An NCAA-backed effort to reshape college sport regulations has hit a wall in Congress
Read full article: An NCAA-backed effort to reshape college sport regulations has hit a wall in CongressHouse Republicans plans to vote on a bill regulating college sports has been scrapped due to divisions within their caucus.
Trump's immigration message is colliding with his welcome to World Cup fans
Read full article: Trump's immigration message is colliding with his welcome to World Cup fansPresident Donald Trump will be taking center stage at the World Cup draw as he rolls out the welcome mat for teams and fans from around the globe.
White House tours resume in time for Christmas, but they're different than before
Read full article: White House tours resume in time for Christmas, but they're different than beforePresident Donald Trump's decision to knock down the East Wing to build a big ballroom has significantly altered the visitor experience at the White House.
Bessent says Federal Reserve Board could 'veto' future regional presidents
Read full article: Bessent says Federal Reserve Board could 'veto' future regional presidentsTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday he would push a new requirement that the Federal Reserve’s regional bank presidents live in their districts for at least three years before taking office, a move that could give the White House more power over the independent agency.
The Latest: Pentagon watchdog finds Hegseth put US personnel at risk with Signal use
Read full article: The Latest: Pentagon watchdog finds Hegseth put US personnel at risk with Signal useThe Pentagon’s watchdog has found that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth put U.S. personnel and their mission at risk when he used the Signal messaging app to convey sensitive information about a military strike against Houthi militants in Yemen.
Hegseth cites 'fog of war' in defending follow-on strike on alleged drug boat
Read full article: Hegseth cites 'fog of war' in defending follow-on strike on alleged drug boatDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth is citing the “fog of war” in defending a follow-up strike on an alleged drug-carrying boat in the Caribbean Sea in early September.
Melania Trump reveals White House holiday decorations and her theme, 'Home Is Where the Heart Is'
Read full article: Melania Trump reveals White House holiday decorations and her theme, 'Home Is Where the Heart Is'Melania Trump and Usha Vance, who is married to the vice president, helped military spouses assemble care packages and write holiday cards for deployed service members during an American Red Cross event at a U.
Doctor says Trump had preventative screening MRI on heart, abdomen with 'perfectly normal' results
Read full article: Doctor says Trump had preventative screening MRI on heart, abdomen with 'perfectly normal' resultsDonald Trump’s doctor says the president had MRI imaging on his heart and abdomen in October as part of a preventative screening for men his age.
Immigrant with family ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is detained by ICE
Read full article: Immigrant with family ties to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt is detained by ICEA Massachusetts woman who was once engaged to the brother of White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt remains in ICE custody two weeks after her arrest on the way to pick up the son she shares with her ex-fiance.
The Latest: West Virginia National Guard members shot near White House
Read full article: The Latest: West Virginia National Guard members shot near White HouseTwo West Virginia National Guard members who deployed to the nation’s capital have been shot just blocks from the White House in a brazen act of violence.
Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremony
Read full article: Trump spares turkeys — but not his political opponents — at annual pardoning ceremonyPresident Donald Trump brought insults and grievances to the traditional Thanksgiving turkey pardoning ceremony at the White House.
The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal orders
Read full article: The Latest: FBI seeks interviews with Democratic lawmakers who urged troops to defy illegal ordersDemocratic lawmakers who appeared in a social media video urging U.S. troops to defy “illegal orders” say the FBI has contacted them to begin scheduling interviews, signaling a possible inquiry into the matter.
Trump administration plans to review refugees admitted under Biden, memo obtained by The AP says
Read full article: Trump administration plans to review refugees admitted under Biden, memo obtained by The AP saysThe Trump administration plans to review all refugees admitted during the Biden years, according to a memo obtained by The Associated Press.
AP and Trump administration argue access case before federal appeals court; no ruling yet
Read full article: AP and Trump administration argue access case before federal appeals court; no ruling yetThe Associated Press and the Trump administration renewed their argument over a president’s ability to limit media access to journalists he disagrees with.
