JK Rowling Would Not Accept Apologies From 'Harry Potter' Actors

After "Harry Potter" author JK Rowling shared a report showing the National Health Service did not know the long-term affects of transitioning children, fans wondered if the report would reconcile the author's relationship with the actors from the movies based on her books.

FBI Concerned About Possible Coordinated Attack in US After Russia Massacre

The FBI is concerned about the possibility of an organized attack in the United States similar to the one that killed scores of people at a Russian concert hall last month, the bureau's director told a House of Representatives panel on Thursday.

WSJ Poll: Biden's Support Among Black Men Cratering

A new Wall Street Journal poll found that President Joe Biden is facing a drop-off in support among what has historically been one of the Democratic Party's most loyal constituencies: Black men.

Lawyer: Simpson Still Owes Goldman Family $100M+

An attorney for Fred Goldman said Thursday that O.J. Simpson owed the murder victim's family more than $100 million at the time of his death.

Axed by CBS, Reporter Herridge Blasts Network's File Seizure as 'Journalistic Rape'

Catherine Herridge, a veteran investigative journalist known for her reporting on the Hunter Biden laptop scandal - accused her most recent employer, CBS News, of committing "journalistic rape" and undermining her professional standing by seizing her filed following her...

Ukraine Evangelicals Urge Mike Johnson to Vote on Aid

A group representing evangelical Christians in Ukraine is urging House Speaker Mike Johnson to push for a vote to approve billions of dollars in aid to the war-torn country.

Most US Colleges Require DEI Courses to Graduate

A recent report reveals that two-thirds of colleges and universities across the United States now require students to complete coursework focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in order to graduate, the New York Post reported.

FBI Concerned About Possible Coordinated Attack in US After Russia Massacre

The FBI is concerned about the possibility of an organized attack in the United States similar to the one that killed scores of people at a Russian concert hall last month, the bureau's director told a House of Representatives panel on Thursday."As I look back over my...

WSJ Poll: Biden's Support Among Black Men Cratering

A new Wall Street Journal poll found that President Joe Biden is facing a drop-off in support among what has historically been one of the Democratic Party's most loyal constituencies: Black men.

Rep. Jeffries: Dems Won't Help Speaker Johnson on FISA

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., on Thursday said that Democrats would not provide Republican leaders with the support needed to move forward on a bill to reauthorize the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

Biden Warns on Beijing's South China Sea Moves in Philippines-Japan Summit

Long-simmering tensions between China and its neighbors took center stage on Thursday as leaders of the U.S., Japan, and the Philippines gathered at the White House to push back on Beijing's stepped-up pressure on Manila in the disputed South China Sea.

Emerson Poll: Most in Fla. Oppose 6-Week Abortion Ban

A majority of Florida voters say the state's ban on abortions after six weeks that is set to take place next month is too severe, an Emerson College poll revealed Thursday.

ADL Fails Harvard, MIT in Antisemitism Report Card

Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology were among 13 schools to receive failing grades from the Anti-Defamation League in its annual Campus Antisemitism Report Card published Thursday.

Trump: RFK Jr. Is 'Most Radical Left Candidate'

Former President Donald Trump, the GOP's presumptive nominee, said in a video posted on Truth Social Thursday that when it comes to left-leaning policies, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is more "radical" than President Joe Biden or Green Party candidate Jill Stein.

S&P, Nasdaq End Sharply Higher on Soft Inflation Data

U.S. stocks closed higher Thursday, with tech-related momentum stocks leading the charge, as fresh economic data rekindled hopes that inflation remains in a cooling trend.

Some Democrats Reject Calls for Sotomayor to Retire

Some Democrats are not ready for Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor to retire.

Harvard to Reinstate Standardized Test Requirements

Harvard University announced on Thursday that it is reinstating its requirement that all applicants submit scores from SAT and ACT exams starting next year, The Harvard Gazette reported.

Psychedelics Effects on Hamas Terror Attack Victims

Thousands of Israelis were using mind-altering substances when Hamas fighters attacked a desert festival on Oct. 7. Now, scientists are analyzing how these drugs affected the festival goers during extreme trauma. According to The New York Times, some 4,000 revelers were...

US Airlines, Unions Urge Biden Administration Not to Approve More China Flights

Major U.S. airlines and aviation unions on Thursday urged the Biden administration to pause approvals of additional flights between China and the United States, citing ongoing "anti-competitive policies of the Chinese government." In February, the U.S. Transportation...

Rep. Jordan: FISA Reforms Must Require Warrants

House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan said Thursday he'll refuse to vote to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act unless it includes a requirement that federal law enforcement officials obtain a warrant to search for U.S. citizens' data.

Bankman-Fried Appeals FTX Fraud Conviction, 25-Year Sentence

Sam Bankman-Fried, facing the prospect of spending much of his adult life behind bars, Thursday appealed his conviction and 25-year prison sentence for stealing $8 billion from customers of the now-bankrupt FTX cryptocurrency exchange he founded.

Analysis: Biden's New Student Loan Relief Plan Costs $84B

President Joe Biden's new plan to provide relief to student borrowers comes at a cost: $84 billion.

Kevin Costner Would 'Like To' Return to 'Yellowstone'

Kevin Costner has opened up about his future in "Yellowstone," saying that he would "like to be able" to return for the final season if it felt "really comfortable."

US, Japan Signal Support for Texas High-Speed Rail Plan

The governments of the United States and Japan signaled support for a plan to build the first high-speed rail in the U.S. using Japanese bullet trains after their leaders met in Washington on Wednesday.

This Common Cancer Killed O.J. Simpson

O.J. Simpson, "The "Juice," the former football star and notorious defendant in the murder trial of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson, in which he was acquitted, died Wednesday at the age of 76.A statement by Simpson's family said he died of cancer. According to CBS News,...

