Speaker Johnson: House Bill Has Accountability, Unlike Senate's Blank Check

The $95 billion House foreign aid bill passed Saturday has important accountability features unlike the Senate’s blank check, says House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La.

FBI: Fauci Funded 'Alarming' COVID Research in Wuhan

A new COVID-19 revelation has come about via a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request released Friday indicating that the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) had funded coronavirus gain-of-function research in Wuhan.

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.

In Chance for Trump, Youth at Rally See Him as Answer to Economic Woes

Thin with a boyish face and earrings in both ears, 23-year-old Isayah Turner does not look like a stereotypical Trump supporter, who tend to be middle aged or older. Nevertheless, Turner drove two hours from his home outside Milwaukee on a recent Tuesday to see Republican...

'Crowded' Megacap Trade in US Stocks Awaits Earnings Test

Next week's earnings reports from some of the market's biggest technology and growth companies could prove an important test for the U.S. stock rally, which has flagged as expectations for interest cuts fade. Tesla, Meta Platforms, Alphabet and Microsoft - all set to report...

2 Killed and 6 Injured in Shooting at Memphis Park Party, Police Say

Eight people were shot including two men who were killed at an unsanctioned public party in a Memphis city park Saturday night, police said.Officers responded at 7:19 p.m. to a reported shooting, Memphis Police Department Chief Cerelyn Davis said during a news conference at...

Russia Says Deeper U.S. Hybrid war Using Ukraine Will End in Vietnam-style Humiliation

Russia said on Sunday that U.S. lawmakers' approval of $60.84 billion more in support for Ukraine showed that Washington was wading deeper into a hybrid war with Russia that would end in a humiliation on a par with Vietnam or Afghanistan. President Vladimir Putin's 2022...

Taiwan to Discuss New Funding with US as Chinese Warplanes Get Close to Island

Taiwan's military said on Sunday it will discuss with the United States how to use funding for Taipei included in a $95 billion legislative package mostly providing assistance to Ukraine and Israel, as Chinese warplanes again got close to the island. The United States is...

Tesla Cuts Prices Nearly $2,000 in China, in Line with US Cuts

Tesla has cut prices by nearly $2,000 across its models in China, after price cuts in the United States, as it grapples with falling sales and an intensifying price war for electric vehicles (EVs), especially against cheaper Chinese EVs. Elon Musk's EV maker cut the...

Ukrainian and Western Leaders Laud US Aid Package While the Kremlin Warns of 'Further Ruin'

Ukrainian and Western leaders welcomed a desperately needed aid package passed by the U.S. House of Representatives, as the Kremlin warned the passage of the bill would "further ruin" Ukraine and cause more deaths.The House swiftly approved $95 billion in foreign aid for...

Massive River Flooding Expected in China's Guangdong, Threatening Millions

Major rivers, waterways and reservoirs in China's Guangdong province are threatening to unleash dangerous floods, forcing the government on Sunday to enact emergency response plans to protect more than 127 million people. Calling the situation "grim," local weather...

Brazil's Bolsonaro to Hold Rio Rally against 'threat' to Free Expression

Brazil's former president Jair Bolsonaro is set to rally supporters in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday in defense of freedom of expression, which he says is under threat in the country, as tech tycoon Elon Musk faces a legal showdown there over claims of censorship and...

Biden Sees a $35 Price Cap for Insulin as a Pivotal Campaign Issue. It's Not That Clear-cut

Rarely a day goes without President Joe Biden mentioning insulin prices.He promotes a $35 price cap for the medication for Americans on Medicare - in White House speeches, campaign stops and even at non-health care events around the country. His reelection team has flooded...

China's US Envoy Urges Cooperation, Cites 'severe' Challenges

China's ambassador to the United States urged the two superpowers to cooperate on improving relations even as they "face severe challenges" on a range of issues.Beijing hopes to work with Washington so that relations can move forward on a stable, healthy and sustainable...

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.

Israel Launches Fund to Entice Institutional Investment in Tech Firms

Israel's government has launched a new fund to encourage institutional investors to boost investments in high-tech companies, the Israel Innovation Authority said on Sunday. The tech sector is a key driver of Israel's economy, accounting for close to 20% of output, 12% of...

Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Aid Sends Kremlin Powerful Message, Urges Quick US Senate Passage

The passage of $60 billion aid by the U.S. House of Representatives will send a powerful message to the Kremlin that the United States will stay with Kyiv, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday.In an interview with NBC's "Meet the Press," Zelenskyy...

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...

Man Grabbed by UK Police for Being Too Jewish

Insulted as "scum" and "Nazi" by pro-Palestinian protesters at a rally in London, a Jewish activist — who wasn't part of the demonstration - is accusing police of treating him like a criminal, and calling for the city's top cop to be fired.

Fred Fleitz to Newsmax: Sanctioning IDF Battalion 'Outrageous'

The idea that the United States is considering sanctions against a battalion of the Israel Defense Forces over claims of is "outrageous" Fred Fleitz, a National Security Council chief of staff under former President Donald Trump, said on Newsmax Sunday.

Houston Police Union Sounds Alarm on Cop Shortage

Houston police union leaders have warned the city's safety is jeopardized by criminal suspects who've been freed on bond amid an ongoing shortage of police officers.In an interview, Houston Police Officers' Union Executive Director Ray Hunt told Fox News "I have never in my...

NBC Poll: Voter Interest Sinking, Negative Views on Biden, Trump

Voters who say they have a high interest in this year's election is at a near 20-year low so far - with majorities holding negative views of both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, a new poll shows.

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...

Some Democrats Signal Support for Embattled House Republican Speaker Johnson

Democrats in the House of Representatives on Sunday signaled a willingness to support House Speaker Mike Johnson, as Republican hardliners threaten to oust him following the passage of critical aid for Ukraine. Democratic U.S. Representative Jared Moskowitz said in an...

Graham Blasts Vance Opposition to Ukraine Aid as 'Garbage'

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., slammed fellow GOP Sen. J.D. Vance over his criticism of U.S. support for Ukraine - calling the rationale "garbage" and advising Vance to "quit talking about things you don't know anything about until you go.

Unprecedented Wave of Narco-Violence Stuns Argentina City

The order to kill came from inside a federal prison near Argentina's capital. Unwitting authorities patched a call from drug traffickers tied to one of the country's most notorious gangs to collaborators on the outside. Hiring a 15-year-old hit man, they sealed the fate of...

Rep. Stefanik: Oust Columbia University President

Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., on Sunday stepped up criticism of Columbia University's "failed leadership" - calling for the ouster of the Ivy League school's president for putting Jewish students "at risk" amid pro-Palestine protests.In a statement, the House Republican...

Netanyahu Vows Imminent 'Painful Blows' on Hamas

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would "land additional and painful blows" on Hamas during Passover to increase pressure for the release of hostages in the Gaza Strip, the Times of Israel reported Sunday.

Brazil's Bolsonaro Hails Musk's 'Courage' Over Freedom of Speech

Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro hailed Elon Musk at a rally in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, saying the billionaire has stood up for freedom of expression -- which the former president claims is at risk in his country.Musk, whose ownership of social media platform X, formerly Twitter,...

RFK Jr. on Ballot Could Hurt Trump More Than Biden

The Kennedy family fears Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may take more votes away from President Joe Biden than from Donald Trump. But an NBC poll may suggest otherwise.

Rep. McCaul: Stock, Respect in Johnson's Leadership 'Way Up'

House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul, R-Texas, lauded Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., for shepherding the significant foreign aid package through the House, signaling a boost in Johnson's respect within the party ranks, The Hill reported.

Sen. Sullivan: WH Block on Alaskan Resources 'Lawless'

The Biden administration's actions blocking natural resource development in Alaska is equal to "national security suicide," Alaska GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan said.

Sen. Cruz: Israel, Ukraine Aid, TikTok Ban All 'Good'

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, during a round of Sunday news talk shows, endorsed legislation that would send $60.84 billion to Ukraine, $26.38 billion to Israel, $8.12 billion to Taiwan, as well as a United States ban of TikTok.

White House Condemns Antisemitism at Columbia University

A White House spokesman denounced violent anti-Jewish protests at Columbia University on Sunday, highlighting concerns over rising antisemitism.

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.

