Republicans start raising concerns about Minneapolis shooting
Most in the GOP are silent or backing the Trump administration, but a conspicuous few are speaking out.
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Second fatal Minneapolis shooting puts Congress on verge of shutdown
A second high-profile killing by a federal agent in Minneapolis has jeopardized the chances of Congress averting a partial government shutdown as Democrats come out en masse against the funding measure for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Lawmakers had been on the
In 2026, Democrats must take a more practical approach to climate and energy
If they want to start winning elections again, Democrats will have to reconnect with everyday Americans. A step in that direction would be to begin to embrace America’s oil and natural gas economic engine.
Mamdani says he texts Trump
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Sunday said he’s been texting with President Trump ever since his November White House meeting with the leader. “He gave me his number. I'll say that the conversations between the president and I are private, and I'll keep them there. But
Murphy says Trump administration 'creating this mayhem' to 'take control' of midterms
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) believes the Trump administration’s deployment of federal immigration personnel to cities nationwide is part of a quest to “take control” of the midterm elections. “It has always been, I think, the fear, and now I think closer to the reality that the
Murphy says Congress 'cannot fund' DHS in wake of Minneapolis shooting
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) expressed firm opposition to funding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in the wake of a border patrol agent fatally shooting Alex Pretti in Minneapolis Saturday. “We can't vote to fund this lawless Department of Homeland Security,” Murphy
Klobuchar on deadly Minnesota shooting video: 'Your eyes don't lie'
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) on Sunday went after the Trump administration over Saturday’s fatal shooting of a 37-year-old American citizen by a Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agent in Minneapolis. “What you see is someone brandishing a cellphone, who is simply there with
Bessent on Carney: 'I don’t think he’s doing the best job for Canadian people'
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Sunday railed against Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney for launching trade talks with China amid its tariff war with the United States. “I don’t think he’s doing the best job for the Canadian people,” the Treasury secretary said during an
Trump’s ID doubletalk: Good enough to vote, not good enough for ICE
As it stands, the way DHS and ICE operate completely undermine his argument for the SAVE Act.
Newsom faces challenge in winning over progressive Democrats
California Gov. Gavin Newsom is widely seen as the front-runner for the Democratic Party’s presidential nomination. But he faces one big question about his prospects: Can he lure progressives to his candidacy in a Democratic primary? In the last year, Newsom has made
Bovino says agents in latest fatal Minneapolis shooting 'likely' assigned to administrative duties
Gregory Bovino, commander-at-large of Border Patrol, said Sunday that the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis will likely be assigned to administrative duties. “These Border Patrol agents are going to more
CDC warns doctors to look for screwworm symptoms. What are they?
The New World screwworm flies lay their eggs in wounds, noses, ears, eyes or mouths. Their eggs develop into parasitic larvae, or maggots, that feed on the surrounding flesh as they burrow deeper.
WHO pushes back at HHS after US withdrawal
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Saturday pushed back against statements from Secretary of Health and Human Robert F. Kennedy Jr., alleging the organization failed to provide critical information during the COVID-19 pandemic. The United States officially withdrew from
Blanche blames Walz, Frey after second Minnesota shooting: 'Entirely avoidable'
Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche on Sunday slammed Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey (D) after another fatal shooting by federal immigration enforcement officials in the state. “We feel a ton of sympathy for the family and friends of the deceased,
Holmes Norton files to end reelection campaign
Washington, D.C. Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D) on Sunday moved to end her reelection campaign after 35 years on Capitol Hill. Holmes Norton, 88, filed a termination report with the Federal Election Commission on Sunday morning. The move, first reported by NOTUS, comes as the
Local sanctuary policies are creating chaos for communities
City and state governments are attempting to create "sanctuary" regimes that limit cooperation with federal enforcement, restrict information sharing, and in some cases actively obstruct federal immigration operations, but this does not repeal federal law and only serves to
Federal judge blocks DHS from 'destroying or altering' evidence after fatal Minneapolis shooting
A federal judge in Minnesota late Saturday blocked the Department of Homeland Security from "destroying or altering" evidence after a man was shot and killed by a Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) agent in South Minneapolis. In a late-night order, United States District Court
Eleanor Holmes Norton won’t seek reelection as DC delegate
The 88-year-old Democrat had been facing mounting calls to step down.
1 year into Trump's second term, did grocery prices ever go down?
President Donald Trump, who famously campaigned on the promise to lower grocery prices “on Day One,” marked 365 days in office this week.
Treasury to hold summit on Trump accounts
The Treasury Department is set to host a Wednesday summit ahead of the launch of Trump accounts for newborn babies. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt, rapper Nicki Minaj, Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Rep. Jason Smith (R-Mo.) and Cheryl Hines are set to attend. “The
The Artemis II launch journey is the boost humanity needs
The voyage of Artemis II should serve as a balm for a humanity who could be forgiven for thinking the world has gone mad.
GOP senator after fatal Minneapolis shooting: ‘The credibility of ICE and DHS are at stake’
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) on Saturday expressed concern about Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) reputation following another fatal shooting in Minnesota. “The events in Minneapolis are incredibly disturbing. The
Israel’s election may come soon and could change the country forever
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is likely to call early elections this spring or summer in order to maximize his chances of forming a new coalition and staying in power, with the explosive issue of the ultra-Orthodox exemption from military service at the center of
Bondi outlines terms for Walz to 'restore the rule of law' in Minnesota after fatal shooting: Reports
Attorney General Pam Bondi on Saturday outlined terms to “restore the rule of law” in Minnesota, just hours after a second person was fatally shot by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis. “You and your office must restore the rule of law, support ICE officers, and bring an
Is Trump’s ‘madman act’ a negotiating ploy or the real deal?