Fmr Interpreter Charged With Stealing $16 Million From Baseball Star Shohei Ohtani

The former longtime interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is being charged with federal bank fraud for crimes involving gambling debts and theft of more than $16 million from the Japanese sensation, federal authorities said Thursday.U.S. Attorney Martin...

Ga. Prosecutor to Lead Probe of GOP Lt. Gov. Jones

A Georgia state prosecutor will lead an investigation of Lt. Gov. Burt Jones' alleged role in trying to help Donald Trump overturn the 2020 presidential election in the state.

Ipsos Poll: 42 Percent of Hispanic Americans Want Border Wall

The share of Hispanic Americans in favor of building a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border has climbed to 42% amid illegal immigration crisis at the southern border, a new Axios/Ipsos poll found.

Trump Calls for Debates With Biden Sooner, More Often

The election campaign for Donald Trump has sent a letter to the Commission on Presidential Debates requesting the current debate schedule be adjusted to account for the abrupt changes in U.S. voting patterns.

Flag Shirts Get Dance Team Booted From Competition

Members of a country line dance team set to perform at the Emerald City Hoedown in Seattle over the weekend were told they weren't welcome, with organizers saying their American flag-themed shirts were making some attendees feel "triggered and unsafe."

Sen. Menendez, Wife to Have Separate Bribery Trials

Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., and his wife will be tried separately on allegations that they participated in a bribery scheme, a federal judge ruled Thursday.

Rep. Frank Lucas Running for Financial Services Chair

Rep. Frank Lucas, R-Okla., has entered the race for House Financial Services Committee chair.

Quinnipiac Poll: Trump Holds Slim Lead in North Carolina

Former President Donald Trump holds a narrow lead over President Joe Biden in North Carolina, a key swing state in this year's presidential election, according to a Quinnipiac University poll released Thursday.

Rep. Stefanik Rips Harvard for Antisemitic Inaction

House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., blasted Harvard University for "cultural rot" over its lack of meting out discipline to two students who allegedly assaulted and harassed an Israel student months ago.

Speaker Johnson Rakes in $20M-Plus in Fundraising

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is set to announce Thursday that he raked in more than $20 million during the first fundraising quarter, according to Politico.

Biden Mocked for Looking Confused During WH Ceremony

President Joe Biden was "in a perpetual state of confusion" during a ceremony at the White House on Wednesday, according to the Republican National Committee. The 81-year-old Biden, the oldest sitting president, welcomed Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, 66, on a state...

Emerson Poll: Trump, Sen. Scott Poised for Florida Wins

Former President Donald Trump and Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., are poised to beat their Democrat opponents in Florida, a new state survey of voters showed.

Clintons, De Niro Attend WH State Dinner

Actor Robert De Niro, former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton led the liberal-charged guest list Wednesday night at the White House state dinner in honor of visiting Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, according to reports.

OJ Simpson, 76, Dies of Cancer

O.J. Simpson, 76, has died of cancer, his family announced Thursday on X.

Navalny's Posthumous Memoir Set for October Release

A memoir Alexei Navalny began working on in 2020 will be published this fall. "Patriot," which publisher Alfred A. Knopf is calling the late Russian opposition leader's "final letter to the world," will come out Oct. 22.

Trump Not Happy With MTG Effort to Oust Speaker Johnson

Former President Donald Trump and his team are not happy about Georgia GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's threat to pursue ousting Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., Politico reported Thursday.

Trump Trial Puts Manhattan DA in Political Maelstrom

When the first of former President Donald Trump's four criminal prosecutions heads to trial Monday, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg will be at the center of a political maelstrom that has few precedents.

N.C. Case May Reshape Election Officials' Privileges

North Carolina's highest court could determine whether election officials retain special legal privileges that allow them to defame individual voters and set a precedent for how voter fraud claims are pursued. The North Carolina Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral...

Attorneys Hired to Investigate Threats Against Lawmakers

U.S. Capitol Police reportedly hired three attorneys to help prosecute those who threaten members of Congress amid growing intimidation aimed at Capitol Hill lawmakers.

Baptist Leaders Urge Speaker Johnson to Support Ukraine

Southern Baptist leaders are calling on House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., to "consider the plight of Christians" and support Ukraine in its war against Russia.

Musk-Brazil Battle Seen by Some as Mirror of US Fight

Besides angering liberals and leftists in the United States by buying Twitter, renaming it X, and drastically reducing the social media platform's "content moderation," Elon Musk has taken his free speech crusade to Brazil.

Biden Awards $830 Million for Climate Change Infrastructure

The Biden administration Thursday awarded $830 million in grants to fund 80 projects aimed at toughening the nation's aging infrastructure against the harmful impacts of climate change.

Meta to Blur Instagram Messages Containing Nudity in Latest Move for Teen Safety

Instagram will test features that blur messages containing nudity to safeguard teens and prevent potential scammers from reaching them, its parent Meta said on Thursday as it tries to allay concerns over harmful content on its apps.

Unemployment Claims Fall More Than Expected

The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell more than expected last week, suggesting that the labor market remained fairly tight, though it could be taking longer for some laid off workers to land new jobs.

Wholesale Prices Rose 2.1%, Most Since April

U.S. producer prices rose in March from a year earlier at the fastest pace in nearly a year, offering more evidence that progress against inflation may have stalled this year and raising doubts about the timing of any interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve.

Oakland Airport May Add 'San Francisco' to Its Name, San Francisco Opposes It

The Oakland International Airport might add "San Francisco" to its name to attract more passengers, but its neighbors across the Bay have slammed the possible rebrand.

