Rep. Keith Self to Newsmax: 'Vitally Important' for GOP to 'Stand With Donald Trump'

Congressional Republicans demonstrating their support for former President Donald Trump during his ongoing criminal trial is "vitally important," according to Rep. Keith Self, R-Texas, on Newsmax.

Authorities Investigate Matthew Perry's Death, Source of Ketamine

Seven months have passed since Matthew Perry's death but investigations continue into the source of the ketamine found in his system.

Sen. Thune: 'Desperate' Dems Now See Border Vulnerability

Senate Minority Whip John Thune, R-S.D., said congressional Democrats are suddenly motivated and "desperate" to fix the border crisis of their own making amid sagging poll numbers and with an election coming into view.

Defense Rests Without Trump Testimony in New York Trial

Donald Trump's lawyers rested their defense Tuesday without the former president taking the witness stand in his New York business records trial.The jury was sent home until May 28, when closing arguments are expected.

Rep. Bob Good to Newsmax: Judge Merchan Ought to Dismiss Case

The case against former President Donald Trump "ought to be dismissed" by Manhattan Judge Juan Merchan based on the testimony of Michael Cohen, Rep. Bob Good, R-Va., told Newsmax on Tuesday.

Floridian to Newsmax: Learned I'm Not a Citizen After Living Here 64 Years

Jimmy Klass, 66, told Newsmax he discovered he is not a U.S. citizen after living in the country for 64 years. Klass said he moved to the U.S. from Canada with his family when he was 2. His dad was a U.S. citizen.

John Bolton to Newsmax: Biden 'Obsessed' With Appeasing Iran

In offering condolences to Iran for President Ebrahim Raisi's death, the Biden administration displayed its obsession with appeasing a regime that sponsors terrorism, former national security adviser John Bolton told Newsmax on Tuesday.

Report: Cohen Faced 15 Years in Prison for Stealing From Trump

Michael Cohen could have been hit with a sentence of up to 15 years behind bars if he'd been charged and convicted of stealing $60,000 from former President Donald Trump, legal experts told the New York Post.

Report: Cohen Faced 15 Years in Prison for Stealing From Trump

Michael Cohen could have been hit with a sentence of up to 15 years behind bars if he'd been charged and convicted of stealing $60,000 from former President Donald Trump, legal experts told the New York Post. Cohen, the former Trump attorney admitted Monday to jurors in the...

Russia: US Subcritical Experiment Does Not Violate Nuclear Test Ban Treaty

Russia said a U.S. subcritical experiment aimed at giving data on the behavior of the materials used in nuclear warheads did not violate the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty.

Scaled Back Pride Month Expected After Massive Consumer Backlash

Target limiting its full array of LGBTQ-themed merchandise to its virtual closet sets the tone for what marketing experts expect will be a "scaled back" Pride Month after the retailer faced a major consumer backlash for offering a full array of controversial swag in stores last year.

Costello's Testimony Continues After Merchan Kicked Him off Stand

A defense witness in Donald Trump's legal expenses trial whom the judge threatened to remove from the trial over his behavior will return to the stand Tuesday as the trial nears its end.

David Friedman Calls ICC Arrest Warrants 'Grotesque'

Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman the arrest warrants issued by the ICC for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant were "grotesque" and a by-product of the weaponization of the justice system in the U.S.

Prosecution Rests in Trump Criminal Case

Prosecutors rested their case against Donald Trump on Monday, turning it over to the former president's lawyers for a chance to call witnesses.

Judge Blocks Biden from Enforcing New Gun Sale Rule in Texas

A federal judge has blocked the Biden administration from enforcing a new rule in Texas that would require firearms dealers to run background checks on buyers at gun shows or other places outside brick-and-mortar stores.

Defense Presses Judge to Dismiss Trump Case After Prosecution Rests

Donald Trump's New York criminal trial entered its final stretch with the prosecution resting its case late Monday afternoon following the conclusion of star witness Michael Cohen's testimony.

Pro-Palestinian Protesters at Drexel Ignore Call to Disband as US Arrests Top 3,000

Pro-Palestinian protesters ignored a request by Drexel University's president to disband their encampment on Monday as arrests linked to campus demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war surpassed the 3,000 mark nationwide.Drexel's Philadelphia campus remained on lockdown,...

Defense Presses Judge to Dismiss Trump Case After Prosecution Rests

Donald Trump's New York criminal trial entered its final stretch with the prosecution resting its case late Monday afternoon following the conclusion of star witness Michael Cohen 's testimony. The defense moved for a speedy dismissal, saying the evidence was...

Rep. Ogles Introduces 'Let Trump Speak Act'

Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., has introduced legislation that would prevent "activist judges" from instituting a gag order on defendants during criminal or civil trials.

Ipsos Poll: 56% of Voters Support Deporting Illegals

More than half of U.S. voters support deporting all illegal immigrants in the country according to a new poll from Reuters and Ipsos released on Monday.

EPA Warns of Increasing Cyberattacks on Water Systems, Urges Immediate Utility Action

Cyberattacks against water utilities across the country are becoming more frequent and more severe, the Environmental Protection Agency warned Monday as it issued an enforcement alert urging water systems to take immediate actions to protect the nation's drinking...

First Neuralink Implant Patient Recounts Glitches

The Food and Drug Administration's approval for Elon Musk's Neuralink to implant its brain chip into a second person comes as the first test participant describes the glitches he overcame.

Prosecution Rests in Trump Criminal Case

Prosecutors rested their case against Donald Trump on Monday, turning it over to the former president's lawyers for a chance to call witnesses.The prosecution's final witness, at least for now, was also their most important: Trump attorney-turned-adversary Michael Cohen,...

WashPost: General Wary of US Afghanistan Withdrawal

The top U.S. general in Afghanistan during the U.S. military's 2021 withdrawal reportedly warned Washington repeatedly that security would get "very bad, very fast" after troops departed.

