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In Tennessee, a US House primary special election draws a crowd
Read full article: In Tennessee, a US House primary special election draws a crowdA Tennessee special election to replace a Republican congressman who stepped aside this summer has attracted crowded primaries for both major parties.
Federal appeals court rules Trump administration can't end birthright citizenship
Read full article: Federal appeals court rules Trump administration can't end birthright citizenshipA federal appeals court in Boston has ruled the Trump administration cannot withhold citizenship from children born to people in the country illegally or temporarily.
Judge sets 14-day deadline for appointment of new prosecutor in Georgia election case against Trump
Read full article: Judge sets 14-day deadline for appointment of new prosecutor in Georgia election case against TrumpA judge has announced that the Georgia election interference case against Donald Trump and others will be dismissed in 14 days if a new prosecutor isn't appointed.
Former state lawmaker Tommy Williams named interim president of Texas A&M
Read full article: Former state lawmaker Tommy Williams named interim president of Texas A&MWilliams replaces former president Mark A. Welsh III, who resigned amid the fallout over a viral video showing an A&M student confronting a professor over a gender-identity discussion.
Trump administration offers migrant children $2,500 to voluntarily return to home countries
Read full article: Trump administration offers migrant children $2,500 to voluntarily return to home countriesThe Trump administration is offering migrant children $2,500 to voluntarily return to their home countries, dangling a new incentive in efforts to persuade people to self-deport.
Trump reverses $187M funding cuts for New York counterterrorism after bipartisan outcry
Read full article: Trump reverses $187M funding cuts for New York counterterrorism after bipartisan outcryPresident Donald Trump has reversed $187 million in funding cuts for New York's law enforcement and counterterrorism operations.
Republican-led Georgia state Senate committee plans to question Fani Willis next month
Read full article: Republican-led Georgia state Senate committee plans to question Fani Willis next monthA Georgia special state Senate committee plans to question Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis next month.
Noem visits Chicago area ICE facility as agents arrest 13, raid city neighborhoods
Read full article: Noem visits Chicago area ICE facility as agents arrest 13, raid city neighborhoodsFederal officials have reported the arrests of 13 people protesting near an immigration facility outside Chicago.
Lack of jobs data due to government shutdown muddies view of hiring and the US economy
Read full article: Lack of jobs data due to government shutdown muddies view of hiring and the US economyFrom Wall Street trading floors to the Federal Reserve to economists sipping coffee in their home offices, the first Friday morning of the month typically brings a quiet hush around 8:30 a.m. eastern, as everyone awaits the Labor Department’s monthly jobs report.
The Latest: Hamas accepts some elements of Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, others require negotiation
Read full article: The Latest: Hamas accepts some elements of Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, others require negotiationHamas responded Friday to President Donald Trump’s proposed plan to end the war in the Gaza Strip, agreeing to give up power and release all remaining hostages, but the group said that other elements require further consultations among Palestinians.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Tennessee's special congressional election
Read full article: AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Tennessee's special congressional electionMore than a dozen candidates are competing for their parties’ nominations Tuesday to fill a vacant Tennessee congressional seat in the closely divided U.S. House.
It's déjà vu for Muslim Americans as anti-Muslim playbook follows Zohran Mamdani's success
Read full article: It's déjà vu for Muslim Americans as anti-Muslim playbook follows Zohran Mamdani's successZohran Mamdani’s rise in New York City’s mayoral race has brought him national prominence and a surge of anti-Muslim vitriol, including from elected officials and prominent conservatives.
Renewed focus on Roberson case is latest in deluge of political pressure aimed at Texas judiciary
Read full article: Renewed focus on Roberson case is latest in deluge of political pressure aimed at Texas judiciaryThe latest calls to stave off the politically charged execution come after a summer where GOP leaders asked the state courts to kick Democrats out of office and throw Beto O’Rourke in jail.
Texas attorney general tells 4 cities to drop tax hikes amid investigations into incomplete audits
Read full article: Texas attorney general tells 4 cities to drop tax hikes amid investigations into incomplete auditsMost of the cities — Odessa, La Marque, Tom Bean and Whitesboro — said they are following the law and Ken Paxton’s office is jumping the gun on enforcing new state rules.
Trump no longer distancing himself from Project 2025 as he uses shutdown to further pursue its goals
Read full article: Trump no longer distancing himself from Project 2025 as he uses shutdown to further pursue its goalsPresident Donald Trump is now openly embracing the conservative blueprint he desperately tried to distance himself from during the 2024 campaign.
New Mexico Legislature approves bills to prop up rural health care, underwrite food assistance
Read full article: New Mexico Legislature approves bills to prop up rural health care, underwrite food assistanceNew Mexico legislators moved quickly to prop up funding for food assistance and rural health care services in response to President Donald Trump’s cuts in federal spending on Medicaid and nutrition programs.
