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Embattled FEMA faces yet another shakeup
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is getting its third major shakeup this year, adding additional turbulence at the disaster agency that’s in President Trump’s crosshairs. Acting FEMA leader David Richardson is departing, the Trump administration confirmed Monday.
Senate ready to quickly pass bill to release Epstein files
Senators say they are ready to act quickly on a House-passed bill requiring the Justice Department to make public all unclassified records and documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, and that the chamber could approve the measure unanimously Tuesday
Freedom Caucus pushes to censure Democrat over texting Epstein during hearing
Members of the House Freedom Caucus are pushing a resolution to formally censure Democratic Virgin Islands Del. Stacey Plaskett and to remove her from the House Intelligence Committee over recently-released documents that show she consulted with Jeffrey Epstein during a 2019
Chris Matthews: RFK Jr. actions 'not logical'
Former MSNBC host Chris Matthews on Monday criticized Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. over his vaccine policy, which he described as "going backwards." "Well, the family that I‘ve talked to isn‘t happy with ... this performance, whatever it is, I
Abbott vows to appeal ruling on Texas congressional map
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) vowed on Tuesday that he would appeal a ruling that a new GOP-favored map that Republicans passed earlier this year could not be used for the 2026 midterms. “The Legislature redrew our congressional maps to better reflect Texans' conservative voting
House passes Chuy García disapproval resolution that divided Democrats
The House on Tuesday passed a resolution condemning Rep. Chuy García (D-Ill.) for the controversial timing of his retirement announcement that was introduced by Democratic Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (Wash.). Twenty-three Democrats supported it, underscoring the deep divisions
Khashoggi's widow responds to Trump calling him 'extremely controversial'
The widow of Jamal Khashoggi slammed President Trump on Tuesday for seeking to discredit her late husband's reputation amid a visit from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Khashoggi, who was an opinions journalist for The Washington Post, was killed in 2018 at the Saudi
Abbott designates Muslim Brotherhood, CAIR as foreign terrorist organizations in Texas
Gov. Greg Abbott (R-Texas) on Tuesday signed a proclamation declaring the Muslim Brotherhood and the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as foreign terrorist organizations in Texas. “The Muslim Brotherhood and CAIR have long made their goals clear: to forcibly impose
Trump Threatens ABC While Refusing to Answer Epstein Files Question
Donald Trump couldn’t handle a reporter asking about Jeffrey Epstein while he met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House Tuesday. ABC News reporter Mary Bruce asked Trump if the House of Representatives even needs to vote on releasing the Epstein files,
One Republican Votes Against Releasing Epstein Files for Some Reason
After months of dragging their feet, House Republicans—minus one—have voted to release the Epstein files. The majority of the caucus sided with Democrats Tuesday, voting in favor of the Epstein Files Transparency Act (H.R.4405), advancing the effort to the Senate, where its
House approves Epstein files bill in near-unanimous vote
The legislation is now on track toward the desk of President Donald Trump, who spent months trying to kill it.
House overwhelmingly votes to release Epstein files
The House on Tuesday voted overwhelmingly to pass a bill directing the Department of Justice to release the files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a move that came after months of intense opposition from President Trump and GOP leaders. The vote was a
Trump: 'People are holding me back' from firing Jerome Powell
President Trump said Tuesday that he would replace Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell “right now,” but “people are holding me back.” When asked Tuesday about his plans for nominating a new Fed chief, Trump berated Powell over the Fed’s handling of interest rates and said he
Majority of voters believe Trump was aware of Epstein's abuse: Poll
Most Americans believe President Trump was aware of the sexual abuse committed by the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to a new survey. The Morning Consult poll, conducted over the weekend, shows 60 percent of all voters say Trump knew about the sexual
Parkland survivor launches bid for Nadler's seat
Parkland shooting survivor Cameron Kasky has launched a bid for Rep. Jerry Nadler’s (D-N.Y.) seat, joining the likes of Jack Schlossberg — former President Kennedy’s grandson — in the race for New York’s 12th Congressional District. “My name is Cameron Kasky, and I'm running
Number receiving unemployment benefits highest since August: Labor Department
More than 1.9 million Americans filed claims for unemployment benefits in mid-October, the highest mark since early August, according to data from the Department of Labor. For the week ending Oct. 18, 1.957 million people filed for unemployment insurance, with 232,000 filing
Education Department announces plan to move programs to other federal agencies as part of effort to shut down
The Department of Education on Tuesday announced plans to further dismantle itself and move certain responsibilities to other parts of the federal government, moves that align with President Trump's stated goal to eliminate the department entirely. While some programs are
Spotify Wrapped 2025 almost here: What you should expect
Once the data is released, users should see a notification about their 2025 Spotify Wrapped when they open the app. But when will that be?
Schumer will push Senate to 'immediately' pass Epstein files bill
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) said Tuesday that he will request unanimous consent on the Senate floor to “immediately” pass a bill to direct the Department of Justice to publicly release all unclassified files related to Jeffrey Epstein after the House approves
DHS arrests 130 in Charlotte; Trump turning voters against him
When you bring a nationally televised crackdown into a city built and sustained by immigrant families — many from Latin America — you’re not just enforcing policy, you’re reshaping political coalitions. You’re turning quiet neighborhoods into battlegrounds.
