Ipsos Poll: Florida Abortion Amendment Would Fall Short

A majority of Florida registered voters say they would vote to expand abortion access in November, but it falls short of the threshold to become law, according to a new USA Today/Ipsos poll released Saturday.

RFK Jr.: Trump Associates 'Asked Me to Be His VP'

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed again on social media that former President Donald Trump's allies asked him to join the presumptive GOP presidential nominee's ticket as Trump's running mate.

Biden Wants Ukraine to Stop Attacking Russian Refineries, Here's Why

The U.S. has been urging Ukraine not to attack Russian oil refineries, reportedly worried that strikes worsen the war and drive up energy prices.

Beverly LaHaye, Founder of Concerned Women of America, Dies at 94

Beverly Jean LaHaye, the founder of Concerned Women for America, died Sunday, the organization announced. She was 94.

EEOC: Employers Must Accommodate Abortions, Birth Control

U.S. employers' obligation to accommodate workers' pregnancies also extends to abortions and the use of contraception, the U.S. agency that enforces workplace discrimination laws said Monday.

'Rust' Armorer Gets 18 Months for Fatal Shooting by Alec Baldwin

A movie weapons supervisor was sentenced to 18 months in prison in the fatal shooting of a cinematographer by Alec Baldwin on the set of the Western film "Rust," at a sentencing hearing Monday in a New Mexico state court.Movie armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed was convicted in...

Officials: Marines at Mar-a-Lago Had No Connection to Trump

A photo of four uniformed Marines posing at Mar-a-Lago that went viral didn't happen at a political fundraiser and had no connection with former President Donald Trump or his White House bid, the service announced.In a statement on X, the service said the Marines - reserve...

Justice Clarence Thomas Absent From Supreme Court Session

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was not on the bench on Monday as the other eight justices heard arguments.No reason was given for his absence.Thomas, 75, is the oldest and longest-serving member of the court and is part of its 6-3 conservative majority. He was...

Bill Maher on Abortion: It's Murder and I'm OK With It

Television host Bill Maher admitted abortion "kind of is murder" but added he was OK with that. Maher, during a panel discussion Friday on his HBO show "Real Time," discussed abortion rights in light of former President Donald Trump saying that the issue should be decided by...

Sen. Roger Marshall Presses for Mayorkas Impeachment

Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., reportedly is releasing a video that heaps blame on Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for the southern border crisis amid the latest push for an impeachment trial.

Fmr British PM Truss: Trump's Policies Were Effective

Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss said Monday that it "has to be" former President Donald Trump in the White House after the 2024 election, endorsing the Republican for the presidency while criticizing President Joe Biden, The Hill reported. "I don't think Biden has...

IDF: '99 Percent' of Iran's Weapons Intercepted

Iran's retaliatory attack on Israel on Saturday night mostly fizzled.

Michael Avenatti: 'Fix Is In' Before Trump Trial

Former attorney Michael Avenatti said Monday that "the fix is in" as former President Donald Trump headed to a criminal trial in New York.

Report: Both Parties Worked to Derail No Labels

Unlikely political allies from both major parties worked to derail No Labels from presenting a third-party presidential ticket in November's election, NBC News reported.

Man Arrested After Stabbing at Church in Sydney

Police said a man was arrested after reportedly stabbing a bishop and churchgoers in Sydney.

Top Congressional Republicans Suggest Hunter Biden Payments Coordinated

Payments to Hunter Biden and broader Biden family business deals with China suggest more than attempts to influence policy on behalf of individual companies, Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., and House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer say, pointing to a broader strategy by...

'Hysteria' Over Arizona Abortion Ban Won't Last Forever

While Democrats will certainly look to galvanize voters on the Arizona Supreme Court ruling that revived a 160-year-old abortion ban to drive turnout, political experts don't expect the "hysteria" surrounding the decision to last, especially as the state legislature...

IRS Says Increased Funding Benefits Taxpayers

The Internal Revenue Service started tax filing deadline day on Monday by announcing that it had exceeded its goals for speeding assistance to taxpayers and cutting phone hold times to three minutes.

Report: US Signaled to Iran Attack on Israel OK 'Within Certain Limits'

Iran informed Turkey in advance of its planned operation against Israel, a Turkish diplomatic source told Reuters on Sunday, adding that Washington had conveyed to Tehran via Ankara that any action it took had to be "within certain limits."