A sheriff, a billionaire, a tinge of scandal. California governor's race packs drama, uncertainty
Read full article: A sheriff, a billionaire, a tinge of scandal. California governor's race packs drama, uncertaintyThe race for California governor features former presidential wannabes, a county sheriff, two women who could become the first female to hold the office, current and former House members and at least one billionaire.
Trump teaming up with Jack Nicklaus to revamp 'president's golf course' at Joint Base Andrews
Read full article: Trump teaming up with Jack Nicklaus to revamp 'president's golf course' at Joint Base AndrewsPresident Donald Trump says he's teaming up with legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus to revamp the golf courses at Joint Base Andrews.
Christian pastor's daughter urges US lawmakers to help free her father in China
Read full article: Christian pastor's daughter urges US lawmakers to help free her father in ChinaThe daughter of a detained Chinese Christian pastor is urging U.S. lawmakers to help free her father at a time when President Donald Trump has vowed to “save our Great Christian population” worldwide.
The Latest: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, former Trump loyalist, says she will resign from Congress
Read full article: The Latest: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, former Trump loyalist, says she will resign from CongressRep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia says she is resigning from Congress in January.
France will investigate Musk’s Grok chatbot after Holocaust denial claims
Read full article: France will investigate Musk’s Grok chatbot after Holocaust denial claimsFrance's government is taking action against Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, after it generated posts questioning the use of gas chambers at Auschwitz.
Treasury plans to change tax credit eligibility in a move critics say will hurt immigrant taxpayers
Read full article: Treasury plans to change tax credit eligibility in a move critics say will hurt immigrant taxpayersThe U.S. Treasury Department plans to reclassify certain refundable tax credits as "federal public benefits," barring undocumented immigrants and some noncitizens from receiving them.
Trump administration threatens to withhold $75M from Pennsylvania over immigrant truck drivers
Read full article: Trump administration threatens to withhold $75M from Pennsylvania over immigrant truck driversThe Trump administration has threatened to withhold nearly $75 million in funding if Pennsylvania does not immediately revoke what the administration claims are illegally issued commercial driver’s licenses to immigrants.
Gov. Greg Abbott wants DPS to launch investigation into Muslim brotherhood, CAIR after labeling them terrorist group
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott wants DPS to launch investigation into Muslim brotherhood, CAIR after labeling them terrorist groupAbbott wants the DPS to investigate CAIR for threats of violence, intimidation and harassment
House votes to repeal provision that allows senators to sue over phone record seizures
Read full article: House votes to repeal provision that allows senators to sue over phone record seizuresThe House has voted to repeal part of a new law that lets senators sue the federal government for millions of dollars if their personal or office data is accessed without their knowledge.
Trump says he'll push for peace in Sudan after Saudi crown prince urged greater US involvement
Read full article: Trump says he'll push for peace in Sudan after Saudi crown prince urged greater US involvementPresident Donald Trump says he's turning his attention to helping find an end to the brutal civil war in Sudan.
Trump attacks ABC reporter after question about killing of Saudi journalist Khashoggi
Read full article: Trump attacks ABC reporter after question about killing of Saudi journalist KhashoggiPresident Donald Trump denounced ABC News chief White House correspondent Mary Bruce as a “terrible reporter” and threatened the network's license to broadcast after she asked three sharp questions in the Oval Office on Tuesday.
The Latest: Trump to decide on Epstein files release after Senate agrees to pass the legislation
Read full article: The Latest: Trump to decide on Epstein files release after Senate agrees to pass the legislationBoth the House and Senate have acted decisively to pass a bill forcing the Justice Department to release its files on the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump defends Tucker Carlson after interview with activist known for his antisemitic views
Read full article: Trump defends Tucker Carlson after interview with activist known for his antisemitic viewsPresident Donald Trump is brushing aside concerns about conservative commentator Tucker Carlson’s recent interview with a far-right activist known for his antisemitic views.
Trump plans to meet with Mamdani, says he'll 'work something out' with New York City's mayor-elect
Read full article: Trump plans to meet with Mamdani, says he'll 'work something out' with New York City's mayor-electPresident Donald Trump is indicating that he plans to meet with New York City’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and says they’ll “work something out."
