroom Policies

A new rule from President Joe Biden's administration blocking blanket policies to keep transgender students from using school bathrooms that align with their gender identity could conflict with laws in Republican-controlled states.

Mich. Bishop Apologizes for Calling Biden 'Stupid'

Bishop Robert Gruss, of Saginaw, Michigan, has apologized for remarks aimed at President Joe Biden, including calling him a "stupid"ย Catholic.

Trump Blames College Campus Turmoil on Biden

Former President Donald Trump blamed the rising chaos at college campuses on President Joe Biden, saying he has "no message" and "no compassion." "What's going on at the college level and the colleges, Columbia, NYU and others, is a disgrace," Trump told reporters outside a ...

X Bans Post About Illegal Immigrant Voting

An immigration watchdog is crying foul after the Elon Musk-owned X, formerly Twitter, banned a postย highlighting a problem withย illegal migrants registering to vote across the country.

ClearPath Strategies Poll: Black Majority Opposes TikTok Ban

A majority of Black voters oppose legislation banning TikTok, according to new polling. The poll was conducted by ClearPath Strategies and found 51 percent of Black voters oppose the ban and 55 percent of Black voters view TikTok favorably.

US Agrees to $138.7M Settlement in FBI's Botching of Larry Nassar Assault Allegations

The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement Tuesday with more than 100 people who accused the FBI of grossly mishandling allegations of sexual assault against Larry Nassar in 2015 and 2016, a critical time gap that allowed the sports doctor to continue...

Anti-Israel Protesters March on NYPD After Arrests

With flares raised high, anti-Israel protesters marched on New York City Police Department headquarters Monday night after more than 130 were arrested for refusing to leave Gould Plaza at NYU.

Education Chief 'Concerned' About Columbia Protests

Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona on Tuesday released a statement condemning "antisemitic hate on college campuses" and expressing his concerns about the "Gaza Solidarity Encampment" at Columbia University

Answers Sought as Federal Student Aid Site Fizzles

Two Republicans lawmakers want to determine if a glitch-prone federal aid site is a direct result of funds being reallocated to President Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness initiatives. Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, and Rep. Julia Letlow, R-La., wrote Tuesday to the Office of...

Maine Gov Signs Bill to Protect Abortion, Gender Care Providers

Maine's Democratic governor signed a bill designed to protect providers of abortion and gender-transition care from legal action brought by other states. Gov. Janet Mills signed the proposal after the Democratic-controlled Maine Legislature approved it earlier in the month.

Supreme Court to Hear Case on Emergency Abortions

The Supreme Court will hear a case that pits Idaho's ban on abortions, except when a patient faces death, against a federal law requiring hospitals that participate in Medicare to provide emergency treatment regardless of one's ability to pay.

Tenn. Lawmakers Pass Bill to Allow Armed Teachers, a Year After Deadly Nashville Shooting

Tennessee House Republicans on Tuesday passed a bill that would allow some teachers and staff to carry concealed handguns on public school grounds, and bar parents and other teachers from knowing who was armed.That prompted chants of "Blood on your hands" by protesters.The...

Trans Woman Sues Tenn. Over Refusal to Change Her License

A transgender Tennessee woman sued the state's Department of Safety and Homeland Security on Tuesday after officials refused to change the sex on her driver's license to match her gender identity.

Reports: Caitlin Clark to Sign 8-Year, $28 Million Nike Deal

Caitlin Clark is far from done setting records. Her latest will come off the court.The Iowa star-turned-No. 1 pick in the WNBA draft has agreed to an eight-year, $28 million contract with Nike that features a signature shoe, the Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday.That...

US Mandates New Airline Fee Disclosure, Refund Rules

The U.S. Transportation Department is finalizing new rules Tuesday that require upfront disclosure of airline fees and mandate refunds for delayed baggage or inoperative services like onboard Wi-Fi.

China Blasts US Military Aid to Taiwan for Fueling 'Dangerous Situation'

China on Wednesday blasted the latest package of U.S. military assistance to Taiwan on Wednesday, saying that such funding was pushing the self-governing island republic into a "dangerous situation."

Supreme Court Weighs Idaho's Strict Abortion Ban in Medical Emergencies

The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday wades back into the battle over abortion access in arguments pitting Idaho's strict Republican-backed abortion ban against a federal law that ensures that patients can receive emergency care.

