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Trump ha brindado a los líderes del sector tecnológico un amplio acceso a la Casa Blanca y a formar parte de consejos asesores.
Why it matters: Trump ha brindado a los líderes del sector tecnológico un amplio acceso a la Casa Blanca y a formar parte de consejos asesores.
“Shari Redstone was diagnosed with thyroid cancer earlier this spring,” her spokeswoman Molly Morse said late Thursday.
Why it matters: “Shari Redstone was diagnosed with thyroid cancer earlier this spring,” her spokeswoman Molly Morse said late Thursday.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
Why it matters: The public stake is whether people can see how money, access, procedure, or official authority changes incentives before the outcome is treated as settled.
President Trump is again pushing aggressive language toward Cuba, and the old U.S.-Cuba conflict is back in focus.
Why it matters: President Trump is again pushing aggressive language toward Cuba, and the old U.S.-Cuba conflict is back in focus.
Rep. Jamie Raskin said he hopes a recent White House-related shooting will become a turning point in the fight over DHS funding.
Why it matters: Rep. Jamie Raskin said he hopes a recent White House-related shooting will become a turning point in the fight over DHS funding.
Houston police fired Officer Ashley Gonzalez after a racist social media rant drew public outrage.
Why it matters: Houston police fired Officer Ashley Gonzalez after a racist social media rant drew public outrage.
A viral X post falsely claimed San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins threatened to arrest Hasan Piker.
Why it matters: A viral X post falsely claimed San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins threatened to arrest Hasan Piker.
Michigan Republicans are pressing Jocelyn Benson over her past ties to the Southern Poverty Law Center after a DOJ indictment put the group under fire.
Why it matters: Michigan Republicans are pressing Jocelyn Benson over her past ties to the Southern Poverty Law Center after a DOJ indictment put the group under fire.
Florida is heading into a redistricting fight that could change who controls the U.S. House. The real issue is not just lines on a map; it is whether state power gets used to lock in a partisan edge.
Why it matters: Florida is heading into a redistricting fight that could change who controls the U.S. House. The real issue is not just lines on a map; it is whether state power gets used to lock in a partisan edge.
The Republican National Committee says it can still beat the odds and keep Congress in GOP hands.
Why it matters: The Republican National Committee says it can still beat the odds and keep Congress in GOP hands.
Democrats are signaling they will match Republican-led redistricting moves with a fight of their own ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Why it matters: Democrats are signaling they will match Republican-led redistricting moves with a fight of their own ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Farmers in the Mississippi Delta say tariffs, fertilizer prices, and fuel costs are pushing their operations to the edge.
Why it matters: Farmers in the Mississippi Delta say tariffs, fertilizer prices, and fuel costs are pushing their operations to the edge.
Some Planned Parenthood clinics are adding Botox and other cosmetic services after federal Medicaid cuts squeezed their budgets.
Why it matters: Some Planned Parenthood clinics are adding Botox and other cosmetic services after federal Medicaid cuts squeezed their budgets.
The Justice Department wants a new rule that could let it step into state bar investigations of its own lawyers.
Why it matters: The Justice Department wants a new rule that could let it step into state bar investigations of its own lawyers.
International flights have resumed at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport after weeks of war disruption.
Why it matters: International flights have resumed at Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport after weeks of war disruption.
The White House planned a Pakistan trip to push ceasefire talks with Iran, then Trump called it off.
Why it matters: The White House planned a Pakistan trip to push ceasefire talks with Iran, then Trump called it off.
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna is calling for a pardon for a Special Forces soldier accused of betting on his own mission to help capture Nicolás Maduro.
Why it matters: Rep. Anna Paulina Luna is calling for a pardon for a Special Forces soldier accused of betting on his own mission to help capture Nicolás Maduro.
Trump says the planned trip by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan has been canceled as hopes for Iran peace talks fade.
Why it matters: Trump says the planned trip by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan has been canceled as hopes for Iran peace talks fade.
Arizona has sued to block a proposed ICE detention facility near a site with chemical hazards.
Why it matters: Arizona has sued to block a proposed ICE detention facility near a site with chemical hazards.
Trump canceled a planned trip by U.S. envoys to Pakistan for talks with Iran and said Washington has “all the cards.” The decision matters because it can shift the pace of U.S.-Iran diplomacy with one order from the White House.
Why it matters: Trump canceled a planned trip by U.S. envoys to Pakistan for talks with Iran and said Washington has “all the cards.” The decision matters because it can shift the pace of U.S.-Iran diplomacy with one order from the White House.
A family that spent 10 months in U.S. immigration detention was re-arrested hours after returning home.
Why it matters: A family that spent 10 months in U.S. immigration detention was re-arrested hours after returning home.
Georgia has declared a state of emergency as two wildfires in the southeast of the state destroyed dozens of homes.
Why it matters: Georgia has declared a state of emergency as two wildfires in the southeast of the state destroyed dozens of homes.
Five U.S. lawmakers have died in just 14 months, and the losses are fueling a new fight over age limits in Congress.
Why it matters: Five U.S. lawmakers have died in just 14 months, and the losses are fueling a new fight over age limits in Congress.
Trump said he wants to renovate the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and change its color on the National Mall.
Why it matters: Trump said he wants to renovate the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and change its color on the National Mall.
President Trump said he is weighing a taxpayer-funded takeover of Spirit Airlines, with a plan to resell it later for what he calls “the right price.”
Why it matters: President Trump said he is weighing a taxpayer-funded takeover of Spirit Airlines, with a plan to resell it later for what he calls “the right price.”
Trump extended the Iran ceasefire after a late appeal from Pakistan’s top leadership.
Why it matters: Trump extended the Iran ceasefire after a late appeal from Pakistan’s top leadership.
A U.S. Navy sailor was injured while preparing for minesweeping in the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters: A U.S. Navy sailor was injured while preparing for minesweeping in the Strait of Hormuz.
The U.S. has reportedly burned through billions of dollars in critical weapons supplies during the Iran war.
Why it matters: The U.S. has reportedly burned through billions of dollars in critical weapons supplies during the Iran war.
Donald Trump is drawing heavy backlash in India and China over his rhetoric and foreign policy posture.
Why it matters: Donald Trump is drawing heavy backlash in India and China over his rhetoric and foreign policy posture.
President Trump is talking about possible federal help for Spirit Airlines.
Why it matters: President Trump is talking about possible federal help for Spirit Airlines.
A leaked Pentagon memo suggested the U.S. should reassess support for Britain’s Falklands claim because of disagreement over Iran.
Why it matters: A leaked Pentagon memo suggested the U.S. should reassess support for Britain’s Falklands claim because of disagreement over Iran.
Talk is growing that renewed U.S.-Iran negotiations could restart as Tehran’s foreign minister heads out on a regional trip.
Why it matters: Talk is growing that renewed U.S.-Iran negotiations could restart as Tehran’s foreign minister heads out on a regional trip.
EU leaders have agreed to prepare a blueprint for using their mutual assistance pact as Donald Trump attacks NATO and casts doubt on the alliance’s reliability.
Why it matters: EU leaders have agreed to prepare a blueprint for using their mutual assistance pact as Donald Trump attacks NATO and casts doubt on the alliance’s reliability.
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are heading to Pakistan as the U.S. pushes new Iran peace talks.
Why it matters: Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are heading to Pakistan as the U.S. pushes new Iran peace talks.
Russian oil exports are falling under pressure from Ukraine’s strikes on ports and refineries, even with a U.S. sanctions waiver in place.
Why it matters: Russian oil exports are falling under pressure from Ukraine’s strikes on ports and refineries, even with a U.S. sanctions waiver in place.
The White House has shifted from shock-and-awe strikes in Iran to a slower pressure campaign.
Why it matters: The White House has shifted from shock-and-awe strikes in Iran to a slower pressure campaign.
Georgia prosecutors say a grand jury has indicted three alleged protesters in a firebombing tied to the Atlanta police training center controversy.
Why it matters: Georgia prosecutors say a grand jury has indicted three alleged protesters in a firebombing tied to the Atlanta police training center controversy.
Maine’s governor vetoed a bill that would have made the state the first in the U.S. to freeze large new datacenters.
Why it matters: Maine’s governor vetoed a bill that would have made the state the first in the U.S. to freeze large new datacenters.
House Majority PAC has reserved $272 million in TV and digital ads, mostly aimed at Republican-held seats.
Why it matters: House Majority PAC has reserved $272 million in TV and digital ads, mostly aimed at Republican-held seats.
A defiant House Republican says Speaker Mike Johnson told him not to resign after the ousters of Reps. Swalwell and Gonzales.
Why it matters: A defiant House Republican says Speaker Mike Johnson told him not to resign after the ousters of Reps. Swalwell and Gonzales.
The White House is moving to reclassify medical marijuana as a Schedule III drug, a major federal shift with national ripple effects.
Why it matters: The White House is moving to reclassify medical marijuana as a Schedule III drug, a major federal shift with national ripple effects.
A possible Paramount-Warner deal could put CNN, HBO Max, and a huge pile of film and TV assets under one corporate roof.
Why it matters: A possible Paramount-Warner deal could put CNN, HBO Max, and a huge pile of film and TV assets under one corporate roof.
The White House is preparing to announce a deal with Regeneron that it says will help lower drug prices.
Why it matters: The White House is preparing to announce a deal with Regeneron that it says will help lower drug prices.
The Trump administration is considering increasing refugee admissions for white South Africans, according to reporting from The Independent.
Why it matters: The Trump administration is considering increasing refugee admissions for white South Africans, according to reporting from The Independent.
Amnesty International and U.S. civil rights groups have issued a World Cup travel advisory for the United States.
Why it matters: Amnesty International and U.S. civil rights groups have issued a World Cup travel advisory for the United States.
The Justice Department has announced fraud charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center over its investigations into extremist groups.
Why it matters: The Justice Department has announced fraud charges against the Southern Poverty Law Center over its investigations into extremist groups.
Iran’s leadership is under fresh pressure as truce talks with the U.S. open after joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.
Why it matters: Iran’s leadership is under fresh pressure as truce talks with the U.S. open after joint U.S.-Israeli strikes.
The Trump administration has extended the Iran ceasefire while U.S. pressure on Tehran keeps the region on edge.
Why it matters: The Trump administration has extended the Iran ceasefire while U.S. pressure on Tehran keeps the region on edge.
Virginia voters approved a redistricting measure that could reshape the state’s congressional map and help Democrats compete for up to four more House seats.