Trump: Dems' Criminal Trials 'Election Interference'

Former President Donald Trump on Monday morning again accused Democrats of using "bogus lawsuits" against him to commit "election interference."

Trump Faces April 23 Hearing on Gag Order Charges in N.Y. Criminal Trial

New York prosecutors asked a judge at the start of Donald Trump's New York criminal trial Monday to fine him and remind him he could go to jail for violating a gag order that bars him from interfering with potential witnesses.

WashPost: FBI Opens Criminal Probe Into Maryland Bridge Collapse

The FBI has opened a federal criminal probe into the March 26 bridge collapse in Maryland, the Washington Post reported on Monday, citing two U.S. officials familiar with the matter. The investigation will at least partly focus on the Dali cargo ship and whether its crew...

Tesla to Lay Off More Than 10% of Its Staff

Tesla is laying off more than 10% of its global workforce, an internal memo seen by Reuters on Monday shows, as it grapples with falling sales and an intensifying price war for electric vehicles.

Ukraine Seeks 'Bold' Air Defense Support From Allies

Ukraine appealed again to allies on Monday for "extraordinary and bold steps" to supply air defenses to help defend against waves of Russian air strikes that have targeted the energy system in recent weeks. Russian missile and drone attacks have pounded Ukrainian energy...

House GOP to Meet Monday on Iran Attack

House Republicans are slated to convene Monday for a meeting regarding Iran's recent attack on Israel, Punchbowl News founder Jake Sherman reported on X.

RFK Jr.: Won't Run as Libertarian

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he has ruled out running as a Libertarian candidate, shifting his focus to securing ballot access in all 50 states.

Scheffler Wins Second Masters in 3 Years

Unflappable American Scottie Scheffler claimed a second Masters title in three years on Sunday, the world No. 1 holding steady while his biggest challengers self-destructed making their way through infamous Amen Corner.

Trump: Judge Merchan, WH Coordinating on My Case

Former President Donald Trump alleged on social media that the Biden administration is coordinating with Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and New York Judge Juan Merchan, who is overseeing Trump's hush-money case.

Jewish News Syndicate: Tucker Promoting Anti-Semitism

What do Tucker Carlson, the isolationist conservative pundit, and Elizabeth Warren, the woke progressive senator from Massachusetts, have in common? Not much other than slandering Israel.

Cardinal Dolan: 'We Feel Safe, Secure' in Bethlehem

Timothy Cardinal Dolan, the Catholic archbishop of New York, was in Israel on Saturday and had to shelter during the Iranian regime's missile and drone attack on the Jewish state."We feel safe and secure," the cardinal said on Sunday from Bethlehem.

Polish Abortion Opponents March Against Steps to Liberalize Strict Law

Thousands of Polish opponents of abortion marched in Warsaw on Sunday to protest recent steps by the new government to liberalize the predominantly Catholic nation's strict laws and allow termination of pregnancy until the 12th week.

Rep. Bacon: Middle East War Will Widen If U.S. Response Is Weak

The conflict in the Middle East could widen if the United States responds weakly to Iran's missile and drone attack against Israel, Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., warned Sunday. "I think there's a bigger risk if you respond weakly or if Israel responds weakly," the Nebraska...

Zelenskyy: Iran's Attack on Israel a 'Wake-Up Call'

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Sunday that Ukraine needed help from its allies to fend off air attacks, just as Israel had relied on its allies to destroy enemy threats.

G7 Leaders Condemn Iran, Warn of Risk of Escalation

Leaders of the G7 nations condemned Iran's attack on Israel and said on Sunday they would work to try to prevent an "uncontrollable regional escalation" in the Middle East.

Speaker Johnson: House Will Try for Israel Aid This Week

House Speaker Mike Johnson said Sunday that the House will try again this week to pass a military aid pack package for Israel, following this weekend's drone and missile launches from Iran.

Sen. Kennedy: US Will 'Get It in the Neck' If Cheek Turned to Iran

Sen. John Kennedy Sunday urged the United States to give its full backing to Israel against Iran, commenting that if the United States turns "the other cheek to them, we're going to get it in the neck."

Divisive? Not for Moviegoers. 'Civil War' Declares Victory at Box Office

Alex Garland's provocative "Civil War" didn't only ignite the discourse. The film also inspired audiences to go to the cinemas this weekend where it surpassed expectations and earned $25.7 million in ticket sales in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday.