Arrests, Barricades, Encampments as Colleges Protest Israel's War on Hamas

Standoffs between pro-Palestinian student protesters and universities grew increasingly tense on both coasts Wednesday as hundreds encamped at Columbia University faced a deadline from the administration to clear out while dozens remained barricaded inside two buildings.

Israel: US Military Aid Sends 'Strong Message' to Enemies

Israel said Wednesday the U.S. Senate approval of $13 billion in military aid sent a "strong message" to its enemies, with strikes pummeling Gaza in its war against the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas.

Morning Consult Poll: Economic Worries Put Trump Ahead in 6 Swing States

Former President Donald Trump has moved ahead of President Joe Biden in six of seven key battleground states largely due to pessimism about the economy, Bloomberg reported.

Columbia University Cites Progress With Gaza War Protesters

Columbia University said early Wednesday that it was making "important progress" with pro-Palestinian student protesters who set up a tent encampment and that it was extending a deadline to clear out, yet standoffs remained tense on the Ivy League campus in upper...

Mainstream Media Gets Scrutiny From Within, Change Doubted

Bernie Goldberg pointed out CBS' efforts to skew news coverage more than 20 years ago. John Stossel has done similarly since leaving ABC News in 2009.

Jewish New Yorkers Target Schumer Over Israel Aid

About 100 pro-Palestinian Jewish protesters were arrested Tuesday night after blocking traffic near the Brooklyn home of Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y.

Biden Signs Ukraine Aid, TikTok Ban Bills

President Joe Biden signed a hard-fought bill into law Wednesday that provides billions of dollars of new U.S. aid to Ukraine for its war with Russia, notching a rare bipartisan victory for the president as he seeks reelection and ending months of wrangling with Republicans...

Biden Pardons 11, Commutes Sentences of 5 Others

President Joe Biden on Wednesday pardoned 11 people and commuted the sentences of five others who had been convicted of non-violent drug offenses, the White House said, the latest in a series of such actions

Trump Slams 'Convicted Liar' Michael Cohen

Former President Donald Trump called his former lawyer Michael Cohen "a convicted liar" during a television interview Tuesday.

Rasmussen Poll: Only 31 Percent Approve of Biden on Mideast

President Joe Biden's policies toward Israel and the Middle East are generating much polarization in the country, with young people and some left-wing Democrats saying he is too aligned with Israel, and many Republicans and conservatives saying he is too pro-Gaza.

Gov. Greg Abbott's Political Star Rising Thanks to Immigration

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's political star is quickly rising, thanks to an aggressive focus on immigration that has led the Lone Star leader to bus thousands of migrants to sanctuary cities and order the installation of 100 miles of razor wire along the Rio Grande.

Chamber of Commerce Sues Over Noncompete Agreement Ban

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the country's largest business lobby, filed a lawsuit on Wednesday seeking to strike down a federal agency's near-total ban on employers requiring workers to sign agreements not to join rivals or launch competing businesses.

Ukraine Hits Russia With Long-Range Missiles Secretly Provided by US

Ukraine for the first time has begun using long-range ballistic missiles provided secretly by the United States, bombing a Russian military airfield in Crimea last week and Russian forces in another occupied area overnight, American officials said Wednesday.Long sought by...

Hamas Releases Israeli-American Hostage Video

Hamas on Wednesday released a propaganda video showing Israeli-American hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, who has not been seen since he was kidnapped during the terrorist group's attacks on Israel on Oct. 7.

Supreme Court Split Over Abortion in Medical Emergencies

Supreme Court justices, wading back into the battle over abortion access, appeared divided on Wednesday in a case pitting Idaho's strict Republican-backed abortion ban against a federal law that ensures that patients can receive emergency care.

N.J. Democrat Rep. Donald Payne Dead at 65

Rep. Donald Payne Jr., D-N.J., died Wednesday, more than two weeks after suffering a heart attack. He was 65.

Tenn. Would Criminalize Helping Minors Get Abortions Under Bill Heading to Gov

Tennessee is poised to become the second state in the nation to make it illegal for adults to help minors get an abortion without parental consent, a proposal that is likely to face immediate legal challenges should Gov. Bill Lee sign it into law.Tennessee's GOP-dominant...

Pro-Palestinian Encampment Develops at Harvard

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators formed an encampment on Harvard's main campus Wednesday, adding to the growing list of prestigious universities disrupted by anti-war demonstrations.

Speaker Johnson Backs Jewish Students During Columbia Visit

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., came to the defense of Jewish students at Columbia University during a visit Wednesday to the private Ivy League school's New York campus.

