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Boasberg reverses course on Jan. 6 defendants pardoned by Trump

Boasberg reversed course on an earlier ruling involving high-dollar restitution payments, Jan. 6 defendants, and key separation of powers issues.

Major county sheriff rejects ICE detainer on illegal immigrant who killed young boy in hit-and-run

The San Diego County Sheriff’s Office rejected an immigration detainer on a criminal illegal immigrant responsible for a felony hit-and-run that resulted in the death of a young boy.

Federal probe targets alleged Minnesota Somali fraud ‘network’ as COVID-aid crime rings persist

SBA launches federal probe into Somali community groups linked to $1 billion Minnesota COVID fraud scandal involving Gov. Tim Walz's administration.

A California Republican faces long odds after redistricting. Will he seek a safer seat in Texas?

In heavily Democratic California, one prominent Republican U.S. House member is considering an audacious maneuver — moving to Texas to run for Congress

Pro-reparations progressive Democrat who wants ICE abolished mounts long shot Senate bid to succeed McConnell

Former Bluegrass State lawmaker Charles Booker, who espouses far-left policy views, has mounted a U.S. Senate bid to succeed outgoing GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell.

President Trump's contempt shocks the country's largest Somali community

Even for a president who has long made clear he's no fan of Somalia, the latest round of contempt from Donald Trump was a shock in the country's largest Somali community in Minnesota

Comer accuses Oversight Dems of 'cherry-picking' Epstein Island files: 'Chasing headlines'

House Oversight Chairman James Comer accuses Democrats of selectively releasing Epstein materials, claiming some images were already published months ago.

The Tennessee 'waltz': Republicans and Democrats dance around special election results meaning

Tennessee special election results spark debate over 2026 midterms as Republicans maintain House seat despite heavy Democratic spending and efforts.

Americans want US to lead globally but doubt military can win major wars overseas, survey finds

New Reagan Institute survey reveals Americans want stronger global leadership but question military readiness, with only 49% confident in armed forces.

Trump warns US may launch land operations inside Venezuela ‘very soon,’ says regime sent ‘killers’ to America

President Donald Trump warns Venezuela sent 'killers and gang members' to U.S., as he vows aggressive response to fentanyl crisis killing hundreds of thousands.

Model, DJ linked to violent Tren de Aragua gang leader sanctioned by Trump administration

U.S. officials sanctioned Venezuelan entertainer Jimena Araya Navarro, accusing her of laundering funds and supporting the violent Tren de Aragua gang.

Social media reactions reveal why both parties celebrated after GOP candidate won special election

Republicans said voters rejected Aftyn Behn’s activism after Matt Van Epps won the race for Tennessee's 7th Congressional District, while Democrats celebrated the narrower margin.

US Institute of Peace officially renamed for Trump as White House moves to dismantle agency: 'Congratulations'

Trump administration renames U.S. Institute of Peace as Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace as State Department calls president "greatest dealmaker" in American history.

Florida starts redistricting talks in a growing battle for House control in 2026 elections

Florida is poised to join the wave of states debating how they might reshape congressional voting districts, as political parties grapple for an edge in next year's midterm elections

Lawmakers to hear from Navy admiral who ordered attack that killed boat strike survivors

The Navy admiral who reportedly issued orders to fire upon survivors of an attack on an alleged drug boat is set to brief Congress