Gulf States Fear Full Iran-Israel War

Gulf states are pushing to stop a full-blown regional war after Iran's unprecedented retaliatory strikes on Israel, sources in the region said, fearing new escalation could put them on front lines of a conflagration and ruin plans to reshape the region.

United Airlines Cancels Sunday's Flight to Tel Aviv

United Airlines has canceled Sunday's planned flight from Newark, New Jersey, to Tel Aviv following the latest turmoil in the Middle East, the airlines said in an emailed statement to Reuters.

Conor McGregor to Fight Chandler on June 29

Conor McGregor's long-awaited return to UFC action will come June 29 against Michael Chandler in Las Vegas.

NSC Adviser Kirby Lauds Israel's Interception of Iran Attacks

Israel's interception of most of Iran's massive drone and missile attacks was "an incredible military achievement," National Security Council communications adviser John Kirby declared Sunday.

Pittsburgh House Race Tests Anti-Israel Dems

An election this month in Pittsburgh and some of its suburbs is emerging as an early test of whether Israel's war with Hamas poses political threats to progressive Democrats in Congress who have criticized how the conflict has been handled.

Iran Attack on Israel Claims Life of Innocent Child

Iran's massive drone and missile strikes on Israel have claimed the life of a 7-year-old girl.

Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres Hits Media Over Anti-Israel Bias

Rep. Ritchie Torres slammed the media as engaging in anti-Israel bias, stating that many have "dismissed Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel as 'limited.'"

Trump Endorses McCormick for Senate in Pennsylvania

Former President Donald Trump endorsed Senate candidate David McCormick of Pennsylvania on Saturday, urging his supporters in the state to "go out and vote for him" in one of the year's most hotly contested Senate races.

Russia Says It Destroys 15 Ukraine-launched Drones Over Black Sea

Russia's defense ministry said on Sunday its air defense systems destroyed 10 Ukraine-launched drones over the Krasnodar region in southern Russia and five drones over the Black Sea.

Chicago Shooting: 8-Year-Old Dead, Many Wounded

Eight people were shot including a young girl who was killed in what Chicago police believe was gang-related violence on the city's South Side on Saturday night.

Iran Warns of 'Stronger Response' if Israel Retaliates to Attack

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi warned Sunday against any "reckless" Israeli retaliation to Tehran's unprecedented missile and drone attack, as world leaders urged restraint.

Barges Break Loose on Ohio River in Pittsburgh, Damaging a Marina and Striking a Bridge

More than two dozen river barges broke loose from their moorings and floated down the Ohio River in Pittsburgh, striking one bridge that had already been preemptively closed and damaging a marina, officials said. The boats eventually were pinned to the riverbank or went...

Trump: 'Everybody Knows' Israel Wouldn't Be Attacked if I Was in Office

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump told Pennsylvania voters, as missiles and hundreds of drones were launched by Iran and its terrorist proxies, Israel would not have been attacked by Hamas nor Iran if he had remained in the White House.

Tiger Woods' Talk of Green Jacket Ends in Nightmare Round

After Tiger Woods claimed a record 24th consecutive made cut at Augusta National on Friday the five-times Masters champion engaged in dreamy talk of a sixth Green Jacket.Reality hit home on Saturday, however, in the form of a nightmare third round as the 48-year-old's...

Cruz Condemns Iranian Attack on Israel, Slams Biden

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas has released a statement condemning Saturday's attack on Israel by Iran and put some of the blame on the Biden Administration's "policy choices."

Majority Leader Scalise: House to Convene on Israel Aid This Week

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., announced on X that the lower chamber would be departing from its regular legislative schedule next week to decide on what aid to give to Israel.

John Bolton to Newsmax: Biden Has Culpability for Attack

President Joe Biden bears "significant responsibility" for the bold Iranian assault on Israel, according to former Trump administration national security adviser John Bolton.

WSJ Poll: Abortion Could Cost Trump Suburban Women's Votes

Former President Donald Trump is facing the potential loss of suburban women's votes over the issue of abortion, which could decide his fate in November's presidential election, according to a recent survey.

John Bolton to Newsmax: Biden Has Culpability for Attack

President Joe Biden bears "significant responsibility" for the bold Iranian assault on Israel, according to former Trump administration National Security Adviser John Bolton.