Hunter Biden Again Seeks Delay in Federal Gun Trial

Hunter Biden pressed for a delay in his federal gun case on Monday, asking an appeals court to pause the Delaware trial set to begin next month.

State Dept.: Iran Asked US for Help Following Raisi Crash

The State Department on Monday said Iran asked Washington for assistance after Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's helicopter crashed in mountains near the Azerbaijan border, but ultimately the U.S. was unable to provide help largely for logistical reasons.

Supreme Court Won't Hear Maryland School District Gender Identity Case

The Supreme Court declined Monday to hear a bid backed by a conservative Christian legal group to challenge a Maryland school district's policy against informing parents if their children identify as transgender or gender nonconforming.

John Bolton to Newsmax: International Criminal Court Is Bad Idea

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is a fundamentally illegitimate institution, according to John Bolton, former ambassador to the United Nations, on Newsmax.

Sens. Cruz, Britt to Newsmax: Proposed IVF Bill Protects Parents

A new bill aiming to "unequivocally" protect in vitro fertilization should draw bipartisan support because "we all agree" protecting the ability of parents to have a child "is a wonderful thing," co-sponsors of the legislation, GOP Sens. Ted Cruz and Katie Britt said.

Colorado Dem Gov. Polis, Lawmakers Fight Space Force Proposal

Democrat Gov. Jared Polis and most members of the Colorado's U.S. congressional delegation are fighting the Biden administration's proposal that potentially would move hundreds of the state's Air National Guard members to the U.S. Space Force.

Hall of Famer 'Mr. Raider' Jim Otto Dies at 86

Jim Otto, the Hall of Fame center known as "Mr. Raider" for his durability through a litany of injuries, has died, the team confirmed Sunday night. He was 86.

Hillary Clinton Agrees With Trump's Abortion Comment

Hillary Clinton finally agrees with former President Donald Trump on something: Democrats will push to make a federal law for abortion.

Harvard Students Suspended; 12 Won't Graduate

Harvard University suspended five students who participated in anti-Israel protests and placed more than 20 on probation, the Harvard Crimson reported.

Trump: I Should Be Campaigning

Former President Donald Trump on Monday apologized to voters in Iowa and New Hampshire for not being able to campaign in those states due to his criminal trial in New York City.Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, addressed reporters Monday.

Chicago's Death Spiral

Just when you thought it couldn't get any worse, along came Brandon Johnson. When the Biden administration reversed President Trump's 'Stay in Mexico' order and refused to finish the wall he started, it opened the floodgates to millions of illegal aliens into the country.

Newsweek Poll: Migrants Blamed for Crime in New York

A new poll shows that most New York City residents blame the influx of migrants for the city's crime rate.

Supreme Court Rebuffs Appeal of Maryland Assault Weapons Ban

The Supreme Court declined Monday to hear a challenge to a Democrat-backed ban in Maryland on rifles such as AR-15s, steering clear of the dispute while the litigation continues in a lower court.

ICC Warrants for Israeli Officials a 'Sham,' Say Members of Congress

Members of Congress reacted on Monday to the International Criminal Court's decision to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant for "war crimes and crimes against humanity."

Biden Calls DEI 'Core Strength of America' in NAACP Speech

President Joe Biden lauded diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as the "core strength of America" during a Sunday speech at an NAACP event in Detroit.

Judge Blocks Rule Expanding Gun Background Checks

A federal judge on Sunday blocked the Biden administration from fully implementing a new rule that would require gun dealers to obtain licenses and conduct background checks when selling firearms at gun shows and online.

Karoline Leavitt to Newsmax: Add 2 More Debates, Blood Test

President Joe Biden would not commit to debates with Donald Trump "for months" before two were scheduled in June and September - and the former president's team is now proposing two more be added, Trump campaign national press secretary Karoline Leavitt told Newsmax.

Ship That Collapsed Baltimore Bridge Collapse Refloated, Moving

The container ship that caused the deadly collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge was refloated at high tide Monday and began slowly moving back to port, guided by several tugboats.

Illinois Bill Would Charge Teachers, Others for Sexually Abusing 18-Year-Old Students

It is not currently illegal in Illinois for a teacher or staff member to have a sexual relationship with an 18-year-old student, however, there has been a bill filed in the state legislature to try to change that.

Haley's Final Stand: Follow Sununu to Trump or Kasich to Biden?

Nikki Haley is perhaps the highest-profile Republican in the nation who has refused to fall in line and endorse Donald Trump's presidential bid. It is unclear how long that might last.

Cohen Admits He 'Stole From the Trump Organization': 'Yes, Sir'

Former Donald Trump attorney Michael Cohen admitted Monday to jurors in the Republican's legal expense trial that he stole tens of thousands of dollars from Trump's company as defense lawyers seized on the star witness' misdeeds to attack his credibility.

Cassie's Counsel Responds to 'Diddy': 'Pathetic'

The legal counsel of pop star Cassie Ventura responded to Sean 'Diddy' Combs' apology after a surveillance video from 2016 surfaced of the rapper punching and dragging Ventura near a hotel elevator.

Power Restored to Most Affected by Deadly Houston Storm

Houston area residents affected by deadly storms last week received some good news as officials said power had been restored Sunday to a majority of the hundreds of thousands who had been left in the dark and without air conditioning amid hot and humid weather.

Cassie's Counsel Responds to 'Diddy': 'Pathetic'

The legal counsel of pop star Cassie Ventura responded to Sean 'Diddy' Combs' apology after a surveillance video from 2016 surfaced of the rapper punching and dragging Ventura near a hotel elevator.

Charges Against Top Golfer Scheffler Expected to Be Dropped

Prosecutors are expected to drop the charges against top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler after he was arrested on Friday while trying to enter the Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky, for the second round of the PGA Championship, No Laying Up has reported.