White House Historical Association reclaims Rockwell sketches for $7.25 million at auction
Read full article: White House Historical Association reclaims Rockwell sketches for $7.25 million at auctionThe White House Historical Association has paid $7.25 million at auction to reclaim a series of Norman Rockwell sketches that once hung in the West Wing.
These are the 37 donors helping pay for Trump's $300 million White House ballroom
Read full article: These are the 37 donors helping pay for Trump's $300 million White House ballroomThe White House's list of 37 donors to President Donald Trump's $300 million ballroom project includes crypto billionaires, powerful financiers, tobacco companies, tech giants, media companies, longtime Republican donors and several of the president’s neighbors in Florida.
Adelita Grijalva sworn in as the House's newest member, paving the way for an Epstein files vote
Read full article: Adelita Grijalva sworn in as the House's newest member, paving the way for an Epstein files voteAfter weeks of delay, Democrat Adelita Grijalva of Arizona is a member of the U.S. House.
President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruption
Read full article: President Trump signs government funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruptionPresident Donald Trump has signed a government funding bill that ends a record 43-day shutdown.
What to know about Trump’s plan to give Americans a $2,000 tariff dividend
Read full article: What to know about Trump’s plan to give Americans a $2,000 tariff dividendPresident Donald Trump boasts that his tariffs protect American industries, lure factories to the United States, raise money for the federal government and give him diplomatic leverage.
The Latest: Supreme Court keeps a block on SNAP payments, as shutdown potentially nears an end
Read full article: The Latest: Supreme Court keeps a block on SNAP payments, as shutdown potentially nears an endThe Supreme Court has extended an order blocking full SNAP payments amid signals that the government shutdown could soon end and food aid payments resume.
Democrats seize on Trump administration's efforts to fight food stamp payments
Read full article: Democrats seize on Trump administration's efforts to fight food stamp paymentsThe Trump administration’s legal efforts to fight having to fully fund food stamps for millions of vulnerable Americans is creating an opening for Democrats eager to use the longest government shutdown in U.S. history to paint the president as callous and out of touch.
Justice Department issues flurry of subpoenas in fresh inquiry into Trump-Russia probe: AP sources
Read full article: Justice Department issues flurry of subpoenas in fresh inquiry into Trump-Russia probe: AP sourcesThe Justice Department has embarked on a fresh investigation into one of President Donald Trump’s chief grievances, issuing a flurry of subpoenas related to the U.S. government’s inquiry into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election.
Trump says US to boycott G20 in South Africa, repeating allegations about treatment of white farmers
Read full article: Trump says US to boycott G20 in South Africa, repeating allegations about treatment of white farmersPresident Donald Trump says no U.S. government officials will be attending the Group of 20 summit this year in South Africa, citing the country’s treatment of white farmers.
Orbán says Trump will not punish Hungary for buying Russian energy, reducing impact of sanctions
Read full article: Orbán says Trump will not punish Hungary for buying Russian energy, reducing impact of sanctionsHungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán says his country has received an exemption from U.S. sanctions on Russian energy after a meeting in the White House with President Donald Trump.
Tuesday’s races were a quiet rebuke of Trump for many voters, AP Voter Poll finds
Read full article: Tuesday’s races were a quiet rebuke of Trump for many voters, AP Voter Poll findsPresident Donald Trump wasn’t on the ballot in Tuesday’s elections, but many voters in key races made their choice in opposition to him or considered him to be irrelevant, according to the AP Voter Poll.
President Donald Trump, in Miami, brags about the economy despite an election-night rebuke
Read full article: President Donald Trump, in Miami, brags about the economy despite an election-night rebukePresident Donald Trump celebrated his economic achievements on the anniversary of his election victory.
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns of 'mass chaos' in skies if shutdown continues
Read full article: Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warns of 'mass chaos' in skies if shutdown continuesTransportation Secretary Sean Duffy predicted Tuesday that there could be chaos in the skies next week if the government shutdown drags on and air traffic controllers miss a second paycheck.
The Latest: White House walks back Trump’s threat to SNAP
Read full article: The Latest: White House walks back Trump’s threat to SNAPPresident Donald Trump caused some confusion earlier Tuesday when he appeared to threaten SNAP benefits unless Democrats voted to reopen the government — despite court orders mandating that the administration keep the nation’s largest food program running.