Giuliani Slams Columbia Protesters: 'Misguided People'

Rudy Giuliani on Wednesday slammed protesters at Columbia University, calling them "terribly misguided people."

Police Tangle With Students in Texas, California as Campus Protest Grows

Police tangled with student demonstrators in Texas and California while new encampments sprouted Wednesday at Harvard and other colleges as school leaders sought ways to defuse a growing wave of pro-Palestinian protests.

Speaker Johnson: 'Appropriate Time' for National Guard on Protests

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., told reporters on Wednesday that National Guard troops remain an option to maintain order as pro-Palestinian protests continue to dominate college campuses.

Supreme Court Justices in Trump Case Lean Toward Some Immunity

Conservative U.S. Supreme Court justices signaled sympathy for the argument that presidents have some immunity from criminal charges for certain actions taken in office as it heard arguments over Donald Trump's claim of immunity from prosecution for trying to undo his 2020...

Rep. Malliotakis to Newsmax: Columbia President Must Resign

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis told Newsmax on Thursday that Columbia University President Minouche Shafik is right with her calls for a "reset" at the university in the wake of ongoing pro-Palestinian protests - as long as that reset starts with her resignation.

GOP Sen. Marco Rubio, Rep. Elise Stefanik: Block All US Sales to Huawei

China hardliner Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., is calling on the Biden administration to block all sales to Huawei after the sanctioned Chinese tech company released a new AI-enabled laptop powered by an Intel AI processor chip.

Colleges Turn to Police to Quell Anti-Israel Protests

With graduations looming, student protesters doubled down early Thursday on their discontent of the Israel-Hamas war on campuses across the country as universities, including ones in California and Texas, have become quick to call in the police to end the unrest.

Chinese Military Officials Met US, Russian Naval Officials This Week

Senior Chinese military officials held separate meetings with U.S. and Russian naval counterparts during a Western Pacific naval symposium in Qingdao this week, a Chinese defense ministry spokesperson said Thursday.

Axios/Harris Poll: Most Support Mass Deportations

Half of Americans, including 42% of Democrats, said they would support mass deportations of undocumented migrants, according to a poll released Thursday.

N.Y. Appeals Court Overturns Harvey Weinstein's 2020 Rape Conviction

New York's highest court Thursday overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, finding the judge at the landmark #MeToo trial prejudiced the former movie mogul with "egregious" improper rulings.

Outrage Over Caitlin Clark's WNBA Salary Overlooks Crucial Factors

After the announcement earlier this month that this year's No. 1 draft pick Caitlin Clark would make a future WNBA salary 30 times less than her NBA male counterparts, a firestorm over the disparity has made headlines.

Axios/Harris Poll: Most Support Mass Deportations

Half of Americans, including 42% of Democrats, said they would support mass deportations of undocumented migrants, according to a poll released Thursday.

Aid Workers Killed in Gaza to Be Honored at D.C. Memorial

A memorial at the National Cathedral in Washington on Thursday will honor the seven World Central Kitchen aid workers killed by Israeli airstrikes in Gaza earlier this month.

Slack Co-founder's Child Missing in California

The teenage daughter of billionaire Slack co-founder Stewart Butterfield is missing and believed to be in or around San Francisco's dangerous Tenderloin neighborhood.

N.Y. Prosecutors Claim Trump Still Violating Gag Order

Prosecutors argue Donald Trump again violated a gag order in his business records trial, as the criminal case resumed on the same day the Supreme Court weighed whether he should be immune from prosecution for actions taken during his time as president.

Net Neutrality Rules Restored by FCC in 3-2 Vote

The U.S. Federal Communications Commission voted Thursday to reinstate landmark net neutrality rules and assume new regulatory oversight of broadband internet rescinded under former President Donald Trump. The commission voted 3-2 along party lines to reinstate open internet ...

First Freighter Leaves Baltimore After Deeper Channel Opened

A cargo ship trapped by the collapse of a major bridge in Baltimore last month successfully left the port city on Thursday after a new temporary channel was opened, shipping data show. The March 26 collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge after it was struck by a huge ...

EPA's Final Power Plant Regulations Called 'Extreme'

The Environmental Protection Agency, under the direction of President Joe Biden, released its final regulations for power plants on Thursday amid warnings from industry experts that the mandates will have a deleterious effect on the nation's energy needs.

Anti-Israel Protesters 'Don't Know' What They're Protesting

Two Columbia University students who hastened to join the pro-Palestinianย protest at New York University have gone viral on social media for admitting they "don't know" the purpose of the protest.