Baptist Leaders Urge Speaker Johnson to Support Ukraine

Southern Baptist leaders are calling on House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., to "consider the plight of Christians" and support Ukraine in its war against Russia. Daniel Darling, director of the Land Center for Cultural Engagement at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary,...

Influx of Chinese Migrants Poses Major National Security 'Threat'

With a massive spike in the number of Chinese nationals crossing the U.S. border illegally, immigration experts fear that national security is at risk because of the migrants' possible ties to the Chinese Communist Party.

Women Seeking Abortion to Flood Other States After Arizona Ruling

Doctors and clinic leaders said there will be a scramble across the Southwest and West for abortions due to Tuesday's decision, which said officials might enforce an 1864 law criminalizing all abortions except when a woman's life is at stake.

Zelenskyy Calls for More Air Defense After 'Massive' Russian Strikes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for more air defense supplies Thursday morning after Russia used over 40 missiles and 40 drones to deal damage to the country's critical infrastructure in five regions.

Judge Temporarily Halts Florida Teacher Pronoun Law

A federal judge has temporarily halted a Florida law preventing a transgender teacher from using pronouns that do not match her birth sex, NBC News reported.

NY Times: Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter Working on Plea Deal

Japanese baseball star Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter, who was fired by the Los Angeles Dodgers amid allegations he stole from Ohtani to cover gambling debts, is in negotiations with federal prosecutors to plead guilty, The New York Times reported.

Ukraine Passes Conscription Law to Bolster Forces by 500,000

Ukraine's parliament passed a law Thursday that will govern how the country recruits new conscripts, following months of delay and after thousands of amendments were submitted to water down the initial draft.

FBI Warns of Potential Coordinated Terrorist Attack in US After Russia Massacre

The FBI is concerned about the possibility of an organized attack in the United States similar to the one that killed scores at a Russian concert hall last month, the bureau's director plans to tell a House panel Thursday.

US to Close 'Gun Show Loophole,' Require More Background Checks

A rule requiring gun dealers to obtain federal licenses and conduct background checks regardless of where they sell guns has been finalized and will soon go into effect, the U.S. Justice Department announced Thursday.

Philippines Eyes $100B in Deals From US, Japan Summit

The Philippines is eyeing around $100 billion in investment deals in the next five to 10 years from the country's trilateral summit with the United States and Japan, the presidential office said in a statement, quoting its ambassador to Washington. The investments would...

Report: 22 Million School Papers Written by AI

Plagiarism detection company Turnitin has released data claiming that at least 22 million papers submitted by students last year may have been written using generative AI, Wired reported.

Judge Temporarily Halts Florida Teacher Pronoun Law

A federal judge has temporarily halted a Florida law preventing a transgender teacher from using pronouns that do not match her birth sex, NBC News reported.

Jordan Demands Docs in Govt-Tech Censorship Resurgence

House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan Tuesday sent letters to Big Tech executives, Attorney General Merrick Garland, and FBI Director Christopher Wray, demanding documents related to the White House's "recent interactions with social media and technology companies."

Arrest Made in February Bombing Outside Alabama AG's Office

A 26-year-old man was arrested Wednesday and faces federal charges in connection with a February bombing outside the office of Republican Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall.

Jury: Amazon Owes $525M in Cloud-Storage Patent Fight

Amazon.com's Amazon Web Services, the world's largest cloud-service provider, owes tech company Kove $525 million for violating its patent rights in data-storage technology, an Illinois federal jury said on Wednesday.

Japanese Astronaut to Be First Non-American to Set Foot on Moon

A lucky Japanese astronaut will become the first non-American to set foot on the Moon during one of NASA's upcoming Artemis missions, US President Joe Biden announced Wednesday.The offer to Japan -- an opportunity many nations have long dreamed of -- came as part of Prime...

Fmr AG Barr: Trump's Push to Kill FISA 'Crazy, Reckless'

Former Attorney General Bill Barr said Wednesday that former President Donald Trump's push for Congress to kill the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is "crazy and reckless," adding there will be "blood on people's hands" if the intelligence community's surveillance...

Disney Fires Back in Mandalorian Firing

Disney is pushing back against Gina Carano's lawsuit, asserting the former "Mandalorian" and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) star was terminated for her controversial remarks trivializing the Holocaust.

Retired Gen. Wesley Clark to Newsmax: 'Serious Mistakes' Made in Gaza War

"Serious mistakes" have been made from the beginning of the hostilities between Israel and Hamas, but the United States remains a strong supporter of Israel, a key ally, retired Army Gen. Wesley Clark, a former NATO Supreme Allied Commander, told Newsmax.

NPR Editor: Bosses Squelched Hunter Laptop Story

A 25-year veteran reporter for NPR has called out his bosses at the network, saying they abandoned their journalistic standards in regard to the Hunter Biden laptop story because fair coverage might have aided then-President Donald Trump in his bid for reelection.

Biden Gaffe: 'Elect Me. I'm in the 20th Century'

President Joe Biden on Wednesday accidentally referred to himself as being "in the 20th century" in a comment toward the end of a joint press conference with the prime minister of Japan.

Biden Praises PM Kishida's Leadership, Japan's Growing Global Clout

President Joe Biden praised Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's "bold" leadership on a series of global crises as he welcomed the Japanese leader to the White House on Wednesday for wide-ranging talks that touched on the delicate security situation in the Pacific, the war in...

Speaker Johnson Heads to Mar-a-Lago for 'Election Integrity' Meet

A number of reports Wednesday indicate that House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is preparing to meet with former President Donald Trump and hold a press conference on "election integrity."

Quake Study Warns: California on Brink of Big One

California may be on the brink of experiencing one of its largest seismic events in the last twenty years.

Dems Fret Trump's Abortion Stance Will Sway Moderates

Democrats are increasingly worried that former President Donald Trump's position on abortion is going over too well with moderates and will cost them the presidential election in November.

Iowa Governor Signs Bill That Gives State Authority to Arrest and Deport Some Migrants

It will be a state crime for a person to be in Iowa if previously denied admission to or removed from the United States under a bill signed into law by Gov. Kim Reynolds on Wednesday.The law, which takes effect July 1, has elevated anxiety in Iowa's immigrant communities...

Biden's Efforts Have Failed, Iran Close to Nuclear Weapon

Iran is now closer to nuclear weapons capability than at any time in its history, according to confidential inspection reports and interviews with officials and experts who monitor Tehran's progress, The Washington Post reported Wednesday.

Fmr Biden Chief of Staff: Focus on Economy

Ron Klain, a former White House chief of staff under President Joe Biden, said his former boss is focused too much on infrastructure - including bridges - during his reelection campaign and not enough on the economy.

Trump Loses Third Bid This Week to Delay Trial

A New York appeals judge on Wednesday denied Donald Trump's third last-ditch attempt this week to delay his April 15 criminal trial on charges stemming from hush money paid to a porn star, paving the way for the first-ever trial of a former U.S. president.During an earlier...

Administrator Ignored Warnings Boy Who Shot Teacher Had Gun

A former assistant principal at a Virginia elementary school dismissed several warnings from teachers and students that a 6-year-old had a gun in the hours before he shot his teacher, according to a grand jury report released Wednesday.

Trump Thinks It's Not Appropriate to Visit Ukraine as Presidential Candidate

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump thinks it is not appropriate for him to visit Ukraine right now since he does not hold office, his campaign said on Wednesday after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged him to come.Zelenskyy, in an interview with Axel Springer...

Study: Russia, China, Ukraine Worst Cybercrime Spots

The World Cybercrime Index, which was unveiled in the journal PLOS One, ranked Russia, Ukraine and China as the worst spots for cybercrime.

Report: At Least 2 Shot at Philadelphia Ramadan Event

At least two people were shot Wednesday at an Eid al-Fitr event in Philadelphia, a law enforcement official told The Associated Press.

Rep. Jackson Lee: Misspoke About Moon Being Mostly Gases

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, on Wednesday said she "misspoke" while talking about the sun and moon earlier this week regarding the solar eclipse, remarks that went viral online.

Bloomberg: US Sees Iranian Missile Strike on Israel as Imminent

United States and allied intel sources told Bloomberg on Wednesday that a large-scale attack by Iran against Israel is imminent, expected in the coming days.The report from the news organization struck a tone of urgency, suggesting it is now a question of if, not when, Iran...

Wall Street Ends Sharply Lower on Sticky Inflation

U.S. stocks tumbled to a lower close Wednesday after hotter-than-expected inflation data threw cold water on hopes that the Federal Reserve would begin cutting interest rates as early as June.

Hollywood Stars to Congress: Help Fund Ukraine

Hollywood heavyweights Sean Penn, Barbra Streisand, and Mark Hamill are calling for Congress to provide funding for Ukraine in its war against Russia

Biden Weighs Australia Request to Drop Julian Assange Prosecution

President Joe Biden on Wednesday said he was considering Australia's request to drop the prosecution of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, who had released troves of confidential U.S. classified documents and is battling extradition to the United States.Australian Prime...

Trump Renews Criticism of Jewish Voters Who Back Biden

Donald Trump on Wednesday questioned the mental fitness of Jewish voters who back President Joe Biden and framed this year's election as a referendum on the strength of Christianity in the U.S., part of his sharp-edged continuing appeal to evangelical conservatives who are...

Cornel West Picks Melina Abdullah as Running Mate

Independent presidential candidate Cornel West said Wednesday that he selected Melina Abdullah as his running mate.

House Blocks Domestic Surveillance Bill After Trump's Opposition

An overhaul of a controversial U.S. domestic surveillance program backed by Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson foundered Wednesday after critics including Donald Trump said it gave the government too much power to spy on its citizens.

Former Obama Aides Chide Biden on Israel Policy

President Joe Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas war is drawing the ire of aides who served in the administration of former President Barack Obama.

Trump: Stormy Daniels Admitted in '18 'It Never Happened'

Donald Trump posted a message on Truth Social on Wednesday sharing the note from Stormy Daniels in 2018 stating that she never had sexual relations with the former president and was never paid hush money.

Texas Democrat Under Fire for Reparations Comments

Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, has come under fire after saying in a recent interview that it's not "necessarily a bad idea" to make African Americans exempt from paying taxes "for a certain amount of time" as a form of reparations.

Speaker Johnson: FISA Reforms Will Stop Program's Abuses

House Speaker Mike Johnson Wednesday called on Congress to take quick action on reforming and reauthorizing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), saying major changes are being discussed to stop the program from being abused.

N.Y. Weighs Lifting Post-Prohibition Town Booze Bans

New York towns and villages that have post-Prohibition bans on alcohol sales would be forced to lift such restrictions under a bill moving through the Legislature.

Trump: Arizona High Court Abortion Ruling Went Too Far

Former President Donald Trump said Wednesday the Arizona Supreme Court went too far when deciding the state can enforce its long-dormant law criminalizing all abortions except when a mother's life is at stake.

Prosecutors Agree to Delay Bob Menendez's Corruption Trial Over Wife's Health

U.S. prosecutors asked a federal judge Wednesday to delay the corruption trial of New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez and his wife by at least two months, after lawyers for Nadine Menendez said she faced a serious medical condition that required surgery.

Hamas: Don't Have 40 Israeli Hostages to Release

Hamas told international mediators that it does not have 40 living Israeli hostages who meet the criteria for the first phase of a cease-fire, an Israeli official and a source familiar with the matter told CNN on Wednesday.