In recent days, speculation about Trump’s motives — and his rationality — has intensified.
Live updates: Second deadly shooting in Minneapolis sparks uproar; shutdown threat grows
The risk of a partial government shutdown at the end of January is growing more likely amid renewed uproar after a second person in the span of a month was fatally shot by federal immigration authorities in Minneapolis. Senate Democrats vowed to block a Department of Homeland
Trump’s return supercharges lobbying revenues
Firms with ties to the administration reaped windfalls, including one that saw a 350 percent revenue bump.
Democrats are shying away from climate messaging. One of their own is fighting back.
There’s a schism within the Democratic Party about whether talking about climate change is the right message to win back control of Washington.
Is Trump Going to Let Venezuela Starve?
Venezuela is in an underreported hunger crisis that is getting worse by the day, and the Trump administration’s de facto alliance with the unelected and unpopular Chavismo government is only adding to the risks of a disaster. Francisco Rodríguez, the respected Venezuelan
Defense industry flummoxed by Trump's executive order on profits
Defense contractors are perplexed by President Trump administration’s executive order outlining vague new rules for its weapons suppliers, unsure how to proceed and raising questions about its legality. The executive order — echoing recent speeches delivered by Defense
Border Patrol target had no criminal history: Minnesota Department of Corrections
The state's DOC says Jose Huerta-Chuma had never been in custody, based on the department's data records and court data.
Frost says he was ‘assaulted’ at Sundance Film Festival
Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) said he was assaulted at the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, on Friday. “Last night, I was assaulted by a man at Sundance Festival who told me that Trump was going to deport me before he punched me in the face,” Maxwell posted on the
Minnesota official says feds 'blocked' state bureau from investigating scene of latest shooting
A top Minnesota public safety official said “we’re in uncharted territory” after his state agency was reportedly shut out of an investigation into the man killed by federal agents on Saturday. Minneapolis resident and intensive care nurse Alex Jeffrey Pretti was fatally shot
ACLU asks court to reinstate restrictions on federal agents in Minnesota after shooting
A group of Minnesota residents suing over immigration officers’ tactics returned to court Saturday evening after a man was fatally shot by federal agents in Minneapolis. The residents, whose legal team includes the state’s American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) branch, are
Shutdown risk rises after fatal Minneapolis shooting
The risk of a partial government shutdown at the end of January grew more likely Saturday after Senate Democrats vowed to block a funding package over a fatal Minneapolis shooting involving federal law enforcement authorities. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) on
Sunday shows preview: New Minneapolis shooting inflames tensions; Congress faces funding deadline
A second fatal shooting in Minneapolis on Saturday morning sparked renewed calls from lawmakers on Capitol Hill for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to pull its federal agents out of Minnesota. The 37-year-old man was shot by federal agents during the Trump
Maine governor requests meeting with Trump over ICE deployment, citing Minnesota shooting
Maine Gov. Janet Mills (D) is requesting a meeting with President Trump after federal agents fatally shot a second person on Saturday in Minneapolis amid the Trump administration’s massive interstate immigration crackdown. Her request follows the Department of Homeland
Man killed by ICE officer was ICU nurse, family says
Video of the incident doesn't show Alex Pretti, the man killed by ICE agents, having a visible weapon.
Shutdown risk grows as Democrats revolt after Minneapolis shooting
Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said "Senate Democrats will not provide the votes" to fund immigration enforcement, part of a six-bill package set for action next week.
Trump administration, Congress braces for massive winter storm
The federal government is ramping up preparations ahead of a massive winter storm expected to sweep across multiple states from the Rockies to the Atlantic this weekend. The National Weather Service’s Winter Storm Severity Index on Saturday afternoon displayed expected “extreme
Democratic senators vow to block DHS funding after latest Minneapolis shooting
Several Senate Democrats on Saturday came out against a bill funding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) after another deadly shooting by federal authorities in Minneapolis earlier in the day. “Trump’s endless empowerment of federal immigration agents has resulted in yet
5 takeaways from the Texas Senate debate between Crockett, Talarico
Texas Democrats Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico faced off on Saturday in the first debate of their closely watched Texas Senate primary. The hourlong debate was hosted by the Texas AFL-CIO, moderated by KXAN-TV anchor Daniel Marin and Dallas Morning News political writer
Tafoya gives GOP hope in race to flip Minnesota Senate seat
Former NFL reporter Michele Tafoya’s entrance into the Minnesota Senate race is giving Republicans a high-profile candidate they say puts the seat more in play. Tafoya is vying for retiring Sen. Tina Smith’s (D-Minn.) seat and quickly earned the backing of the Senate
Trump connects latest Minneapolis shooting with 'cover up' for 'theft and fraud' in state
President Trump defended the presence of federal law enforcement agents in Minnesota following another deadly shooting on Saturday, tying the latest incident to an ongoing massive fraud investigation in the state. A man, who federal officials claim was armed, was shot and
Walz calls on federal agents to leave state after second deadly shooting
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) demanded federal officers vacate the state after agents shot and killed a second person in Minneapolis on Saturday. “Donald Trump, I call on you once again: Remove this force from Minnesota,” Walz said at a press conference, echoing similar comments
Iran Revolutionary Guard commander says 'finger on the trigger' as US 'armada' heads toward Middle East
Iran's Revolutionary Guard commander on Saturday said the country has its "finger on the trigger" at the U.S. after President Trump said an "armada" will head toward the Middle East. “The Islamic Revolutionary Guard and dear Iran stand more ready than ever, finger on the