Why it matters: Virginia voters approved a redistricting measure that could reshape the state’s congressional map and help Democrats compete for up to four more House seats.
Anthropic’s new Mythos model has set off alarms because it appears unusually capable of finding cybersecurity weaknesses.
Why it matters: Anthropic’s new Mythos model has set off alarms because it appears unusually capable of finding cybersecurity weaknesses.
Iran’s UN ambassador has responded to President Trump’s announcement that the ceasefire would be extended.
Why it matters: Iran’s UN ambassador has responded to President Trump’s announcement that the ceasefire would be extended.
The war in Iran has burned through more than half of the U.S. stockpiles of Patriot and THAAD missiles.
Why it matters: The war in Iran has burned through more than half of the U.S. stockpiles of Patriot and THAAD missiles.
The U.S. Treasury blocked a shipment of nearly $500 million in U.S. banknotes tied to Iraq’s oil system, according to reporting on the move.
Why it matters: The U.S. Treasury blocked a shipment of nearly $500 million in U.S. banknotes tied to Iraq’s oil system, according to reporting on the move.
Democrats are treating Virginia’s redistricting win as a warning shot for Florida Republicans.
Why it matters: Democrats are treating Virginia’s redistricting win as a warning shot for Florida Republicans.
Michele Tafoya is using Minnesota’s 2020 unrest and a state fraud scandal to argue that Gov. Tim Walz failed the state.
Why it matters: Michele Tafoya is using Minnesota’s 2020 unrest and a state fraud scandal to argue that Gov. Tim Walz failed the state.
The fight between the U.S. and Iran has shifted into the Strait of Hormuz, where both sides are testing blockade power at sea.
Why it matters: The fight between the U.S. and Iran has shifted into the Strait of Hormuz, where both sides are testing blockade power at sea.
Across Virginia, Illinois, and Florida, the latest fights are not just about politicians or headlines; they are about who gets to set the rules.
Why it matters: Across Virginia, Illinois, and Florida, the latest fights are not just about politicians or headlines; they are about who gets to set the rules.
Insurers are pulling back coverage for popular obesity drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound, and millions of patients are getting squeezed.
Why it matters: Insurers are pulling back coverage for popular obesity drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound, and millions of patients are getting squeezed.
Iran appears to have held onto far more missile power than the Trump administration is saying out loud.
Why it matters: Iran appears to have held onto far more missile power than the Trump administration is saying out loud.
Mexico’s president says the federal government was not told that CIA officers were involved in a drug raid in Chihuahua.
Why it matters: Mexico’s president says the federal government was not told that CIA officers were involved in a drug raid in Chihuahua.
The Justice Department has accused the Southern Poverty Law Center of fraud, and the center is calling it a political attack.
Why it matters: The Justice Department has accused the Southern Poverty Law Center of fraud, and the center is calling it a political attack.
A state judge has blocked Virginia from using its newly approved congressional maps.
Why it matters: A state judge has blocked Virginia from using its newly approved congressional maps.
House Judiciary Democrats have formally asked FBI Director Kash Patel to fill out a standard alcohol screening questionnaire.
Why it matters: House Judiciary Democrats have formally asked FBI Director Kash Patel to fill out a standard alcohol screening questionnaire.
South American migrants deported to the Democratic Republic of the Congo say they are being pushed to give up and go home.
Why it matters: South American migrants deported to the Democratic Republic of the Congo say they are being pushed to give up and go home.
Virginia voters narrowly approved a redistricting measure after Northern Virginia carried it over the finish line.
Why it matters: Virginia voters narrowly approved a redistricting measure after Northern Virginia carried it over the finish line.
Former California Controller Betty Yee has dropped out of the governor’s race weeks before the June 2 primary.
Why it matters: Former California Controller Betty Yee has dropped out of the governor’s race weeks before the June 2 primary.
Virginia voters are being asked to weigh a redistricting plan that could shift congressional power.
Why it matters: Virginia voters are being asked to weigh a redistricting plan that could shift congressional power.
Trump’s “Board of Peace” is holding Gaza reconstruction talks with UAE logistics giant DP World.
Why it matters: Trump’s “Board of Peace” is holding Gaza reconstruction talks with UAE logistics giant DP World.
China has opened a massive new plasma mill that could help it make the ultra-fine powders used in advanced military and tech manufacturing.
Why it matters: China has opened a massive new plasma mill that could help it make the ultra-fine powders used in advanced military and tech manufacturing.
The U.S. pulled out of the Iran nuclear deal in 2018 and called it the “worst deal ever.” That decision blew up a major nuclear agreement and helped reset U.S.-Iran relations around pressure, threat, and escalation.
Why it matters: The U.S. pulled out of the Iran nuclear deal in 2018 and called it the “worst deal ever.” That decision blew up a major nuclear agreement and helped reset U.S.-Iran relations around pressure, threat, and escalation.
A community-made documentary in Watts is being used as a tool against gang violence and invisibility.
Why it matters: A community-made documentary in Watts is being used as a tool against gang violence and invisibility.
Volodymyr Zelensky says it is “disrespectful” that U.S. envoys have flown to Moscow several times but never visited Kyiv.
Why it matters: Volodymyr Zelensky says it is “disrespectful” that U.S. envoys have flown to Moscow several times but never visited Kyiv.
Donald Trump’s repeated attacks on NATO are forcing Europe to wonder how steady American power really is.
Why it matters: Donald Trump’s repeated attacks on NATO are forcing Europe to wonder how steady American power really is.
A Senate hearing put Kevin Warsh on the spot over whether he would follow President Trump's push for lower interest rates.
Why it matters: A Senate hearing put Kevin Warsh on the spot over whether he would follow President Trump's push for lower interest rates.
The U.S. Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center.
Why it matters: The U.S. Justice Department has opened a criminal investigation into the Southern Poverty Law Center.
Senate Republicans unveiled a budget resolution to start funding ICE and other immigration agencies without Democratic help.
Why it matters: Senate Republicans unveiled a budget resolution to start funding ICE and other immigration agencies without Democratic help.
A Florida congresswoman resigned as the House moved toward a possible expulsion vote while she faces a federal trial over alleged theft of disaster funds.
Why it matters: A Florida congresswoman resigned as the House moved toward a possible expulsion vote while she faces a federal trial over alleged theft of disaster funds.
The Supreme Court declined to hear a wrongful death case tied to Andrew Cuomo’s COVID-era nursing home policy.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court declined to hear a wrongful death case tied to Andrew Cuomo’s COVID-era nursing home policy.
Analilia Mejia has been sworn into the U.S. House after winning a special election in New Jersey's 11th District.
Why it matters: Analilia Mejia has been sworn into the U.S. House after winning a special election in New Jersey's 11th District.
Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick is resigning from Congress, creating a vacancy in the House.
Why it matters: Rep. Cherfilus-McCormick is resigning from Congress, creating a vacancy in the House.
Iran is still weighing whether to enter talks as the ceasefire window narrows, while Trump says it is time for negotiation.
Why it matters: Iran is still weighing whether to enter talks as the ceasefire window narrows, while Trump says it is time for negotiation.
The United States has frozen the Lunar Gateway, and Japan is now shifting its space plans around that decision.
Why it matters: The United States has frozen the Lunar Gateway, and Japan is now shifting its space plans around that decision.
Iran-backed Houthi forces are threatening a major Red Sea oil route while drone attacks against U.S. Navy vessels add another layer of danger in the Gulf.
Why it matters: Iran-backed Houthi forces are threatening a major Red Sea oil route while drone attacks against U.S. Navy vessels add another layer of danger in the Gulf.
Federal authorities have charged a Los Angeles woman with helping move weapons from Iran to Sudan.
Why it matters: Federal authorities have charged a Los Angeles woman with helping move weapons from Iran to Sudan.
The U.S. is watching Iran’s highly enriched uranium closely. That stockpile keeps the nuclear standoff alive and raises the stakes for U.S. policy.
Why it matters: The U.S. is watching Iran’s highly enriched uranium closely. That stockpile keeps the nuclear standoff alive and raises the stakes for U.S. policy.
The U.S. says it intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf and released video it says shows the mission.
Why it matters: The U.S. says it intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf and released video it says shows the mission.
The Iranian foreign ministry says the U.S. broke the ceasefire by seizing a shipment.
Why it matters: The Iranian foreign ministry says the U.S. broke the ceasefire by seizing a shipment.
FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over a story that questioned his conduct and reliability.
Why it matters: FBI Director Kash Patel has filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic over a story that questioned his conduct and reliability.
Trump says Israel did not talk him into war with Iran. That matters because it puts the decision squarely on the U.S. executive branch as the conflict strains support at home.
Why it matters: Trump says Israel did not talk him into war with Iran. That matters because it puts the decision squarely on the U.S. executive branch as the conflict strains support at home.
Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve is set to tell senators he will keep interest rates independent.
Why it matters: Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve is set to tell senators he will keep interest rates independent.
Cuba says it recently held talks in Havana with visiting U.S. officials while Washington keeps up pressure on the island.
Why it matters: Cuba says it recently held talks in Havana with visiting U.S. officials while Washington keeps up pressure on the island.
Virginia Democrats are under fire in the last stretch before a redistricting referendum that could reshape the state’s congressional map.
Why it matters: Virginia Democrats are under fire in the last stretch before a redistricting referendum that could reshape the state’s congressional map.
Texas Tech University says it will recognize only two sexes and freeze gender-related programs tied to sexual orientation and gender identity.
Why it matters: Texas Tech University says it will recognize only two sexes and freeze gender-related programs tied to sexual orientation and gender identity.
Iran says it does not plan to take part in U.S.-backed peace talks in Pakistan as the ceasefire clock runs down.
Why it matters: Iran says it does not plan to take part in U.S.-backed peace talks in Pakistan as the ceasefire clock runs down.
Amnesty International says the world’s human rights crisis is being driven from the top by strongman politics in the United States, Israel, and Russia.
Why it matters: Amnesty International says the world’s human rights crisis is being driven from the top by strongman politics in the United States, Israel, and Russia.
Former California state controller Betty Yee has left the governor’s race.
Why it matters: Former California state controller Betty Yee has left the governor’s race.
Virginia voters are facing a redistricting amendment that could temporarily reshape the state’s congressional map into a 10-1 Democratic advantage.
Why it matters: Virginia voters are facing a redistricting amendment that could temporarily reshape the state’s congressional map into a 10-1 Democratic advantage.