Rasmussen Poll: 50 Percent Want Minimum Wage Hike to $10.50

A majority of Americans (50%) say the minimum wage should be raised to at least $10.50, according to the latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey, including 9% who favor a $12.50 minimum wage.

Sen. Paul: Fauci, NIH Partnered With Wuhan Lab

Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., said the National Institutes of Health partnered with Wuhan Institute of Virology to propose creating a "highly transmissible" form of coronavirus.

Sen. Vance Could Be Surging on Trump's VP List

Sen. J.D. Vance, R-Ohio, remains a key contender to serve as vice president as former President Donald Trump seeks reelection this year.

Jay Leno Granted Conservatorship Over Wife Amid Dementia Diagnosis

Jay Leno has been granted conservatorship over his wife, Mavis Leno, who was diagnosed with dementia.

Trump Takes on Pence Over Abortion Comments

Former President Donald Trump early Wednesday slammed former Vice President Mike Pence for labeling his recent comments on abortion as a "slap in the face" to the pro-life movement.

Coast Guard: Boardings of Chinese Fishing Vessels in South Pacific Legal

The U.S. Coast Guard has rejected comments by a Chinese diplomat that its recent boardings of Chinese fishing boats in the Pacific Islands alongside local police are illegal, saying the joint patrols are at the behest of Pacific nations to protect coastal fisheries.Reuters...

Switzerland to Host Ukraine Peace Conference in June

Switzerland's government said Wednesday it will host a high-level international conference in June to help chart a path toward peace in Ukraine after more than two years of war, in hopes that Russia might join in the peace process one day.

Former Trump Executive Weisselberg Sentenced to 5 Months for Lying in Civil Fraud Case

Allen Weisselberg, a retired executive in Donald Trump's real estate empire, was sentenced on Wednesday to five months in jail for lying under oath during his testimony in the civil fraud lawsuit brought against the former president by New York's attorney...

Biden Welcomes 'Global Partner,' Japan's Kishida, at White House Summit

President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will showcase a strong and growing partnership during a White House state visit Wednesday focused on joint defense cooperation to deter an aggressive China.

Sen. Manchin Blocks Hopes to Replace Justice Sotomayor

Attempts by progressives to push Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor into retirement and replace her with a younger judge before the end of President Joe Biden's first term face roadblocks even among Democrats.

FCC: Internet Provider Fees Must Be More Transparent

Much like nutritional labels on food products, "broadband labels" for internet packages will soon tell you just what is going into the pricing of your service, thanks to new rules adopted by the Federal Communications Commission this week.

Biden Signals Order to Curb Migrant Flow at Border

With November's general election approaching, President Joe Biden has indicated he'll issue an executive order to lessen the number of migrants crossing at the U.S.-Mexico border.

Biden Signals Order to Curb Migrant Flow at Border

With November's general election approaching, President Joe Biden has indicated he'll issue an executive order to lessen the number of migrants crossing at the U.S.-Mexico border. Biden has overseen a migrant crisis at the border that began when he took office, and recent...

US Inflation Rises to 3.5% as Prices Remain Elevated

Consumer price increases remained high last month, boosted by gas, rents, and car insurance, the government said Wednesday in a report that will likely give pause to the Federal Reserve as it weighs when and by how much to cut interest rates this year.

10 Reasons Ukraine Aid Is Good for America

Congress has been back from a two-week recess and at the top of House Speaker Mike Johnson's to-do list is getting a long-stalled military aid package for Ukraine across the finish line.

Rep. Cole to Chair House Appropriations Committee

The House GOP Steering Committee Tuesday night elected Rep. Tom Cole to succeed outgoing Appropriations Committee Chair Kay Granger, with his selection to be ratified Wednesday.

Republicans Urge Ukraine Aid Vote Amid 'Russian Propaganda'

Former President Donald Trump's secretary of state, Mike Pompeo, added his voice to growing calls from prominent Republicans to pass billions of dollars in aid for Ukraine, after some party members accused aid opponents of succumbing to Russian propaganda.

Trans Treatment Necessity-Suicide Link Claim Contradicted by Finnish Study

Transgender advocates have long declared medical treatment is necessary to prevent or reduce the risk of suicide and self-harm among adolescents and young adults.

Study Challenges Beta Blocker Use After Heart Attack

Beta blockers appear to be useless when prescribed to heart attack survivors who aren't suffering from heart failure, a new clinical trial indicates. The study calls into question the routine of prescribing beta blockers to all patients following a heart attack, which has...

Biden's Meeting With Iraqi Prime Minister a 'Direct Slap in the Face' to Israel

President Joe Biden's upcoming meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia'a Al-Sudani at the White House sends the "wrong message" when it comes to supporting American allies in the Middle East, regional experts warn.

Ipsos Poll: Majority Says Trump's Business Records Case 'Somewhat Serious'

The New York criminal charges against Donald Trump for calling payments to a lawyer legal expenses are serious in the eyes of a firm majority of U.S. voters, a Reuters/Ipsos poll found ahead of the former president's business records trial starting next week.

Biden Calls on Israel to Cease Fire, Slams Netanyahu's War Approach

The Spanish-language television network Univision aired an hour-long, pre-recorded interview on Tuesday in which U.S. President Joe Biden criticized Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Biden Calls on Israel to Ceasefire, Slams Netanyahu's War Approach

The Spanish-language television network Univision aired an hour-long, pre-recorded interview on Tuesday in which U.S. President Joe Biden criticized Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. "I think what he's doing is a mistake," Biden said. "I don't agree with his...