Lawsuit: SEC Conducting 'Mass Surveillance' of Investors

A new lawsuit claims that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is illegally spying on and collecting the data of everyone - mostly Americans - who invest in the stock market.

Mayor Adams: Police Increased Near Columbia University

Amid student protesters opposed to the war in Gaza who are occupying the lawn of Columbia University, New York City Mayor Eric Adams on Sunday announced that the presence of police officers would be increased "around" the perimeter of the college.

NBC Poll: Trump Leads Biden

Former President Donald Trump holds a narrow lead over President Joe Biden in a recent national poll conducted by NBC News, indicating a tightening race as the 2024 presidential election looms, USA Today reported.

Bill Barr: Backing Trump, Biden 'Greater Threat to Democracy'

Bill Barr, former attorney general in former President Donald Trump's administration, has set aside his past grievances with his old boss and endorsed him.Barr said he has concerns that President Joe Biden's administration is a greater threat to American democracy than...

Sen. Mark Warner: Ukraine Will Get ATACMS Soon

Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, discussed the $61 billion aid package to Ukraine on Sunday, highlighting Ukraine's acquisition of crucial long-range artillery systems like ATACMS, CBS News reported.

Hillary Clinton: Trump Wants to Rule Like Putin, Kim

In a recent episode of the "Defending Democracy" podcast which aired on Friday, Hillary Clinton said Donald Trump seeks to emulate authoritarian figures such as Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un by suppressing opposition and eroding democratic principles.

Protesters Set Up Anti-Israel 'Liberty Zone' at New School

Anti-Israel activists seized the lobby of Manhattan's New School, establishing a "Liberty Zone" encampment on Sunday, mirroring a similar protest at Columbia University, as tensions surrounding Middle East conflicts spill onto college campuses, the N.Y. Post reported.

Biden Holds Big Cash Advantage Over Trump

The New York Times published on Saturday a report indicating that President Joe Biden's campaign holds a huge cash advantage over former President Donald Trump's campaign. Trump, who ran in 2016 as well as in 2024 on the ticket that he was funding his own campaign, has been...

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...

Israeli Attack on Iran 'May Accelerate' Tehran's Nuclear Ambitions

A targeted strike on an air defense radar site that helps protect an Iranian nuclear facility "may accelerate" Tehran's timeline for obtaining a nuclear weapon, Middle Eastern experts warn. Hours before Israel purportedly carried out a retaliatory drone attack Friday near a...

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...

Russia Warns of Direct Clash With West Over Ukraine

Russia said on Monday that U.S., British and French military support for Ukraine has pushed the world to the brink of a direct clash between the world's biggest nuclear powers that could end in catastrophe. President Vladimir Putin's 2022 invasion of Ukraine has touched off...

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.

River Pollution Concerns Hound 2024 Paris Olympics

Less than 100 days before the start of the 2024 Paris Olympics, concerns are mounting about the cleanliness of the river Seine, where events like the marathon swim and triathlon are scheduled, NBC News reported.

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.

Oprah, The Rock Raise $60M for Maui Wildfire Survivors

Lana Vierra misses the swing set at her Lahaina home, which was reduced to ashes in the wildfires that swept through her community last summer.

Drone Attack Targeted US Forces in Iraq: US Official

U.S. forces stationed at Iraq's Ain al-Asad airbase were targeted in an armed drone attack that caused no damage or casualties, a U.S. official said, in the second attack on U.S troops in the region in less than 24 hours. The attacks follow a near-three month pause in the...

NKorea Fires Ballistic Missiles, SKorea, Japan Say

North Korea fired "several" short-range ballistic missiles on Monday toward the sea off its east coast, South Korea's military said, drawing a swift condemnation from Seoul, which called it a grave threat to stability on the Korean peninsula.

US Supreme Court to Hear Challenge to Biden's 'Ghost Guns' Curbs

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday agreed to decide the legality of a federal regulation aimed at reining in homemade "ghost guns" as President Joe Biden's administration seeks to stop the increasing use of these largely untraceable weapons in crimes nationwide.The justices...

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...

Columbia Professor to Mayor Adams: 'Do Something!'

Columbia University Business Professor Shai Davidai demanded New York City Mayor Eric Adams "do something" to quell the anti-Israel student demonstrations and antisemitism that has roiled the campus for nearly a week.

