Senate Republicans are accusing their Democratic counterparts of playing “political games” as the caucus appears ready to escalate the standoff over funding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). There’s been little movement to reopen DHS during the weekslong partial shutdown, leading to outcry from Republicans over long wait times and missed flights at airports across … Read more
A top national figure in the bail industry warned of the dangers behind a Virginia bill heading to Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s desk that would remove bond requirements for previously convicted felons. Virginia state Del. Katrina Callsen, D-Charlottesville, drafted HB 357, which critics say makes it easier for criminals to get out of jail on an … Read more
Justice correspondent most known for his January 6 Capitol riot coverage, is latest to quit Bari Weiss-led network Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox Scott MacFarlane, the CBS News justice correspondent most known for his extensive coverage of the January 6 Capitol insurrection, surprised colleagues on … Read more
West coast state’s average cost per gallon has climbed $0.55 since the conflict in Middle East began over a week ago Middle East crisis – live updates Sign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email The war in Iran has caused a spike in gas prices that is hitting California consumers especially hard, according … Read more
Walter ‘Ted’ Carter Jr says he ‘made a mistake in allowing inappropriate access to Ohio State leadership’ Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox The president of the Ohio State University has resigned following the disclosure of an “inappropriate relationship” to the college’s board of trustees. In … Read more
Merger to take drone firm public is latest business move by Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr as father is in White House Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox A golf club company backed by the sons of Donald Trump is merging with drone manufacturer Powerus … Read more
Federal investigators sought and obtained records relating to the 2020 election in Arizona, the Republican leader of the state Senate said Monday.“Late last week I received and complied with a federal grand jury subpoena for records relating to the Arizona State Senate’s 2020 audit of Maricopa County,” state Senate President Warren Petersen said in a … Read more
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is warning state health agencies about potential Chinese spying through medical technology. Abbott directed Texas state health agencies and public university systems to address potential cybersecurity risks linked to Chinese-manufactured medical devices, citing concerns that sensitive patient data could be accessed by foreign actors. “Governor @GregAbbott_TX released a letter directing state … Read more
A new national poll is the latest to indicate that Democrats are facing major problems with their party’s image. Just 30% of registered voters in an NBC News poll view the Democratic Party positively, compared to 52% who view it negatively. The poll, the latest over the past year to indicate the Democratic Party brand, … Read more
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill could soon add another priority to their growing agenda as Republicans work to navigate a partial government shutdown and other deadlines looming in the next several weeks — weighing whether to provide additional cash to fund President Donald Trump’s operation in Iran. Early chatter is beginning in the House of Representatives … Read more