US Imposes First National Drinking Water Limits on Toxic PFAS

The Biden administration Wednesday finalized strict limits on certain so-called "forever chemicals" in drinking water that will require utilities to reduce them to the lowest level they can be reliably measured.

Fmr Trump CFO Weisselberg to Be Sentenced Over Perjury Plea

Former Trump Organization Chief Financial Officer Allen Weisselberg is scheduled to be sentenced on Wednesday after pleading guilty last month to perjury charges for lying to investigators and a judge about Donald Trump's finances.

China's Xi Says Nobody Can Stop 'Family Reunion' With Taiwan

Chinese President Xi Jinping told former Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou on Wednesday that outside inference could not stop the "family reunion" between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait, and that there are no issues that cannot be discussed.

Biden May Miss Alabama's Deadline for the November Ballot

President Joe Biden could be left off the ballot in Alabama, the state's elections chief said Tuesday, because the state's certification deadline comes several days before the Democratic Party's convention.

Trump Says Dems Are True Radicals on Abortion

Not long after delivering a statement Monday on abortion in which he said the divisive issue should be left up to the states to decide, former President Donald Trump emphasized Democrats are the "radicals on abortion."

HHS Sec. Becerra May Leave for Calif. Gov. Run

U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra is considering stepping down from the Biden administration following the November election to mount a run for California governor in 2026, Politico reported on Tuesday, citing people briefed on his deliberations.

Trump Says Dems Are True Radicals on Abortion

Former President Donald Trump emphasized Democrats are the "radicals on abortion, after delivering a statement Monday on abortion in which he said the divisive issue should be left up to the states to decide,

Report: Johnson to Vote Against FISA Warrant Requirement

House Speaker Mike Johnson is expected to oppose a measure that would require the government to obtain warrants for surveilling emails, phone calls, and texts under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), which is set to expire on April 19.

Judge in Trump's Classified Files Case Agrees to Redact Witness Names for Prosecution

The federal judge presiding over the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump granted a request by prosecutors on Tuesday aimed at protecting the identities of potential government witnesses.But U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon refused to...

Lake Joins Gallego in Opposition to Ariz. Abortion Ruling

Arizona Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Kari Lake decried Tuesday's Arizona Supreme Court abortion ruling and called on the Democrat governor and state legislature to "come up with an immediate common sense solution.

Joe Rogan: Biden Will Get Pulled by Dems in May

Podcaster Joe Rogan speculated that the Democratic Party will yank Joe Biden from its presidential ticket next month, citing "health problems," and replace him with California Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Gov. Youngkin Rejects Subsidized Healthcare for Illegals

Virginia Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin this week rejected parts of a state Senate bill that would have strengthened a federal program often used to subsidize healthcare for illegal immigrants, a conservative advocacy group said.

Biden Diary Brigand Gets Month in Prison

A Florida woman convicted of stealing Ashley Biden's diary, containing highly personal entries and other valuable materials, has been sentenced to one month in prison, the Hill reported.

New Boeing Whistleblower Comes Forward

Another new Boeing whistleblower has come forth, claiming the plane manufacturer ignored safety concerns during the production of its 787 and 777 jetliners, according to a Federal Aviation Administration complaint.

Lake Joins Gallego in Opposition to Ariz. Abortion Ruling

Arizona Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Kari Lake decried Tuesday's Arizona Supreme Court abortion ruling and called on the Democratic governor and state legislature to "come up with an immediate common sense solution.

Senate Dems Might Seek to Dismiss or Table Mayorkas Charges

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has been mum about how the chamber will handle the impeachment trial of DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, but multiple media outlets are reporting that Democrats plan to quickly dismiss the charges before any trial commences.

Gas Prices Up More Than 50 Percent Under Biden

Gasoline prices in the United States have soared to a six-month high, reaching an average of $3.60 per gallon, marking a more than 50% increase since President Joe Biden took office, Breitbart reported.

Joe Rogan: Biden Will Get Pulled by Dems in May

Podcaster Joe Rogan speculated that the Democratic Party will yank Joe Biden from its presidential ticket next month, citing "health problems," and replace him with California Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Soros Seeking to Expand Audio Empire

A management fund created by billionaire liberal George Soros is set to add to its burgeoning audio empire after it acquired in February a controlling interest in bankrupt Audacy, the second-largest radio company in the U.S. behind iHeart Media.

Daily Mail Poll: 24 Percent Say Key Bridge Collapse a Conspiracy

Nearly a quarter of American adults say the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore was not an accident but rather the result of a conspiracy, according to a new Daily Mail/TIPP poll.

Gov. Youngkin Rejects Subsidized Healthcare for Illegals

Virginia Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin this week rejected parts of a state Senate bill that would have strengthened a federal program often used to subsidize healthcare for illegal immigrants. 

Senate Dems Might Seek to Dismiss or Table Mayorkas Charges

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., has been mum about how the chamber will handle the impeachment trial of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

Gas Prices up More Than 50 Percent Under Biden

Gasoline prices in the United States have soared to a six-month high, reaching an average of $3.60 per gallon, marking a more than 50% increase since President Joe Biden took office, Breitbart reported.

Trump's Former Lawyer Goes Against His Immunity

Ty Cobb, former White House lawyer under then-President Donald Trump, signed on to a brief to the Supreme Court arguing against his claims of presidential immunity.

Economist Poll: Trump, Biden Tied

The race between President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump is in a dead heat, according to a new survey.

Expect More Joint S. China Sea Patrols, US Says Ahead of Summits With Allies

More joint patrols can be expected in the South China Sea after drills by the United States, Australia, the Philippines and Japan last weekend, U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan said on Tuesday, ahead of U.S. summits this week with the Japanese and Philippine...