What's on the ballot in the first general election since Donald Trump became president
Read full article: What's on the ballot in the first general election since Donald Trump became presidentDonald Trump features prominently in state and local elections happening Tuesday, a year after he retook the White House.
Shutdown stalemate set to drag into sixth week as Trump pushes Republicans to change Senate rules
Read full article: Shutdown stalemate set to drag into sixth week as Trump pushes Republicans to change Senate rulesRepublicans and Democrats remained at a stalemate on the government shutdown over the weekend as it headed into its sixth week, with millions of Americans starting to lose food aid benefits and President Donald Trump pushing GOP leaders to change Senate rules to end it.
Federal judge rules Trump can’t require citizenship proof on the federal voting form
Read full article: Federal judge rules Trump can’t require citizenship proof on the federal voting formPresident Donald Trump’s request to add a documentary proof of citizenship requirement to the federal voter registration form cannot be enforced.
Air traffic controller shortages lead to broader US flight delays as shutdown nears one-month mark
Read full article: Air traffic controller shortages lead to broader US flight delays as shutdown nears one-month markContinued staffing shortages in air traffic control facilities are causing delays at airports as the government shutdown nears the one-month mark.
Trump hosts White House Halloween bash with superheroes and presidential lookalikes amid shutdown
Read full article: Trump hosts White House Halloween bash with superheroes and presidential lookalikes amid shutdownPresident Donald Trump and First Lady Melania hosted a Halloween celebration at the White House.
Texas House Dems urge Gov. Greg Abbott to fund state’s SNAP benefits amid government shutdown
Read full article: Texas House Dems urge Gov. Greg Abbott to fund state’s SNAP benefits amid government shutdownTexas House Democrats sent a letter to Governor Greg Abbott urging him to declare a state of emergency and fund SNAP benefits for 3.5 million Texans who will lose food assistance in November due to the government shutdown.
The new $50M Literary Arts Fund will support independent publishers and nonprofits
Read full article: The new $50M Literary Arts Fund will support independent publishers and nonprofitsA coalition of seven charitable foundations has established a Literary Arts Fund to support independent publishers and nonprofit organizations.
Trump administration must restore grants for school counselors, judge rules
Read full article: Trump administration must restore grants for school counselors, judge rulesA federal judge has ruled that the Trump administration must release millions in grants meant to address the shortage of mental health workers in schools.
The East Wing of the White House is gone. Here's a look at some of the history made there
Read full article: The East Wing of the White House is gone. Here's a look at some of the history made thereBetty Ford reportedly said that if the White House West Wing is the “mind” of the nation, then the East Wing is the “heart.”.
Government shutdown likely means no inflation data next month for 1st time in decades
Read full article: Government shutdown likely means no inflation data next month for 1st time in decadesThe government shutdown likely means there won’t be an inflation report next month for the first time in more than seven decades, the White House said Friday, leaving Wall Street and the Federal Reserve without crucial information about consumer prices.
Some furloughed workers will return to manage health insurance open enrollment as shutdown drags on
Read full article: Some furloughed workers will return to manage health insurance open enrollment as shutdown drags onThe Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services says it will temporarily bring all its furloughed employees back to work starting Monday to manage health insurance open enrollment.
Satellite images show before and after of demolition of White House East Wing
Read full article: Satellite images show before and after of demolition of White House East WingNew satellite images taken Thursday show the scale of the demolition of the White House East Wing as President Donald Trump moves forward with the construction of a new ballroom at the White House.
What lawmakers are saying about Trump's demolition of the East Wing
Read full article: What lawmakers are saying about Trump's demolition of the East WingMembers of Congress are divided largely along party lines on the demolition of the East Wing of the White House to make room for a 90,000-square-foot ballroom that President Donald Trump wants to build.
White House East Wing demolished as Trump moves forward with ballroom construction, AP photos show
Read full article: White House East Wing demolished as Trump moves forward with ballroom construction, AP photos showAssociated Press photos show the entire White House East Wing has been demolished as President Donald Trump moves ahead with building a ballroom.
