FBI's search of Trump's Florida estate: Why now?

The FBI’s unprecedented search of former President Trump’s Florida residence ricocheted around government, politics and a polarized country Tuesday along with questions as to why the Justice Department decided to take such a drastic step.

GOP seeking power over elections in Wisconsin, Minnesota

The GOP candidates say dismantling the elections commission and giving power to the secretary of state to oversee elections would let voters hold someone accountable for election-related decisions.

One year after Afghanistan, spy agencies pivot toward China

Lawmakers want more information about China's development in advanced technologies that are likely to disrupt how future wars are fought and economies are structured.

ON THE HILL: Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen discusses Inflation Reduction Act

In case you missed it Sunday morning, FOX 5's "On the Hill" program hosted Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen from Capitol Hill to talk about Senate negotiations over the Inflation Reduction Act.

Senate passes Inflation Reduction Act; House to vote next

The estimated $740 billion package heads next to the House, where lawmakers are poised to deliver on President Joe Biden's priorities.

Montgomery Co. Executive Race: Marc Elrich claims victory as David Blair calls for recount

The tightly contested race to become the democratic nominee for Montgomery County Executive remains too close to call according the Associated Press, despite one candidate claiming victory and the other calling for a recount.

Eli Lilly, one of Indiana’s biggest employers, says it will expand out-of-state after abortion ban

"We are concerned that this law will hinder Lilly’s – and Indiana’s - ability to attract diverse scientific, engineering and business talent from around the world," Eli Lilly said in a statement.

Democrats expected to remove Iowa from traditional lead-off spot in 2024 campaign

Democrats are poised to boot Iowa from its traditional lead-off spot in the presidential nominating calendar in 2024. It's part of a broader effort to better reflect the party’s deeply diverse electorate by allowing less overwhelmingly white states to vote first.

Democrats' economic package: What remains in and what's out?

The estimated $740-billion proposal, struck by two top negotiators, includes some hard-fought party priorities -- from health care to climate change.

China halts climate, military ties over Pelosi Taiwan visit

China's military exercises in response to House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan has the White House concerned. Officials are asking China’s ambassador to protest what it called China’s “irresponsible” actions.

Dick Cheney calls Trump a 'coward' in ad for daughter Liz

"There has never been an individual who is a greater threat to our republic than Donald Trump," the former VP said. “He tried to steal the last election using lies and violence to keep himself in power after the voters had rejected him."

After Supreme Court ruling, it's open season on US gun laws

Court battles over the ruling come as the Biden administration and police struggle to stop a rise in violent crime and mass shootings, including several deadly shootings involving individuals who bought their guns legally.

Biden signs executive order aimed at protecting travel for abortion

One of the directives allows states that have not outlawed abortion to apply for specific Medicaid waivers that would, in effect, help them treat women who have traveled from out of state.

New crypto oversight legislation arrives as industry shakes

Crypto investors have seen prices drop and companies crater with fortunes and jobs disappearing. Some firms have been accused by federal regulators of running an illegal securities exchange.

Man who pointed AR-15 at BLM protesters heavily defeated in Missouri primary

Mark McCloskey, who faced criminal charges for waving his gun at protesters, announced his run for the Senate last year. He reportedly trailed in fifth place Tuesday with only 3% of the vote.

Kansas voters overwhelmingly reject abortion amendment ban

The proposed amendment to the Kansas Constitution, which would have added language to not grant the right to abortion, was resoundingly struck down by voters Tuesday.

2022 primaries: Takeaways from election results Tuesday night

In one of the biggest days of this year's primary campaign season, voters rejected a measure that would have made it easier to restrict abortion rights in red-state Kansas.

Senate OKs bill to expand aid to veterans exposed to toxic burn pits, sends to Biden

The Senate has given final approval to a bill enhancing health care and disability benefits for millions of veterans exposed to toxic burn pits while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan.