Jan. 6, five years later: Lawmakers prepare to mark the day on Capitol Hill

It’s been five years since the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, when rioters stormed the building in an attempt to overturn the presidential election.

Virginia judge questions Trump appointee's US Attorney title

A federal judge is demanding answers from Lindsey Halligan, a Trump appointee who continues to identify herself as the U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia despite a court ruling that declared her appointment unlawful.

Trump demands $6.2M from Fulton County for legal fees after case dismissal

President Donald Trump has filed a motion seeking $6.2 million in legal fee reimbursements from Fulton County after the dismissal of the Georgia election interference case.

Minneapolis ICE shooting: Minnesota's lawmakers react to fatality

The fatal shooting of a woman in south Minneapolis by ICE agents on Wednesday has led to an outpouring of statements by Minnesota’s political leaders, both denouncing the presence of immigration officials and supporting them in their efforts.

Trump eyes Greenland: What to know about renewed interest and rising tension

Comments from President Trump in the aftermath of the Venezuela operation have spurred speculation about the president’s plans for Greenland. Here’s what to know about his interest in the arctic country.

Nicolás Maduro pleads not guilty in NYC court

The capture of Nicolás Maduro represents one of the most aggressive actions taken by the United States against a sitting foreign leader in decades.

Tim Walz ends reelection campaign for governor of Minnesota

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will not seek reelection for a third term as governor, saying he can't give a political campaign his all after what he described as an "extraordinarily difficult year for our state."

Gov. Walz likely to drop out of 2026 MN governor's race: Report

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is likely to announce Monday that he will drop out of the 2026 governor's race, political insider Blois Olson reported on Sunday.

Who is Jocelyn Nungaray? Houston girl mentioned during Trump speech on Venezuela strike

President Donald Trump mentioned Jocelyn Nungaray during a press conference regarding U.S. strike on Venezuela. Two suspected Venezuelan gang members are accused of killing the 12-year-old near her Houston home.

Trump launches Christmas night airstrikes on ISIS 'Terrorist Scum' in Nigeria after killings of Christians

President Donald Trump said the U.S. launched airstrikes in northwest Nigeria on Christmas night targeting ISIS militants he accused of killing Christians, calling the operation decisive and warning further attacks would follow if the violence continues.

New lawsuit, legislation aim to remove Trump's name from Kennedy Center
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Congresswoman April McClain Delaney introduced two pieces of legislation to overturn the attempt to add President Donald Trump's name to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

DOJ says Epstein letter to Larry Nassar released in latest document dump is fake

The federal government is walking back a piece of evidence that was released in its latest document dump which allegedly included correspondence between Jeffrey Epstein and Larry Nassar, saying it is fake.

Kilmar Abrego Garcia: Federal judge bars ICE from re-detaining Garcia through Christmas

A federal judge says Kilmar Abrego Garcia will remain free at least through Christmas after a judge in Maryland extended her order blocking the federal government from taking him into custody.

Trump’s ‘Warrior Dividend’ for military funded through Pentagon, not tariffs

The president suggested last week that a $1,776 Christmas bonus for troops was made possible through tariff revenue – when it was actually money they were already set to receive from the Pentagon.