Xander Schauffele Birdies 18th, Wins PGA Championship for First Major

Xander Schauffele birdied the 72nd hole to break a late tie with Bryson DeChambeau and win the PGA Championship for his first career major championship on Sunday at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Ky.

'Miracle on Ice' Star, Mark Wells, Dies at 67

A member of the 1980 Olympic "Miracle on Ice" men's hockey team, Mark Wells, died Friday at the age of 67, the NHL reported.

Baltimore to Move Ship That Downed Bridge

Workers in Baltimore were preparing to clear a crashed cargo ship nearly as long as the Eiffel Tower from the channel it is blocking, officials said on Sunday, almost two months after the vessel downed the Francis Scott Key bridge, paralyzing a major eastern U.S. port.

Israel Seeks Bipartisan US Support Against Palestinian State

Israel called for bipartisan support on Sunday from the United States against the establishment of a Palestinian state, which it said would be a reward for Hamas and its backer Iran.

Pentagon Pulling US Troops From Niger by Mid-September

U.S. troops ordered out of Niger by the West African country's ruling junta will complete their withdrawal by the middle of September, the Pentagon and Nigerien defense officials said Sunday.

WSJ: Regulators Reconsider Capital Hike for Big Banks

The Federal Reserve and two other U.S. regulators are moving toward a new plan that would significantly reduce a nearly 20% mandated increase in capital for the country's biggest banks following lobbying efforts by industry CEOs like JPMorgan Chase's Jamie Dimon.

WH's Sullivan, Saudi Crown Prince, Meet on Security Deal

President Joe Biden's national security adviser met early Sunday with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss what the kingdom described as the "semifinal" version of a wideranging security agreement between the countries. The announcement by the staterun...

Biden Tells Morehouse HBCU Grads: 'Gaza Is Humanitarian Crisis'

President Joe Biden delivered the commencement address at Morehouse College, receiving applause and cheers but also spurring some students to turn their backs to Biden as his backing of Israel in its war with Hamas riles college graduations across the country.

Disneyland Character, Parade Performers Vote to Join Labor Union

Disneyland performers who help bring Mickey Mouse, Cinderella and other beloved characters to life at the Southern California resort chose to unionize following a three-day vote culminating Saturday.

Seize the Grey Takes Preakness Followed by Mystik Dan

Seize the Grey took the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, with Kentucky Derby Winner Mystik Dan following close behind.THIS IS A BREAKING STORY. AP'S PREVIOUS STORY IS BELOW:Rain was falling at Pimlico Race Course on Saturday hours before Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan goes...

NYC's George Washington Bridge Traffic Stopped for Climber

Traffic was delayed for almost two hours Saturday on New York City's George Washington Bridge Saturday after a person climbed up the structure.

Trump: 'Our Constitution Is Being Run Through the Shredder'

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump warned the Second Amendment is under "siege" and the Constitution is being put through the shredder.

Scheffler's Attorney Denies Golfer Assaulted Police Officer

Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler struggled early in Saturday's third round of the PGA championship a day after being arrested while his attorney was denying charges the golfer assaulted a police officer.

Despite Polls, Biden Aides Insist Gaza Campus Protests Will Not Hurt Reelection Bid

Several top White House aides say they are confident protests across U.S. college campuses against Israel's offensive in Gaza will not translate into significantly fewer votes for Joe Biden in November's election, despite polls showing many Democrats are deeply unhappy...

6 Penn Students Among 19 Arrested for Trying to Occupy Building

Six University of Pennsylvania students were among 19 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested during an attempt to occupy a school building, university police said Saturday.

RNC, Trump Campaign Launch 'Gun Owners for Trump'

Before delivering his remarks at NRA Leadership Forum in Dallas on Saturday night, the Republican National Committee and the Trump campaign announced the launch of the Gun Owners for Trump coalition.

Matthew Whitaker to Newsmax: Cohen Testimony Disaster for Prosecution

Former Acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker stated in an interview with Newsmax on Saturday that Michael Cohen's testimony has been disastrous for the prosecution in former President Donald Trump's New York business documents case.

Billionaire Gives UMass Dartmouth Grads $1K

Founder and CEO of Granite Telecommunications Robert Hale Jr. gave the commencement speech at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and also $1,000 to each graduate."Our community and our world need our help now more than ever," Hale said in his speech.The university...

Islamic State Group: Attack Cricket World Cup in US

Threats of terrorism loom over the upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup in New York as the Islamic State group issues warnings targeting the cricket tournament, amplifying concerns about safety and security, the U.S. Sun reported.

Lou Holtz to Newsmax: We've Lost Our Values

Former Notre Dame football coach Lou Holtz told Newsmax that the reason Kansas City Chief kicker Harrison Butker's speech at Benedictine College, a Catholic university, is getting so much attention today is because America has...

Hunter Biden's Allies Exploring Legal Defense Fund Again

Hunter Biden's allies are reportedly looking into establishing a legal defense fund for him after his chief financial backer, Hollywood entertainment lawyer Kevin Morris, has been telling people he is running out of money to keep helping him.

Jason Whitlock to Newsmax: 'Whole Culture Has Rejected Our Biblical Founding'

The left's reaction to Harrison Butker's commencement speech shows "the whole culture has rejected our Biblical founding," Jason Whitlock told Newsmax on Friday.

Rich Lowry to Newsmax: Biden Had all the 'Leverage' on Debate

President Joe Biden and his campaign has stacked the deck for just two presidential debates, but presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump took the only deal he was going to be given, National Review editor Rich Lowry told Newsmax.

Trump Hosting Campaign Event Thursday in NYC's Bronx

Campaigning in deep-blue states, presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is hosting a campaign event Thursday at 6 p.m. ET in the Bronx, highlighting what he says is the damage done to working-class America under President Joe Biden.