Trump Backs Challenger to Unseat 'Pathetic RINO' Newhouse

Presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump has thrown his support behind a challenger to unseat Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., one of the 10 Republicans who voted to impeach the former president in 2021.

WSJ Poll: Abortion Could Cost Trump Suburban Women's Votes

Former President Donald Trump is facing the potential loss of suburban women's votes over the issue of abortion, which could decide his fate in November's presidential election, according to a recent survey.

Trump Backs Challenger to Unseat 'Pathetic RINO' Newhouse

Presumptive Republican nominee Donald Trump has thrown his support behind a challenger to unseat Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Wash., one of the 10 Republicans who voted to impeach the former president in 2021.

Court Orders Gambling Addiction Treatment for Ohtani's Fmr Interpreter

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani's former longtime interpreter agreed Friday to undergo court-ordered gambling addiction treatment after federal prosecutors accused him of stealing $16 million from the Japanese baseball player to pay off debts.

Fourth Tribe Bans S.D. Gov. Kristi Noem From Its Reservation

The Rosebud Sioux Tribe announced Thursday that Kristi Noem is banned from its tribal lands, making it the fourth tribal nation to ban the South Dakota governor, South Dakota Searchlight reported.

OJ Estate to Fight Brown, Goldman Payouts

The executor of O.J. Simpson's estate says he will work to prevent a payout of a $33.5 million judgment awarded by a California civil jury three decades ago in a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the families of Simpson's ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ron Goldman.

NY Times/Siena Poll: Biden, Trump in Virtual Tie

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are in a virtual tie, with Biden nearly erasing Trump's early polling advantage, according to a new survey released Saturday by The New York Times and Siena College.

CBP's Global Entry Program Adds Enrollment on Arrival

U.S. Customs and Border Protection has introduced Enrollment on Arrival (EOA) at several international airports to facilitate its Global Entry program, The Hill reported Saturday.

Kansas Governor Vetoes Ban on Gender Care for Minors and 2 Anti-abortion Bills

Kansas' governor on Friday vetoed a proposed ban on gender care for minors, a measure to require more reporting from abortion providers and what she called a "vague" bill making it a crime to coerce someone into having an abortion.

France's Macron Buying Up Russian Gas

French President Emmanuel Macron has positioned himself as being one of the strongest defenders of Ukraine but already this year, more deliveries of Russian liquefied natural gas have gone to France than to any other country in the European Union compared to last year.

Rates of 'Permanent Contraception' Spiked Post Dobbs Decision

The rates of young people seeking permanent contraception increased drastically following the overturning of Roe v. Wade in June of 2022, a new study released Friday has revealed.

Jamie Dimon: Inflation, Unsettling Global Landscape Threaten Economy

Jamie Dimon, the chair and CEO of JPMorgan Chase, said he sees potential warning signs ahead for the economy.

Sydney Knife Attacker Shot Dead After Killing 6 in Mall

An attacker who fatally knifed six people in a Sydney mall was shot dead by police in Sydney's beachside suburb of Bondi on Saturday, police said, as hundreds fled the scene.The assailant was shot by a police officer after he attacked shoppers.

Rates of 'Permanent Contraception' Spiked Post Dobbs Decision

The rates of young people seeking permanent contraception increased drastically following the overturning of Roe v Wade in June of 2022, a new study released Friday has revealed.

Biden Admin Targets Lightbulbs as Part of Climate Agenda

The Biden administration is now taking aim at lightbulbs as part of its climate agenda, announcing Friday new efficiency standards that will "slash harmful greenhouse gas pollution" and set levels that can only be met by LED bulbs.

Maine Gov Signs Bill Restricting Paramilitary Training

A bill to restrict paramilitary training in Maine in response to a neo-Nazi who wanted to create a training center for a "blood tribe" was signed into law by Democratic Gov. Janet Mills on Friday. The law, which the governor signed without public comment, allows the attorney ...

Kansas Governor Vetoes Ban on Gender Care for Minors and 2 Anti-abortion Bills

Kansas' governor on Friday vetoed a proposed ban on gender care for minors, a measure to require more reporting from abortion providers and what she called a "vague" bill making it a crime to coerce someone into having an abortion.Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly's actions set...

Judge Rejects Hunter Biden's Bid to Dismiss Gun Case as Politically Motivated

A federal judge in Delaware refused Friday to throw out a federal gun case against Hunter Biden, rejecting the president's son's claim that he is being prosecuted for political purposes as well as other arguments.U.S. District Judge Maryellen Noreika's ruling increases the...