Firm That Made Millions of Flawed Sleep Apnea Machines Must Overhaul Manufacturing

The company responsible for a global recall of sleep apnea machines will be barred from resuming production at U.S. facilities until it meets a number of safety requirements, under a long-awaited settlement announced Tuesday by federal officials.Philips will be required to...

Lori Lightfoot Heads Investigaton of Illinois Mayor

Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot was appointed on Monday to investigate corruption allegations against Tiffany Henyard, mayor of Dolton, Illinois, a Chicago suburb.

US Postal Service Seeking to Hike Cost of First-Class Stamp to 73 Cents

The U.S. Postal Service signaled plans Tuesday for a rate increase that includes hiking the cost of a first-class stamp from 68 cents to 73 cents, part of an overall 7.8% increase to take effect this summer.The request was made to the Postal Regulatory Commission, which...

Cornel West to Announce Running Mate on Wednesday

Independent presidential candidate Cornel West, whom Democrats fear could take votes from President Joe Biden in November's election, is set to announce his running mate Wednesday.

S&P Slightly Higher as Markets Brace for CPI, Earnings

The S&P 500 posted nominal gains Tuesday, a day ahead of major inflation data, weighed down by financial stocks as investors braced for major U.S. banks to kick off earnings reporting season on Friday.

Mattel Creates Scrabble Without Scoring for Gen Z

After 75 years on the market, Mattel is set to launch a new version of its iconic game Scrabble meant to be better designed for those faint of heart word finders, CNN reported Tuesday.

More than Half of Foreign-Born People in US Live in Just 4 States and Half Are Naturalized Citizens

More than half of the foreign-born population in the United States lives in just four states - California, Texas, Florida and New York - and their numbers grew older and more educated over the past dozen years, according to a new report released Tuesday by the U.S. Census...

RFK Jr. Vows to Appoint a Jan. 6 Special Counsel

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. this week said that if elected, he would "appoint a special counsel to look into" the sentences of those convicted for participating in the Capitol riot.

Bible From JFK's 1963 Funeral Up for Auction

The "inauguration" Bible that Jacqueline Kennedy, the widow of assassinated President John F. Kennedy, read from during his funeral service in 1963 will be sold at auction this month along with several other historically significant items.

Peter Higgs, Who Proposed Existence of Higgs Boson Particle, Has Died at 94, University Says

Nobel prize-winning physicist Peter Higgs, who proposed the existence of the so-called "God particle" that helped explain how matter formed after the Big Bang, has died at age 94, the University of Edinburgh said Tuesday.The university, where Higgs was emeritus professor,...

Arizona AG Won't Prosecute Under State's Revived Abortion Law

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes says she will not enforce a law dating back to 1864 that bans abortion in virtually all instances.

RFK Jr. Consultant: 'Getting Rid of Biden' Top Priority

A consultant for the presidential campaign of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ignited a firestorm among Democrats by saying that getting him on the ballot will help defeat President Joe Biden.

EPA: New Regulations on Toxic Chemical Plant Emissions

The Environmental Protection Agency issued new regulations on Tuesday that force hundreds of chemical plants across the country to cut back on cancer-linked toxic chemicals they spew into the atmosphere, Axios reported.

Power Use Forecast to Reach Record Highs in '24, '25

U.S. power consumption will rise to record highs in 2024 and 2025, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) said in its Short Term Energy Outlook (STEO) Tuesday.

Study: Pregnancy Accelerates Aging

Pregnancy transforms women's bodies in many obvious ways, but new research suggests it may also accelerate aging. Women who had been pregnant appeared to be biologically older than women who had never carried a child, the genetic analysis revealed. Further, more pregnancies...

US Postal Service Wants to Hike Stamps to 73 Cents

The United States Postal Service (USPS) said Tuesday it wants to raise the price of first-class mail stamps to 73 cents from 68 cents effective July 14.

Riley Gaines: S.C. Coach Staley a Sellout for Trans Comment

South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley set the internet abuzz this week after she said publicly that trans athletes who consider themselves women should be sanctioned to play on women's basketball teams.

Arizona Can Enforce an 1864 Law Criminalizing Nearly All Abortions, Court Says

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the state can enforce its long-dormant law criminalizing all abortions except when a mother's life is at stake.

7 More States Sue Biden Over Student Loan Relief Plan

Seven states filed suit on Tuesday against President Joe Biden, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, and the U.S. Department of Education over Biden's SAVE income-driven repayment student loan initiative.

US Sent Seized Iran Weapons, Ammo to Ukraine

The U.S. gave small arms and ammunition to Ukraine that were seized while being sent from Iranian forces to Tehran-backed rebels in Yemen, the U.S. military said Tuesday.

Appeals Court Rejects Trump's Latest Attempt to Delay N.Y. Criminal Trial

A New York appeals court judge Tuesday rejected former President Donald Trump's latest bid to delay his scheduled Manhattan criminal trial while he fights a gag order, clearing the way for jury selection to begin next week.

Parents of Mich. School Shooter Sentenced to 10-15 Years Each

The parents of a Michigan teen who shot and killed four classmates were each sentenced to 10-15 years in prison on Tuesday after a jury convicted them of manslaughter in a rare case of parents being held responsible in a school shooting. Jennifer and James Crumbley, Ethan ...

Computers to Grade Written Answers on Student Exams in Texas

Students taking the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) exams this week will have their written answers graded automatically by computers, in a new evaluation method the Texas Education Agency (TEA) is implementing, according to The Texas Tribune.

$1M Home Now the Norm in Record Number of Cities

The U.S. has 550 cities where the typical home is worth more than $1 million, according to Zillow data as of February.

'Chasing Trump' Exposes Prosecutors' Backgrounds

Allies of Donald Trump will unveil an online documentary two days after jury selection starts Monday in the former president's New York City criminal trial involving charges of falsifying business documents.

