Senate Republicans tee up key shutdown test vote as Democrats dig in on DHS funding
Senate Republicans are marching forward with a massive funding package to avert a partial government shutdown, despite Senate Democrats doubling down on their resistance to the Homeland Security funding bill.…
Minnesota fraud case is ‘canary in the coal mine’ for government systems — including elections, lawyer warns
A Minnesota fraud scandal is a ‘canary in the coal mine’ for how easily swindles can seep into government systems — including election administration — Republican election attorney Justin Riemer…
Trump hails Rubio as diplomatic mentor as secretary of state’s power grows
President Donald Trump credits Secretary of State Marco Rubio as the one for training him to become a diplomat, comments that come as Rubio has increasingly secured more responsibility and…
Trump admin marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day honoring millions murdered by Nazi regime
President Donald Trump’s administration marked International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Tuesday, reflecting on the genocide committed by Nazi Germany during World War II. ‘Today, we pay respect to the blessed…
China slams Trump administration over US sanctions on Cuba
China has publicly condemned U.S. pressure on Cuba, accusing Washington of violating international law and calling for an end to sanctions and the decades-long embargo. The comments echo Beijing’s long-standing…
Minnesota fraud case is ‘canary in the coal mine’ for government systems — including elections, lawyer wars
A Minnesota fraud scandal is a ‘canary in the coal mine’ for how easily swindles can seep into government systems — including election administration — Republican election attorney Justin Riemer…
House Freedom Caucus draws line on DHS, ICE funding as Minneapolis unrest fuels shutdown risk
House Freedom Caucus leaders are drawing battle lines in the federal funding fight as the threat of a partial government shutdown grows by the day. Senate Democrats are threatening to…
Trump says Noem doing ‘very good job, ‘won’t step down as homeland security chief amid Minnesota shift
President Donald Trump confirmed on Tuesday he has no plans to ask Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem to step down from her role. Trump was asked about Noem’s status during…
Illinois Dem Senate candidates split on backing Schumer as leader
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton said she would not support Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N,Y., if elected, drawing a clear contrast with her rivals during a debate Monday among…
NATO chief warns Europe can’t defend itself without US as tensions rise over Greenland
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte warned European leaders that they need the U.S. in order to defend themselves, comments that come as tensions between the U.S. and Europe have escalated amid…