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Witkoff Meets Putin Envoy in the US as Trump Grows Impatient

Witkoff Meets Putin Envoy in the US as Trump Grows Impatient

US special envoy Steve Witkoff and a Russian negotiator met on Wednesday and Thursday in Washington, days after US President Donal...

Japan’s Ishiba Calls Tariffs ‘National Crisis’ as Markets Spasm

Japan’s Ishiba Calls Tariffs ‘National Crisis’ as Markets Spasm

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba said he would seek a meeting with President Donald Trump to tackle what he called a “nation...

States sue to block Trump's election order, saying it violates the Constitution

States sue to block Trump's election order, saying it violates the Constitution

Democratic officials in 19 states are suing over President Donald Trump’s attempt to reshape elections across the U.S., calling it...

Trump backs remote voting for new parents amid House GOP impasse

Trump backs remote voting for new parents amid House GOP impasse

The initiative backed by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna and publicly opposed by Speaker Mike Johnson has split House Republicans and broug...

Ex-prosecutors raise alarm over Trump loyalist tapped for key U.S. attorney post

Ex-prosecutors raise alarm over Trump loyalist tapped for key U.S. attorney post

WASHINGTON — Former federal prosecutors and outside organizations raised alarms this week over the nomination of Ed Martin, the in...

How embrace of religion among Gen Z men may explain rightward shift

How embrace of religion among Gen Z men may explain rightward shift

For the first time in modern American history, more young men than women are claiming religious affiliation. NBC News’ Morgan Radf...

Trump supports proxy voting for new moms in Congress: ‘I don’t know why it’s controversial’

Trump supports proxy voting for new moms in Congress: ‘I don’t know why it’s controversial’

“I'm gonna let the speaker make the decision, but I like the idea of being able to – if you're having a baby, I think you should b...

Trump admin sets terms for Harvard to address antisemitism to avoid losing billions in taxpayer dollars

Trump admin sets terms for Harvard to address antisemitism to avoid losing billions in taxpayer dollars

The Trump administration lays out its demands for Harvard to combat antisemitism in order to keep receiving federal funding, inclu...

Republicans charge ahead on Trump budget, setting up marathon Senate votes

Republicans charge ahead on Trump budget, setting up marathon Senate votes

Republicans in the Senate started the process for passing a new version of President Donald Trump's budget to tackle the southern ...

Tariffs rollout beset by confusion, uncertainty and mixed messages

Tariffs rollout beset by confusion, uncertainty and mixed messages

Trump has fulfilled a campaign promise to unleash sweeping tariffs, which has sparked fears of a global trade war and prompted a q...

Senate Republicans vote to advance a massive budget blueprint for Trump's agenda

Senate Republicans vote to advance a massive budget blueprint for Trump's agenda

The Republican-led Senate voted 52-48 on Thursday to begin debate on a budget blueprint for a multitrillion-dollar package to pass...

It’s still a ‘mystery’ who came up with President Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariff formula

It’s still a ‘mystery’ who came up with President Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariff formula

But at the heart of the decision-making is Trump himself — who has agitated for tough tariffs for more than 40 years.

Trump wants Musk to stay with administration, says DOGE found something 'horrible' today

Trump wants Musk to stay with administration, says DOGE found something 'horrible' today

President Donald Trump said he wants Elon Musk to stay on his team "as long as possible" during a conversation with reporters Thur...

Judge Blocks H.H.S. From Terminating $11 Billion in Public Health Grants

Judge Blocks H.H.S. From Terminating $11 Billion in Public Health Grants

A coalition of states sued over the Trump administration’s unexpected move to cut off the funds, which they said imperiled everyth...

Why Trump isn’t keen on Amazon being involved in US’ TikTok deal

Why Trump isn’t keen on Amazon being involved in US’ TikTok deal

I know what you're saying, hasn’t The Donald and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos patched things up?

California, other states sue Trump administration to block order on voting overhaul

California, other states sue Trump administration to block order on voting overhaul

California and a coalition of other states sued President Trump Thursday over his recent order purporting to radically reshape vot...

Trump unveils $5 million ‘gold card’ for rich migrants emblazoned with his image

Trump unveils $5 million ‘gold card’ for rich migrants emblazoned with his image

President Trump proudly showed off the design of his administration's new $5 million "gold card" to reporters aboard Air Force One...

Trump’s Tariffs Follow Anger Over Trade Imbalances and Lost Manufacturing Jobs

Trump’s Tariffs Follow Anger Over Trade Imbalances and Lost Manufacturing Jobs

Economists and legal experts question how the strongest economy in the world can be facing a national emergency over the trade def...