Iran's detention of Americans is still shaping the U.S. bargaining table, even as ceasefire talks with Tehran stall.
Why it matters: Iran's detention of Americans is still shaping the U.S. bargaining table, even as ceasefire talks with Tehran stall.
Rahm Emanuel is now calling for the U.S. to end military aid for Israel.
Why it matters: Rahm Emanuel is now calling for the U.S. to end military aid for Israel.
The U.S. government is backing a $50 million rare earths investment in South Africa to help reshape a supply chain dominated by China.
Why it matters: The U.S. government is backing a $50 million rare earths investment in South Africa to help reshape a supply chain dominated by China.
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will stay shut unless the U.S. lifts its pressure on Iranian ports.
Why it matters: Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will stay shut unless the U.S. lifts its pressure on Iranian ports.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly compared journalists to the Pharisees and called the press unpatriotic.
Why it matters: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly compared journalists to the Pharisees and called the press unpatriotic.
The U.S. ambassador to the U.N. says Washington will not trust Iran as peace talks move ahead.
Why it matters: The U.S. ambassador to the U.N. says Washington will not trust Iran as peace talks move ahead.
The U.S. says its Marines took custody of an Iranian-flagged vessel as Iran reportedly rejected peace talks and kept pressure on the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters: The U.S. says its Marines took custody of an Iranian-flagged vessel as Iran reportedly rejected peace talks and kept pressure on the Strait of Hormuz.
The White House kept Trump out of the situation room for much of the Iran rescue operation.
Why it matters: The White House kept Trump out of the situation room for much of the Iran rescue operation.
The U.S. says it struck and seized an Iranian tanker as tensions with Iran keep climbing.
Why it matters: The U.S. says it struck and seized an Iranian tanker as tensions with Iran keep climbing.
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial vessels, but its leaders are warning that the route could be threatened again if the U.S. blockade continues.
Why it matters: Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open to commercial vessels, but its leaders are warning that the route could be threatened again if the U.S. blockade continues.
JD Vance is reportedly working rich donor circles tied to Republican fundraising, including major pro-Israel megadonors.
Why it matters: JD Vance is reportedly working rich donor circles tied to Republican fundraising, including major pro-Israel megadonors.
The U.S. Treasury quietly extended a waiver on sanctions for Russian oil shipments to help ease shortages linked to the Iran war.
Why it matters: The U.S. Treasury quietly extended a waiver on sanctions for Russian oil shipments to help ease shortages linked to the Iran war.
Iranians are warning that pressure could rise again after U.S. and Israeli strikes stopped.
Why it matters: Iranians are warning that pressure could rise again after U.S. and Israeli strikes stopped.
Iran says it will keep the Strait of Hormuz closed again as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place.
Why it matters: Iran says it will keep the Strait of Hormuz closed again as long as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports remains in place.
The White House signed an executive order to expand federal research into psychedelics for mental health treatment.
Why it matters: The White House signed an executive order to expand federal research into psychedelics for mental health treatment.
A conservative attorney who helped try to overturn the 2020 election is being tapped to oversee a criminal investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan.
Why it matters: A conservative attorney who helped try to overturn the 2020 election is being tapped to oversee a criminal investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan.
A U.S. envoy is arguing that Israel’s policy toward Syria and Turkey is strategically counter-productive.
Why it matters: A U.S. envoy is arguing that Israel’s policy toward Syria and Turkey is strategically counter-productive.
An Ohio brass-instrument factory is shutting down, the FAA is scrambling to hire air traffic controllers, and war in the Middle East is reshaping U.S. oil flows.
Why it matters: An Ohio brass-instrument factory is shutting down, the FAA is scrambling to hire air traffic controllers, and war in the Middle East is reshaping U.S. oil flows.
Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz after accusing the U.S. Navy of blockading its ports.
Why it matters: Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz after accusing the U.S. Navy of blockading its ports.
An ICE agent has been charged with assault after an incident in Minnesota.
Why it matters: An ICE agent has been charged with assault after an incident in Minnesota.
An 86-year-old French widow was detained by U.S. immigration authorities and has now flown home after the ordeal.
Why it matters: An 86-year-old French widow was detained by U.S. immigration authorities and has now flown home after the ordeal.
Donald Trump claims he ended a tenth war, but the Lebanon ceasefire looks shaky.
Why it matters: Donald Trump claims he ended a tenth war, but the Lebanon ceasefire looks shaky.
Congress has passed a 10-day extension of the surveillance law that critics say enables warrantless spying.
Why it matters: Congress has passed a 10-day extension of the surveillance law that critics say enables warrantless spying.
Donald Trump is expected to nominate Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA again after ousting him nearly a year ago.
Why it matters: Donald Trump is expected to nominate Cameron Hamilton to lead FEMA again after ousting him nearly a year ago.
Analilia Mejia won New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District and will head to Congress.
Why it matters: Analilia Mejia won New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District and will head to Congress.
A lead prosecutor has been removed from the federal investigation into whether former CIA Director John Brennan lied to Congress.
Why it matters: A lead prosecutor has been removed from the federal investigation into whether former CIA Director John Brennan lied to Congress.
Rümeysa Öztürk finished her doctorate after the Trump administration targeted her over a pro-Palestinian op-ed.
Why it matters: Rümeysa Öztürk finished her doctorate after the Trump administration targeted her over a pro-Palestinian op-ed.
Congress temporarily extended a controversial surveillance power under FISA.
Why it matters: Congress temporarily extended a controversial surveillance power under FISA.
Trump says there are “no sticking points” in talks with Iran and predicts a deal could come in days.
Why it matters: Trump says there are “no sticking points” in talks with Iran and predicts a deal could come in days.
A federal judge in Rhode Island dismissed the Justice Department’s lawsuit seeking unredacted voter rolls from the state.
Why it matters: A federal judge in Rhode Island dismissed the Justice Department’s lawsuit seeking unredacted voter rolls from the state.
Iran’s top negotiator has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz if U.S. blockade pressure continues.
Why it matters: Iran’s top negotiator has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz if U.S. blockade pressure continues.
Donald Trump headlined a Turning Point USA rally in Phoenix and used the stage to pump up Republican voters ahead of the midterms.
Why it matters: Donald Trump headlined a Turning Point USA rally in Phoenix and used the stage to pump up Republican voters ahead of the midterms.
House Democrats are weighing contempt action after Pam Bondi defied a subpoena tied to the Epstein files.
Why it matters: House Democrats are weighing contempt action after Pam Bondi defied a subpoena tied to the Epstein files.
Pakistan says there has been a major breakthrough in talks between the U.S. and Iran over Tehran’s nuclear program.
Why it matters: Pakistan says there has been a major breakthrough in talks between the U.S. and Iran over Tehran’s nuclear program.
Democrats clashed with the U.S. Energy Secretary over how the Iran war could affect gas prices.
Why it matters: Democrats clashed with the U.S. Energy Secretary over how the Iran war could affect gas prices.
The NYPD has opened an internal investigation after video showed officers punching and kicking a man during an arrest.
Why it matters: The NYPD has opened an internal investigation after video showed officers punching and kicking a man during an arrest.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has proposed a pied-à-terre tax on luxury secondary homes worth more than $5 million. The plan would target homes that are not owner-occupied and could pull more money from the city’s wealthiest property owners.
Why it matters: New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has proposed a pied-à-terre tax on luxury secondary homes worth more than $5 million. The plan would target homes that are not owner-occupied and could pull more money from the city’s wealthiest property owners.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine are briefing the public on the war with Iran.
Why it matters: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine are briefing the public on the war with Iran.
The U.S. is helping push Israel and Lebanon toward direct talks as Iran negotiations and a Senate vote add pressure.
Why it matters: The U.S. is helping push Israel and Lebanon toward direct talks as Iran negotiations and a Senate vote add pressure.
Lebanon and Israel have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire that could start within hours, according to President Trump.
Why it matters: Lebanon and Israel have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire that could start within hours, according to President Trump.
A Trump-appointed federal commission has voted to move ahead with a proposed victory arch for Washington, D.C.
Why it matters: A Trump-appointed federal commission has voted to move ahead with a proposed victory arch for Washington, D.C.
An ICE agent in Minnesota has been accused of felony assault after allegedly pointing a gun at motorists.
Why it matters: An ICE agent in Minnesota has been accused of felony assault after allegedly pointing a gun at motorists.
Cuba's president is openly defying fresh U.S. pressure as Washington threatens tighter energy restrictions.
Why it matters: Cuba's president is openly defying fresh U.S. pressure as Washington threatens tighter energy restrictions.
California says newly unsealed records show Amazon pressured independent sellers to raise prices on rival sites.
Why it matters: California says newly unsealed records show Amazon pressured independent sellers to raise prices on rival sites.
Cuba’s president says the country will be ready if the United States launches a military attack.
Why it matters: Cuba’s president says the country will be ready if the United States launches a military attack.
The White House has moved to nominate Dr. Erica Schwartz as the next CDC director. This is a big power choice because the CDC helps steer how the U.S. handles public health crises.
Why it matters: The White House has moved to nominate Dr. Erica Schwartz as the next CDC director. This is a big power choice because the CDC helps steer how the U.S. handles public health crises.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was pressed at a heated House budget hearing over vaccine policy, public health decisions, and funding cuts.
Why it matters: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was pressed at a heated House budget hearing over vaccine policy, public health decisions, and funding cuts.
The House passed a bill to extend protections for Haitian migrants in the United States, and the White House says President Trump would veto it if it clears the Senate.
Why it matters: The House passed a bill to extend protections for Haitian migrants in the United States, and the White House says President Trump would veto it if it clears the Senate.
The IMF says it is restoring formal relations with Venezuela after years of suspended contact.
Why it matters: The IMF says it is restoring formal relations with Venezuela after years of suspended contact.
Trump says a second round of talks with Iran could happen this weekend.
Why it matters: Trump says a second round of talks with Iran could happen this weekend.
Trump is hinting that U.S.-Iran talks could restart while the administration keeps up military pressure and public feuds with allies.
Why it matters: Trump is hinting that U.S.-Iran talks could restart while the administration keeps up military pressure and public feuds with allies.
Donald Trump’s latest burst of inflammatory rhetoric set off a rare backlash from both Catholic leaders and his own allies.
Why it matters: Donald Trump’s latest burst of inflammatory rhetoric set off a rare backlash from both Catholic leaders and his own allies.