Possible UFO Spotted Near LaGuardia Airport

Michelle Reyes was on a flight over New York City last month when she thought she saw something peculiar out the window.

USC Cancels Graduation Ceremony Over Protest Fears

The University of Southern California canceled its main stage graduation ceremony Thursday as college officials across the U.S. worried that ongoing campus protests against the Israel-Hamas war could disrupt May commencement ceremonies.

Rasmussen Poll: Most Say Self-Defense Driving Gun Sales

Most Americans say that self-defense is the main reason that most people purchase a firearm and almost half say it's "too easy" to buy a gun in the United States, according to a new poll from Rasmussen Reports.

Columbia Board Stands Behind Embattled President

The Columbia University Board of Trustees is standing behind embattled President Minouche Shafik, lauding her response to the anti-Israel protests that have roiled the campus in recent days, shortly after House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., called for her resignation.

Report: 13 Banks Helped Feds Spy on Trump Supporters

At least 13 financial institutions helped the Biden administration spy on Donald Trump supporters without a warrant in the aftermath of the Jan. 6, 2021, riots on Capitol Hill, the Daily Mail reported Thursday.

Rasmussen Poll: Most Say Self-Defense Driving Gun Sales

Most Americans say that self-defense is the main reason that most people purchase a firearm and almost half say it's "too easy" to buy a gun in the United States, according to a new poll from Rasmussen Reports.

Pro-Palestinian Columbia Students File Civil Rights Complaint

A group of pro-Palestinian students at Columbia University has filed a federal civil rights complaint against the Ivy League school for discrimination against protesters and students of Palestinian origin.

Alabama Advances Bill That Could Prosecute Librarians

Alabama lawmakers on Thursday advanced legislation that could see librarians prosecuted under the state's obscenity law for providing "harmful" materials to minors, the latest in a wave of bills in Republican-led states targeting library content and decisions. The Alabama ...

CNN Poll: Trump Treated Differently Than Other Defendants

A majority of Americans believe former President Donald Trump is being treated differently than other defendants regarding his criminal trial in New York over allegations of falsifying business records to cover a payment to porn star Stormy Daniels, a CNN poll found.

US, 17 Other Countries Urge Hamas to Release Hostages

The United States and 17 other countries on Thursday issued an appeal for Hamas to release all of its hostages as a pathway to end the crisis in Gaza, but Hamas vowed not to relent to international pressure.

Biden's Cannibals Story Leaves White House in the Lurch

Joe Biden raised eyebrows when he hinted that cannibals on the island of New Guinea may have eaten his uncle's body after he was shot down during World War II.

Jewish Yale Student to Newsmax: I'm Viewed as the Enemy

The Jewish editor-in-chief of the Yale Free Press on Friday recounted a frightening attack on her by anti-Israel protesters at the school, saying demonstrators "viewed me as the enemy."

Trump Wishes Melania 'Happy Birthday' Amid 'Rigged' Trial

Former President Donald Trump will be spending his wife's birthday apart from her. Outside a New York City courthouse on Friday, Trump made sure to wish Melania Trump, the former first lady, a happy birthday.

Longtime CNN Anchor Poppy Harlow to Leave Network

Longtime CNN news anchor Poppy Harlow announced Friday she is leaving the network where she has worked since 2008 following the cancelation of the program she co-hosted.

Congestion Pricing in NYC Starts In June

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority announced its new congestion pricing plan for Manhattan will officially go into effect on June 30.The pricing plan, the first of its kind in the nation, will charge passenger cars $15 a day to enter a congestion zone below 60th...

WSJ: Biden Admin to Drop Plan to Ban Menthol Cigarettes

The Biden administration is reversing course on its plan to ban menthol cigarettes, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.

Gov. Newsom: Blackouts Not Over in California

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Thursday that while the state is continuing to add to its battery storage, it is not enough to avoid blackouts during heat waves, according to the Los Angeles Times.

Pro-Palestinian Student: 'Zionists Don't Deserve to Live'

A pro-Palestinian student at Columbia University justified deadly violence against Zionists in a video taken in January.

Calif. Bill Aiming to Ban Confidentiality Agreements When Negotiating Legislation Fails

A bill that sought to ban the use of confidentiality agreements when negotiating potential laws in California has failed to pass a state legislative committee.

NYPD's Chell to Newsmax: Consequences for Student Protesters

John Chell, chief of patrol for the NYPD, told Newsmax on Friday that pro-Palestinian college students protesting Israel's war against Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip need reminding that their actions will have consequences if they stray from the law.