Trump Accepts NRA Endorsement, Urges Gun Owners to Get Out, Vote

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump accepted the endorsement of the National Rifle Association at the NRA Leadership Forum in Dallas on Saturday afternoon.

Las Vegas Girl, 12, 'Bullied to Death'

A 12-year-old Las Vegas girl, Flora Martinez, committed suicide on May 7 after enduring nearly a year of relentless bullying, her family told 8 News Now.

Karine Jean-Pierre: 'Everyone' on KC Chiefs Team Invited to WH

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was asked on Friday if Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker will still be invited to the traditional Super Bowl festivities at the White House in light of his recent comments about President Joe Biden.

Court Rejects Md. Parents' Bid to Pull Kids From LGBTQ Lessons

A federal appeals court ruled that the largest school district in Maryland does not have to afford parents the opportunity to opt-out their elementary school-age children from LGBTQ lessons.

Rep. Good: Lawmakers Went to NYC to Say What Trump Couldn't

Rep. Bob Good, R-Va., said the House Freedom Caucus held a presser outside former President Donald Trump's business records trial in New York City out of protest of the gag order he's under.

Federal Judge Hears Challenges to NYC's Fee for Drivers Into Manhattan

New York's first-in-the-nation plan to levy a hefty toll on drivers entering much of traffic-choked Manhattan was the focus of a legal battle that played out in federal court Friday.A Manhattan judge heard arguments in lawsuits brought by unionized public school teachers...

Chiefs Kicker, Owner's Wife Embrace Traditional Values

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker garnered controversy by expressing his traditional Christian values during a commencement speech at Benedictine College. Chiefs owner Clark Hunt's wife, Tavia Hunt, took to social media sharing her support for traditional values as well.

Gov. Abbott: Texas Using Drone Technology Along Border

Add drone technology to the methods Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has used under Operation Lone Star in his fight to halt the flood of illegal immigrants who have crossed into his state from Mexico.

Congress Probes UCLA for Antisemitism Response

The Committee on House Education and the Workforce sent a letter to the University of California Los Angeles on Wednesday requesting documentation on the school's response to antisemitism on campus.

Poll: Americans Divided as Supreme Court Weighs Abortion Pill Access

Americans are divided on whether women should have to see a doctor in person before receiving abortion pills, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll found, as the U.S. Supreme Court weighs whether to reimpose that restriction on medication abortion.

Boeing Whistleblower's Death Ruled Suicide

Boeing whistleblower John Barnett's death March 9 in Charleston, S.C., was ruled a suicide by the coroner's office, the Charleston Police Department said Friday.

Paul Pelosi's Hammer Attacker Sentenced to 30 Years

The man convicted of attempting to kidnap then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and attacking her husband with a hammer was sentenced Friday to 30 years in prison.

LA County to Move 'Jane Fonda Day' After Uproar

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is rethinking its plan to declare April 30 "Jane Fonda Day," after Vietnamese-Americans and Republican lawmakers slammed the decision as "alarming and profoundly disrespectful."

South Dakota Will Have Abortion on Ballot in November

A petition seeking to reinstate abortion rights in South Dakota has enough valid signatures to make the Nov. 5 ballot, though opponents have promised a legal challenge, reports NBC News. South Dakota Secretary of State Monae Johnson, a Republican, in a statement said her...

Pentagon OIG Report Details Ukraine Corruption

The Pentagon's Office of Inspector General released a report Thursday detailing its oversight in Ukraine as they continue their war with Russia. The report looked at the U.S.' response to Russia's invasion from Jan. 1 through March 31. The OIG recently launched...

S.C. Can Enforce 6-Week Abortion Ban, Judge Says

A state judge ruled that South Carolina can continue to enforce a ban on nearly all abortions about six weeks after conception as an appeal continues on what defines a heartbeat under the law.

Trump in West Palm Beach to See Son Barron Graduate

Former President Donald Trump joined his wife Melania in West Palm Beach, Florida, Friday morning to see their 18-year-old son Barron graduate from high school. According to the Daily Mail, two police snipers kept a close eye on the events at Oxbridge Academy, with U.S....

NBC News: Top Border Patrol Officials Face New Probe

Top Border Patrol officials, already under investigation by Custom and Border Protection for reportedly partying with a tequila mogul, are said to have also attended parties by a wealthy businessman who is involved in cross-border trade. NBC News reported that the Mexican...

NYPD to Use Drones on 911 Calls in 5 Precincts

The New York City Police Department plans to use drones to respond to select 911 calls in five precincts, officials said a hearing Thursday, according to Gothamist.

Satanic Temple Seeks Its Place in Public Schools

Conservatives in Florida and Texas won the right to permit religious chaplains in public schools, and now the Satanic Temple wants in.

Trump: 'Employers of Millions' Fleeing N.Y. Over Trials

Former President Donald Trump says "employers of millions of people" are moving out of New York after watching his ongoing trial proceedings and how he's been treated in his current business records case and other court proceedings. "This is about one man, [Manhattan...

WashPost: Business Titans Wanted Police at Columbia

A group of billionaires and business titans privately urged New York City Mayor Eric Adams to use police on Columbia University protesters, according to The Washington Post.

WashPost: Business Titans Wanted Police at Columbia

A group of billionaires and business titans privately urged New York City Mayor Eric Adams to use police on Columbia University protesters, according to The Washington Post.

Severe Storms Kill at Least 4 in Houston

Fast-moving thunderstorms pummeled southeastern Texas for the second time this month, killing at least four people, blowing out windows in high-rise buildings, downing trees and knocking out power to more than 900,000 homes and businesses in the Houston area.

Scottie Scheffler Charged With Officer Assault, Tees Off at PGA

Masters golf champion Scottie Scheffler was arrested Friday morning on his way to the PGA Championship, with stunning images showing him handcuffed as he was taken to jail for not following police orders during a pedestrian fatality investigation.