The blame game is on at federal agencies, where political messages fault Democrats for the shutdown
Read full article: The blame game is on at federal agencies, where political messages fault Democrats for the shutdownAmericans' routine interactions with the federal government this week are increasingly being met with partisan messaging.
Fundraising groups step up to help reopen national park sites and welcome visitors
Read full article: Fundraising groups step up to help reopen national park sites and welcome visitorsOne of Mississippi’s most-visited cultural attractions has reopened in the midst of the government shutdown, thanks to funding from a nonprofit group.
Nebraska Republicans are targeting voter-approved medical marijuana, following other GOP-led states
Read full article: Nebraska Republicans are targeting voter-approved medical marijuana, following other GOP-led statesNebraska officials have missed a deadline to grant licenses to marijuana growers under a new medical marijuana law approved by voters.
Putin praises Trump but warns supplies of US long-range missiles to Ukraine will badly hurt ties
Read full article: Putin praises Trump but warns supplies of US long-range missiles to Ukraine will badly hurt tiesRussian President Vladimir Putin has warned the United States that supplies of long-range missiles to Ukraine will seriously damage relations between Moscow and Washington but will not change the situation on the battlefield.
Trump administration cuts nearly $8B in clean energy projects in states that backed Harris
Read full article: Trump administration cuts nearly $8B in clean energy projects in states that backed HarrisThe Trump administration has announced the cancellation of $7.6 billion intended for clean energy projects across 16 states.
Republicans are relishing a role reversal in the shutdown fight. Can Trump keep them united?
Read full article: Republicans are relishing a role reversal in the shutdown fight. Can Trump keep them united?Republican leaders have presented a united stance as they try to keep the government open and berate Democrats for demanding health care policy changes in exchange for their votes.
Economic boom or environmental disaster? Rural Texas grapples with pros, cons of data centers
Read full article: Economic boom or environmental disaster? Rural Texas grapples with pros, cons of data centersLocal leaders see data centers, which help power the world’s shift to artificial intelligence, as a way to keep their towns open. Residents worry their way of life — and water — is at stake.
Federal shutdowns usually don't do much economic damage. There are reasons to worry about this one
Read full article: Federal shutdowns usually don't do much economic damage. There are reasons to worry about this oneShutdowns of the federal government usually don’t leave much economic damage.
Republican Carlos De La Cruz announces run for redrawn 35th Congressional District
Read full article: Republican Carlos De La Cruz announces run for redrawn 35th Congressional DistrictU.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz's brother is the latest to enter a GOP primary field vying for the San Antonio-area district newly gerrymandered to favor Republicans.
UT-Austin considering offer to adopt Trump priorities for funding advantages
Read full article: UT-Austin considering offer to adopt Trump priorities for funding advantagesThe funding deal would reportedly ask the university to adopt a stricter definition of gender and a tuition freeze, among other conditions.
The Latest: Trump uses government shutdown to dole out firings and punishment
Read full article: The Latest: Trump uses government shutdown to dole out firings and punishmentPresident Donald Trump has seized on the government shutdown as an opportunity to reshape the federal workforce and punish detractors, by threatening mass firings of workers and suggesting “irreversible” cuts to programs important to Democrats.
At hearing, Democrats say the redistricting process was flawed from the start
Read full article: At hearing, Democrats say the redistricting process was flawed from the startOn the first day of a two-week trial, the plaintiffs’ lawyers honed in on who drew the new map and whether race was a factor.
Newly elected Arizona lawmaker has yet to be sworn into office, as House Democrats welcome her
Read full article: Newly elected Arizona lawmaker has yet to be sworn into office, as House Democrats welcome herA week after her decisive win in an Arizona special election for the U.S. House, Democrat Adelita Grijalva has yet to take office.
Texas launches task force to target repeat criminal offenders in Houston area
Read full article: Texas launches task force to target repeat criminal offenders in Houston areaGov. Greg Abbott said state troopers and local law enforcement will start an effort in Harris County that he hopes to duplicate in other parts of Texas.
Both parties blame each other on 1st day of government shutdown as tourist sites close
Read full article: Both parties blame each other on 1st day of government shutdown as tourist sites closeThe government shutdown has sparked intense political battles, with both parties blaming each other even as major job cuts — and major disruptions to iconic sites like the Liberty Bell and Pearl Harbor — have begun taking hold.
Democrats voted for a shutdown. Now they have to find a way out
Read full article: Democrats voted for a shutdown. Now they have to find a way outSenate Democrats kept their promise to reject any Republican spending bill that didn’t extend or restore health care benefits, choosing instead to force a government shutdown.
Fired Surface Transportation Board member sues Trump over his dismissal ahead of rail merger review
Read full article: Fired Surface Transportation Board member sues Trump over his dismissal ahead of rail merger reviewA former Democratic member of the U.S. Surface Transportation Board has filed a lawsuit challenging his dismissal by President Donald Trump.