Google to Limit Access to Calif. News Sites

Google announced Friday that it will be removing links to California news sites from its search results for some users as the tech giant fights a proposed legislation that would require them to compensate publishers.

Trump: Jury Selection in N.Y. Criminal Trial 'Largely Luck'

Former President Donald Trump says the jury selection in his upcoming New York criminal trial is "largely luck."

Fani Willis' Former Employee Aiding DOJ, Republicans

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis faces a new challenge to remain on the election interference case against former President Donald Trump, this time from the Department of Justice.

Report: US Moves Warships to Bolster Israel Defense

The United States reportedly repositioned two destroyers Friday in the Middle East to help defend Israel and American forces in the event of a highly anticipated retaliatory attack from Iran. One destroyer was already in the region while a second was redirected there ...

Denver Slashes Police Funds, Money to Migrants

Denver is slashing $8.4 million from its police budget and allocating that money to deal with its migrant crisis, reported 9News.

Biden Campaign Seeks DEI Director

The campaign for President Joe Biden posted an advertisement on Thursday for a DEI director in an effort to create and execute "a comprehensive strategy to attract and support diverse talent to further the campaign’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion."

Former US Ambassador Sentenced 15 Years for Aiding Cuba

A former career U.S. diplomat was sentenced Friday to 15 years in federal prison after admitting he worked for decades as a secret agent for communist Cuba, a plea agreement that leaves many unanswered questions about a betrayal that stunned the U.S. foreign service.

Trump's Co-defendants in Classified-Docs Case Ask Judge to Dismiss Charges

Lawyers for two co-defendants of former President Donald Trump in the classified documents case asked a judge on Friday to dismiss charges against them.Trump valet Walt Nauta and Mar-a-Lago property manager Carlos De Oliveira are charged with conspiring with Trump to...

WSJ: Energy Costs Up Nearly 30 Percent Under Biden

Under President Joe Biden, energy costs, especially the price of electricity, are up nearly 30%, according to analysis of data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Electricity prices are up 29.4% since January 2021 and have risen 13 times faster ...

Jamie Dimon: Inflation, Unsettling Global Landscape Threaten Economy

Jamie Dimon, the chair and CEO of JPMorgan Chase, said he sees potential warning signs ahead for the economy."Many economic indicators continue to be favorable," Dimon said in a first quarter earnings report. "However, looking ahead,

Judge Won't Delay N.Y. Trial After Trump Complains of Pretrial Publicity

he judge in Donald Trump's criminal case on Friday turned down the former president's request to postpone his trial because of publicity about the case.It's the latest in a string of delay denials that Trump has gotten from various courts this week as he fights to stave off...

Conservatives Fume Over FISA Passage Sans Warrant Component

House conservatives are angry with their GOP colleagues for stripping out a warrant requirement from the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) before passing the bill on Friday. One conservative is so incensed, he's vowing to travel to districts of some of his ...

Trump Backs Embattled Speaker Johnson at Mar-a-Lago Meet

Donald Trump offered a political lifeline Friday to House Speaker Mike Johnson, saying the beleaguered GOP leader is doing a "very good job," and tamping down the far-right forces led by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene trying to oust him from office.Trump and Johnson appeared...

Suicide-Plagued NYC Landmark Reopens With Barriers

A New York City landmark that closed to the public in 2021 after multiple suicides will reopen with steel mesh safety barriers to prevent further incidents, The New York Post reported.

Cornel West: Oct. 7 a 'Counterterrorist Response'

Independent presidential candidate Cornel West and his newly announced running mate refused to condemn the Hamas terrorist group for its invasion and slaughter of Israeli civilians beginning Oct. 7, with West calling the attacks a "counterterrorist response.

SCOTUS to Weigh Obstruction Law Used on 1/6 Defendants, Trump

The Supreme Court on Tuesday will hear oral arguments involving a federal obstruction law that has been used to prosecute hundreds of defendants involved in the events of Jan. 6, 2021, and the justices' decision could affect former President Donald Trump.

Wall Street Sharply Lower on Mixed Earnings, Inflation

U.S. stocks sold off Friday after major U.S. banks' results failed to impress, capping a week marked by market-moving inflation data, evolving expectations for U.S. Federal Reserve policy, and looming geopolitical tensions.