Judge to Rule on Alec Baldwin Bid to Avoid 'Rust' Trial

A New Mexico judge was expected to rule on Friday whether to throw out the involuntary manslaughter case against actor Alec Baldwin in the 2021 shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins during filming of the Western movie 'Rust.'

Police Dismantle Pro-Palestinian Encampment at DePaul University in Chicago

Police began dismantling a pro-Palestinian encampment early Thursday at DePaul University in Chicago, hours after the school's president told students to leave the area or face arrest.Officers and workers in yellow vests cleared out tents at the student encampment as...

NY Times: Justice Alito's Home Flew US Flag Upside Down After Jan. 6

An American flag was photographed hanging upside down at the Virginia home of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito in January 2021, weeks after the Jan. 6 protests, The New York Times reported Thursday.

US Proposes Ending New Federal Leases in Biggest Coal Region

The Biden administration on Thursday proposed an end to new coal leasing from federal reserves in the most productive coal mining region in the U.S. as officials seek to limit climate-changing greenhouse gas emissions from burning the fuel.

EPA's Lead Pipe Fix Sent $3B to States Based on Unverified Data

The Environmental Protection Agency distributed about $3 billion to states last year to replace harmful lead pipes based on unverified data, according to an agency inspector general's memo, likely meaning some states got too much money and others got too little.

Trump Files Appeal Notice on DA Willis Ruling With Ga. Court

Former President Donald Trump filed a notice of appeal with the Georgia Court of Appeals regarding his bid to overturn a lower court decision that allows Democrat Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to prosecute a 2020 election interference case against him.

Walmart Draws Diners Hungry For Value

As the price of fast-food continues to surge, Walmart appears to be drawing value-hungry diners to its grocery aisles on the hunt for cheaper meals.

Walmart Draws Diners Hungry For Value

As the price of fast-food continues to surge, Walmart appears to be drawing value-hungry diners to its grocery aisles on the hunt for cheaper meals.

Pa. Man Charged With Threatening to Behead Biden

A federal grand jury this week indicted a Pennsylvania man on charges of making a threat against the President after allegedly posting videos online stating he would behead President Joe Biden.

House Panel: Harvard Ignored Input on Antisemitism

An investigation by the House Committee on Education and the Workforce revealed Thursday that there were major flaws in Harvard University's response to campus antisemitism.

Abbott Pardons Fmr Army Sgt Who Killed BLM Protester in 2020

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a full pardon Thursday to a former U.S. Army sergeant convicted of murder for fatally shooting an armed demonstrator in 2020 during nationwide Black Lives Matter protests.

Video Shows Jewish Children Assaulted in New York

Jewish children were assaulted by a man in Brooklyn on Sunday, according to Williamsburg 365.

DOJ Reclassifies Marijuana As Less Dangerous Drug

The Department of Justice on Thursday formally moved to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug in a historic shift in generations of U.S. drug policy.

Rep. Greg Steube to Newsmax: Biden Won't Pardon Trump, Is Behind Charges

It was Biden's Department of Justice that brought the charges against Donald Trump during an election year, so do not count on him issuing a pardon, Rep. Greg Steube, R-Fla., told Newsmax on Thursday.

Biden's Personal Debt at $815K; No One Buying Books

President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden's personal debt sits at $815,000, according to financial disclosures released Wednesday.

Trump Campaign: Biden 'Politicized' Executive Privilege

The Trump campaign Thursday accused President Joe Biden of hypocrisy with executive privilege after refusing to release audio of his interview with special counsel Robert Hur.

Judge Ginn to Newsmax: Rev. Graham Statue Honors Religious Giant

The late Rev. Billy Graham, whose statue in the U.S. Capitol was unveiled Thursday, is remembered for his legacy both toward America and as an individual, Judge Phil Ginn, president of the Southern Evangelical Seminary, told Newsmax Thursday before the network aired the event live.

Faculty Pass 'No Confidence' Vote Against Columbia President

Faculty at Columbia University passed a resolution of no confidence Thursday against President Minouche Shafik, in a motion brought by members of Columbia's chapter of the American Association of University Professors (AAUP).

CUNY Branch Cancels Hillel Event for Israel's Memorial Day

A City University of New York college this week canceled an event planned by the Jewish campus organization Hillel that would have commemorated Israel's independence due to concerns about anti-Israel protests.

Sen. Bernie Sanders: Biden Not Running 'Against God'

Progressive Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., said President Joe Biden's unpopularity among voters means little because he is running against "the most dangerous president in American history."

RFK Jr. Compares Tea Party to Confederacy

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is running as an independent for president, once called the Tea Party movement "the resurgence of the Confederacy."

Supreme Court Rejects Conservative Challenge to Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

The Supreme Court on Thursday rejected a conservative-led attack that could have undermined the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

RNC's Tommy Pigott to Newsmax: Trump Called Biden's Bluff on Debates

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump "is a fighter" and "called the bluff on the Biden campaign," Republican National Committee Communications Director Tommy Pigott told Newsmax on Thursday.

Republican Jewish Coalition Raising Minimum of $5M for Trump

The Republican Jewish Coalition announced Thursday a commitment to raise a minimum of $5 million to help support former President Donald Trump's reelection bid this fall.

Trump Asks New York's High Court to Intervene on Merchan Gag Order

Donald Trump is seeking to have New York's highest court intervene in his fight over a gag order that has seen him fined $10,000 and threatened with jail for violating a ban on commenting about witnesses, jurors, and others connected to the trial.

Report: Biden Planning Executive Order to Close Border

President Joe Biden is planning to announce executive action allowing him to close the U.S.-Mexico border when the number of immigrants coming into the United States climbs to 4,000 per day, according to a new report.

Victoria's Secret Fashion Show Set for Comeback After 6-Year Hiatus

The popular annual runway show from Victoria's Secret, featuring supermodels with jewel-encrusted bras and angel wings, will be back this fall season after a gap of nearly six years.