University of Virginia strikes deal to pause Trump administration investigations
Read full article: University of Virginia strikes deal to pause Trump administration investigationsThe U.S. Justice Department has announced an agreement with the University of Virginia to pause civil rights investigations.
Trump says he'd have final say on money he seeks over past federal investigations into his conduct
Read full article: Trump says he'd have final say on money he seeks over past federal investigations into his conductPresident Donald Trump says the federal government owes him “a lot of money” for prior Justice Department investigations into his actions and insists that any decision on a payout would “have to go across my desk.”.
Trump's nominee to lead a watchdog agency hits trouble over MLK and 'Nazi streak' text messages
Read full article: Trump's nominee to lead a watchdog agency hits trouble over MLK and 'Nazi streak' text messagesPresident Donald Trump's pick to lead an office charged with protecting whistleblowers appears to be in jeopardy.
With no takers yet, White House meets with colleges still weighing an agreement with Trump
Read full article: With no takers yet, White House meets with colleges still weighing an agreement with TrumpFive remaining universities have been weighing an offer from President Donald Trump to sign a “compact” for higher education.
With no takers yet, White House meets with colleges still weighing an agreement with Trump
Read full article: With no takers yet, White House meets with colleges still weighing an agreement with TrumpFive remaining universities have been weighing an offer from President Donald Trump to sign a “compact” for higher education.
Democrats say Trump needs to be involved in shutdown talks. He's shown little interest in doing so
Read full article: Democrats say Trump needs to be involved in shutdown talks. He's shown little interest in doing soDemocrats are calling on President Donald Trump to get more involved with negotiations to end the government shutdown.
Trump plans to leave his mark on Washington by building a Paris-like arch near the Lincoln Memorial
Read full article: Trump plans to leave his mark on Washington by building a Paris-like arch near the Lincoln MemorialPresident Donald Trump plans to leave his mark on the nation's capital by building a Paris-like arch at one of the entrances to the District of Columbia.
FDA unveils drugs to receive expedited review in support of 'national priorities'
Read full article: FDA unveils drugs to receive expedited review in support of 'national priorities'The Food and Drug Administration is announcing the first round of drugs that will receive drastically expedited reviews at the agency.
Trump announces a deal with a manufacturer to make a common fertility drug cheaper for IVF patients
Read full article: Trump announces a deal with a manufacturer to make a common fertility drug cheaper for IVF patientsDrugmaker EMD Serono has agreed to lower the cost of a common fertility medication through a deal with the Trump administration.
Trump hosts glitzy dinner for wealthy donors to new White House ballroom
Read full article: Trump hosts glitzy dinner for wealthy donors to new White House ballroomPresident Donald Trump has welcomed nearly 130 donors, allies and representatives of major companies for a dinner at the White House to reward them for their contributions to a new $250 million ballroom project.
Trump claims India will stop buying Russian oil, escalating pressure on Moscow over Ukraine war
Read full article: Trump claims India will stop buying Russian oil, escalating pressure on Moscow over Ukraine warPresident Donald Trump says Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has personally assured him that India will stop buying Russian oil.
US is working on doubling aid to Argentina to $40 billion by tapping private funding sources
Read full article: US is working on doubling aid to Argentina to $40 billion by tapping private funding sourcesThe Trump administration is looking to provide an additional $20 billion in financing for Argentina.
Trump threatens to yank World Cup games from Boston though it's up to FIFA to choose sites
Read full article: Trump threatens to yank World Cup games from Boston though it's up to FIFA to choose sitesPresident Donald Trump is threatening to relocate World Cup matches set to be played next year in suburban Boston.
US kills 6 people in strike on boat accused of carrying drugs near Venezuela, Trump says
Read full article: US kills 6 people in strike on boat accused of carrying drugs near Venezuela, Trump saysPresident Donald Trump says the U.S. has struck another boat accused of carrying drugs in the waters off Venezuela.
WIC food program receives $300M to keep running during government shutdown
Read full article: WIC food program receives $300M to keep running during government shutdownThe Trump administration has provided a $300 million infusion to a food aid program for low-income mothers and children, easing concerns about funding during the government shutdown.