Tornadoes Collapse Buildings, Level Homes in Nebraska, Iowa

Tornadoes wreaked havoc Friday in the Midwest, causing a building to collapse with dozens of people inside and destroying and damaging hundreds of homes, many around Omaha, Nebraska.As of Friday night, there were several reports of injuries but no immediate deaths reported.

Trump Secretary Graff: Stormy Auditioned for Apprentice

Stormy Daniels, the porn star who has accused former President Donald Trump of an inappropriate relationship, may have tried to audition for Trump's reality show "The Apprentice," Rhona Graff, Trump's longtime executive assistant, testified Friday.

Trump Blasts RFK Jr. as 'Wasted Protest Vote,' 'Radical Left'

Presumptive Republicanย presidential nominee Donald Trump is removing Robert F. Kennedy fromย nascent chatter of being a running mate and calling him "a WASTED PROTEST VOTE" that is even more "Radical Left" than President Joe Biden and "Green New Scam" artists.

Rep. Lawler to Newsmax: 'Disgrace' Columbia Pres. Allowed Protests

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik should resign her position, as it is a "disgrace" that she allowed anti-Israel protests to continue at the Ivy League school, leaving Jewish students threatened, Rep. Mike Lawler told Newsmax on Saturday.

WH: Columbia Protester's Statements 'Dangerous, Appalling'

The White House on Friday condemned resurfaced remarks made by Khymani James, a student who served as a spokesperson for the pro-Palestinian encampment at Columbia University.

Columbia Bans Protest Leader Over Anti-Zionist Statement

Columbia University is confirming that Khymani James, an organizer of pro-Palestinian protests at the school, has been banned from its campus after a video surfaced where he is shown declaring that "Zionists don't deserve to live."

Residents Going Through Rubble After Tornadoes Hammer Nebraska, Iowa

Residents began sifting through the rubble Saturday after a tornado plowed through suburban Omaha, Nebraska, demolishing homes and businesses as it moved for miles through farmland and into subdivisions, then slamming an Iowa town.

Biden Jabs Trump in Election-Year Roast at Correspondents' Dinner

President Joe Biden delivered an election-year roast on Saturday night at the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner as protestors outside criticized his support for Israel's war against Hamas.

Biden Jabs Trump in Election-Year Roast at Correspondents' Dinner

President Joe Biden delivered an election-year roast on Saturday night at the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner as protesters outside criticized his support for Israel's war against Hamas.

Tornadoes Kill 2 in Oklahoma as Governor Issues State of Emergency for 12 Counties amid Storm Damage

Tornadoes that tore across Oklahoma left a wide trail of destruction Sunday, leveling homes and buildings and knocking out power for tens of thousands of residents. At least two people were killed, including a child.Dozens of reported tornadoes have wreaked havoc in the...

Tornadoes Kill 4 in Oklahoma, Leave Massive Destruction

Tornadoes killed at least four people in Oklahoma and left thousands without power Sunday after a destructive outbreak of severe weather flattened buildings in the heart of one rural town and injured dozens of people.

Green Party's Stein Arrested at Campus Pro-Palestinian Protest

Police arrested Green Party candidate Jill Stein on Saturday during a Gaza war protest at Washington University in St. Louis.

Texans' Tank Dell Hurt in Florida Club Shooting

Houston Texans wide receiver Tank Dell was shot and sustained minor injuries at a Florida nightclub on Saturday night.

Violence Erupts at UCLA Over Hamas Protests

Protests at U.S. universities showed no sign of slowing over the weekend, with more arrests on campuses across the country and skirmishes between pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian demonstrators at UCLA, where a tent encampment was set up last week.

At Harvard, Protesters Take Down US Flag, Raise Hamas'

Pro-Palestinian protesters at Harvard University flew three Palestinian flags off the college's University Hall on Saturday evening, The Crimson reported.

6 Big Things from Trump's Trial You Need to Know

While New York's Democrat prosecutor is seeking to charge Donald Trump with election interference for calling a payment to a lawyer a legal expense, Trump and legal experts are decrying the actual election interference of a trial of "no crime."The trial related to Michael...

Missouri Poll: Majority Wants Crackdown on Chinese Influence

As legislation in Missouri is being weighed to protect the weed-killer product Roundup from lawsuits, a new poll in Missouri shows an overwhelming majority neither want to hand over influence in U.S. food supply, nor Missouri elections to China.

