Darline Graham rips Jack Smith for obtaining her late brother’s phone records
Smith said that Lindsey Graham was “a patriotic public servant.”
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CDC updates measles count, now includes 2 deaths
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its national measles tally late Monday to include an additional death in 2026, raising the total to two. The agency's numbers are still shy of Pennsylvania’s official report of four measles-associated deaths in an
Federal watchdog says Trump’s $810M funding cancellation is unconstitutional
A top Government Accountability Office lawyer told Congress the president doesn’t have the power to execute his latest 'pocket rescission.'
A better path forward for Head Start
Assistant Secretary Alex J. Adams argues that Head Start must pivot toward local operational flexibility to reverse declining enrollment and rising costs caused by overly prescriptive federal regulations.
Khanna: Epstein files should be one of Democrats' 'highest priorities' if congressional control changes
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) said Monday the government's files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein should be one of the "highest priorities" for Democrats if they retake control of Congress after the November midterm elections. "This is not about politics," Khanna told
RFK Jr. Wants You to Give Your Health Data to the Government—and AI
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants Americans to hand over their health data to the government, so it can then be searched by artificial intelligence. At an event held by the MAHA Institute, run by anti-vaccine activist Mark Gorton, Kennedy said he wanted the federal
Trump, Republicans refuse to pull endorsement of Bo French — why?
If you are a person running for elected office in Texas, of all places, and you repeatedly use the language of hanging and public execution against political opponents, including a Black former president, that should be problematic for everyone.
Watters: Trump should just say 'half-off beer if you vote Republican'
Fox News host Jesse Watters on Monday joked that President Trump should just say that he will cut the price of beer in half if Americans vote for Republicans in the upcoming midterms. During a discussion on Fox News between Watters and conservative commentator Benny Johnson
Clueless 'SNL' mocks Tucker Carlson with outdated impression
I think it says something about the laziness of mainstream entertainment that even their parodies of conservatives can miss the mark so badly.
Cruz blocks push by Democrats to unanimously pass AI safety bill
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) blocked an effort by Democrats on Tuesday to pass legislation creating an AI safety panel tasked with evaluating and creating enforceable standards for frontier models. Cruz, who chairs the Senate Commerce Committee, objected to an attempt by Sens. Mark
Trump Isn’t Helping Out the Auto Industry. He’s Helping to Tank It.
As gas prices continue to soar amid a seemingly endless war in Iran, the Trump administration is finally delivering relief to drivers burdened by high gas and record diesel prices: letting automakers keep making cars that use lots of gas. On Monday, the White House announced
The ‘swamp’s’ biggest growth industry is lobbying
Lobbying spending reached record levels during President Trump's second term due to his administration's expansive tariffs, industrial policies, and regulatory changes.
Jack Smith spars with GOP senators
Plus: ⚾The road to the World Series begins today {beacon} It’s Tuesday. Are the VMAs old news? Anyone else still seeing Yung Lean and GENER8ION’s performance on stage? Absolutely mesmerizing. In today's issue: RFK Jr., Vance at MAHA Summit Jack Smith faces questions
GOP Senator Tries to Trap Jack Smith—and Gets Every Detail Wrong
In case you needed any evidence that Republicans have absolutely no dirt on former special counsel Jack Smith, look no further. During a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing Tuesday, Senator Eric Schmitt asked Smith whether he had attended an NBA game between the Golden State
Hochul calls Cornell case 'horrifying,' calls for separate review of university response
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is calling for a separate review of Cornell's response to the alleged gang rape.
Trump extends red state midterm tour to Nebraska
The Republican National Committee announced Tuesday that President Trump will headline a rally in Nebraska, marking the latest stop in his upcoming swing of red states over the next week. Trump will make a stop in the city of Grand Island, located in central Nebraska. The
Beijing blackout: Why we may never know what happened between Trump and Xi
The recent summit between President Trump and Xi Jinping was a win-win for China — at least, as far as anyone can tell.
Eric Schmitt seems to confuse basketball teams in attempt to link Jack Smith, Fani Willis
Apparent confusion over team names derailed a line of questioning as Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-Mo.) grilled former special counsel Jack Smith on Tuesday about his attendance at a basketball game, suggesting the prosecutor may have coordinated with others bringing charges about
Nancy Guthrie investigators reviewing 'new possible ransom note,' sheriff's department says
The department said investigators are also looking into social media comments about the note to determine its credibility.
Trump Accounts architect leaving Treasury for private sector: Report
Luke Pettit, the architect of the Trump administration’s new investment accounts for children, is reportedly departing the Treasury Department for the private sector. Pettit will leave the department in October, Axios reported Tuesday. The Hill has reached out to the Treasury
New York Times gaming engineer gunned down by in-laws in Califorinia, police say
A man is dead and his mother-in-law and father-in-law are behind bars after a daylight shooting in a parking lot across from a police station.
Trump Casually Admits His New AI Tool Can Probably Be Hacked
The Trump administration’s brand new, ultra-secure, “damn good” artificial intelligence chatbot can’t be hacked—yet. The new technology, hosted on America.gov , was unveiled during a summit Tuesday morning. It’s supposed to act as the new face of the federal government, a way
Media freedom perceptions hit record low: Survey
A new poll found that Americans' perceptions of media freedom hit a record low, reaching its lowest point since pollsters started asking the question almost 20 years ago. Gallup released a poll Tuesday showing that 69 percent of Americans believe there is a lot of media freedom
With Trump’s help, the Senate looks good for Democrats
Democrats are projected to regain control of the Senate during the Nov. 3 elections, potentially flipping multiple Republican seats in states such as North Carolina, Ohio, Alaska, Maine, Texas, Iowa, Kansas, and South Carolina.
Eric Schmitt pins down Jack Smith — as a Caitlin Clark fan
It appeared that the Missouri Republican misinterpreted a text message reference to the "hawks."
Schumer slams data center bill as 'ineffectual participation trophy'
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Tuesday slammed a bill that would force states to consider standards to mitigate data centers' power price impacts as an "ineffectual participation trophy." His comments signal that Democrats could try to block the bill, which
US revokes Latin American officials' visas
The Trump administration revoked visas from 27 Latin American officials, including Bolivia’s top prosecutor, former officials and their family members over allegations of corruption and ties to drug trafficking. The visa revocations targeted officials and their family members
Trump says Canada is 'one of the worst countries in the entire world'
President Trump said Monday that Canada is “one of the worst countries in the entire world” in the wake of heightened tensions between Washington and its historically friendly northern neighbor. “The problem is that they've treated the United States very unfairly. They have
MAGA Furious Over Republican Ad Featuring White Man as Face of Welfare
Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders is facing right-wing backlash over an ad featuring a white man playing video games who got off welfare thanks to the state’s work requirement. Several conservative personalities lashed out against the ad on social media for depicting
Trump launches America.gov, AI-powered government services hub
President Trump launched a website Tuesday that uses artificial intelligence to help Americans navigate the federal government and find information and services. Trump touted the website, America.gov, during an event at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington. He thanked
Hegseth to cut 20 percent of admirals, generals in major Pentagon overhaul
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to announce a 20 percent cut to slots slated for admirals and generals at the Pentagon as part of his push to overhaul the outlook of the department, two Pentagon officials confirmed to The Hill on Tuesday. The Defense secretary will
A political veto over NIH grants could leave East Palestine in the dark
The research that serves us is exactly the kind of work that could land on a veto list.
GOP senator blocks move to prevent Trump from tearing down buildings honoring presidents
Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) late Monday blocked an attempt from Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) to prohibit President Trump from demolishing the Kennedy Center. The bill Merkley attempted to pass under unanimous consent, which would have bypassed a floor vote if no one had objected, also
Mike Johnson backs voluntary regulation to ‘calm the nerves’ on AI safety
The speaker called for “external auditing” ahead of a high-level White House meeting with tech executives.
Common Cents Act would impact pennies, nickels and cash transactions. It may soon become law
A new nickel, rounded transactions and the formal death of the penny. They could all happen soon.
