Trump's birthright citizenship order is unconstitutional, appeals court says
A federal appeals court said Wednesday that President Trump's executive order curtailing birthright citizenship is unconstitutional.
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Columbia to pay $200M settlement to federal government over investigations
Columbia University will pay a $200 million settlement to the federal government as part of an agreement to resolve investigations into alleged violations of anti-discrimination laws.
House committee votes to subpoena DOJ for Epstein files
Three Republicans defied GOP leaders to vote in favor of subpoenaing files related to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
U.S. and EU scramble to strike a trade deal ahead of Aug. 1 deadline
This week's U.S. trade agreement with Japan could provide a framework for a pact with the European Union, experts say.
Hegseth's Signal messages included info from classified email, watchdog has evidence
The Pentagon's internal watchdog has evidence that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used details from a classified email when he shared information about US strikes on Yemen on Signal earlier this year, according to two U.S. officials.
Supreme Court lets Trump fire 3 members of Consumer Product Safety Commission
The Supreme Court on Wednesday said it will allow President Trump to fire three members of the independent Consumer Product Safety Commission.
House committee subpoenas Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell
The House Oversight Committee wants Maxwell to testify on Aug. 11.
Federal judge in Florida denies DOJ request to unseal Epstein grand jury material
A federal judge in Florida has denied the Justice Department's request to unseal grand jury material stemming from investigations into Jeffrey Epstein in 2005 and 2007.
Judge orders Abrego Garcia released from criminal custody
U.S. District Judge Paula Xinis barred federal immigration authorities from immediately taking Kilmar Abrego Garcia into custody once he is released from criminal confinement in Tennessee.
Trump administration violated the law by withholding some Head Start funds, congressional watchdog finds
Head Start serves low-income children through grants for nutritional, health and educational services.
White House unveils U.S. strategic plan on AI. Here's what it includes.
A White House AI Action Plan outlines steps to advance U.S. artificial intelligence innovation and infrastructure.
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ICE on track for most deportations since Obama years, but still short of goal
ICE is on pace to record its most deportations since the Obama administration, internal government figures show.
Trump administration investigating Harvard's participation in foreign visa program
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the investigation on Wednesday, the latest in a series of actions the Trump administration has taken targeting Harvard University.
French President Emmanuel Macron sues right-wing podcaster Candace Owens
French President and first lady Brigitte Macron filed the 22-count lawsuit against Candace Owens in Delaware Superior Court.
Lawler to sit out N.Y. governor's race, seek reelection in House
Rep. Mike Lawler says he will run for reelection in New York's 17th Congressional District in the 2026 midterms, forgoing a bid for governor.
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Senate rejects funding bills again as government shutdown continues into second week
The government shutdown stretched into its sixth day on Monday with no signs of an imminent resolution. Follow live updates here.
Illinois, Chicago sue to block Trump deployment of National Guard
The state of Illinois and city of Chicago are suing the Trump administration over their plans to deploy the National Guard.
Israel and Hamas begin indirect Gaza ceasefire talks in Egypt
President Trump wants Israeli and Hamas negotiators to "move fast" in new talks aimed at securing a ceasefire in the Gaza war, spurred by his 20-point plan.
U.S. to take ownership stake in Trilogy Metals, which has Alaskan mining claims
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said the "ownership in that company will benefit the American people."
Ex-NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez charged with felony over violent altercation
Mark Sanchez was hospitalized with multiple stab wounds following a violent altercation over the weekend.
Air traffic controllers told to keep working during government shutdown
National Air Traffic Controllers Association tells its members that failing to report to work could cost them their job.
FBI analyzed some Republican lawmakers' phone records as part of Trump Jan. 6 probe
The FBI in 2023 analyzed phone records of more than a half dozen Republican lawmakers as part of an investigation into efforts by President Trump to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election, GOP senators say.
Costco now sells Ozempic and Wegovy at its pharmacies
A one-month supply of Ozempic and Wegovy will now cost $499 out of pocket for Costco shoppers.
Supreme Court won't take up Ghislaine Maxwell's appeal of conviction
The Supreme Court on Monday said it will not take up a bid by Ghislaine Maxwell to overturn her 2021 conviction for sex trafficking.