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.

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.

Democrat Adviser: Path to Victory Narrow for Biden

President Joe Biden has a narrower and tougher path to win the 270 electoral college votes needed to beat former President Donald Trump and reclaim the White House, a Democrat adviser said.

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.

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.

Republicans Splinter Over Aid to Ukraine

As the Senate prepares to vote Tuesday on approving foreign aid to Ukraine, some stark differences have been exposed in the Republican conference. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., has been an ardent supporter of additional aid to Ukraine in its war against...

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.

'Neutrality' Issues at UN Agency for Palestinians, but No Terrorism Proof: Independent Review

An independent review group on the UN agency for Palestinians found some "neutrality-related issues," its much-anticipated report said Monday, but it noted Israel had yet to provide evidence for incendiary allegations that staff were members of terrorist organizations.The...

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.

Wall Street Ends Higher With Major Earnings in View

Wall Street stocks ended higher Monday following a market sell-off in previous sessions as investors eyed a busy week for quarterly results from key companies that would provide a glimpse of the U.S. economy's health.

N.Y. House Members Demand Columbia President Resign

The entire slate of New York Republicans in the House of Representative have called for the resignation of Columbia University president Minouche Shafik amid pro-Palestinian protests - and criticism of leadership at the prestigious Ivy League school.

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...

Judge: Trump Can Be Asked About Carroll, Fraud

Judge Juan Merchan said Monday that if former President Donald Trump chooses to testify in his criminal business records case, New York prosecutors are permitted to ask him about several rulings in recent civil lawsuits involving advice columnist E. Jean Carroll and fraud.

Trump Slams Prosecutors in Trial, Claims Innocence

Former President Donald Trump unleashed a blistering attack on Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and others outside the courthouse where his trial is under way, insisting on his innocence and alleging political interference aimed at thwarting his campaign.

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...

Rep. Gottheimer Warns Columbia to Protect Jewish Students

Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., joined other Jewish members of Congress on a Monday visit to the protest-roiled campus at Columbia University — warning university leaders they’ll “pay the price” if the demonstrations aren’t reigned in.

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...

US Levies Charges for Evading Sanctions on Venezuela Oil Co.

The U.S. Justice Department on Monday announced the unsealing of an indictment charging 10 people in a conspiracy to evade sanctions on Venezuelan state oil company Petroleos de Venezuela, or PDVSA, related to alleged activity between 2019 and 2021. One of 10 was arrested in ...

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...

Papua New Guinea PM Hits Biden Over 'Cannibals' Comment

The Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea has hit back at President Joe Biden over his recent comment about "cannibals" on the island when speaking about his uncle’s death in World War II.

Biden Condemns 'Antisemitic Protests' at Columbia

President Joe Biden on Monday again condemned the "antisemitic protests" at Columbia and now other universities as well as the protesters who "don’t understand what’s going on with the Palestinians."

Zelenskyy Top Adviser to Newsmax: Support Shows US 'Leader of the Free World'

The top aide in Ukraine's Office of the President on Monday told Newsmax that American support to the war-torn country demonstrates the United States as the "leader of the free world."

Papua New Guinea PM Hits Biden Over 'Cannibals' Comment

The Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea has hit back at President Joe Biden over his recent comment about "cannibals" on the island when speaking about his uncle’s death in World War II.

Sen. Hawley: Biden Needs National Guard at Columbia

Missouri Republican Sen. Josh Hawley called on President Joe Biden to send the National Guard, ostensibly, to Columbia University in New York City, where a massive anti-Israel protest is taking place on the campus' lawn.

Michael Douglas: Biden 'Sharp as a Tack'

Oscar-winning actor Michael Douglas asserted that President Joe Biden is "sharp as a tack." At least, that's what he's heard ahead of a New York fundraiser this week for Biden's reelection campaign.

Report: Nonprofit Misuses Tax Funds for Migrant Plane Tickets

The Catholic Charities of San Antonio allegedly misused tax dollars to fund the travel of illegal migrants to a "destination of their choice," according to the Border Report.

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 ...

Seattle Hospital Won't Turn Over Gender Care Records in Lawsuit Settlement With Texas

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is dropping a request for a Seattle hospital to hand over records regarding gender treatment potentially given to children from Texas as part of a lawsuit settlement announced Monday.Seattle Children's Hospital filed the lawsuit against...

