Judge blocks Trump's use of 1798 law to deport Venezuelan migrants
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from using the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants, just hours after Trump invoked the law.
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from using the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants, just hours after Trump invoked the law.
Trump signs government funding bill, avoiding a shutdown
Passage of the government funding bill is seen as a victory for President Trump and congressional Republicans, despite needing votes from Democrats to pass it.
Passage of the government funding bill is seen as a victory for President Trump and congressional Republicans, despite needing votes from Democrats to pass it.
Protesters gather at Schaumburg Tesla dealership
Protesters gathered at a Tesla dealership in Schaumburg to protest against Elon Musk.
Protesters gathered at a Tesla dealership in Schaumburg to protest against Elon Musk.
Paris on Politics: DOGE and deportations
The chilling effect of threatening protesters with deportation, Illinois' call to legalize prostitution, and more on this week's episode of Paris on Politics.
The chilling effect of threatening protesters with deportation, Illinois' call to legalize prostitution, and more on this week's episode of Paris on Politics.
Live updates: Trump speaks at Justice Department; Senate votes on budget
President Donald Trump made what the White House called a “historic" visit to the Justice Department Friday to deliver remarks and rally support for his agenda. Meanwhile, his budget is being debated in the Senate.
President Donald Trump made what the White House called a “historic" visit to the Justice Department Friday to deliver remarks and rally support for his agenda. Meanwhile, his budget is being debated in the Senate.
Protesters rally at Schaumburg Tesla dealership against Elon Musk
Protesters are gathering at a Tesla dealership in Schaumburg to protest against Elon Musk. Nate Rodgers has the story.
Protesters are gathering at a Tesla dealership in Schaumburg to protest against Elon Musk. Nate Rodgers has the story.
DOGE closures: List, timeline of government offices that may close this year
Hundreds of offices across the country will become empty this summer as the federal government plans to cancel leases. Here's the state-by-state list.
Hundreds of offices across the country will become empty this summer as the federal government plans to cancel leases. Here's the state-by-state list.
Chicago university under investigation in Trump's anti-DEI campaign
The University of Chicago is among more than 50 universities under investigation for alleged racial discrimination as part of President Donald Trump?s campaign to end diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, which his officials say exclude white and Asian American students.
The University of Chicago is among more than 50 universities under investigation for alleged racial discrimination as part of President Donald Trump?s campaign to end diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, which his officials say exclude white and Asian American students.
'Slap in the face': AOC sounds off after Schumer says he'll support Trump's funding bill
AOC didn't hold back after Chuck Schumer said he would support the Republicans' stopgap funding bill to avoid a government shutdown.
AOC didn't hold back after Chuck Schumer said he would support the Republicans' stopgap funding bill to avoid a government shutdown.
Chicago university under investigation in Trump's anti-DEI campaign
The University of Chicago is among more than 50 universities under investigation for alleged racial discrimination as part of President Donald Trump’s campaign to end diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, which his officials say exclude white and Asian American students.
The University of Chicago is among more than 50 universities under investigation for alleged racial discrimination as part of President Donald Trump’s campaign to end diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, which his officials say exclude white and Asian American students.
Tiger Woods reportedly dating Donald Trump Jr.’s ex-wife
The Daily Mail reports Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump "have been seeing each other since just before Thanksgiving."
The Daily Mail reports Tiger Woods and Vanessa Trump "have been seeing each other since just before Thanksgiving."
'I will vote to keep the government open': Schumer to support Trump's funding bill
Senator Chuck Schumer announced Thursday he would support President Donald Trump's stopgap funding bill to keep the government open.
Senator Chuck Schumer announced Thursday he would support President Donald Trump's stopgap funding bill to keep the government open.
Trump has said he'll use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 for mass deportations: Here's what it is
The Alien Enemies Act is part of the four Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798, which Congress passed as the U.S. stood on the brink of war with France.
The Alien Enemies Act is part of the four Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798, which Congress passed as the U.S. stood on the brink of war with France.
'DOGE bags in Washington': Gov. Pritzker addresses Illinois educators on federal education cuts
Gov. JB Pritzker addressed more than 1,200 educators at the IEA conference, discussing concerns over federal funding cuts to schools.
Gov. JB Pritzker addressed more than 1,200 educators at the IEA conference, discussing concerns over federal funding cuts to schools.
Russia rejects ceasefire as U.S. steps up diplomatic efforts
As the war in Ukraine continues, Russia has rejected a proposed 30-day ceasefire, citing specific demands for peace, including territorial concessions and NATO restrictions. North Central College professor William Muck weighs in on why Moscow turned down the truce, whether Ukraine has any reason to accept Russia?s terms, and whether U.S. involvement in direct talks with Vladimir Putin could lead to a breakthrough.
As the war in Ukraine continues, Russia has rejected a proposed 30-day ceasefire, citing specific demands for peace, including territorial concessions and NATO restrictions. North Central College professor William Muck weighs in on why Moscow turned down the truce, whether Ukraine has any reason to accept Russia?s terms, and whether U.S. involvement in direct talks with Vladimir Putin could lead to a breakthrough.
Live updates: Trump meets with NATO secretary general, threatens more tariffs
President Donald Trump is hosting NATO secretary general Mark Rutte on Thursday at the White House during an important moment for Europe and NATO.
President Donald Trump is hosting NATO secretary general Mark Rutte on Thursday at the White House during an important moment for Europe and NATO.
Pritzker pushes back on Trump?s education cuts
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is speaking out against former President Donald Trump?s push to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, a move that has already resulted in more than 1,300 employees being laid off.
Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker is speaking out against former President Donald Trump?s push to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, a move that has already resulted in more than 1,300 employees being laid off.
Trump threatens retaliatory 200% tariff on European wine after EU proposes American whiskey tax
Because of Trump’s threat, a previously untariffed $15 bottle of Italian Prosecco could possibly increase in price to $45.
Because of Trump’s threat, a previously untariffed $15 bottle of Italian Prosecco could possibly increase in price to $45.
Trump asks Supreme Court to allow birthright citizenship restrictions
The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to allow restrictions on birthright citizenship to partly take effect while legal fights play out.
The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to allow restrictions on birthright citizenship to partly take effect while legal fights play out.
Judge orders Trump administration to reinstate thousands of fired workers
The agencies included Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Defense, Energy, the Interior and Treasury.
The agencies included Veterans Affairs, Agriculture, Defense, Energy, the Interior and Treasury.