Trump calls for help to reopen Strait of Hormuz as war in Iran continues
The war involving Iran has entered its third week and is expanding across the Middle East. Here's what you need to know.
The war involving Iran has entered its third week and is expanding across the Middle East. Here's what you need to know.
Kennedy Center board votes in favor of 2-year closure for renovations
The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
FCC chair threatens TV networks over Iran war coverage
Brendan Carr, chairman of the FCC, warned that TV broadcasters could have their licenses revoked if they don’t “correct course” on their coverage of the Trump administration’s war against Iran.
Brendan Carr, chairman of the FCC, warned that TV broadcasters could have their licenses revoked if they don’t “correct course” on their coverage of the Trump administration’s war against Iran.
Chicago Teachers Union calls for school shutdown on May Day to protest Trump
The Chicago Teachers Union wants May 1 off for a day of civic action tied to the May Day labor movement.
The Chicago Teachers Union wants May 1 off for a day of civic action tied to the May Day labor movement.
New Trump orders aim to ease mortgage, construction costs
President Trump signed two orders Friday aimed to make housing more affordable, but it’s unclear how quickly federal measures can spark new construction or lower mortgage costs.
President Trump signed two orders Friday aimed to make housing more affordable, but it’s unclear how quickly federal measures can spark new construction or lower mortgage costs.
Sen. Durbin warns voter eligibility bill could block millions from voting
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin is urging Congress to vote "no" on President Donald Trump and Republicans’ America Act.
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin is urging Congress to vote "no" on President Donald Trump and Republicans’ America Act.
Sen. Durbin warns voter eligibility bill could block millions from voting
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin is urging Congress to vote "no" on President Donald Trump and Republicans’ America Act.
Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin is urging Congress to vote "no" on President Donald Trump and Republicans’ America Act.
‘Titanic-inspired’ statue of Trump, Epstein pops up in DC
A statue depicting President Donald Trump and the late Jeffrey Epstein reenacting that famous Jack and Rose scene in the movie "Titanic," popped up in D.C. earlier this week.
A statue depicting President Donald Trump and the late Jeffrey Epstein reenacting that famous Jack and Rose scene in the movie "Titanic," popped up in D.C. earlier this week.
Trump ramps up pressure to pass voting restrictions bill
Political scientist Constance Mixon breaks down the controversial Save Act, why it’s tied to the government shutdown fight, and what it could mean for voter registration and election integrity in the U.S.
Political scientist Constance Mixon breaks down the controversial Save Act, why it’s tied to the government shutdown fight, and what it could mean for voter registration and election integrity in the U.S.
Tariff refunds may be coming, but the process could be complicated
After the Supreme Court struck down a key tariff tool used by President Donald Trump, companies and consumers are scrambling to seek refunds—though the process is proving confusing and uncertain.
After the Supreme Court struck down a key tariff tool used by President Donald Trump, companies and consumers are scrambling to seek refunds—though the process is proving confusing and uncertain.
Trump targets NIL pay in college sports as athletes cash in: Telander
As NIL deals reshape college sports, President Donald Trump and NCAA leaders are pushing to limit athlete pay while top college football and basketball players continue earning millions.
As NIL deals reshape college sports, President Donald Trump and NCAA leaders are pushing to limit athlete pay while top college football and basketball players continue earning millions.
SAVE America Act: Trump pushing to add ban on mail ballots
President Trump is pushing to add a ban on mail ballots to the SAVE America Act. Here’s what to know about the voting bill.
President Trump is pushing to add a ban on mail ballots to the SAVE America Act. Here’s what to know about the voting bill.
IRS unveils proposed regulations for new Trump Accounts savings program
The IRS and the Treasury Department have released more details about the implementation of Trump Accounts for parents and guardians who want to use the savings accounts for their children.
The IRS and the Treasury Department have released more details about the implementation of Trump Accounts for parents and guardians who want to use the savings accounts for their children.
Trump warns Cuba to make a deal or face “unfriendly takeover”
Global affairs expert Cecile Shea explains President Donald Trump’s warning to Cuba, the unrest inside the country and what an “unfriendly takeover” could mean for U.S.-Cuba relations.
Global affairs expert Cecile Shea explains President Donald Trump’s warning to Cuba, the unrest inside the country and what an “unfriendly takeover” could mean for U.S.-Cuba relations.
DOJ releases more Epstein files accusing Trump of sexual assault
The Department of Justice has released a series of FBI interviews with a woman who claims President Donald Trump sexually and physically assaulted her when she was between 13 and 15 years old.
The Department of Justice has released a series of FBI interviews with a woman who claims President Donald Trump sexually and physically assaulted her when she was between 13 and 15 years old.
2 dozen states sue Trump over his latest round of global tariffs
A group of 24 states sued the Trump administration on Thursday over its latest round of global tariffs.
A group of 24 states sued the Trump administration on Thursday over its latest round of global tariffs.
'Don't let the door hit you': Illinois politicians react after Trump ousts Noem
From "Good riddance" to "She gone!", Illinois politicians responded with blunt and biting remarks after President Donald Trump announced the removal of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
From "Good riddance" to "She gone!", Illinois politicians responded with blunt and biting remarks after President Donald Trump announced the removal of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
Stimulus payment March 2026, IRS direct deposit relief, tariff dividend & tax refund fact check
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends circulated widely throughout 2025, and they’re still making the rounds in 2026. The question is whether any of it actually checks out.
Haven't filed your taxes yet? Here's how to get a bigger refund under new law
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
US, Israel escalate strikes on Iran as Pentagon warns conflict is 'just getting started'
As tensions surge between the United States, Israel and Iran, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says American military assets are increasing in the region, while lawmakers on Capitol Hill debate President Donald Trump’s authority to continue the strikes.
As tensions surge between the United States, Israel and Iran, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth says American military assets are increasing in the region, while lawmakers on Capitol Hill debate President Donald Trump’s authority to continue the strikes.