Judge rules Meta does not have social networking monopoly
A federal judge ruled Tuesday that Meta does not have an illegal monopoly over personal social networking, finding the tech giant competes in a wider social media market that includes the likes of TikTok and YouTube. U.S. District Judge James Boasberg underscored the rapidly
Trump on Saudi nuclear deal: 'I could see that happening'
President Trump said on Tuesday he believed a U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal could happen in the future, opening the door to a program Riyadh has long hoped for. “I could see that happening. It’s not urgent,” Trump said, when asked whether the U.S. will sign a nuclear civil
Schumer dismisses 'unhinged' Trump 'ramblings' on direct health care payments
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) on Tuesday dismissed President Trump’s latest statement on health care reform as “unhinged ramblings” that will “no nothing to lower” costs. “Donald Trump’s unhinged ramblings shows he still has no idea how anything actually works.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Just Wrecked the Cult of Trump
President Donald Trump is very angry at Republicans over the Jeffrey Epstein fiasco. Politico reports that he believes Democrats “outplayed” the GOP, resulting in the fiasco that’s about to unfold, in which the House is expected to vote to release the Epstein files with the
JD Vance defends Tucker Carlson’s son; Ted Cruz running in 2028?
The GOP might look very different three years from now, and while it’s likely, extremely likely, that Vance is the next GOP standard-bearer, it’s not yet clear which ideological faction will control MAGA.
Trump threatens ABC News broadcast license after reporter asks about Epstein
President Trump attacked an ABC News reporter Tuesday after she asked about the Epstein files, threatening to have the network taken off the air for questioning him about the controversy. After White House reporter Mary Bruce asked about the 2018 death of journalist Jamal
Gallego demands answers on Eli Lilly's deal with Trump
Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) is asking for more information on Eli Lilly's recently announced agreement with the Trump administration regarding the sale of its GLP-1 medication. In a letter to Lilly CEO David Ricks, provided first to The Hill, Gallego wrote that "substantial
Mike Johnson Lets Slip How He Hopes to Block Epstein Files Release
House Speaker Mike Johnson has tapped Senate Majority Leader John Thune to take up the torch of blocking the release of the government’s files on Jeffrey Epstein. During a press conference Tuesday, Johnson announced that he would support the House petition to release the
Trump Welcomes Saudi Leader MBS With Red Carpet and Lavish Ceremony
President Trump gave a lavish welcome to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on his visit to the U.S. Wednesday, complete with a red carpet reception at the White House. Bin Salman technically isn’t Saudi Arabia’s head of state, as that title belongs to his father, King
Trump, Saudi crown prince field questions on Khashoggi, 9/11
President Trump on Tuesday sought to deflect questions aimed at Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman over any role Riyadh had in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and the murder of the U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. Trump lashed out at a journalist
Attacks on campus speech come from both sides
Universities are using AI and anonymous reporting systems to monitor faculty and students for "inappropriate" content, creating a culture of fear and censorship that threatens academic freedom.
Watch live: House set to vote on bill ordering DOJ to release Epstein files
The House is prepared to take up the Epstein Files Transparency Act on Tuesday afternoon, which, if passed, will order the Justice Department to release all files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The vote comes less than a week after a discharge
Jeffries: Bondi may seek to block Epstein disclosures if law enacted
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said Tuesday it’s possible Attorney General Pam Bondi could try to block the release of certain Jeffrey Epstein files, even if Congress approves a measure mandating the government documents be made public. In an interview on
Trump Defends Saudi Prince MBS for Ordering Murder of Jamal Khashoggi
President Donald Trump offered a mind-boggling defense of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Tuesday when asked about the foreign kleptocrat ’s orchestrating the murder of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. During a joint press conference in the Oval Office,
Judge Dumps Cold Water on Trump’s Texas Gerrymandering Scheme
A federal judge has thrown out Texas’s gerrymandered congressional maps. Judge Jeffrey V. Brown ruled Tuesday that the Lone Star State must return to its 2021 maps for the 2026 election, writing that “substantial evidence” proved Texas had “racially gerrymandered” its latest
Court blocks new Texas congressional map
A panel of federal judges in Texas on Tuesday blocked the state’s new GOP-favored House map from being used ahead of the 2026 midterms by declaring it a likely racial gerrymander, dealing a blow to Republicans who have looked to net extra seats. In a 2-1 vote, the panel ordered
Retirement age to change in 2026: How it may impact you
Hoping to retire soon? A change happening next year could impact you.
Meet the Dutch Mamdani — I wish he was New York City’s mayor
Rob Jetten lacks Mamdani’s resentful edge.
Is Trump finally committing to defend Taiwan against Chinese aggression?
China has spent the last 30 years creating the circumstances that would deter America from risking war with China over Taiwan.
Ocasio-Cortez says primary challenge to Hakeem Jeffries not a 'good thing right now'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) is signaling that she will not support a primary challenge to House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) in next year's race. Chi Ossé, a member of the New York City Council and a democratic socialist, filed paperwork on Monday to run
Half of immigrants say they feel less safe during Trump second term: Survey
About half of immigrants in the U.S. said they feel less safe during President Trump’s second term, according to a poll released Tuesday. In the survey by the health policy research group KFF and The New York Times, 49 percent of immigrant respondents said they and their family
Behemoth Epstein vote; Saudi leader gets royal treatment in DC
12:30 Report is The Hill's midday newsletter. Subscribe here. 🗯️Plus: Trump tells reporter ‘quiet, piggy’ {beacon} It’s Tuesday. From my informal poll yesterday, 12:30 Report readers overwhelmingly thought the public feud between Trump and Marjorie Taylor Greene has been more
Noem signs 'ICE Pact' with Canada, Finland to expand Arctic defense
The joint agreement means there are 11 additional icebreakers being built for the U.S. and Canada.
Massie warns Senate against changing Epstein disclosure bill: 'Do not muck it up'
Rep. Thomas Massie (Ky.), the lead Republican co-sponsor of a bill to require the Justice Department to release all unclassified files related to the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, is warning the Senate, “Do not muck it up.” Massie is already setting his sights on the