The Justice Department has sued Connecticut and New Haven over sanctuary policies it says block federal immigration enforcement.
Why it matters: The Justice Department has sued Connecticut and New Haven over sanctuary policies it says block federal immigration enforcement.
The United States has launched a naval blockade targeting Iranian maritime trade in the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters: The United States has launched a naval blockade targeting Iranian maritime trade in the Strait of Hormuz.
Southeast Asian neighbors are staying out of the U.S.-Philippine Balikatan drills as the exercise grows larger and more politically charged.
Why it matters: Southeast Asian neighbors are staying out of the U.S.-Philippine Balikatan drills as the exercise grows larger and more politically charged.
President Trump is pressing Britain’s prime minister over the Iran war while hinting that the U.S.-U.K. trade deal could be changed.
Why it matters: President Trump is pressing Britain’s prime minister over the Iran war while hinting that the U.S.-U.K. trade deal could be changed.
Trump said he likes Hungary’s incoming leader, Péter Magyar, and tried to distance himself from Viktor Orbán’s election loss.
Why it matters: Trump said he likes Hungary’s incoming leader, Péter Magyar, and tried to distance himself from Viktor Orbán’s election loss.
Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine’s Patriot missile shortage has become severe, and he blames part of the squeeze on the war in the Middle East.
Why it matters: Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine’s Patriot missile shortage has become severe, and he blames part of the squeeze on the war in the Middle East.
Trump is openly threatening to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell if Powell does not step away from his board seat when his term ends.
Why it matters: Trump is openly threatening to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell if Powell does not step away from his board seat when his term ends.
President Donald Trump has warned that he will dismiss Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell if Powell does not step down at the end of his term next month.
Why it matters: President Donald Trump has warned that he will dismiss Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell if Powell does not step down at the end of his term next month.
Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is still running at a trickle as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports appears to be holding.
Why it matters: Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is still running at a trickle as the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports appears to be holding.
The Senate voted down a War Powers Resolution for the fourth time this year, keeping U.S. military action in Iran alive without new congressional approval.
Why it matters: The Senate voted down a War Powers Resolution for the fourth time this year, keeping U.S. military action in Iran alive without new congressional approval.
Ticketmaster’s owner is facing a lawsuit that says it used monopoly power to squeeze fans and raise costs.
Why it matters: Ticketmaster’s owner is facing a lawsuit that says it used monopoly power to squeeze fans and raise costs.
A Manhattan jury found that Live Nation acted like an illegal monopoly and overcharged concertgoers.
Why it matters: A Manhattan jury found that Live Nation acted like an illegal monopoly and overcharged concertgoers.
Justice Sonia Sotomayor publicly apologized to Justice Brett Kavanaugh after criticizing his immigration opinion.
Why it matters: Justice Sonia Sotomayor publicly apologized to Justice Brett Kavanaugh after criticizing his immigration opinion.
The Trump administration is pushing countries to sign a “trade over aid” declaration at the United Nations.
Why it matters: The Trump administration is pushing countries to sign a “trade over aid” declaration at the United Nations.
Iran is leaning on Europe to raise the heat on Washington after inconclusive nuclear talks.
Why it matters: Iran is leaning on Europe to raise the heat on Washington after inconclusive nuclear talks.
Hong Kong is trying to turn itself into China’s quantum technology gateway even as Washington keeps it under some of the heaviest sanctions pressure in the world.
Why it matters: Hong Kong is trying to turn itself into China’s quantum technology gateway even as Washington keeps it under some of the heaviest sanctions pressure in the world.
Epstein survivors are pushing back on a fresh round of pressure that puts the burden back on them instead of on the officials holding the files.
Why it matters: Epstein survivors are pushing back on a fresh round of pressure that puts the burden back on them instead of on the officials holding the files.
US inflation jumped in March as the war with Iran pushed new uncertainty through oil markets and consumer prices.
Why it matters: US inflation jumped in March as the war with Iran pushed new uncertainty through oil markets and consumer prices.
Israel struck Lebanon just before the next round of U.S.-Iran talks.
Why it matters: Israel struck Lebanon just before the next round of U.S.-Iran talks.
U.S. inflation jumped to 3.3%, its highest level in almost two years, after gas prices spiked on the back of the Iran war.
Why it matters: U.S. inflation jumped to 3.3%, its highest level in almost two years, after gas prices spiked on the back of the Iran war.
The Islamabad summit is aimed at one modest goal: keep US-Iran talks from falling apart.
Why it matters: The Islamabad summit is aimed at one modest goal: keep US-Iran talks from falling apart.
JD Vance spoke before departing for negotiations with Iran, putting the next round of U.S. foreign policy pressure in plain view.
Why it matters: JD Vance spoke before departing for negotiations with Iran, putting the next round of U.S. foreign policy pressure in plain view.
J.P. Morgan is building a climate-risk framework around tipping points that could change markets fast and hard.
Why it matters: J.P. Morgan is building a climate-risk framework around tipping points that could change markets fast and hard.
The Trump administration is sending senior officials into in-person talks with Iran while Vice President JD Vance calls the negotiations "positive" on his way to Pakistan.
Why it matters: The Trump administration is sending senior officials into in-person talks with Iran while Vice President JD Vance calls the negotiations "positive" on his way to Pakistan.
Wes Moore is battling the Baltimore Sun before its reported investigation into his record has even hit the page.
Why it matters: Wes Moore is battling the Baltimore Sun before its reported investigation into his record has even hit the page.
Virginia’s redistricting fight is really a fight over who gets to write the rules of representation.
Why it matters: Virginia’s redistricting fight is really a fight over who gets to write the rules of representation.
March inflation ticked up, and CBS News says the war with Iran is part of why prices moved higher.
Why it matters: March inflation ticked up, and CBS News says the war with Iran is part of why prices moved higher.
Israel kept striking Lebanon while the ceasefire talks around Iran and the United States quickly started to wobble.
Why it matters: Israel kept striking Lebanon while the ceasefire talks around Iran and the United States quickly started to wobble.
Gas prices in the U.S. are still elevated even after the Iran ceasefire.
Why it matters: Gas prices in the U.S. are still elevated even after the Iran ceasefire.
President Trump is warning of more violence while the U.S.-Iran ceasefire strains under fresh Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
Why it matters: President Trump is warning of more violence while the U.S.-Iran ceasefire strains under fresh Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
Tehran is trying to turn the US-Israeli war into a claim for compensation and political leverage.
Why it matters: Tehran is trying to turn the US-Israeli war into a claim for compensation and political leverage.
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open, but ships must coordinate with Iranian forces first.
Why it matters: Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is open, but ships must coordinate with Iranian forces first.
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from ending protected status for Ethiopians.
Why it matters: A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from ending protected status for Ethiopians.
A new PAC is trying to turn conspiracy thinking into political capital.
Why it matters: A new PAC is trying to turn conspiracy thinking into political capital.
Colorado State says the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season should be below normal, but that does not make coastal communities safe.
Why it matters: Colorado State says the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season should be below normal, but that does not make coastal communities safe.
Trump says the U.S., Israel, and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire after a burst of deadly threats.
Why it matters: Trump says the U.S., Israel, and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire after a burst of deadly threats.
Trump’s Iran war is splitting the young MAGA crowd that helped carry him back to power.
Why it matters: Trump’s Iran war is splitting the young MAGA crowd that helped carry him back to power.
Trump is using a hard-edged Iran threat to force movement, then pulling back once Tehran gives ground.
Why it matters: Trump is using a hard-edged Iran threat to force movement, then pulling back once Tehran gives ground.
Israel’s largest strike on Lebanon since the war began killed at least 89 people and sent smoke over central Beirut.
Why it matters: Israel’s largest strike on Lebanon since the war began killed at least 89 people and sent smoke over central Beirut.
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed, and that single claim can rattle oil markets far beyond the Middle East.
Why it matters: Iran says the Strait of Hormuz is closed, and that single claim can rattle oil markets far beyond the Middle East.
Netanyahu is saying the uranium issue is not settled, even after the ceasefire announcement.
Why it matters: Netanyahu is saying the uranium issue is not settled, even after the ceasefire announcement.
California’s Supreme Court stepped in and told a GOP sheriff to pause his election probe and preserve the ballots he seized.
Why it matters: California’s Supreme Court stepped in and told a GOP sheriff to pause his election probe and preserve the ballots he seized.
Trump’s Iran ceasefire has turned into a loyalty test inside MAGA.
Why it matters: Trump’s Iran ceasefire has turned into a loyalty test inside MAGA.
Trump’s “two weeks” line is back again, this time tied to the Iran ceasefire and a fresh round of negotiations.
Why it matters: Trump’s “two weeks” line is back again, this time tied to the Iran ceasefire and a fresh round of negotiations.
Trump is using the Iran talks to back opponents into a corner with threats of strikes.
Why it matters: Trump is using the Iran talks to back opponents into a corner with threats of strikes.
Iran’s regime is urging young people to form human shields around power plants as Trump’s deadline for action approaches.
Why it matters: Iran’s regime is urging young people to form human shields around power plants as Trump’s deadline for action approaches.
Oil prices climbed and stocks slipped as traders braced for Trump’s Tuesday deadline on Iran.
Why it matters: Oil prices climbed and stocks slipped as traders braced for Trump’s Tuesday deadline on Iran.
Trump is pushing the Iran crisis toward a wider war, and Starmer is trying to stop the UK from being pulled all the way in.
Why it matters: Trump is pushing the Iran crisis toward a wider war, and Starmer is trying to stop the UK from being pulled all the way in.
Democrats are pressing Trump’s cabinet to remove him while Republicans look the other way.
Why it matters: Democrats are pressing Trump’s cabinet to remove him while Republicans look the other way.
Donald Trump’s Iran threats are now forcing a fight over who gets to use British airbases and for what.
Why it matters: Donald Trump’s Iran threats are now forcing a fight over who gets to use British airbases and for what.
Trump’s deadline on the Strait of Hormuz turned into a full-blown international showdown at the U.N.
Why it matters: Trump’s deadline on the Strait of Hormuz turned into a full-blown international showdown at the U.N.
Tennessee lawmakers just voted to turn a federal immigration order into a state criminal offense.
Why it matters: Tennessee lawmakers just voted to turn a federal immigration order into a state criminal offense.
Federal agencies say Iranian hackers are breaking into U.S. industrial control systems.