GOP Jewish Group Balks Support of Freedom Caucus Chair

The Republican Jewish Coalition took aim on Monday at House Freedom Caucus Chair Bob Good, R-Va., for his dissenting vote on the $95 billion emergency spending bill Saturday that included $17 billion in military aid to Israel.

NKorea's Kim Leads Nuclear Counterattack Simulations

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised salvo launches of the country's "super-large" multiple rocket launchers that simulated a nuclear counterattack against enemy targets, state media said Tuesday, adding to his belligerent testing activities and threats that have...

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.

Rep. Lawler Urges Action Against Antisemitic Protesters

New York Republican lawmaker Rep. Mike Lawler emphasized the necessity for "consequences" against participants in the antisemitic protests at Columbia University.

Supreme Court Hears Case on Firing of Pro-Union Starbucks Workers

The U.S. Supreme Court steps into the contentious unionization drive at Starbucks Tuesday as the coffee chain challenges a judicial order requiring it to rehire seven employees at a Tennessee cafe who were fired as they pursued efforts to organize.

Senate on Track to Approve Billions in Foreign Aid

Billions of dollars in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan should easily win approval in the U.S. Senate this week, after the House of Representatives abruptly ended a months-long stalemate and approved the assistance in a rare Saturday session. The Senate on Tuesday...

Trump to Clinch $1.3B Social Media Firm Stock Award

Donald Trump is set to secure Tuesday a stock bonus worth $1.3 billion from the company that operates his social media app Truth Social, equivalent to about half the majority stake he already owns in it, thanks to the wild rally in its shares.

Zelenskyy: Russian Strike on Kharkiv's TV Tower Is Part of an Intimidation Campaign

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a Russian missile strike that smashed a television tower in Kharkiv was part of the Kremlin's ongoing effort to intimidate Ukraine's second-largest city, which in recent weeks has come under increasingly frequent attack.

Trump: I Want Mike Johnson, Don't Vacate

Former President Donald Trump offered words of praise for House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., saying he is "trying very hard" and is "a very good person."

Supreme Court Denies Kari Lake Voting Machine Lawsuit

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to consider a request by Republican U.S. Senate candidate Kari Lake to ban the use of electronic vote-counting machines in Arizona.

Russia Threatens to Retaliate Against Asset Seizure by West

An ally of President Vladimir Putin warned Europe on Tuesday that Russia has already drafted legislation to retaliate if nearly $300 billion of Russian assets were seized by the West and used to help Ukraine. After President Vladimir Putin sent troops into Ukraine in 2022,...

Judge to Decide If Trump Violated Gag Order

The gag order against former President Donald Trump in the current New York criminal trial will be the focus Tuesday, when the judge hears arguments on whether the former president should be held in contempt for violating the order.

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.

Denmark Repeats Pledge to Send F-16 Jets to Ukraine

Ukraine will receive F-16 fighter jets from Denmark this summer, according to the Danish ambassador.

Sen. Fetterman: Sen. Romney Could 'Recalibrate' Leftist Harvard

It isn't his idea, but Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., is wholly in favor of building support for outgoing Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, to be the next president of Harvard and "recalibrate" the Ivy League school from its "far-left orthodoxy."

Polish President Duda: 'Ready' to Host Nuclear Weapons

If NATO chooses to strengthen its eastern flank in the face of Russia's increasing militarization, Polish President Andrzej Duda said his country is "ready" to host nuclear weapons on its territory.

Hospitalized Patients Fare Better With Female Doctor

The gender of your doctor may play a part in your prognosis: New research shows that hospitalized patients are less likely to die if they're treated by a female physician. About 10.15% of men and 8.2% of women died while under the care of a female doctor, versus 10.23% and...

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.

Judge Tells Trump Lawyer in N.Y. Criminal Trial He Is 'Losing All Credibility'

The judge overseeing Donald Trump's New York criminal trial told Trump's lawyer Tuesday he is "losing all credibility" as he considered whether the former president should be punished for violating a gag order that prevents him from publicly criticizing witnesses and others...