House, Senate Strike FAA Bill Deal, Will Not Hike Pilot Retirement Age

House and Senate negotiators said early Monday they have reached a deal to boost air traffic controller staffing and boost funding to avert runway close call incidents, but will not hike the airline pilot retirement age to 67 from 65.

EPA's Strict Coal Plant Rules Will Have 'Minuscule' Impact on Climate

A series of new EPA rules that will force coal-fired and new natural gas power plants to cut or capture 90% of their emissions if they want to remain open will have a "minuscule, unmeasurable impact" on the climate and likely will drive electricity prices higher.

Anti-Israel Demonstrations Roil College Campuses

Protests are roiling college campuses across the U.S. as upcoming graduation ceremonies are threatened by disruptive demonstrators, with students and others sparring over the war in Gaza and its mounting death toll.

China's Panda Diplomacy Not a Sign of 'Friendship'

While China may be signaling that it wants to "repair" relations with the U.S. after San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced that the city would receive a pair of giant pandas, some experts caution against restoring panda diplomacy. Even though China's practice of sending...

Oklahoma Begins Long Cleanup After 4 Killed in Weekend Tornadoes

Small towns in Oklahoma began a long cleanup Monday after tornadoes flattened homes and buildings and killed four people, including an infant, widening a destructive outbreak of severe weather across the middle of the U.S.

6 Big Things from Trump's Trial You Need to Know

While New York's Democrat prosecutor is seeking to charge Donald Trump with election interference for calling a payment to a lawyer a legal expense, Trump and legal experts are decrying the actual election interference of a trial of "no crime."

China's Panda Diplomacy Not a Sign of 'Friendship'

While China may be signaling that it wants to "repair" relations with the U.S. after San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced that the city would receive a pair of giant pandas, some experts caution against restoring panda diplomacy.

NYC Migrant Crisis Tied to Firefighter's Death

A New York City firefighter died of a heart attack just months after being fired as part of Mayor Eric Adams' budget cuts to create funding for the city's migrant crisis, leaving his family to struggle financially and without insurance.

Columbia President Accused of 'Intellectual Theft'

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik is being accused of taking full credit for a research paper that she co-authored, according to a Yale University professor.

Jerry Seinfeld Slams 'Extreme Left, PC Crap' for Ruining Comedy

Jerry Seinfeld has taken aim at the "extreme left" and political correctness, which he said have ruined television comedy.

Rep. Mike Lawler to Newsmax: Jewish Dems Quiet on Antisemitism to Pander for Votes

Jewish lawmakers on Capitol Hill are quiet on the antisemitic protests that have roiled Columbia University and other college campuses in recent weeks because their goal is to shore up Democrat voter ahead of November, Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., told Newsmax.

Congress Stops Cruz Proposal for Airport Security Escorts

Congress will not be moving forward with a proposal that would allow lawmakers and judges facing credible threats to get special security escorts at airports, according to The Hill.

Slack Co-founder's Missing Teen Found, Man Arrested

A 26-year-old man has been charged in connection with the abduction of a child of two tech founders. Mint Butterfield, 16, was discovered Saturday by San Francisco cops in the back of a van belonging to Christopher "Kio" Dizefalo, according to police.

House Dems Push Columbia to 'Act Decisively' Against Encampment

A group of House Democrats are putting pressure to Columbia University's board to "act decisively" in ending an "anti-Israel, anti-Jewish" encampment on the Ivy League's New York City campus or resign.

Columbia University Defy Deadline to Get Out

Anti-Israel protesters at New York City's Columbia University ignored a Monday deadline to clear out tent encampments from the Manhattan campus.

Remaining Haley Voters Show Trump Vulnerabilities

Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley is still pulling in votes in Republican presidential primaries despite her dropping out of the race, illustrating her backers are still wary of voting for the presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump, The Wall Street Journal reported.

Supreme Court Denies Peter Navarro's Bid to Stay Out of Prison

The Supreme Court on Monday denied former Trump adviser Peter Navarro's request to avoid further prison time over his contempt of Congress conviction, according to multiple reports.

Britney Spears Claims There's 'No Justice' After Settling Conservatorship

Britney Spears has opened up about the "hurt" her family has caused her days after formally settling her conservatorship case with her father Jamie Spears.

NCAA Under Pressure to Include Trans Athletes in Women's Sports

The NCAA is facing pressure to act on the role of transgender athletes in college sports after a small college association's recent decision to ban all trans women from women's sports.

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