RFK Jr. Again Denied Secret Service Protection

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s fifth request for Secret Service protection was denied.

Trump: 'Remedy' Needed After Arizona Court Went 'Too Far'

Former President Donald Trump Friday called on the Arizona Legislature and Gov. Katie Hobbs to "act as fast as possible" to "remedy" this week's state Supreme Court ruling upholding a 160-year-old, pre-statehood law completely banning abortion in the state."The Supreme...

Leonard Leo Brushes Off 'Political' Senate Subpoena

Leonard Leo, co-chairman of the Federalist Society, said he will not comply with a subpoena investigating ethics at the Supreme Court, calling it politically motivated.

Roku Says More Than 550K Accounts Impacted in Cyberattack

Streaming service provider Roku said Friday it identified a second cyberattack that impacted about 576,000 additional accounts while investigating a breach that affected 15,000 user accounts earlier this year. The company, which had more than 80 million active accounts, said ...

1 Dead, 14 Injured After Semitrailer Intentionally Crashes Into Texas Public Safety Office

A Texas semitrailer driver rammed a stolen 18-wheeler into a public safety building where his renewal for a commercial driver's license had been rejected, killing one person and injuring 13 others, authorities said Friday.The driver, identified as Clenard Parker, 42, was...

Calif. Lawmaker Questions Spending on Homeless

A California Republican lawmaker is demanding more accountability after an audit showed the state spent $24 billion to tackle homelessness over the past five years, but didn't track if the money improved anything.

Robert MacNeil, Creator and First Anchor of PBS 'NewsHour' Nightly Newscast, Dies at 93

Robert MacNeil, who created the even-handed, no-frills PBS newscast "The MacNeil-Lehrer NewsHour" in the 1970s and co-anchored the show with his late partner, Jim Lehrer, for two decades, died on Friday.

House Passes Reauthorization of Key US Surveillance Program

The House passed a bill Friday to reauthorize and provide sweeping reforms of a key U.S. government surveillance tool without including broad restrictions on how the FBI uses this crucial program to search for Americans' data.

Iran Warns US to Stay Out of Fight With Israel

Iran reportedly warned the Biden administration that U.S. forces in the region will be attacked if the U.S. gets involved in the fighting between Israel and Iran.

Institution Asks Court to Allow Renaming of Sackler Funding

The National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NAS) wants to repurpose roughly $30 million it received in donations from the Sackler family, the owners of Purdue Pharma, which made the drug OxyContin, notorious for fueling the opioid epidemic.

Gallup Poll: Americans Split on Ukraine Aid

An increasing number of Americans say they believe the United States is not doing enough to help Ukraine, leading to an even split between those who want to send more aid and those who don't in a poll by Gallup released Friday.

GOP Member Looks to Ban Santos From House Access

Rep. Anthony D'Esposito, R-N.Y., one of expelled Rep. George Santos' biggest GOP critics, is seeking to ban ousted members from setting foot on the House floor or other Capitol areas that former members are allowed to access.

AP Poll: More Bad News for Biden

A new poll delivered more dismal news for President Joe Biden, with majorities of Americans disapproving of his performance on the key issues of cost of living and border security.

Consumer Sentiment Dips as Inflation Outlook Worsens

Consumer sentiment about the U.S. economy has ticked down but remains near a recent high, with Americans' outlook largely unchanged this year.

Report: DNC Helped Pay Biden's Legal Fees

The Democratic National Committee helped pay President Joe Biden’s legal fees during the special counsel investigation into his handling of classified documents, Axios reported.

Trump to Host Speaker Mike Johnson

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is making a campaign pilgrimage to visit former President Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago, a rite of passage as the embattled Republican leader positions himself, and his GOP majority, side-by-side with the ex-president.

Murder of World War II Vet Solved After 56 Years

The brutal murder of a decorated World War II veteran has been solved after 56 years, authorities said.

Russia Military at Pre-war Level, US General Says

Russia is bolstering its forces for the war in Ukraine at a "far faster" rate than the United States originally estimated, a top general said.

House Will Try Again to Reauthorize FISA

House Republicans will try again Friday to advance a bill that would reauthorize a crucial national security surveillance program, a second attempt just days after a conservative revolt prevented similar legislation from reaching the floor.

Editorial: IRS Direct File Tax Program a 'Bust'

The Wall Street Journal ripped the IRS for its Direct File tax program and called on Republicans in Congress to shut it down.

