Texas THC ban: Will Gov. Abbott sign the controversial bill by Sunday?
Political analyst Dr. Mark Jones says Abbott, who is arguably the most popular major politician in Texas, finds himself in the position of a "rock and hard place," in that he has to make a decision on Senate Bill 3, which passed this session.
NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested, released by ICE
Video posted to X shows immigration officials arresting Lander as he says, “I’m not obstructing." Officers appear to pin him against the wall while placing him in handcuffs.
Cornyn to lead Senate hearing on alleged cover-up of Biden’s mental decline
Sen. John Cornyn on Wednesday will lead a hearing on the alleged cover-up of former President Joe Biden's mental decline during his time in office.
Lawmakers shootings: Trump says calling Walz would ‘waste time’
Trump told reporters he wasn’t calling Minnesota’s governor Tim Walz after the lawmakers shooting, calling Walz “slick" and “whacked out" and saying a call would “waste time."
Lawmakers introducing bill to limit Trump from entering war with Iran
This proposed measure would ban U.S. involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict. Here’s what we know.
MyPillow's Mike Lindell found liable for defamation, ordered to pay $2.3M
Eric Coomer was awarded $2.3 million in damages.
These are the most patriotic states in the US for 2025, study shows
Patriotism comes in many forms, and a recent study finds that these areas stand out when it comes to specific categories, including community involvement.
Many Americans believe Medicaid, food stamp programs are underfunded, poll finds
Americans in a recent poll say they think more resources should be allocated for Medicaid and food nutrition assistance programs.
MN lawmaker shootings: Timeline of what of what we know so far
Authorities have shared a timeline of events as the manhunt for 57-year-old Vance Boelter continues in the shootings of two Minnesota state lawmakers and their spouses.
No Kings Day attendance: Over 5 million turned out across US, organizers say
Those millions included an estimated 200,000 people in Los Angeles, 100,000 in Philadelphia, 70,000 in Seattle and over 50,000 in New York.
MN lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter listed pro-choice supporters; No Kings papers found in fake police car
The suspect who fatally shot Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, and injured Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, had a manifesto with pro-life supporters on it, including Democratic lawmakers. He also had “No Kings" papers in his fake police vehicle.
Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Who is suspect Vance Boelter?
A manhunt is underway for 57-year-old Vance Boelter, identified by officials as the person of interest in the targeted shooting of two Minnesota lawmakers.
Live updates: 'No Kings' protests against Trump planned nationwide
The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since President Trump returned to office.
Blog: No Kings protests in Houston
Hundreds of “No Kings" protests were held across the U.S. on Saturday, including half a dozen in the Houston area.
4 detainees escape from Newark ICE detention center after 'revolt,' officials say
Four men escaped from an ICE detention center in Newark, New Jersey, after dozens of migrant detainees reportedly staged a revolt on Thursday.
What is the "No Kings Day" protest about?
Demonstrators will take to the streets across the country this weekend to oppose President Donald Trump’s policies.
Trump plans to phase out FEMA: Here's what it means for states
President Trump says he wants to phase out FEMA and shift the burden to states, but many states don’t have the resources to manage disasters on their own, experts warn.
No Kings protests will rally against Trump Saturday: What to know
“No Kings” protests against President Trump’s policies are scheduled in nearly 2,000 cities across the U.S. Saturday as a military parade rolls in Washington.
David Hogg faces possible ouster from DNC after re-election vote
The Democratic National Committee will hold a new election for two vice chair positions, putting David Hogg’s role at risk amid internal criticism and growing tensions over party reform efforts.
Former Houston mayor Annise Parker running for Harris County judge
Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker announced her campaign for Harris County judge in the November 2026 election.