Politics
Partial government shutdown on track for Saturday; Senate may vote Friday on stalled deal
Senate Republicans said Friday they expect to start voting soon on a funding deal to keep federal agencies open, with just hours before a partial government shutdown is set to begin. But even if that deal is passed, at least a short shutdown is all but certain because the House of Representatives isn’t scheduled to […]
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Former CNN anchor Don Lemon arrested by feds over Minnesota activities, lawyer says
Former CNN anchor Don Lemon was arrested by federal agents in connection with his journalistic activities covering protests in Minnesota, his lawyer said Friday. Lemon “was taken into custody by federal agents last night in Los Angeles, where he was covering the Grammy awards,” his attorney, Abbe Lowell, in a statement. “Don has been a […]
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DOJ has opened a federal civil rights probe into the death of Alex Pretti, deputy AG says
Medical workers, union members, and veterans gather for an ‘ICE OUT NOW!’ rally and memorial for Alex Pretti outside the Jesse Brown VA Medical Center on January 27, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois. Jacek Boczarski/ | Anadolu | Getty Images The Justice Department has opened a federal civil rights investigation into the shooting of Alex Pretti, […]
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More Jeffrey Epstein files being released by DOJ, Blanche says
Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein are seen in this image released by the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C., U.S., on December 19, 2025 as part of a new trove of documents from its investigations into the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Date and context is unclear. U.s. Justice Department | Via […]
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Sen. Tillis will oppose Trump Fed chair pick Warsh until Powell probe resolved
Sen. Thom Tillis said Friday that he will oppose President Donald Trump’s nomination of Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair until the criminal probe of the current chair, Jerome Powell, is “fully” resolved. “Protecting the independence of the Federal Reserve from political interference or legal intimidation is non-negotiable,” the North Carolina Republican said in a […]
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Luigi Mangione won’t face death penalty in CEO murder case, federal judge rules
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealth Group chief executive Brian Thompson, walks on the day of an arraignment hearing, at New York Supreme Court in New York City, U.S. December 23, 2024. Eduardo Munoz | Reuters Luigi Mangione will not face a possible death penalty sentence in the New York federal criminal […]
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AI industry super PAC raises $125 million in 2025
Mesh Cube | Istock | Getty Images A new super PAC backed by AI companies raised $125 million in 2025 to further its goal of backing candidates who support national AI regulations rather than state-by-state rules. The group, Leading the Future, said it has $70 million on hand at the end of the year after […]
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Trump gets a boost as Panama court voids Hong Kong firm’s canal contract
The Portuguese cargo ship MSC Maxine is pictured at the Port of Balboa at the entrance to the Panama Canal in Panama City on April 23, 2025. The Port of Balboa is managed by CK Hutchison Holdings, based in Hong Kong. Martin Bernetti | Afp | Getty Images Panama’s top court has ruled against Hong […]
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Japan election becomes high-stakes gamble for Takaichi as personal popularity faces tougher opposition
TOKYO, JAPAN – JANUARY 27: Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi (C), Japan Innovation Party Representative Hirofumi Yoshimura (L) and Japan Innovation Party Co-Representative Fumitake Fujita (R) hold up their hands during an election campaign rally on January 27, 2026 in the Akihabara area of Tokyo, Japan. Official campaigning for the general election for the House […]
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Trump reportedly says ‘very dangerous’ for UK to do business with China as Starmer looks to mend ties
US President Donald Trump greets Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer during a summit on Gaza, Egypt, in Sharm el-Sheikh on Oct. 13, 2025. Evan Vucci | Afp | Getty Images U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday reportedly warned the U.K. that it would be “very dangerous” for the country to do business with China, after […]
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