US Cyber Agency: Russian Hackers Stole Gov't Emails

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency said Russian government-backed hackers have used their access to Microsoft's email system to steal correspondence between officials and the tech giant, an emergency directive by the U.S. watchdog released on Thursday showed.

Cyber Force Advocates Push for New, Separate Military Branch

The six-decade proliferation of commercial and military satellites, orbital weapons, and potential colonization of the galaxy finally convinced the U.S. government that it needed a fifth branch to its armed forces, the Space Force.

Man on Terror Watchlist Released by Border Patrol, Remains in US

An Afghan migrant, who is on the terrorist watchlist, was taken into custody crossing the southern border and released by authorities last year, NBC News reported.

Privacy, National Security Concerns Over Spy Tool 'Not Mutually Exclusive Goals'

A congressional stalemate that seemingly pits privacy against national security concerns has placed a critical surveillance program in jeopardy as a quickly approaching deadline to reauthorize the spy tool looms.

Arizona Abortion Ban Affecting State's Political Dynamics

Arizona already was expected to be one of the most closely contested states in November's U.S. presidential election. But a ruling this week instituting a near-total abortion ban supercharged the state's role, transforming it into perhaps the nation's most critical battleground.

Pope to Visit Asia in September

Pope Francis will take his first overseas trip of the year and the longest of his 11-year papacy, traveling to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste and Singapore from Sept. 2-13, the Vatican said on Friday.

Safe-Haven Demand Fuels Gold to a Record $2,400 High

Safe-haven gold prices scaled an all-time record peak Friday and was poised to post a fourth straight weekly gain as geopolitical risks and economic concerns surrounding China attracted robust demand.

43 Senate Republicans Sign Demand for Full Mayorkas Trial

Almost all members of the Senate Republican conference have demanded that Majority Leader Chuck Schumer move forward with a full impeachment trial against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, while Senate Democrats are signaling they'll dismiss the charges.

Oakland Officials Vote to Add 'San Francisco' to Airport's Name

Oakland officials have voted in favor of changing the name of the city's airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, despite San Francisco threatening a lawsuit over what it says is a trademark violation.

Kremlin: Aborted Peace Deal Could Be Basis for Ukraine Talks

An aborted 2022 peace deal between Russia and Ukraine could be the basis for new negotiations but there is no sign that Kyiv is ready for talks, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Friday. President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly said that Russia and Ukraine were on the...

Oakland Officials Vote to Add 'San Francisco' to Airport's Name

Oakland officials have voted in favor of changing the name of the city's airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport, despite San Francisco threatening a lawsuit over what it says is a trademark violatio

Belgian PM Probes Russian Interference in EU Elections

Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo announced on Friday an investigation into suspected Russian interference in Europe-wide elections in June, saying that his country's intelligence service has confirmed the existence of a network trying to undermine support for...

Trump Would Free Wall St of Regulations in 2nd Term

A second Trump White House would seek to sharply reduce the power of U.S. financial regulators, according to a review of public documents and interviews with people allied with the former president.

Biden Cancels $7.4B in Student Debt for 277,000 Borrowers

The Biden administration will cancel $7.4 billion in student debt for 277,000 borrowers, the White House said in a statement on Friday. The Education Department announced the latest round of cancellations Friday in an update on the progress of its SAVE Plan. More people are...

House Panel Advances Revised FISA Reauthorization

A House committee greenlighted a vote on a pared-down version of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) reauthorization, following Republican opposition to an earlier iteration, The Hill reported.

Kari Lake Urging Arizona Republicans to Repeal Abortion Law

Arizona Republican U.S. Senate hopeful Kari Lake is personally reaching out to GOP lawmakers in the state Legislature in an effort to drum up support to repeal the 1864 abortion law that threatens her chances in November's election, Politico reported Thursday.

Anti-abortion Groups Prepare Legal Challenge to Florida Ballot Measure

Anti-abortion organizations in Florida are strategizing legal challenges in anticipation of potential approval of a ballot measure safeguarding abortion rights in November, indicating a prolonged battle over reproductive rights in the state, Politico reported.

J.K. 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.

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

Journalist Catherine Herridge accused her most recent employer, CBS News, of committing "journalistic rape" and undermining her professional standing by seizing her files following her recent termination.

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.

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.