Why it matters: Federal agencies say Iranian hackers are breaking into U.S. industrial control systems.
Donald Trump’s threat to Iran set off a warning from retired military officers that the president may have crossed into unlawful war talk.
Why it matters: Donald Trump’s threat to Iran set off a warning from retired military officers that the president may have crossed into unlawful war talk.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is trying to move disaster response power away from FEMA and toward the states.
Why it matters: Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is trying to move disaster response power away from FEMA and toward the states.
Trump has delayed a major attack on Iran by agreeing to a two-week ceasefire at the last minute.
Why it matters: Trump has delayed a major attack on Iran by agreeing to a two-week ceasefire at the last minute.
Gas prices could jump to $5 a gallon if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed, according to a new JPMorgan analysis.
Why it matters: Gas prices could jump to $5 a gallon if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed, according to a new JPMorgan analysis.
Israel’s courts and lawmakers are fighting over who gets to protest, who gets to pray, and who gets funded during wartime.
Why it matters: Israel’s courts and lawmakers are fighting over who gets to protest, who gets to pray, and who gets funded during wartime.
Trump is again threatening military action over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters: Trump is again threatening military action over Iran and the Strait of Hormuz.
A U.S. service member was rescued after two raids tied to a fighter jet shootdown over Iran, according to President Trump.
Why it matters: A U.S. service member was rescued after two raids tied to a fighter jet shootdown over Iran, according to President Trump.
Trump is ratcheting up threats as the Iran war and the Strait of Hormuz crisis move closer to a direct U.S. flashpoint.
Why it matters: Trump is ratcheting up threats as the Iran war and the Strait of Hormuz crisis move closer to a direct U.S. flashpoint.
Trump fired off a profanity-laced ultimatum about Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, and it instantly raised the temperature of a volatile conflict.
Why it matters: Trump fired off a profanity-laced ultimatum about Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, and it instantly raised the temperature of a volatile conflict.
Trump’s Iran threat has set off a fresh fight over whether he can be pushed out of office under the 25th Amendment or impeached.
Why it matters: Trump’s Iran threat has set off a fresh fight over whether he can be pushed out of office under the 25th Amendment or impeached.
Jamie Dimon just used his annual shareholder letter to push back on Trump’s tariff politics.
Why it matters: Jamie Dimon just used his annual shareholder letter to push back on Trump’s tariff politics.
The Iran war talks are slipping as Donald Trump’s deadline looms over the negotiating table.
Why it matters: The Iran war talks are slipping as Donald Trump’s deadline looms over the negotiating table.
Trump is threatening to hit Iran’s power plants and bridges if it does not cut a deal by Tuesday.
Why it matters: Trump is threatening to hit Iran’s power plants and bridges if it does not cut a deal by Tuesday.
Trump turned a rescue story and a war briefing into one fast-moving White House question session on Iran.
Why it matters: Trump turned a rescue story and a war briefing into one fast-moving White House question session on Iran.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under pressure after reports that he is withholding promotions for several Black and female senior officers.
Why it matters: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under pressure after reports that he is withholding promotions for several Black and female senior officers.
A second former staffer says Rep. Tony Gonzales sent sexually explicit text messages while she worked for him.
Why it matters: A second former staffer says Rep. Tony Gonzales sent sexually explicit text messages while she worked for him.
Fairfax County’s ICE fight is about power, not just headlines about violent crime.
Why it matters: Fairfax County’s ICE fight is about power, not just headlines about violent crime.
Virginia’s 7th District race is turning into a fight over political brand power, not just one candidate.
Why it matters: Virginia’s 7th District race is turning into a fight over political brand power, not just one candidate.
Benjamin Netanyahu is said to have urged Donald Trump not to move forward with an Iran ceasefire yet.
Why it matters: Benjamin Netanyahu is said to have urged Donald Trump not to move forward with an Iran ceasefire yet.
NASA’s Artemis II astronauts are going farther from Earth than any humans in history.
Why it matters: NASA’s Artemis II astronauts are going farther from Earth than any humans in history.
Israeli strikes across Lebanon killed at least 14 people as the fighting with Hezbollah kept spreading.
Why it matters: Israeli strikes across Lebanon killed at least 14 people as the fighting with Hezbollah kept spreading.
The Strait of Hormuz is starting to move again after weeks of war shut it down.
Why it matters: The Strait of Hormuz is starting to move again after weeks of war shut it down.
The U.S. has deported eight people described as being of African origin to Uganda, and critics say the move was illegal and dehumanizing.
Why it matters: The U.S. has deported eight people described as being of African origin to Uganda, and critics say the move was illegal and dehumanizing.
Trump’s budget plan would push defense spending up by $445 billion while cutting other programs by 10%.
Why it matters: Trump’s budget plan would push defense spending up by $445 billion while cutting other programs by 10%.
ICE presence outside Marine Corps graduation events kept some parents from watching their children graduate.
Why it matters: ICE presence outside Marine Corps graduation events kept some parents from watching their children graduate.
The Trump administration has pushed out Army Chief of Staff Randy George in another Pentagon shake-up.
Why it matters: The Trump administration has pushed out Army Chief of Staff Randy George in another Pentagon shake-up.
A man in Seattle was accused of trying twice to shove a stranger onto train tracks at a light rail station.
Why it matters: A man in Seattle was accused of trying twice to shove a stranger onto train tracks at a light rail station.
President Donald Trump's preferred candidate in Alabama is bucking "conventional wisdom" by trailing badly in the Republican primary.
Why it matters: President Donald Trump's preferred candidate in Alabama is bucking "conventional wisdom" by trailing badly in the Republican primary.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a bill that would have renamed the Loop 202 freeway in the East Valley after slain MAGA influencer Charlie Kirk.
Why it matters: Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has vetoed a bill that would have renamed the Loop 202 freeway in the East Valley after slain MAGA influencer Charlie Kirk.
With the federal government largely stepping back from antitrust enforcement, who’s picking up the slack? California Attorney General Rob Bonta makes the case that state attorneys general are filling the void, and he’s got the caseload to prove it.
Why it matters: With the federal government largely stepping back from antitrust enforcement, who’s picking up the slack? California Attorney General Rob Bonta makes the case that state attorneys general are filling the void, and he’s got the caseload to prove it.
A bribery investigation in New York has led to arrests and scrutiny of people tied to city shelter contracts, the City Council, and Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office.
Why it matters: A bribery investigation in New York has led to arrests and scrutiny of people tied to city shelter contracts, the City Council, and Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office.
A South African politician says Western countries are trying to dodge responsibility for slavery by opposing a UN resolution.
Why it matters: A South African politician says Western countries are trying to dodge responsibility for slavery by opposing a UN resolution.
The Supreme Court is hearing a case that could decide whether children born in the United States can be denied citizenship by executive order.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court is hearing a case that could decide whether children born in the United States can be denied citizenship by executive order.
A Minnesota school board’s regular meeting ended with decisions that will shape budgets, staffing, and daily school operations.
Why it matters: A Minnesota school board’s regular meeting ended with decisions that will shape budgets, staffing, and daily school operations.
The U.S. Secretary of State says the Strait of Hormuz will reopen only if Iran agrees or if a military coalition forces the issue.
Why it matters: The U.S. Secretary of State says the Strait of Hormuz will reopen only if Iran agrees or if a military coalition forces the issue.
Eric Swalwell is pushing back hard against a revived story about his past ties to an accused Chinese spy.
Why it matters: Eric Swalwell is pushing back hard against a revived story about his past ties to an accused Chinese spy.
Arlington Public Schools will give students April 21 off for Virginia’s redistricting referendum after a split School Board vote.
Why it matters: Arlington Public Schools will give students April 21 off for Virginia’s redistricting referendum after a split School Board vote.
Kentucky lawmakers are on track to pass a bill that would label transgender people mentally ill and block trans teachers from working.
Why it matters: Kentucky lawmakers are on track to pass a bill that would label transgender people mentally ill and block trans teachers from working.
Tulsi Gabbard’s political career moved from the Hawaii State House to Congress and the Democratic Party’s top ranks.
Why it matters: Tulsi Gabbard’s political career moved from the Hawaii State House to Congress and the Democratic Party’s top ranks.
Wisconsin’s spring election on April 7 could change who controls local schools and the state Supreme Court.
Why it matters: Wisconsin’s spring election on April 7 could change who controls local schools and the state Supreme Court.
Mark Sanford has filed to run again for his old U.S. House seat in South Carolina.
Why it matters: Mark Sanford has filed to run again for his old U.S. House seat in South Carolina.
Idaho senators narrowly passed a bill that would redirect insurance premium tax money into medical education, and they also moved a plan to manage $930 million in federal rural health grants.
Why it matters: Idaho senators narrowly passed a bill that would redirect insurance premium tax money into medical education, and they also moved a plan to manage $930 million in federal rural health grants.
Florida — Democrats pulled off another upset in Florida, winning a normally very Republican state Senate district in West Tampa. Navy veteran and electrical workers union leader Brian Nathan was declared the winner Monday of a special election in Senate district 14 by the Associated Press.
Why it matters: Florida — Democrats pulled off another upset in Florida, winning a normally very Republican state Senate district in West Tampa. Navy veteran and electrical workers union leader Brian Nathan was declared the winner Monday of a special election in Senate district 14 by the Associated Press.
Millions of people are expected to take part in No Kings protests on March 28, with events planned in all 50 states and on every continent except Antarctica.
Why it matters: Millions of people are expected to take part in No Kings protests on March 28, with events planned in all 50 states and on every continent except Antarctica.
Donald Trump’s endorsement is the prize in Texas’s Republican Senate fight, and both camps know it.
Why it matters: Donald Trump’s endorsement is the prize in Texas’s Republican Senate fight, and both camps know it.
The EPA is temporarily allowing sales of a higher-ethanol fuel blend to try to lower gas prices.
Why it matters: The EPA is temporarily allowing sales of a higher-ethanol fuel blend to try to lower gas prices.
California’s top-two primary could split the Democratic vote and open a path for Republicans in the governor’s race.
Why it matters: California’s top-two primary could split the Democratic vote and open a path for Republicans in the governor’s race.
G7 allies are pressing U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio for a clear answer on American plans for Iran.
Why it matters: G7 allies are pressing U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio for a clear answer on American plans for Iran.
Eagle Forum PAC has endorsed Cathi Bradford for Alabama’s State Board of Education race.
Why it matters: Eagle Forum PAC has endorsed Cathi Bradford for Alabama’s State Board of Education race.