Alabama Court Revives Question About When Life Begins

Abortion opponents have made their case arguing for the life of the unborn.

Monet Painting Fetches $35 Million at New York Auction

A Monet sold for nearly $35 million at auction Wednesday evening, Sotheby's said, marking a solid start to New York's spring art sales.

Second Trump Presidency Would Target IEA's Green Focus, Advisers Say

Donald Trump would likely push to replace the head of the International Energy Agency if he wins the presidential election to shift the energy watchdog's focus back to maximizing fossil fuel output instead of fighting climate change, according to people familiar.

Key Trump Witness Michael Cohen Pressed on His Crimes and Lies

With New York prosecutors' case against Donald Trump barreling toward its end, defense lawyers pressed former attorney Michael Cohen on his criminal history and past lies Thursday as they worked to persuade jurors not to believe the star witness.

'Teachers Don't Lie' Campaign Aims to Protect Educators of Faith

Jessica Tapia, a former high school physical education teacher in California, wants to ensure that no other public school teachers are terminated from their jobs over their religious beliefs.

Ipsos Poll: War on Hamas Costing Biden Votes 'Left, Right, and Center'

Democrats are deeply divided over President Joe Biden's handling of both the war in Gaza and the U.S. campus protests against it, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll found, fraying the coalition that he relied on four years ago to defeat Republican Donald Trump.

US Soldier Held in Russia Pleads Guilty to Theft

Gordon Black, a U.S. soldier being held in the Russian city of Vladivostok, has pleaded guilty to theft charges and is cooperating with investigators, Russia's RIA state news agencies reported Thursday.

Capitol Police Find Baggie of Cocaine on Floor at D.C. HQ

U.S. Capitol Police said Wednesday a zip-close baggie containing a small amount of cocaine was found on the floor in a hallway of its Washington, D.C., headquarters.

Scratched Preakness Favorite Boosts Derby Champ Mystik Dan

Preakness favorite Muth is out of Saturday's race after spiking a fever, trainer Bob Baffert said Wednesday.

Tom Brady Regrets Netflix Roast's Impact on Family

Former NFL star quarterback Tom Brady said that jokes made at his expense during a Netflix roast had a profound impact on his children, prompting him to reconsider participating in such events in the future.

Feds Halt Funding for Wuhan-Linked Organization

The Department of Health and Human Services announced it will suspend federal funding for a research organization, saying it misled government agencies on its taxpayer-funded research project, the Washington Examiner reported.

House Passes FAA Bill Addressing Aircraft Safety, Refund Rights

Congress gave final approval Wednesday to a $105 billion bill designed to increase the number of air traffic controllers, add more safety inspectors at aircraft factories, and require airlines to automatically pay refunds to travelers whose flights are canceled or...

Aging Texas Bridge Closed After Barge Strike

The U.S. Coast Guard closed the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway on Wednesday to deal with an oil spill coming from a barge that broke loose in Texas and hit the Pelican Island Causeway Bridge linking Pelican Island to Galveston, causing a piece of the structure to fall.

House Oversight Subcommittee Seeks Cassidy Hutchinson Documents

A Republican-led House committee examining the select committee that investigated Jan. 6, 2021, sent a letter Wednesday requesting documents to the latter panel's key witness Cassidy Hutchinson.

Border Crossings Slowing With Help From Mexico

U.S. Border crossings are slowing with help from Mexico, reports NBC News. More than 280,000 migrants have been stopped inside Mexico this year, compared with roughly 100,000 last year.

Rasmussen Poll: Only 28 Percent Say Media Covers Important Issues Well

Only 28% of voters rate the national news media as doing a good or excellent job covering the most important issues, inflation and illegal immigration, while 46% give the media a poor rating.

Pentagon: Navy to Help Defend Gaza Aid Pier

The Navy will help defend the pier being built by the U.S. military to deliver aid to Palestinian civilians in Gaza, the Pentagon announced, according to Military.com.

White House Pushes Dems to Vote No on Israel Resolution

The White House wants Democrats in the House to vote against a Republican bill denouncing President Joe Biden for withholding weapons from Israel.

Netanyahu: Israel 'Not a Vassal State of the United States'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu this week pushed back against President Joe Biden's warnings that an attack on the city of Rafah would be crossing a "red line" for the United States.

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem Banned From 7th Native Tribe

South Dakota GOP Gov. Kristi Noem has now been banned from seven Native American tribes in her state.The Crow Creek Sioux Tribe, in central South Dakota, announced Tuesday they banning her from their reservation.

Migrants in NYPD Attack Offered Plea Deals

Six migrants charged with attacking New York City police officers in January were offered plea deals on Tuesday, the New York Post reported.

NYC Mayor: Hire Migrants, 'Excellent Swimmers,' as Lifeguards

New York Mayor Eric Adams said he has a solution to the city's lifeguard shortage: Hire immigrants since "they are excellent swimmers."

Opening Statements Set in Sen. Bob Menendez's Trial

The bribery trial of Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., is ready to start with opening statements Wednesday as prosecutors seek to convince a jury the longtime powerful Democrat was willing to sell his influence to benefit three businessmen.

Shohei Ohtani's Fmr Interpreter in Court Ahead of Plea Deal

Ippei Mizuhara, who previously served as Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani's interpreter, pleaded not guilty to bank and tax fraud Tuesday, doing so as a formality with negotiations with federal prosecutors looming.

Jimmy Carter's Grandson: Former President 'Coming to the End'

Former President Jimmy Carter is "coming to the end," according to his grandson.

Miniature Poodle Sage Wins Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

A miniature poodle named Sage won the top prize Tuesday night at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show, in what veteran handler Kaz Hosaka said would be his final time at the United States' most prestigious canine event.

