Federal prisoner serving 20-year sentence in New York advances in Alaska US House primary
Eric Hafner, who is serving time in a New York federal prison, has advanced in the primary for Alaska's lone U.S. House seat.
Eric Hafner, who is serving time in a New York federal prison, has advanced in the primary for Alaska's lone U.S. House seat.
Who will replace Karoline Leavitt?
Thursday is Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s last day at the White House.
Thursday is Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s last day at the White House.
Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, further deepening the rift between the U.S. and what was once one of its strongest allies.
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America, further deepening the rift between the U.S. and what was once one of its strongest allies.
Emergency hearing over Kennedy Center renaming, repairs ends without final ruling
An emergency hearing Wednesday over the repairs and renaming of the Kennedy Center ended without a ruling after a federal judge raised questions about the urgency behind the move.
An emergency hearing Wednesday over the repairs and renaming of the Kennedy Center ended without a ruling after a federal judge raised questions about the urgency behind the move.
Wes Moore holds nearly 48-to-1 cash advantage over Dan Cox in Maryland rematch
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore holds an overwhelming financial advantage over Republican Dan Cox as the two prepare for a rematch of their lopsided 2022 contest, according to newly filed campaign finance reports with the Maryland State Board of Elections.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore holds an overwhelming financial advantage over Republican Dan Cox as the two prepare for a rematch of their lopsided 2022 contest, according to newly filed campaign finance reports with the Maryland State Board of Elections.
Wes Moore holds massive cash edge over Dan Cox in rematch
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore holds an overwhelming financial advantage over Republican Dan Cox as the two prepare for a rematch of their lopsided 2022 contest, according to newly filed campaign finance reports.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore holds an overwhelming financial advantage over Republican Dan Cox as the two prepare for a rematch of their lopsided 2022 contest, according to newly filed campaign finance reports.
Johnson’s future as speaker rides on midterms
NOTUS reporter Reese Gorman spent a few days on the road following House Speaker Mike Johnson as he campaigns ahead of the midterms. “If they keep the majority, he will stay speaker for sure,” Gorman told Jim Lokay on The Final 5, but Republican losses could cloud his future not just in leadership, but in Congress.
NOTUS reporter Reese Gorman spent a few days on the road following House Speaker Mike Johnson as he campaigns ahead of the midterms. “If they keep the majority, he will stay speaker for sure,” Gorman told Jim Lokay on The Final 5, but Republican losses could cloud his future not just in leadership, but in Congress.
LWV head warns mail ballot fight is sowing midterm confusion
League of Women Voters CEO Celina Stewart says legal battles over President Trump’s election executive order and proposed mail-in ballot rules are creating uncertainty just months before the midterms. On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, she argues the changes could complicate election planning, undermine voter confidence and discourage participation.
League of Women Voters CEO Celina Stewart says legal battles over President Trump’s election executive order and proposed mail-in ballot rules are creating uncertainty just months before the midterms. On The Final 5 with Jim Lokay, she argues the changes could complicate election planning, undermine voter confidence and discourage participation.
Judge denies Minnesota bid to keep ICE agent jailed in Texas
A judge has denied an attempt by Minnesota officials to block the release of the ICE agent charged in a January shooting in Minneapolis as the state battles with Texas Governor Greg Abbott over the agent's extradition.
A judge has denied an attempt by Minnesota officials to block the release of the ICE agent charged in a January shooting in Minneapolis as the state battles with Texas Governor Greg Abbott over the agent's extradition.
Maryland court blocks Democratic backed redistricting amendment from November ballot
A Maryland court ruled that a Democratic‑backed constitutional amendment cannot appear on the November ballot, blocking an effort that could have allowed lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional districts ahead of the 2028 elections.
A Maryland court ruled that a Democratic‑backed constitutional amendment cannot appear on the November ballot, blocking an effort that could have allowed lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional districts ahead of the 2028 elections.
How to avoid a Social Security cut? Lawmakers float plans to protect benefits
Lawmakers are floating several plans to prevent a projected Social Security benefit cut beginning in 2032.
Lawmakers are floating several plans to prevent a projected Social Security benefit cut beginning in 2032.
Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP senate nomination
Darline Graham has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in South Carolina, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman after a close runoff election to determine the GOP nominee for the seat vacated after the passing of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Darline Graham has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in South Carolina, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman after a close runoff election to determine the GOP nominee for the seat vacated after the passing of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham.
Dolly Parton honored by President Trump as flags are ordered to half staff
President Donald Trump ordered U.S. flags flown at half‑staff through September 1 to honor Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday in Nashville at age 80.
President Donald Trump ordered U.S. flags flown at half‑staff through September 1 to honor Dolly Parton, who died Tuesday in Nashville at age 80.
U.S.-Canada trade talks collapse amid sovereignty dispute
Consumer Choice Center policy director David Clement says reported last-minute U.S. demands involving Canada’s trade relationships and bilingualism policies likely derailed a potential agreement. Clement says the proposals crossed fundamental sovereignty lines, while escalating rhetoric from Ontario Premier Doug Ford could make tensions with President Trump even worse.
Consumer Choice Center policy director David Clement says reported last-minute U.S. demands involving Canada’s trade relationships and bilingualism policies likely derailed a potential agreement. Clement says the proposals crossed fundamental sovereignty lines, while escalating rhetoric from Ontario Premier Doug Ford could make tensions with President Trump even worse.
Eisen dismisses Trump threat to demolish Kennedy Center
Norm Eisen joins the Final 5 with Jim Lokay to President Trump cannot legally demolish, close or rename the Kennedy Center, citing federal court rulings and congressional authority over the institution. Eisen, who helped Rep. Joyce Beatty successfully challenge the administration’s actions, calls the demolition threat an attempt to bully opponents after the courts blocked Trump’s name from the building.
Norm Eisen joins the Final 5 with Jim Lokay to President Trump cannot legally demolish, close or rename the Kennedy Center, citing federal court rulings and congressional authority over the institution. Eisen, who helped Rep. Joyce Beatty successfully challenge the administration’s actions, calls the demolition threat an attempt to bully opponents after the courts blocked Trump’s name from the building.
What the Supreme Court's mail-in ballot decision could mean
The Supreme Court ruling created a path for President Donald Trump’s restrictions on mail-in voting, introducing uncertainty for millions of voters accustomed to casting their ballots by mail.
The Supreme Court ruling created a path for President Donald Trump’s restrictions on mail-in voting, introducing uncertainty for millions of voters accustomed to casting their ballots by mail.
Supreme Court clears way for Trump mail-in voting restrictions
The Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for President Donald Trump to move ahead with his executive order restricting mail-in voting.
The Supreme Court on Monday cleared the way for President Donald Trump to move ahead with his executive order restricting mail-in voting.
Zip Trip to The Wharf: Ballet Folklorico El Tepeyac
Ballet Folklorico El Tepeyac performed.
Ballet Folklorico El Tepeyac performed.
Karoline Leavitt reveals next role after leaving White House press secretary post
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is returning to her old job after she leaves her post at the end of the month.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is returning to her old job after she leaves her post at the end of the month.
Trump's plan to lower beef prices faces pushback from ranchers and some Republicans
President Trump is planning to allow more imported beef into the U.S. for the next 90 days in an effort to lower record-high beef prices.
President Trump is planning to allow more imported beef into the U.S. for the next 90 days in an effort to lower record-high beef prices.