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco says seizing more than 600,000 ballots was just “normal law enforcement.” That claim lands in the middle of a live fight over who gets to touch, control, and question ballots in California.
Why it matters: Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco says seizing more than 600,000 ballots was just “normal law enforcement.” That claim lands in the middle of a live fight over who gets to touch, control, and question ballots in California.
Democrats are on a surprising winning streak in state legislative special elections.
Why it matters: Democrats are on a surprising winning streak in state legislative special elections.
California’s governor’s race could be warped by vote splitting before most voters even get to November.
Why it matters: California’s governor’s race could be warped by vote splitting before most voters even get to November.
Trump has pushed back his Iran deadline again while strikes and missile attacks keep spreading across the region.
Why it matters: Trump has pushed back his Iran deadline again while strikes and missile attacks keep spreading across the region.
Virginia’s new state superintendent, Jenna Conway, got a warm bipartisan welcome at her first Board of Education meeting.
Why it matters: Virginia’s new state superintendent, Jenna Conway, got a warm bipartisan welcome at her first Board of Education meeting.
Garbled source material mixes several Trump-related headlines, but the core story is not reliable enough to publish.
Why it matters: Garbled source material mixes several Trump-related headlines, but the core story is not reliable enough to publish.
A 14-year-old has become the first teenager to land on Vermont’s general election ballot for governor.
Why it matters: A 14-year-old has become the first teenager to land on Vermont’s general election ballot for governor.
University of Maryland students are set to vote in the Student Government Association presidential race next week.
Why it matters: University of Maryland students are set to vote in the Student Government Association presidential race next week.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio clashed with G-7 diplomats over Iran and Ukraine.
Why it matters: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio clashed with G-7 diplomats over Iran and Ukraine.
Louisiana parish headlines mixed school hiring notices with veteran events and community gatherings.
Why it matters: Louisiana parish headlines mixed school hiring notices with veteran events and community gatherings.
A federal case in North Carolina puts the Wake County Board of Education under legal pressure.
Why it matters: A federal case in North Carolina puts the Wake County Board of Education under legal pressure.
Governor Gavin Newsom is strengthening California rules to bar state officials from insider betting.
Why it matters: Governor Gavin Newsom is strengthening California rules to bar state officials from insider betting.
Trump’s Justice Department says the cabinet is already bracing for investigations if Democrats win in 2028.
Why it matters: Trump’s Justice Department says the cabinet is already bracing for investigations if Democrats win in 2028.
Marco Rubio is trying to defend U.S. strategy on the Iran war while G7 allies question the White House’s message.
Why it matters: Marco Rubio is trying to defend U.S. strategy on the Iran war while G7 allies question the White House’s message.
A top Justice Department official said Trump’s team is worried about future investigations if Democrats regain power.
Why it matters: A top Justice Department official said Trump’s team is worried about future investigations if Democrats regain power.
A federal judge rejected the NCAA’s bid to stop DraftKings from using terms like “March Madness” and “Final Four” in betting promotions.
Why it matters: A federal judge rejected the NCAA’s bid to stop DraftKings from using terms like “March Madness” and “Final Four” in betting promotions.
The U.S. Secretary of State says sanctions relief on Russian crude is not meant to last.
Why it matters: The U.S. Secretary of State says sanctions relief on Russian crude is not meant to last.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is banning state officials from using confidential information to trade in prediction markets.
Why it matters: California Gov. Gavin Newsom is banning state officials from using confidential information to trade in prediction markets.
Florida’s immigration crackdown is running into open resistance from sheriffs and police chiefs who say it is hurting people. That matters because the pushback is coming from the very law enforcement system the governor depends on to make the policy work.
Why it matters: Florida’s immigration crackdown is running into open resistance from sheriffs and police chiefs who say it is hurting people. That matters because the pushback is coming from the very law enforcement system the governor depends on to make the policy work.
Downtown Cincinnati was hit by fights, arrests, and police pushback after Opening Day celebrations.
Why it matters: Downtown Cincinnati was hit by fights, arrests, and police pushback after Opening Day celebrations.
The Manhasset Rotary held its first Mother-Daughter Brunch and honored Plandome Manor Mayor Barbara Donno.
Why it matters: The Manhasset Rotary held its first Mother-Daughter Brunch and honored Plandome Manor Mayor Barbara Donno.
Marco Rubio said the U.S. expects its military operation in Iran to end in weeks, not months.
Why it matters: Marco Rubio said the U.S. expects its military operation in Iran to end in weeks, not months.
Montgomery County’s school board approved a major boundary change plan that will shift where students are assigned.
Why it matters: Montgomery County’s school board approved a major boundary change plan that will shift where students are assigned.
Tiger Woods was arrested after a car crash in Florida and charged with DUI.
Why it matters: Tiger Woods was arrested after a car crash in Florida and charged with DUI.
A top Trump Justice Department official told CPAC that his team fears indictment if Democrats win in 2028.
Why it matters: A top Trump Justice Department official told CPAC that his team fears indictment if Democrats win in 2028.
A Republican lawmaker is calling for Senate Majority Leader John Thune to step aside while the government shutdown drags on.
Why it matters: A Republican lawmaker is calling for Senate Majority Leader John Thune to step aside while the government shutdown drags on.
Pam Bondi’s Fox News comments about citizenship set off immediate backlash because they sounded like a test balloon for tougher executive power over who belongs in the U.S.
Why it matters: Pam Bondi’s Fox News comments about citizenship set off immediate backlash because they sounded like a test balloon for tougher executive power over who belongs in the U.S.
Harry Chronister’s Nebraska political career shows how a state seat can be filled, held, and extended through the rules of the system.
Why it matters: Harry Chronister’s Nebraska political career shows how a state seat can be filled, held, and extended through the rules of the system.
A federal housing official has asked the Justice Department to criminally investigate New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Why it matters: A federal housing official has asked the Justice Department to criminally investigate New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Trump’s midterm problem is not the campaign trail. It is the possibility of losing Congress and the power that comes with it.
Why it matters: Trump’s midterm problem is not the campaign trail. It is the possibility of losing Congress and the power that comes with it.
Ralph Nader says Trump’s rule left behind a growing mix of economic damage, political chaos, and war risk.
Why it matters: Ralph Nader says Trump’s rule left behind a growing mix of economic damage, political chaos, and war risk.
California’s Prop. 36 fight is now a budget fight over $400 million.
Why it matters: California’s Prop. 36 fight is now a budget fight over $400 million.
Two juries in New Mexico and California just handed Meta major losses over how its apps treat kids.
Why it matters: Two juries in New Mexico and California just handed Meta major losses over how its apps treat kids.
Durham police and prosecutors are again being accused of abusing their power in the Duke lacrosse case.
Why it matters: Durham police and prosecutors are again being accused of abusing their power in the Duke lacrosse case.
Georgia’s local leaders are moving ahead with a billion-dollar data center project while UPS job cuts hang over the state economy.
Why it matters: Georgia’s local leaders are moving ahead with a billion-dollar data center project while UPS job cuts hang over the state economy.
The Bank of England says it should stay patient as the Middle East war begins to ripple through the economy.
Why it matters: The Bank of England says it should stay patient as the Middle East war begins to ripple through the economy.
Wall Street bonuses are set to jump 9% in 2025, according to the New York comptroller.
Why it matters: Wall Street bonuses are set to jump 9% in 2025, according to the New York comptroller.
Wall Street bonuses hit a record $49.2 billion in 2025.
Why it matters: Wall Street bonuses hit a record $49.2 billion in 2025.
Sen. John Kennedy publicly blasted a Louisiana sheriff over his past sanctuary-city comments.
Why it matters: Sen. John Kennedy publicly blasted a Louisiana sheriff over his past sanctuary-city comments.
A South Carolina Republican is pushing a new federal rule that would force election vendors to disclose more about who they are and who owns them.
Why it matters: A South Carolina Republican is pushing a new federal rule that would force election vendors to disclose more about who they are and who owns them.
Chicago’s sanctuary policy is being blamed for failing to stop a man now charged in Sheridan Gorman’s killing.
Why it matters: Chicago’s sanctuary policy is being blamed for failing to stop a man now charged in Sheridan Gorman’s killing.
In a recent segment, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, the quintessential avatar of Hollywood’s detached elite, demonstrated exactly why “flyover country” has tuned him out. Kimmel mocked President Donald Trump’s selection of Markwayne Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security, sneering at Mullin’s background as a business owner and tradesman.
Why it matters: In a recent segment, late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, the quintessential avatar of Hollywood’s detached elite, demonstrated exactly why “flyover country” has tuned him out. Kimmel mocked President Donald Trump’s selection of Markwayne Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security, sneering at Mullin’s background as a business owner and tradesman.
The Government Accountability Office reviewed PCORI’s fiscal year 2025 financial statement audit and found no significant problems.
Why it matters: The Government Accountability Office reviewed PCORI’s fiscal year 2025 financial statement audit and found no significant problems.
A Rapid7 investigation says a China-nexus threat actor has been planting stealthy backdoor access inside telecommunications networks.
Why it matters: A Rapid7 investigation says a China-nexus threat actor has been planting stealthy backdoor access inside telecommunications networks.
The Anne Arundel County Board of Education has been found to have violated Maryland’s Open Meetings Act during redistricting talks.
Why it matters: The Anne Arundel County Board of Education has been found to have violated Maryland’s Open Meetings Act during redistricting talks.
The State Department lifted sanctions to let Russian lawmakers enter the U.S. for the first time since the invasion of Ukraine.
Why it matters: The State Department lifted sanctions to let Russian lawmakers enter the U.S. for the first time since the invasion of Ukraine.
A Boston police officer has been charged with manslaughter after an on-duty shooting, and his lawyer is attacking the district attorney’s handling of the case.
Why it matters: A Boston police officer has been charged with manslaughter after an on-duty shooting, and his lawyer is attacking the district attorney’s handling of the case.
Kansas lawmakers passed a sweeping bill to rein in pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, and send the measure to the governor.
Why it matters: Kansas lawmakers passed a sweeping bill to rein in pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, and send the measure to the governor.
Eversource has sold Aquarion for $2.4 billion, and Connecticut officials are warning the deal could drive up water bills.
Why it matters: Eversource has sold Aquarion for $2.4 billion, and Connecticut officials are warning the deal could drive up water bills.
Donald Trump attacked Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch after they joined a ruling he did not like.