Alternative Groups Offer Choice With Boy Scouts' Name Change

The acceptance of girls, the admission of adult homosexuals and now changing the name of the Boys Scouts to Scouting America to be more "inclusive" is a Rubicon for many parents in terms of their sons' upbringing.

China: 'Bullying' Tariff Hike Shows Biden, US 'Losing Their Minds'

A U.S. move to raise tariffs on Chinese goods is a sign of weakness, not of strength, and shows that some in the United States may be "losing their minds," China's foreign minister said Wednesday, in unusually blunt comments.

Ipsos Poll: Trump, Biden in Nationwide Dead Heat

President Joe Biden and Republican challenger Donald Trump are tied in the race to win the November presidential election, as Trump fights criminal prosecution and Biden weathers criticism over his support for Israel's war against Hamas terrorists.

Telehealth Spurs Rise in Abortions Despite State Bans

The number of abortions in the United States has continued to increase over the past 18 months, defying expectations following the Supreme Court's decision to end federal protection for abortion rights, NPR reported.

Wing of Trump's Plane Hit Corporate Jet at West Palm Beach Airport

The wing of former President Donald Trump's plane, a Boeing 757, hit a corporate jet while taxiing at West Palm Beach International Airport in Florida on Sunday, a source familiar with the incident said on Tuesday.

Pickup Driver Who Hit Bus in Fla., Killing 8, Is Arrested on DUI Charge

The Florida Highway Patrol has arrested the driver of a pickup truck that crashed into a farmworker bus early Tuesday, killing eight, on charges of driving under the influence-manslaughter.Bryan Maclean Howard, 41, faces eight counts of DUI-Manslaughter, the FHP said in a...

Wing of Trump's Plane Hit Corporate Jet at West Palm Beach Airport: Source

The wing of former U.S. President Donald Trump's plane, a Boeing 757, hit a corporate jet while taxiing at West Palm Beach International Airport in Florida on Sunday, a source familiar with the incident said on Tuesday.The Federal Aviation Administration said in a statement...

Texas University: DEI Ban Cost Hundreds of Jobs, Programs

Texas universities eliminated or changed hundreds of jobs in recent months in response to one of the nation's most sweeping bans on diversity programs on college campuses, school officials told lawmakers Tuesday.

Student Loan Interest Rates Highest in Over 10 Years

The U.S. Department of Education announced Tuesday that the interest rates on federally backed student loans will increase to 6.53% for the 2024-2025 academic year.

US Ups Making Bombs to Hit Underground Nuke Facilities

The U.S. is expanding an Army ammunition plant in southeast Oklahoma to triple monthly production of the US's biggest non-nuclear bomb, which could attack underground nuclear facilities in Iran or North Korea, Bloomberg reported.

Tenn. Governor OKs Death Penalty for Child Rape Convictions

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has approved legislation allowing the death penalty in child rape convictions, a change the Republican-controlled Statehouse championed amid concerns that the U.S. Supreme Court has banned capital punishment in such cases.Lee, a Republican, quietly...

Senate to Vote on Resolution on Treasury's COVID Fund Spending

The Senate is scheduled to vote on a disapproval resolution Wednesday aimed at the Treasury Department's redefining of the original intention of Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF) and the misuse of the recovery money.

Ben Carson Favors Federal Abortion Ban

Dr. Ben Carson, who has been mentioned as a potential running mate for presumptive Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, called for a federal ban on abortion.

States Sue Over EEOC Policy on Transgender Workers

A group of Republican-led U.S. states filed a lawsuit seeking to block the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission from enforcing broad legal protections for transgender workers.

FBI Warns Terrorists May Target June Pride Events

The FBI and Department of Homeland Security issued a warning on Monday about foreign terrorist organizations (FTO) potentially targeting LGBTQ events during Pride Month.

8 Dead in Central Florida Bus Accident

A bus carrying farmworkers in central Florida overturned on Tuesday, killing eight people and injuring about 40 other passengers, authorities said.

Harvard Reaches Truce With Israel Protesters

Harvard University and student protesters announced early Tuesday that they had negotiated an end to a pro-Palestinian encampment in Harvard Yard, The New York Times reported. "The apparently peaceful outcome is one that has eluded many other campuses where officials have...

Cohen: Discussed My Stormy Payment at WH

Donald Trump's former fixer Michael Cohen told jurors on Tuesday about an Oval Office meeting in which the then-U.S. president confirmed a plan to reimburse Cohen secretly for a hush money payment to a porn actor.

Sen. Rick Scott: Biden Turned Back on 'Hardworking Americans'

Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., blasted the latest inflation figures and charged President Joe Biden "doesn't care about hardworking Americans." Scott's comments came after the release of the latest U.S. producer price index.

Pro-life Activist Lauren Handy Sentenced to 4 Years

A pro-life advocate found guilty of illegally blockading an abortion clinic was sentenced Tuesday to federal prison.

Trump: Tariffs Needed on All Chinese Goods

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said on Tuesday the Biden administration's new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, semiconductors and medical products should be applied to other types of vehicles and products.

Study: US Faces 'Unprecedented' Fentanyl Crisis

Law enforcement officers seized more than 115 million pills containing illicit fentanyl last year, compared to over 71 million in 2022, according to a new study.

Feds Want Steve Bannon to Begin Jail Time

Federal prosecutors on Tuesday asked that former President Donald Trump's ex-adviser Steve Bannon begin his four-month prison sentence for contempt of Congress.

Turley: Michael Cohen Offers No New Evidence

Donald Trump's former attorney Michael Cohen said nothing to implicate the former president in an illegal act during testimony Monday in the Manhattan criminal trial, respected law professor Jonathan Turley said.

Blinken on Unannounced Ukraine Visit: Aid Is 'on the Way'

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Tuesday that American military aid on its way to Ukraine will make a "real difference" on the battlefield, as the top diplomat made an unannounced visit to reassure an ally facing a fierce new Russian offensive.