Ga. Secretary of State Raffensperger 'Not Mad' About 'Curb' Mockery

Georgia Republican Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger says he's "not mad" at "Curb Your Enthusiasm" creator Larry David for mocking his Georgia voting law during its final season. On Monday, Raffensperger noted that the Peach State's ...

Charles Barkley: Eclipse Watchers Are 'Losers'

Broadcaster Charles Barkley, a former NBA star, called those who watched Monday's eclipse "losers."

Lloyd Austin: No Evidence Israel Committing Genocide in Gaza

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Tuesday there was no evidence Israel has committed genocide against Palestinians during the Hamas war in Gaza.

US Army to Cut 2 Major Education Benefits

The U.S. Army is eyeing cuts to two major education benefits for soldiers as the military branch continues to miss active duty recruiting objectives, Military.com reported.

FBI Foils Idaho Church Attack by ISIS Sympathizer

The FBI arrested a man on Saturday who pledged his alliance to ISIS and planned to attack churches in Idaho. Alexander Scott Mercurio, 18, was charged with attempting to provide material support or resources to a designated foreign terrorist organization, according to the ...

Axios: Trump Favorability Rising Among Latinos

President Joe Biden's favorability rating among Latinos has dropped during the last year, while former President Donald Trump's favorability rose, according to a new poll from Axis and Ipsos.

Biden Repeats False Family College Claim

While unveiling his latest attempt to offer student loan debt relief, President Joe Biden repeated the false claim that he was the first person in his family to attend college.

Frankie Avalon Remakes 2 Hits in New Collaboration

More than four decades since his "Beauty School Dropout" made a splash on the big screen in the 1978 movie "Grease," 1950s-60s teen idol Frankie Avalon has returned to the recording studio, this time in collaboration with tribute singer Tommy Cono.

Billy Dee Williams Defends Actors Wearing Blackface

Actor Billy Dee Williams sparked debate when he defended performers wearing Blackface.

Fmr Joint Chiefs: Hawaii Ruling Imperils US Security

Two former chairs of the Joint Chiefs of Staff filed an amicus brief to the Hawaii Supreme Court last week with a warning that oil and gas products are "critical to national security, economic stability, and military preparedness" after the court last year allowed a lawsuit...

US Small-Business Sentiment at Lowest Level in 11 Years

U.S. small-business confidence slipped to the lowest level in more than 11 years in March amid rising concerns about inflation, according to a survey Tuesday.

House Panel Moves Quickly on Appropriations Chair Vote

The House Republican Steering Committee was scheduled Tuesday to consider a new chairperson for the influential House Appropriations Committee, moving quickly after Rep. Kay Granger, R-Texas, announced last month that she will step down.

Rep. Greene: GOP in 'Total Surrender' Mode Under Speaker Johnson

As House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-Ga., gavels in the House on Tuesday after a two-week recess, he is facing a new internal threat from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., who penned a scathing letter to her GOP colleagues making the case for his ouster.

Battle Over FISA Continues as Deadline Approaches

The fight over the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is continuing among Republicans as the program is set to expire April 19.

Battle Over FISA Continues as Deadline Approaches

The fight over the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is continuing among Republicans as the program is set to expire April 19.

Simon Harris, 37, Installed as Ireland's New Prime Minister

Lawmaker Simon Harris was elected Ireland's prime minister by a vote in parliament Tuesday, becoming at 37 the country's youngest-ever leader.

D.C. AG Ends Probe Into Left-Wing Dark Money Network

The Washington, D.C., Democrat attorney general's reported decision to drop an investigation into a $1 billion left-wing dark money network is being condemned by conservatives.

US Taking Chinese Invasion of Taiwan 'More Seriously'

A new assessment determining that "all indications point to" China's People's Liberation Army meeting Beijing's goal of potentially invading Taiwan by 2027 signals that the U.S. is taking the possibility of war "more seriously," China experts say.

D.C. AG Ends Probe Into Left-wing Dark Money Network

The Washington, D.C., Democrat attorney general's reported decision to drop an investigation into a $1 billion left-wing dark money network is being condemned by conservatives.

Jurors in Trump NYC Case Can't Be Asked About Party, Voting

Potential jurors in former President Donald Trump's upcoming trial in New York City on charges of falsifying business records can't be asked about their political party, history of voting, or past political contributions, according to restrictions set by Judge Juan Merchan.

Voters Don't Seem to Care Biden Spending $1T to Battle Climate Change

President Joe Biden is spending about $1 trillion in an effort to battle climate change, but it does not appear to be resonating with voters, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Chuck Schumer Expected to Avoid Mayorkas Senate Trial

Senate leaders from both parties expect Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., to avoid an impeachment trial involving Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.

Norfolk Settles East Palestine Derailment Class Suit for $600M

Norfolk Southern has agreed to pay $600 million in a class-action lawsuit settlement related to a fiery train derailment in February 2023 in eastern Ohio.

Blue States Taunt Supreme Court on 2nd Amendment

Despite the U.S. Supreme Court's recent string of rulings - including a 2022 New York case - that placed clear limits on how much state and local governments can restrict firearms ownership and possession, Democrat-run jurisdictions seem intent on persisting.

IAEA Board to Meet on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia on Thursday

An extraordinary meeting of the U.N. nuclear watchdog's 35-nation Board of Governors called by Russia to discuss attacks on the Russian-held Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine is due to be held Thursday, three diplomats said Tuesday.

Here Are the Next Times, Places to Catch a Solar Eclipse

Whether you saw the moon completely block the sun, were foiled by cloudy weather, or were not along the path of Monday's total solar eclipse, there are still more chances to catch a glimpse.