Why it matters: Donald Trump attacked Supreme Court Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Neil Gorsuch after they joined a ruling he did not like.
Jesse Ventura attacked Donald Trump over military service and urged Barron Trump to enlist.
Why it matters: Jesse Ventura attacked Donald Trump over military service and urged Barron Trump to enlist.
Alexandria City Public Schools is planning to make April 21 a student holiday.
Why it matters: Alexandria City Public Schools is planning to make April 21 a student holiday.
The Supreme Court’s latest decisions and upcoming arguments show how much federal power still runs through one court.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court’s latest decisions and upcoming arguments show how much federal power still runs through one court.
South Dakota has signed a new law that requires proof of citizenship to register to vote.
Why it matters: South Dakota has signed a new law that requires proof of citizenship to register to vote.
USC canceled a planned California governor debate after its candidate-selection rules left several Democrats off the stage.
Why it matters: USC canceled a planned California governor debate after its candidate-selection rules left several Democrats off the stage.
Pennsylvania House Democrats pulled a Women’s Month resolution after Republicans forced a fight over how to define “woman.”
Why it matters: Pennsylvania House Democrats pulled a Women’s Month resolution after Republicans forced a fight over how to define “woman.”
A recent study says attending an HBCU is linked to better long-term health for Black students.
Why it matters: A recent study says attending an HBCU is linked to better long-term health for Black students.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's new posture on Israel is being read as a political move, not a policy shift.
Why it matters: California Gov. Gavin Newsom's new posture on Israel is being read as a political move, not a policy shift.
The U.S. blockade on Cuba is worsening a deep humanitarian crisis on the island.
Why it matters: The U.S. blockade on Cuba is worsening a deep humanitarian crisis on the island.
President Trump appeared to doze during a Cabinet meeting as his top officials defended the U.S. military campaign in Iran.
Why it matters: President Trump appeared to doze during a Cabinet meeting as his top officials defended the U.S. military campaign in Iran.
Utah Republicans tried to rewrite the rules after a House seat slipped away, and their late gerrymander push failed.
Why it matters: Utah Republicans tried to rewrite the rules after a House seat slipped away, and their late gerrymander push failed.
The United States joined Israel and Argentina in voting against UN language that recognized the trans-Atlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity.
Why it matters: The United States joined Israel and Argentina in voting against UN language that recognized the trans-Atlantic slave trade as a crime against humanity.
Philadelphia’s district attorney is threatening to arrest ICE agents working at the city airport.
Why it matters: Philadelphia’s district attorney is threatening to arrest ICE agents working at the city airport.
A Fox News report says House Speaker Mike Johnson blamed Democratic sanctuary policies for the alleged murder of a college student in Illinois.
Why it matters: A Fox News report says House Speaker Mike Johnson blamed Democratic sanctuary policies for the alleged murder of a college student in Illinois.
Donald Trump’s latest attack on Gavin Newsom is being sold as proof of something bigger than a political insult.
Why it matters: Donald Trump’s latest attack on Gavin Newsom is being sold as proof of something bigger than a political insult.
Graham Platner is leading early polls in Maine’s Democratic Senate primary.
Why it matters: Graham Platner is leading early polls in Maine’s Democratic Senate primary.
Virginia’s new gun bills are forcing Governor Abigail Spanberger into a fast and public test of power.
Why it matters: Virginia’s new gun bills are forcing Governor Abigail Spanberger into a fast and public test of power.
Washington’s tech and political leaders are trying to sell the state as an AI hub.
Why it matters: Washington’s tech and political leaders are trying to sell the state as an AI hub.
Bridgewater Township leaders spent a long meeting on budget priorities, redevelopment plans, and resident concerns.
Why it matters: Bridgewater Township leaders spent a long meeting on budget priorities, redevelopment plans, and resident concerns.
Oklahoma lawmakers are advancing major changes to the state schools chief and Board of Education.
Why it matters: Oklahoma lawmakers are advancing major changes to the state schools chief and Board of Education.
Donald Trump got called out in real time for attacking mail-in voting while admitting he used it himself.
Why it matters: Donald Trump got called out in real time for attacking mail-in voting while admitting he used it himself.
Rep. Thomas Massie says the Justice Department has not done enough to deliver justice in the Epstein case.
Why it matters: Rep. Thomas Massie says the Justice Department has not done enough to deliver justice in the Epstein case.
The Sumter County Board of Education has called a meeting to deal with pressing local issues.
Why it matters: The Sumter County Board of Education has called a meeting to deal with pressing local issues.
A national right-wing PAC is flooding Wisconsin school board races with outside money.
Why it matters: A national right-wing PAC is flooding Wisconsin school board races with outside money.
A Russian Duma delegation has arrived in the U.S. for meetings in New York and Washington.
Why it matters: A Russian Duma delegation has arrived in the U.S. for meetings in New York and Washington.
President Trump said he used a mail-in ballot in Florida, even though he has spent years attacking mail voting.
Why it matters: President Trump said he used a mail-in ballot in Florida, even though he has spent years attacking mail voting.
California’s recall rules could put a Republican in the governor’s office through a fast, strange election process.
Why it matters: California’s recall rules could put a Republican in the governor’s office through a fast, strange election process.
Donald Trump voted by mail in Florida just days after calling mail-in voting “cheating.” The contradiction matters because he still backs tougher voting rules while using the same process himself.
Why it matters: Donald Trump voted by mail in Florida just days after calling mail-in voting “cheating.” The contradiction matters because he still backs tougher voting rules while using the same process himself.
A Democrat won a Florida state House seat in Donald Trump’s home district, flipping a seat Republicans had held easily.
Why it matters: A Democrat won a Florida state House seat in Donald Trump’s home district, flipping a seat Republicans had held easily.
New York Attorney General Letitia James has been referred again for criminal prosecution over alleged housing record misconduct.
Why it matters: New York Attorney General Letitia James has been referred again for criminal prosecution over alleged housing record misconduct.
ICE’s plan to turn a vacant Durant warehouse into a detention center ran into a wall when the Choctaw Nation bought the property first.
Why it matters: ICE’s plan to turn a vacant Durant warehouse into a detention center ran into a wall when the Choctaw Nation bought the property first.
A progressive House challenger in Colorado posted a crude ad attacking centrist Democrats and the party establishment.
Why it matters: A progressive House challenger in Colorado posted a crude ad attacking centrist Democrats and the party establishment.
Trump’s deputy attorney general publicly bragged about cleaning out the DOJ and FBI and demanding loyalty to the president.
Why it matters: Trump’s deputy attorney general publicly bragged about cleaning out the DOJ and FBI and demanding loyalty to the president.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio pushed NATO allies to treat the Iran war as their problem too.
Why it matters: Secretary of State Marco Rubio pushed NATO allies to treat the Iran war as their problem too.
A Chicago Democratic leader is attacking his own party and Gov. J.B. Pritzker over Illinois immigration enforcement.
Why it matters: A Chicago Democratic leader is attacking his own party and Gov. J.B. Pritzker over Illinois immigration enforcement.
The Justice Department has moved to strip citizenship from people it says gained it through fraud.
Why it matters: The Justice Department has moved to strip citizenship from people it says gained it through fraud.
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook says the Iran war has made inflation a bigger risk for the U.S. economy.
Why it matters: Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook says the Iran war has made inflation a bigger risk for the U.S. economy.
The Natomas school board is weighing pay increases for teachers, staff, and its own members.
Why it matters: The Natomas school board is weighing pay increases for teachers, staff, and its own members.
César Chávez Day observances have been renamed, postponed, or canceled in several states after sexual abuse allegations surfaced.
Why it matters: César Chávez Day observances have been renamed, postponed, or canceled in several states after sexual abuse allegations surfaced.
A former Miami-Dade School Board vice chair is set to go on trial over claims she used district funds for personal expenses.
Why it matters: A former Miami-Dade School Board vice chair is set to go on trial over claims she used district funds for personal expenses.
Maryland lawmakers are moving a set of gambling bills that would tighten the rules around sweepstakes gaming, fantasy sports, and college prop bets.
Why it matters: Maryland lawmakers are moving a set of gambling bills that would tighten the rules around sweepstakes gaming, fantasy sports, and college prop bets.
A former Trump immigration official clashed on CNN over whether ICE could be used near polling places.
Why it matters: A former Trump immigration official clashed on CNN over whether ICE could be used near polling places.
USC canceled a California gubernatorial debate less than 24 hours before it was set to begin.
Why it matters: USC canceled a California gubernatorial debate less than 24 hours before it was set to begin.
Former Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin was sentenced to 60 days in jail for contempt of court in a family legal dispute.
Why it matters: Former Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin was sentenced to 60 days in jail for contempt of court in a family legal dispute.
The U.S. Justice Department has charged three people with conspiring to smuggle sensitive artificial intelligence technology to China.
Why it matters: The U.S. Justice Department has charged three people with conspiring to smuggle sensitive artificial intelligence technology to China.
Rep. Darrell Issa is challenging how much discretion the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has over patent review decisions.
Why it matters: Rep. Darrell Issa is challenging how much discretion the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has over patent review decisions.
The new Department of Homeland Security secretary is under scrutiny after a resurfaced video showed him bragging about hitting his children.
Why it matters: The new Department of Homeland Security secretary is under scrutiny after a resurfaced video showed him bragging about hitting his children.
Bill Kristol is urging Trump’s critics to turn the president’s Iran retreat into a political defeat for his team.
Why it matters: Bill Kristol is urging Trump’s critics to turn the president’s Iran retreat into a political defeat for his team.
Sen. Cynthia Lummis has been confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026.
Why it matters: Sen. Cynthia Lummis has been confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026.
The Pentagon is removing media offices after a federal judge blocked new limits on press access.
Why it matters: The Pentagon is removing media offices after a federal judge blocked new limits on press access.
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is getting hit with a conservative revolt over her plan for a massive new prison south of the Arkansas River.
Why it matters: Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is getting hit with a conservative revolt over her plan for a massive new prison south of the Arkansas River.
North Carolina Senate Leader Phil Berger has conceded after a recount confirmed he lost a Republican primary by 23 votes.
Why it matters: North Carolina Senate Leader Phil Berger has conceded after a recount confirmed he lost a Republican primary by 23 votes.
Gavin Newsom is mocking Vice President JD Vance over his role in Iran war talks.
Why it matters: Gavin Newsom is mocking Vice President JD Vance over his role in Iran war talks.