Gizzi: Remembering Conservative Publisher Tom Phillips

Last week, Thomas L. Phillips, an influential conservative publisher, died at age 82. An entrepreneur, he was the publisher of a score of newsletters and magazines, including the weekly Human Events, the powerhouse conservative publisher Regnery and more.

US Preparing $1B Weapons Package for Ukraine

The United States is preparing a $1 billion military aid package for Ukraine, the first to be sourced from the yet to be signed Ukraine-Israel bill, two U.S. officials said Tuesday. The aid package includes vehicles, Stinger air defense munitions, additional ...

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" Catholic.

Columbia Classes Hybrid Until Semester Ends

Classes at Columbia University's main campus will be hybrid amid anti-Israel protests that have engulfed the school. After all classes Monday, the day Passover began, were virtual, the university announced guidelines for the remainder of the semester.

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 post highlighting a problem with 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...

Moscow Court Rejects Evan Gershkovich's Appeal, Keeping Him in Jail Until at Least June 30

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich will remain jailed on espionage charges until at least late June, after a Moscow court on Tuesday rejected his appeal that sought to end his pretrial detention.

JPMorgan CEO Calls US Economic Boom 'Unbelievable'

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon expressed confidence Tuesday in a robust U.S. economy backed by strong employment and healthy consumer finances.

Trump Shares Post Questioning Special Counsel

Former President Donald Trump shared an article on Truth Social that claims special counsel Jack Smith lacks the standing to defend the Washington, D.C., Circuit Court ruling on presidential immunity before the Supreme Court.

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.

Google Fires More Workers for Protesting Its Israel Deal

Google fired at least 20 more workers in the aftermath of protests over technology the company is supplying the Israeli government amid the Gaza war, bringing the total number of terminated staff to more than 50, a group representing the workers said.

British PM Sunak Puts Nation on 'War Footing'

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Tuesday he would put the British defense industry on a war footing, announcing 10 billion pounds ($12.43 billion) of extra long-term funding for munitions in light of the war in Ukraine.

Florida Abortion Amendment Could Define Issue Nationwide

As state amendments continue to go the way of the pro-abortion movement, Florida could become the first state to strike down a proposal that would protect the procedure in the state's constitution.

Texas Supreme Court Blocks Guaranteed Income Program

The Texas Supreme Court has blocked Harris County's program to provide $500 cash for 18 months to 1,928 residents, a day before the first payments were set to go out.

Senate Stages Crucial Vote on Ukraine Aid, Biden Promises to Sign

Billions of dollars in foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan advanced in the U.S. Senate on Tuesday...

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

IAEA Chief: Iran 'Weeks' From Enough Uranium for Bomb

Iran is only "weeks rather than months" away from possessing enough enriched uranium to build a nuclear bomb, according to Rafael Mariano Grossi, the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

US Bans Worker 'Noncompete' Agreements

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission Tuesday approved a rule to ban agreements commonly signed by workers not to join their employers' rivals or launch competing businesses, which it says limit worker mobility and suppress wages.

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...

Wall Street Closes Higher as Investors Digest Earnings

U.S. stocks closed higher Tuesday following positive earnings from top-tier companies and as investors were focused on quarterly results from Magnificent Seven and other megacap growth stocks.

Aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan Advances in Senate With Big Bipartisan Vote

The Senate voted overwhelmingly Tuesday to move ahead with $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, bringing the bill to the brink of passage after months of delays and contentious internal debate over how involved the United States should be abroad.The vote to...

Trump to Blame for Abortion 'Nightmare,' Biden Says in Florida

President Joe Biden on Tuesday blamed his Republican opponent Donald Trump for new Florida abortion restrictions during a campaign stop in Tampa, as Democrats double down on their intentions to flip Trump's home state.Earlier this month, Florida's Supreme Court cleared the...

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.

Democrats Bracing for 16 Potential Trump VP Picks

Democratic groups are also playing the guessing game on who Republican presumptive nominee Donald Trump will select as his running mate for November's election, with one declaring the entire slate of potential picks "extremist.

Kari Lake Flips, Now Favors Arizona Abortion Ban

Republican Senate hopeful Kari Lake shifted her position on Arizona's controversial abortion law, expressing disappointment that the historic statute is not being enforced, The Hill reported.

