Trump's approval rating drops to lowest so far in second-term: Gallup
President Trump’s approval rating dropped to its lowest point since he took office the second time, Gallup’s latest poll found. Here’s what the numbers are saying.
Trump administration says it is halting all asylum decisions after National Guard shooting
The Trump administration has announced it is halting all asylum decisions in the wake of the National Guard shooting in Washington, D.C. Here's what we know.
Trump administration to review green card holders from 'countries of concern.' What we know
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services director announced in a social media post that the agency will conduct a full review of what he referred to as “high-risk" countries.
Immigrant linked to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt being held in ICE detention
A Massachusetts woman formerly engaged to the brother of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has been held in ICE custody for two weeks after being arrested during a traffic stop.
Bowser says she's leaving DC in a 'great place' after announcing she's not seeking re-election
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser said she knows she's leaving the city in a "great place" after announcing that she's not seeking re-election for a fourth term.
Stimulus payment November 2025, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not confirmed that any new stimulus checks are scheduled in the coming weeks.
Expert says Ukraine peace deal is closer than ever but key obstacles remain
George Beebe of the Quincy Institute told The Final 5 with Jim Lokay that negotiations to end the Ukraine war are at their closest point yet. He warned that major hurdles still stand in the way — including territorial demands, Ukraine’s manpower and air-defense shortages, and limits on potential U.S. security guarantees.
Scouting America 'surprised, deeply saddened' by news US military may sever ties
In the leaked memo, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth allegedly said the Boy Scouts had become an organization that attacks "boy-friendly spaces."
DC residents react after Mayor Bowser announces she will not seek another term
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser says after ten years of serving in her hometown, it's time to pass the baton.
New Dept. of Education directives: How could students be affected by them?
Last week, the Trump administration announced a number of new actions aimed at dismantling the Department of Education, a move that former department officials and civil rights experts say could have wide-ranging effects on American students.
Pentagon investigating Arizona Senator Mark Kelly over video
Arizona's senior senator is now under investigation by the Pentagon, after he took part in a video with other Democratic lawmakers where they told military members that they can "refuse illegal orders."