San Diego County sheriff’s officials failed to investigate at least seven reported sexual assaults at an ICE detention center in California.
Why it matters: San Diego County sheriff’s officials failed to investigate at least seven reported sexual assaults at an ICE detention center in California.
Donald Trump cast a mail-in ballot in Florida after years of attacking mail voting as rigged.
Why it matters: Donald Trump cast a mail-in ballot in Florida after years of attacking mail voting as rigged.
Meta has been ordered to pay $375 million after a New Mexico jury found the company violated state law in a case brought by the attorney general.
Why it matters: Meta has been ordered to pay $375 million after a New Mexico jury found the company violated state law in a case brought by the attorney general.
Ted Cruz used a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing to argue that Republicans once stood up for the rule of law, even as his own record tells a different story.
Why it matters: Ted Cruz used a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing to argue that Republicans once stood up for the rule of law, even as his own record tells a different story.
The U.S. is using financial power to keep Cuba under pressure while blaming Cuba’s broken economy for the damage.
Why it matters: The U.S. is using financial power to keep Cuba under pressure while blaming Cuba’s broken economy for the damage.
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has seized more than 650,000 ballots from California’s November election, and state officials say the move is wildly out of bounds.
Why it matters: Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has seized more than 650,000 ballots from California’s November election, and state officials say the move is wildly out of bounds.
Florida Democrats are moving to impeach Attorney General Pam Bondi after she reportedly refused to honor a subpoena tied to the Epstein files.
Why it matters: Florida Democrats are moving to impeach Attorney General Pam Bondi after she reportedly refused to honor a subpoena tied to the Epstein files.
Georgia has suspended its gas tax for 60 days to blunt high fuel prices.
Why it matters: Georgia has suspended its gas tax for 60 days to blunt high fuel prices.
How to Become a Modern Tyrant The playbook hasn't changed. The tools have.
Why it matters: How to Become a Modern Tyrant The playbook hasn't changed. The tools have.
The New York State Board of Education has denied a bid to return a removed Syracuse school board member to office.
Why it matters: The New York State Board of Education has denied a bid to return a removed Syracuse school board member to office.
The Juneau School District and the teachers union have reached a tentative contract agreement after a strike authorization vote.
Why it matters: The Juneau School District and the teachers union have reached a tentative contract agreement after a strike authorization vote.
President Trump threatened to send ICE agents to airports if Democrats do not agree to end the DHS shutdown.
Why it matters: President Trump threatened to send ICE agents to airports if Democrats do not agree to end the DHS shutdown.
Sarah Huckabee Sanders says she was asked to leave a Little Rock restaurant, and Donald Trump reacted with surprise.
Why it matters: Sarah Huckabee Sanders says she was asked to leave a Little Rock restaurant, and Donald Trump reacted with surprise.
Gov. Kathy Hochul rejected Donald Trump’s demand to rename Penn Station after him, saying it would happen “over my dead body.”
Why it matters: Gov. Kathy Hochul rejected Donald Trump’s demand to rename Penn Station after him, saying it would happen “over my dead body.”
President Trump said he would send ICE agents to airports unless Democrats agree to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
Why it matters: President Trump said he would send ICE agents to airports unless Democrats agree to fund the Department of Homeland Security.
This story is about a school employee being recognized for student leadership work, not a civic power fight.
Why it matters: This story is about a school employee being recognized for student leadership work, not a civic power fight.
Mark Robinson has now admitted to a porn obsession he denied while campaigning for governor in North Carolina.
Why it matters: Mark Robinson has now admitted to a porn obsession he denied while campaigning for governor in North Carolina.
The Cohoes City School District Board of Education has appointed a new principal for Abram Lansing Elementary.
Why it matters: The Cohoes City School District Board of Education has appointed a new principal for Abram Lansing Elementary.
Robert Mueller, the former FBI director and special counsel in the Trump-Russia investigation, has died at 81.
Why it matters: Robert Mueller, the former FBI director and special counsel in the Trump-Russia investigation, has died at 81.
President Trump says he can use ICE agents to deal with TSA staffing problems during the shutdown.
Why it matters: President Trump says he can use ICE agents to deal with TSA staffing problems during the shutdown.
The Puppet & The Puppeteer Allies shunned. Sanctions lifted. One question: who benefits? There's a pattern. It's not subtle. And it keeps repeating.
Why it matters: The Puppet & The Puppeteer Allies shunned. Sanctions lifted. One question: who benefits? There's a pattern. It's not subtle. And it keeps repeating.
Afroman won a legal fight tied to an Ohio sheriff’s raid on his home, and the case is now feeding a bigger argument about police accountability.
Why it matters: Afroman won a legal fight tied to an Ohio sheriff’s raid on his home, and the case is now feeding a bigger argument about police accountability.
James Comey has been subpoenaed in a federal investigation tied to claims of a “grand conspiracy” against President Trump.
Why it matters: James Comey has been subpoenaed in a federal investigation tied to claims of a “grand conspiracy” against President Trump.
The story claims Donald Trump was manipulated into launching a catastrophic war with Iran.
Why it matters: The story claims Donald Trump was manipulated into launching a catastrophic war with Iran.
This story is mostly a fight over Cesar Chavez’s legacy, not a clear government action.
Why it matters: This story is mostly a fight over Cesar Chavez’s legacy, not a clear government action.
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders was asked to leave a Little Rock restaurant.
Why it matters: Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders was asked to leave a Little Rock restaurant.
Nexstar Media Group's acquisition of TEGNA has triggered state legal fights over media concentration.
Why it matters: Nexstar Media Group's acquisition of TEGNA has triggered state legal fights over media concentration.
Animal activists in Wisconsin are pushing to rescue beagles from Ridglan Farms after years of complaints about how the dogs were treated.
Why it matters: Animal activists in Wisconsin are pushing to rescue beagles from Ridglan Farms after years of complaints about how the dogs were treated.
The FCC approved Nexstar's $6.2 billion purchase of TEGNA, handing one company control over even more local TV stations.
Why it matters: The FCC approved Nexstar's $6.2 billion purchase of TEGNA, handing one company control over even more local TV stations.
Japan’s prime minister is trying to hold the alliance together while Donald Trump pushes Tokyo to back a security mission tied to the Strait of Hormuz.
Why it matters: Japan’s prime minister is trying to hold the alliance together while Donald Trump pushes Tokyo to back a security mission tied to the Strait of Hormuz.
Illinois Democrats just held a primary that is now being spun as a verdict on the party’s future.
Why it matters: Illinois Democrats just held a primary that is now being spun as a verdict on the party’s future.
Kansas has signed a statewide law banning student cellphones during the school day starting this fall.
Why it matters: Kansas has signed a statewide law banning student cellphones during the school day starting this fall.
The Trump administration is using U.S. military power against Iran without a clear path to end the conflict.
Why it matters: The Trump administration is using U.S. military power against Iran without a clear path to end the conflict.
Trump is signaling a bigger war effort while Congress faces a possible $200 billion funding demand.
Why it matters: Trump is signaling a bigger war effort while Congress faces a possible $200 billion funding demand.
A technical error at the IRS is obscuring $51 million in campaign contributions tied to state election groups.
Why it matters: A technical error at the IRS is obscuring $51 million in campaign contributions tied to state election groups.
Governor Kathy Hochul is pushing to weaken parts of New York’s climate law by delaying rules and changing how emissions are counted.
Why it matters: Governor Kathy Hochul is pushing to weaken parts of New York’s climate law by delaying rules and changing how emissions are counted.
The Trump administration is under fire after more than 100 asylum seekers were wrongly deported in violation of a court-approved settlement.
Why it matters: The Trump administration is under fire after more than 100 asylum seekers were wrongly deported in violation of a court-approved settlement.
A Little Rock restaurant’s clash with Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has spilled into a public political fight.
Why it matters: A Little Rock restaurant’s clash with Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has spilled into a public political fight.
Gov. JB Pritzker is pushing Democrats to consider criminal prosecutions of Trump officials if they win back the White House.
Why it matters: Gov. JB Pritzker is pushing Democrats to consider criminal prosecutions of Trump officials if they win back the White House.
John Ratcliffe said U.S. intelligence had warned that Iran could target U.S. assets if Israel attacked first.
Why it matters: John Ratcliffe said U.S. intelligence had warned that Iran could target U.S. assets if Israel attacked first.
A 19-year-old Mexican teen died in ICE custody, and Mexico’s president is demanding a full investigation.
Why it matters: A 19-year-old Mexican teen died in ICE custody, and Mexico’s president is demanding a full investigation.
The Justice Department has sued Harvard, saying the university failed to protect students from discrimination tied to the post-October 7 fallout.
Why it matters: The Justice Department has sued Harvard, saying the university failed to protect students from discrimination tied to the post-October 7 fallout.
Speaker Mike Johnson has delayed a key House vote on FISA reauthorization as Republican resistance grows over warrantless surveillance powers.
Why it matters: Speaker Mike Johnson has delayed a key House vote on FISA reauthorization as Republican resistance grows over warrantless surveillance powers.
The Palo Alto Unified School District Board of Education has named Herb Espiritu, the district’s Director of Certificated Human Resources, as acting superintendent through April 21.
Why it matters: The Palo Alto Unified School District Board of Education has named Herb Espiritu, the district’s Director of Certificated Human Resources, as acting superintendent through April 21.
A federal case involving the Bowling Green Independent Schools board puts Kentucky school governance in focus.
Why it matters: A federal case involving the Bowling Green Independent Schools board puts Kentucky school governance in focus.
Daniel Biss won the Democratic congressional primary by turning out strong in Evanston and the inner suburbs.
Why it matters: Daniel Biss won the Democratic congressional primary by turning out strong in Evanston and the inner suburbs.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren is demanding answers from Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh about possible ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Why it matters: Sen. Elizabeth Warren is demanding answers from Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh about possible ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Florida’s attorney general has opened an investigation into Discord over child-safety concerns.
Why it matters: Florida’s attorney general has opened an investigation into Discord over child-safety concerns.
The Justice Department has subpoenaed former FBI Director James Comey over his role in the 2017 intelligence assessment on Russian election interference.
Why it matters: The Justice Department has subpoenaed former FBI Director James Comey over his role in the 2017 intelligence assessment on Russian election interference.
Mississippi’s State Board of Education approved an updated strategic plan that will guide state education priorities.
Why it matters: Mississippi’s State Board of Education approved an updated strategic plan that will guide state education priorities.