US Targets Chinese Banks Aiding Russian War Machine

The United States is preparing sanctions against some Chinese banks over concerns they have facilitated trade with Russia and helped fuel its war effort, The Wall Street Journal reported.On Tuesday, Secretary of State Antony Blinken will head to China in hopes that the...

Playwright David Mamet: 'DEI Is Garbage'

During the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books over the weekend, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Mamet took aim at the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiative in Hollywood.

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...

GOP Sens. Call for Prosecuting 'Pro-Terrorist Campus Mobs'

Sens. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., and Tom Cotton, R-Ark., on Tuesday released a letter from a group of Senate Republicans calling on the Biden administration to "prosecute" pro-Palestinian protesters at college campuses across the country.Blackburn and Cotton organized the...

Gazan Official Says Mass Grave Found; US Seeks Answers

Gaza's Civil Defense agency said Monday a mass grave of people killed by Israeli forces had been discovered at a hospital in the Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Yunis.

Columbia University Faces Calls For Tuition Refunds

Columbia University is facing calls for tuition refunds following its response to anti-Israel protests that have roiled the posh private Ivy League institution since last week.

NYC Mayor Adams: 'Outside Agitators' Behind Violence

New York City Democratic Mayor Eric Adams said Tuesday the escalation in violence stemming from the anti-Israel protests across the city is likely the work of "outside agitators."

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.

Santos Ends Comeback Bid for Congress After Raising No Money

Former U.S. Rep. George Santos on Tuesday said he is dropping his longshot bid to return to Congress, months after he was expelled from the House while facing a slew of federal fraud charges. Santos, who was running as an independent candidate for the 1st Congressional ...

Pelosi Calls on Netanyahu to Resign

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., became the latest high-ranking Democrat to meddle into Israel's governmental affairs, calling on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resign, claiming he is an obstacle to peace.

Russia Targeting Western Weapons as US Boosts Aid

Russia's Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu issued a stern warning Tuesday, declaring plans to escalate attacks on Western weapons positioned in Ukraine amidst a backdrop of heightened tensions in the region, Politico reported.

Judge Strikes Down 'Discriminatory' N.C. Voting Law

A federal judge struck down what she called a "discriminatory" North Carolina law that criminalized casting a ballot for people convicted of felonies.

Joe Biden Wins the Democratic Presidential Primary in Pennsylvania

 Joe Biden has won  the Democratic presidential primary in Pennsylvania.

Trump-backed McCormick Set For Pa. Sen. Showdown With Casey

Democrat Sen. Bob Casey and Republican challenger David McCormick will face each other in Pennsylvania's high-stakes U.S. Senate contest in November, as Tuesday's primary election put them on track for a race that could decide control of the Senate next year.

Donald Trump Wins the Republican Presidential Primary in Pennsylvania

Donald Trump has won the Republican presidential primary in Pennsylvania.He has already been anointed the party's presumptive presidential nominee, poised to again challenge Joe Biden for the White House in November....

Speaker Johnson to Meet With Jewish Students at Columbia

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., will meet with Jewish students at Columbia University on Wednesday afternoon and afterward hold a press conference on the rise of antisemitism on college campuses.

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...

Pennsylvania Dems Urged to Vote 'No Joe' in Primary

Pennsylvania's "Abandon Biden" movement rallied state Democrats on Tuesday to vote "No Joe" in Tuesday's primary, another symbolic effort to voice displeasure with the president's handling of Israel amid the Gaza conflict.

Congress Passes Ukraine, Israel Foreign Aid Bill

A sweeping foreign aid package easily passed the U.S. Congress late on Tuesday after months of delay, clearing the way for fresh Ukraine funding amid advances from Russia's invasion force and Kyiv's shortages of military supplies.The Senate approved by 79 to 18 four bills...

Nine GOP Sens. Flip Votes to Help Pass Foreign Aid Bill

Ten senators - including nine Republicans - changed their position from two months ago to help advance in a procedural vote Tuesday - and finally pass - the $95 billion foreign aid package.

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."

Zelenskyy: Ukraine Aid Reinforces US as 'Beacon of Democracy'

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Wednesday the U.S. Senate's approval of a multi-billion aid package for Ukraine reinforces America's role as a "beacon of democracy."