New Mexico venture studio unveils quantum lab to boost US tech edge
The investment and incubation firm Roadrunner Venture Studios will unveil a new quantum lab Tuesday in Albuquerque as New Mexico looks to bolster the U.S.’s position in the global race for quantum computing. The Roadrunner Quantum Lab will open as part of the state's $450
Rubio says Cuba has 'already fallen': 'It is a failed state'
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday that Cuba has "already fallen" and is a "failed state" as tensions rise between the U.S. and island nation. "Well, the truth is Cuba has already fallen," Rubio told Fox News's Sean Hannity. "It does not have a functional economy, and
Jack Smith Found Proof Beyond “Reasonable Doubt” of Trump’s Guilt
Former special counsel Jack Smith swears that President Donald Trump committed “serious crimes.” In his opening remarks to the Senate Judiciary Committee Tuesday, Smith reiterated the findings of his two indictments against the president of the United States. “Our investigation
Trump created an energy crisis — states can help fix it
More and more, states are proving grounds for responsible, forward-thinking energy policy — even when the federal government pulls back.
GOP pollster highlights 'dangerous' Trump midterm strategy
Republican pollster Frank Luntz on Monday called President Trump’s midterm strategy “dangerous,” with the GOP dealing with rocky political territory as Election Day nears. “There's always been a historical advantage to the party out of power in the midterms, particularly in the
Incident at US air base in UK involved foreign state, Rubio says
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Monday the alleged thwarted attack on a U.S. air base in the United Kingdom “clearly” involved a foreign state. Rubio, during an appearance on Fox News’s “Hannity," said the Sunday arrests of five men suspected of planning an attack on Royal
One Republican Blocks Attempt to Save Kennedy Center From Trump
Utah Senator Mike Lee was the only lawmaker to vote against a bipartisan bill that would have banned the demolition of presidential memorials such as the Kennedy Center without congressional approval. The bill in question—the Protecting Presidential Memorials Act —was the
GOP lawmakers challenge Trump’s nearly $1B funding clawback
Republican lawmakers are pushing back on President Trump’s decision to cancel nearly $1 billion in federal funding, setting up a new clash between the White House and members of Trump's own party at a particularly precarious moment for the GOP. The administration announced
Can Ocasio-Cortez win in 2028? Will the country elect a Jewish president?
Join The Hill's Amie Parnes and Editor-in-Chief Ian Swanson for a live discussion on the latest in the looming 2028 presidential race. Democrats, like Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (N.Y.), have been divided on Israel. What does that mean for Jewish candidates who may run for
Big Oil can’t hide behind the Clean Air Act
The Clean Air Act was designed to shield Americans from harmful pollution. It was not designed to shield fossil fuel companies from legal accountability or to eviscerate states’ authority to protect their citizens from conduct that brings harm to communities and costs the
Court blocks Trump bid to withhold some counterterrorism funds for states that don't adopt election reforms
A federal court has blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to withhold some counterterrorism funding from states that do not adopt election reforms favored by the administration. Earlier this year, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which administers the
OpenAI halts releasing newest model over safety concerns
OpenAI on Monday halted the release of its newest artificial intelligence model over safety concerns as tech companies grapple with potential risks as a result of more advanced AI software. Saachi Jain, OpenAI's head of safety systems, told The New York Times that the new
Senate Democrats warn Trump administration against Brazil election interference
A trio of Senate Democrats is warning the Trump administration against interference ahead of Brazil's presidential elections, according to a letter obtained exclusively by The Hill. Sens. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.) and Peter Welch (D-Vt.) in a letter to
Ask your 2026 candidates where they stand on public health
Public health is now part of modern-day politics.
Permanent daylight saving time expands in Canada: 'Gives residents what they’ve asked us for'
(NEXSTAR) – Even more clocks across Canada will not "fall back" in November as permanent daylight saving time becomes the standard. Last week, officials in the Northwest Territories announced they would no longer observe seasonal time change. It came less than a week after