Walmart Axing Hundreds of Office Staff, Moving Others

Walmart is cutting hundreds of corporate jobs and asking most remote workers to move to offices, The Wall Street Journal reported.

Gov. DeSantis: Wife Casey Won't Seek Office

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis quashed rumors of his wife's political ambitions, asserting during a Monday press conference that Casey DeSantis has "zero" interest in running for office, citing her aversion to the "nonsense" of politics.

Border Charities' Spending Under Scrutiny

Taxpayer millions allocated to border crisis charities are being diverted to unconventional expenses like music therapy and "people-plant interactions" for migrants, alongside hefty salaries for staff, a recent report reveals, the New York Post reported.

Border Charities' Spending Under Scrutiny

Taxpayer millions allocated to border crisis charities are being diverted to unconventional expenses like music therapy and "people-plant interactions" for migrants, alongside hefty salaries for staff, a recent report reveals, the N.Y. Post reported.

Columbia Grads in Anti-Israel Protest Wear Zip Ties, Rip Diplomas

Columbia University graduates made a bold statement during the Ivy League institution's commencement last week, as they donned zip-tie handcuffs, waved pro-Palestinian signs, and even tore up diplomas on stage in protest, the New York Post reported.

GOP AGs Sue WH, Calif. Over Rules on Gas-Powered Trucks

A large group of Republican attorneys general on Monday took legal action against the Biden administration and California over new emissions limits for trucks.Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers is leading the group of GOP attorneys general who filed a petition with the...

UNC Board Slashes Diversity Program Funding in Favor of Public Safety Resources

As North Carolina's public university system considers a vote on changing its diversity policy, the system's flagship university board voted Monday to cut funding for diversity programs in next year's budget.

UNC Board Slashes Diversity Program Funding in Favor of Public Safety Resources

As North Carolina's public university system considers a vote on changing its diversity policy, the system's flagship university board voted Monday to cut funding for diversity programs in next year's budget.The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Board of Trustees...

Christian Group: Qatari Dark Money Behind Campus Uprisings

The head of a non-governmental Christian organization warned Monday of a direct link between the anti-Israel and antisemitic uprisings on college campuses to the billions of dollars of dark money being funneled from the government of Qatar.

Columbia Grads in Anti-Israel Protest Wear Zip Ties, Rip Diplomas

Columbia University graduates made a bold statement during the Ivy League institution's commencement last week, as they donned zip-tie handcuffs, waved pro-Palestinian signs, and even tore up diplomas on stage in protest, the N.Y. Post reported.

Man Pleads Guilty to Driving Truck Into White House Fence

A 20-year-old man from Missouri pleaded guilty on Monday to crashing a rented truck into a White House fence in a quixotic bid to "seize political power."Sai Varshith Kandula drove a U-haul truck into a fence surrounding the White House in May of last year.Kandula was...

Army Major Resigns Over US Support for Israel

A U.S. Army officer in the Pentagon's Defense Intelligence Agency resigned in protest of the Biden administration's support for Israel's war against Iranian-backed Hamas terrorists in the Gaza Strip.

Restaurant CEO: Low-Income Customers Cutting Back

Low-income restaurant customers are "more aggressively" controlling how much money they spend when dining out, according to the head of a restaurant company that owns some of the world's leading brands.

Fed Study: Corporate Greed Not to Blame for Inflation

Corporate price gouging has not been a primary driver of U.S. inflation, according to research published Monday by economists at the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco.

Collapsed Baltimore Bridge to Be Blasted to Pieces

U.S. crews in Baltimore plan to set off controlled explosions on Monday to allow them to remove a portion of the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge from the bow of the massive container ship that toppled the span in March.

Fleitz to Newsmax: 'Dangerous' for US to Deny Israel Intelligence

Former CIA analyst Fred Fleitz told Newsmax on Monday that it's "dangerous" for the United States to withhold intelligence from Israel because the U.S. relies "heavily" on information the Jewish state provides.

Wisconsin Liberals Weigh Lift of Ballot Box Ban

Liberal justices who control the Wisconsin Supreme Court showed signs Monday of being willing to overturn a ruling that all but eliminated the use of absentee ballot drop boxes in the swing state.

Melinda Gates to Step Down as Co-chair of Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

Melinda French Gates will step down as co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the nonprofit she and her ex-husband Bill Gates founded and built into one of the world's largest philanthropic organizations over the past 20 years.

Federal Judge Tosses Biden Admin's Effort to Stop Media Censorship Lawsuit

A lawsuit that claims the State Department unlawfully used "censorship enterprises that target the American press" — favoring left-leaning media outlets over conservative news sites — is moving ahead after a federal judge rejected the Biden administration’s attempt to dismiss the case.

House Armed Services Committee's Timeline Raises Concerns

House Armed Services Committee leaders will reportedly skip subcommittee markups for sections of the annual defense authorization bill - triggering worries about less public transparency.

Yellen: Biden Bracing for Chinese Response to Tariffs

The United States could see a significant response from China following any U.S. tariff actions, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Monday ahead of expected new tariffs targeting certain sectors this week.

Airlines Sue Biden Admin Over Fee Disclosure Rule

Major U.S. airlines are suing the U.S. Transportation Department over a new rule requiring upfront disclosure of airline fees, the latest clash between air carriers and the Biden administration.

Michael Cohen Testifying at Trump Trial

Donald Trump's estranged former attorney Michael Cohen began testifying on Monday at the former president's criminal trial, where he was expected to tell jurors that he helped Trump illegally hide a payment to silence a porn star who said they had a sexual encounter.

Musk Slams 'Insane' Canada Law to Stop Online Hate

Elon Musk has slammed an "insane" online hate speech bill crawling its way through the Canadian Parliament which could see offenders slapped with up to $50,000 in fines or even a life sentence in prison.