Bloomberg Poll: Tax Billionaires to Save Social Security

An overwhelming 77% of registered voters in seven key states likely to decide the 2024 presidential election are in favor of a billionaire tax to save Social Security, the latest Bloomberg News/Morning Consult poll finds.

FDA: Bird Flu Virus Remnants Found in Pasteurized Milk

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday that samples of pasteurized milk had tested positive for remnants of the bird flu virus that has infected dairy cows. The agency stressed that the material is inactivated and that the findings "do not represent actual virus...

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.

Joe Biden Wins the Democratic Presidential Primary in Pennsylvania

 Joe Biden has won  the Democratic presidential primary in Pennsylvania.

Report: Chinese Military Researching Marine Toxins for Bioweapons

The Chinese military's research into dual-use marine-based neurotoxins is raising the U.S. government's concerns that a new wave of biological weapons is being developed for use in future conflicts, according to an annual State Department arms control compliance report.

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.

Illegal Migrants Commit Egregious Crimes That 'Should Have Been Prevented'

Senate Democrats may have dismissed the articles of impeachment against Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, but immigration experts still insist the Biden administration's border policies have resulted in an influx of criminals.

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.

Speaker Johnson: Columbia University President Should Resign

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., said in an interview Wednesday that Columbia University President Minouche Shafik should resign amid anti-Israel protests at the school.

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

FBI's Wray Vows to Follow Rule of Law If Trump Keeps Him

Trump-appointed FBI Director Christopher Wray vowed to stick to the rule of law if former President Donald Trump retakes the White House after November's election.

Trump Slams 'Convicted Liar' Michael Cohen

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

AARP: 25% of Adults 50 & Over Never Expect to Retire

More than one-quarter of U.S. adults over age 50 say they expect to never retire and 70% are concerned about prices rising faster than their income, an AARP survey finds.

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.

Trump Bashes Judges Overseeing Civil, Criminal Cases

As a judge is set to rule on whether former President Donald Trump violated a gag order, the 45th president said he needs to be removed from his case.

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.

Schumer-Tied Dark Money Group Targets GOP Candidate

Political ads targeting Montana GOP Senate hopeful Tim Sheehy is being funded by Majority Forward, a nonprofit organization tied to Senate Majority PAC, a group associated with Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.

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.

Steve Scalise Credits God, Prayers for Cancer Recovery

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., credits God and his Catholic faith with playing huge roles in his recovery from blood cancer.

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.

Trump Lawyers Denied Stormy Daniels Subpoena

Porn star Stormy Daniels will not have to answer a subpoena from former President Donald Trump's defense team as his criminal trial continues.

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.

Alabama Pushes Ballot Deadline to Accommodate Biden

State senators in Alabama this week passed a bill that would extend the deadline for political parties to certify their nominees for president and vice president until after the Democratic National Convention, the Washington Examiner reported.

States Consider Bills to Fight AI Calls During Elections

In January, more than 20,000 New Hampshire voters received a call from President Joe Biden asking them to skip the state's presidential primary.

Monmouth Poll: 80% Want Speaker Johnson to Stay

According to a new Monmouth University poll, 80% of Americans want House Speaker Mike Johnson to keep his job, and Democrats are now seeing him in a more positive light than they did last year after he was elected to the job.

Cornel West Says Both Parties 'Beyond Redemption'

Independent presidential candidate Cornel West said both major political parties in the United States have deteriorated past the point of being salvageable.

Arizona House Lawmakers Vote to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban

Lawmakers in Arizona's House of Representatives on Thursday voted to repeal an 1864 ban on abortion that may go into effect next month.In a 32-28 vote, lawmakers decided that the old abortion ban should be repealed. The Arizona state Senate must now also vote to repeal the...

Biden Tells Union Workers Trump 'Looks Down on Us'

President Joe Biden sought to play up his working-class roots Wednesday by telling union workers that former President Donald Trump, his likely GOP rival in the 2024 presidential race, "looks down on us."

Haley Gets 157K Votes in Pennsylvania GOP Primary

Nikki Haley may have dropped out more than a month ago, but that hasn't stopped people from voting for her in the Republican Primaries to decide the party's nominee for president.