Trump's new tariffs will hit lower-income households the hardest

Trump's new tariffs will hit lower-income households the hardest

The ripple effects of President Donald Trump’s new wave of sweeping tariffs announced this week will be felt the most by lower-inc...

Judge Boasberg poised to hold Trump admin in contempt, takes down names of DHS officials: 'Pretty sketchy'

Judge Boasberg poised to hold Trump admin in contempt, takes down names of DHS officials: 'Pretty sketchy'

A federal judge is scrutinizing whether the Trump administration defied a court order to deport Venezuelans, raising the possibili...

Jon Stewart slammed for suggesting Germany may go back to Nazism without US influence

Jon Stewart slammed for suggesting Germany may go back to Nazism without US influence

"The Daily Show" host Jon Stewart was called out for suggesting that Germany would revert to Nazism without the military influence...

Trump Administration Probably Violated Court Order on Deportations, Judge Says

Trump Administration Probably Violated Court Order on Deportations, Judge Says

The judge, James E. Boasberg, said he was likely to wait until next week to rule on whether the White House was in contempt of cou...

With TikTok Deadline Looming, Details of a Potential Deal Emerge

With TikTok Deadline Looming, Details of a Potential Deal Emerge

The video app is barreling toward a Saturday deadline to change its ownership under federal law or face a ban in the United States...

House Speaker Mike Johnson’s Chief of Staff Hayden Haynes pleads not guilty to DUI charges

House Speaker Mike Johnson’s Chief of Staff Hayden Haynes pleads not guilty to DUI charges

Capitol Police arrested Hayden Haynes on March 4, about 45 minutes after the president’s address concluded, after he backed his Te...

Congress tries to restrain Trump on tariffs: From the Politics Desk

Congress tries to restrain Trump on tariffs: From the Politics Desk

In today’s edition, our Capitol Hill team explores how Republicans are joining with Democrats in efforts to check President Donald...

Why Did Trump Impose Tariffs, and What’s Next? Everything to Know.

Why Did Trump Impose Tariffs, and What’s Next? Everything to Know.

The president announced sweeping tariffs on Wednesday in an effort to reset global trading relationships. Here’s what you need to ...

Mel Gibson’s Gun Rights to Be Restored by Justice Dept.

Mel Gibson’s Gun Rights to Be Restored by Justice Dept.

People familiar with the decision said Mr. Gibson, a supporter of President Trump, would be among 10 people with convictions to ge...

Trump Says He Thinks Iran Will Accept Direct Nuclear Talks

Trump Says He Thinks Iran Will Accept Direct Nuclear Talks

US President Donald Trump said he believed Iran was willing to engage in direct talks over its nuclear program, a day after Tehran...

Pentagon Will Review Pete Hegseth’s Signal Use

Pentagon Will Review Pete Hegseth’s Signal Use

The review started in response to a joint bipartisan request last week from leaders of the Senate Armed Services Committee.

Confusion reigns Trump's tariffs trigger biggest change to global trade in a century

Confusion reigns Trump's tariffs trigger biggest change to global trade in a century

The Trump administration's roll-out of sweeping global tariffs tariffs has prompted urgent questions about how the new taxes were ...

Trump’s Pick to Argue at Supreme Court Made His Career in Culture Wars

Trump’s Pick to Argue at Supreme Court Made His Career in Culture Wars

President Trump’s choice for solicitor general, D. John Sauer, has long pushed for restrictions on abortion and access to contrace...

Trump’s tariffs are a ‘negotiating tool’ and won’t be in effect ‘long term’: Republican lawmaker

Trump’s tariffs are a ‘negotiating tool’ and won’t be in effect ‘long term’: Republican lawmaker

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) says he believes President Trump’s tariffs could be an “effective negotiating tool.” Rep. Lawler also di...

Senate confirms Dr. Oz to oversee Medicare and Medicaid

Senate confirms Dr. Oz to oversee Medicare and Medicaid

The former TV host has secured the votes needed to lead CMS.

Chris Pappas Jumps Into 2026 Senate Race in New Hampshire

Chris Pappas Jumps Into 2026 Senate Race in New Hampshire

Mr. Pappas, a 44-year-old Democratic congressman, is the first major candidate to enter the race to succeed the retiring Senator J...

Trump’s De Minimis Order Could Raise Costs on Clothes and Goods From China

Trump’s De Minimis Order Could Raise Costs on Clothes and Goods From China

The loophole has allowed retailers to send goods from China directly to U.S. shoppers without paying tariffs. Closing it could rai...

