Judge blocks Trump's use of 1798 law to deport Venezuelan migrants
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration from using the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelan migrants, just hours after Trump invoked the law.
President Donald Trump signs government funding bill, avoiding a shutdown
President Donald Trump signed a bill into legislation that will fund the government for six months through the end of September, ending the threat of a partial government shutdown.
Senate passes Trump’s budget plan with help from some Dems
The Senate passed a six-month spending bill Friday, hours before a government shutdown.
GOP-led spending bill passes Senate with help from several Democrats
The Senate passed a six-month spending bill Friday, hours before a government shutdown.
Live updates: Trump speaks at Justice Department; Senate votes on budget
President Donald Trump made what the White House called a “historic" visit to the Justice Department Friday to deliver remarks and rally support for his agenda. Meanwhile, his budget is being debated in the Senate.
DOGE closures: List, timeline of government offices that may close this year
Hundreds of offices across the country will become empty this summer as the federal government plans to cancel leases. Here's the state-by-state list.
Dr. Oz sidesteps senators’ questions about Medicaid cuts
Dr. Mehmet Oz is a former heart surgeon and TV personality.
Trump's anti-DEI crusade targets more than 50 universities: See the full list
President Trump’s campaign to end DEI programs nationwide is now targeting more than 50 universities for alleged racial discrimination.
Virginia’s gubernatorial race begins to take shape
The nation's attention will be on Virginia this year as voters elect a new governor, in a race that is traditionally seen as a bellwether for the party in power at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.
Potential GOP field grows in Virginia governor's race
Virginians will choose a new governor this year, as incumbent Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) is term-limited. So far, Democrats have coalesced behind former U.S. Rep. Abigail Spanberger, but the Republican field may grow. Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears jumped into the race last year, but former state lawmakers Dave LaRock and Amanda Chase are now trying to gather the signatures needed to make the ballot. Jim Lokay talks about the state of the race with radio talk show host John Fredericks on "The Final 5."
Schumer shifts stance on spending bill as Dems protest
With a government funding deadline looming, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has reversed course on the temporary spending bill passed earlier in the week by House Republicans. He says he will now support the measure rather than prompt a shutdown, but many fellow Democrats are blasting the move. Jim discusses that and California Governor Gavin Newsom's controversial foray into podcasting with attorney and Democratic strategist Dr. Tracy Pearson on "The Final 5."
Senate vote puts DC at risk of $1 billion budget cut amid shutdown standoff
With the clock ticking toward a partial government shutdown, Washington, D.C., is staring down a potential $1 billion budget shortfall that could slash funding for police, schools, and public services.
DC leaders urge Senate to reject spending bill
D.C. leaders are racing against the clock to prevent massive budget cuts from taking effect. With less than 24 hours remaining, senators face a high-stakes vote on a spending bill that could strip nearly a billion dollars from the nation's capital.
Pete Buttigieg says he won't be running for governor or US Senate in upcoming races
Buttigieg, 43, who lives in the Traverse City area with his family, said he was deciding against competing in either race - despite caring deeply about who the state will elect for those positions.
Trump administration withdraws David Weldon's nomination for CDC director
The White House has rescinded the nomination of Dr. David Weldon, a former congressman from Florida, for the position of director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
DC leaders push Senate to reject spending bill that would cut $1B funding from District
Right now, D.C. officials are pleading with the U.S. Senate to restore the city’s funding levels after the House passed a spending bill that would cut about $1 billion from the District’s budget.
Tracking Trump: Trade war 2.0, tariffs, retaliation and global fallout
President Donald Trump has made sweeping changes in Washington since taking office, delivering on his long-held promises to shake up the establishment and dismantle the federal bureaucracy.
FULL: President Trump remarks from Friends of Ireland Luncheon
President Donald Trump gives full remarks from the "Friends of Ireland" Luncheon.
Trump Bilateral Meeting with Ireland Taioseach
President Donald Trump hosts bilateral meeting with Ireland Taoiseach Michael Martin.
Local leaders respond after House passes spending bill that would cut DC budget by $1B
D.C. leaders are responding after the House on Tuesday passed a spending bill that would cut $1 billion from the District's budget. They say the budget cut would be devastating for the city and residents who are following the bill as it moves to the Senate also say it needs to be stopped immediately.