What does ‘gain of function’ mean in science? Here’s what to know after Trump’s ban

President Trump signed an executive order banning federal funding for ‘gain of function’ research. Scientists are split on whether these virus experiments are essential or too risky to continue.

Trump admin offering $1K to migrants who self-deport
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President Trump says if you're in the country illegally and you leave on your own, you're eligible for $1,000.

'I don't know,' Trump says when asked if people deserve due process

President Donald Trump says he doesn’t know whether American citizens are entitled to due process rights as defined by the Fifth Amendment of the Constitution.

May Day protests stretch into 3 days as Chicago activists rally against Trump policies

May Day has passed, but protests continued across the Chicago area this weekend as a group opposing Trump administration policies extended the holiday into a three-day event.

May Day protests stretch into 3 days as Chicago activists rally against Trump policies
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May Day has passed, but protests continued across the Chicago area this weekend as a group opposing Trump administration policies extended the holiday into a three-day event.

Trump's AI image of himself as pope draws criticism ahead of conclave

President Donald Trump’s latest social media stunt – an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope – sparked immediate backlash.

3.81-carat diamond found in Arkansas State Park by Minnesota man

One amateur diamond hunter from Minnesota says his hobby is paying off in big ways after he found a 3.81-carat brown diamond on the ground at Crater of Diamonds State Park early last week.

Most Americans say it's Trump, not judges, overstepping power

A new poll shows Americans are more likely to believe the president is the one overstepping his power, rather than the courts.

Trump pushes deep spending cuts as tariffs poised to hit everyday purchases
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President Trump unveiled his budget priorities on Friday and he's calling for billions in cuts in federal spending. This happening while his tariffs are about to have a larger impact on consumers by hitting their smaller purchases.

Trump signs executive order to slash federal funding for PBS, NPR

The executive order against PBS and NPR comes as the Trump administration attempts to eliminate other independent news agencies.

Report: Army drafts plan for parade with 6,600 troops on Trump’s birthday

The Army is drafting plans for a massive parade on June 14 — its 250th birthday and Donald Trump’s 79th — involving more than 6,600 troops, heavy equipment, and fireworks. The event is still under review.