Here’s a closer look at Trump’s tariff plan: What to know about the new duties

Here’s a closer look at Trump’s tariff plan: What to know about the new duties

Trump unveiled the new tariffs in a ceremony at the White House’s Rose Garden on Wednesday for a "Make America Wealthy Again" even...

Senate GOP’s blueprint for Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ agenda includes tax cuts, border security and more — here’s what’s inside

Senate GOP’s blueprint for Trump’s ‘big, beautiful’ agenda includes tax cuts, border security and more — here’s what’s inside

Senate Republicans are poised to kick off the voting process for advancing the blueprint on President Trump's "big, beautiful" age...

Whoopi Goldberg signs off ‘The View’ with call to anti-Trump ‘resistance’

Whoopi Goldberg signs off ‘The View’ with call to anti-Trump ‘resistance’

"The View" co-host Whoopi Goldberg signed off Thursday's show by rallying the movement resisting President Donald Trump.

Dr. Oz becomes next head of Medicare and Medicaid Services following approval from full Senate

Dr. Oz becomes next head of Medicare and Medicaid Services following approval from full Senate

Dr. Mehmet Oz was confirmed by the full Senate Thursday afternoon to be the next head of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Ser...

Oil Producers Follow Trump’s Tariffs With a Surprise Increase

Oil Producers Follow Trump’s Tariffs With a Surprise Increase

Saudi Arabia and other members of the OPEC Plus group accelerated their program to put more oil on the market, adding to a sharp f...

Russia calls Trump threats to bomb Iran ‘illegal and unacceptable’

Russia calls Trump threats to bomb Iran ‘illegal and unacceptable’

Trump has warned there could be direct conflict if Iran doesn’t halt its nuclear program.

The Senate's next moves to pass Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

The Senate's next moves to pass Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

The House and Senate are a long way from approving President Donald Trump’s "big, beautiful bill" to cut spending and slash taxes....

Pentagon inspector general to investigate Pete Hegseth's role in Signal chat leak

Pentagon inspector general to investigate Pete Hegseth's role in Signal chat leak

The Pentagon's internal watchdog notified the defense secretary of a probe into whether he shared classified information last mont...

Trump confirms National Security Council firings as Waltz's Signal chat woes snowball

Trump confirms National Security Council firings as Waltz's Signal chat woes snowball

President Donald Trump confirmed that multiple employees within the National Security Council were fired Thursday, adding to Natio...

Musk's political baggage: Polls show Americans sour on Trump's most visible advisor

Musk's political baggage: Polls show Americans sour on Trump's most visible advisor

Recent polls shows Elon Musk's approval ratings at a low mark as DOGE faces public backlash over federal cuts and efforts to elect...

Bipartisan senators' bill would require Congress to approve new tariffs

Bipartisan senators' bill would require Congress to approve new tariffs

Sens. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, and Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., introduced the Trade Review Act of 2025 after President Donald Trump's ...

Republicans weigh using the power of Congress to rein in Trump on tariffs

Republicans weigh using the power of Congress to rein in Trump on tariffs

The fallout from President Donald Trump's aggressive tariffs has spurred Congress into action, with a growing number of Republican...

Pentagon watchdog launches probe of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over Signalgate leak

Pentagon watchdog launches probe of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over Signalgate leak

The Pentagon’s official watchdog revealed Thursday that it is conducting an investigation into Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s ro...

Why Russia was left off Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs list

Why Russia was left off Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs list

The Kremlin was among a handful of countries noticeably exempt from Trump's decision to slap a 10% baseline tariff on all imports ...

Alina Habba wins bid to drop foreign bribery case citing Trump EO — after judge refused pause

Alina Habba wins bid to drop foreign bribery case citing Trump EO — after judge refused pause

The bribery case dismissed Thursday was brought in 2019 against two executives at Teaneck, NJ-based technology outsourcing company...

Kennedy Center cancels LGBTQ+ Pride events to align with new...

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Kennedy Center cancels LGBTQ+ Pride events to align with new priorities after Trump fired center's leadership

John James launches bid for Michigan governor

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John James launches bid for Michigan governor

GOP lawmakers rally around Trump admin for massive nightclub...

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GOP lawmakers rally around Trump admin for massive nightclub raid targeting illegal immigrants

Below Deck's Johnny Gets Aggressive After Seeing Alesia in W...

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Below Deck's Johnny Gets Aggressive After Seeing Alesia in Wihan's Bed

WATCH: Red state gov urges firearms makers to ditch Colorado...

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WATCH: Red state gov urges firearms makers to ditch Colorado amid its anti-gun push

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