Hearing set for ethics complaint over Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ DNC invitation
Read full article: Hearing set for ethics complaint over Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ DNC invitationThe Ethics Review Board will hear a complaint on Monday regarding Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones’ solicitation of the Democratic National Convention to come to San Antonio.
Who might be blamed for the government shutdown? A poll shows voters' complicated views
Read full article: Who might be blamed for the government shutdown? A poll shows voters' complicated viewsPresident Donald Trump got a significant amount of blame during the last partial government shutdown, which took place toward the end of his first term after he forced a shutdown over border wall funding — but with Democrats embracing the shutdown fight this time, the outcome could be different.
Mayor, city manager say no immediate impacts on San Antonio programs amid federal shutdown
Read full article: Mayor, city manager say no immediate impacts on San Antonio programs amid federal shutdownMayor Gina Ortiz Jones and City Manager Erik Walsh said they do not expect any immediate effects on city services that rely on federal funding during the government shutdown.
New York rapper who joined Trump at campaign rally sentenced to 5 years for attempted murder
Read full article: New York rapper who joined Trump at campaign rally sentenced to 5 years for attempted murderA New York City rapper who joined President Donald Trump during a campaign rally last year has been sentenced to five years behind bars after pleading guilty to attempted murder and conspiracy charges.
The US military has long been an engine of social change. Hegseth's approach runs counter to that
Read full article: The US military has long been an engine of social change. Hegseth's approach runs counter to thatThe U.S. military has historically been an engine for cultural and social change in America.
ICE complies with judge’s order and quickly releases El Paso DACA recipient
Read full article: ICE complies with judge’s order and quickly releases El Paso DACA recipientThe El Paso federal judge said the Trump administration is violating the constitutional rights of Catalina “Xochitl” Santiago, a DACA recipient who has lived in the U.S. for two decades.
National parks will remain 'generally' open during the shutdown, but Liberty Bell doors are closed
Read full article: National parks will remain 'generally' open during the shutdown, but Liberty Bell doors are closedCrowds of people loaded onto boats to tour the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island with no immediate signs of the government shutdown that is triggering the furlough of about two-thirds of National Park Service employees.
Maine clinics also hit by cuts that targeted Planned Parenthood plan to halt primary care
Read full article: Maine clinics also hit by cuts that targeted Planned Parenthood plan to halt primary careA network of medical clinics that serves low-income residents in Maine says it is shutting down its primary care operations because of Trump administration cuts to abortion providers.
A key court test begins for Texas' redrawn US House map that boosts the GOP
Read full article: A key court test begins for Texas' redrawn US House map that boosts the GOPA panel of three federal judges are considering whether Texas can use a redrawn congressional map that boosts Republicans and has launched a widening redistricting battle ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Conservative Wisconsin appeals court judge Maria Lazar is running for state Supreme Court
Read full article: Conservative Wisconsin appeals court judge Maria Lazar is running for state Supreme CourtA conservative Wisconsin appeals court judge is running for an open seat on the battleground state’s Supreme Court.
Talarico outraises Allred with massive fundraising haul to kick off Senate Democratic primary
Read full article: Talarico outraises Allred with massive fundraising haul to kick off Senate Democratic primaryThe Austin state lawmaker took in $6.2 million in the three weeks since he launched his bid, outpacing the $4.1 million Allred raised over the last three months.
How the government shutdown will affect student loans, FAFSA and the Education Department
Read full article: How the government shutdown will affect student loans, FAFSA and the Education DepartmentThe government shutdown means further disruption for the U.S. Education Department, which has seen half of its employees laid off by the Republican Trump administration.
What we know about Texas colleges reviewing courses amid push to limit gender identity instruction
Read full article: What we know about Texas colleges reviewing courses amid push to limit gender identity instructionThe federal and state governments want restrictions on recognizing trans and nonbinary people. Here’s how Texas’ higher education leaders are responding.
TribCast: Will the Texas renewable energy powerhouse survive?
Read full article: TribCast: Will the Texas renewable energy powerhouse survive?This week, Matthew and Eleanor speak with Eric Goff, founder of an energy policy advising firm, about the growth of wind and solar power in Texas and whether it will continue after recent federal efforts targeting the industry.
Trump administration says Minnesota violates Title IX by allowing trans athletes in girls sports
Read full article: Trump administration says Minnesota violates Title IX by allowing trans athletes in girls sportsPresident Donald Trump's administration has accused Minnesota of violating federal law by allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls sports.
Texans ask for eligibility fixes, stronger accountability in school voucher program
Read full article: Texans ask for eligibility fixes, stronger accountability in school voucher programFor the first time since Texas authorized the program, the state heard public testimony from people concerned about pre-K funding, special education provisions and data reporting.
Federal agents grab and shove journalists outside NYC immigration court, sending one to hospital
Read full article: Federal agents grab and shove journalists outside NYC immigration court, sending one to hospitalFederal agents grabbed and shoved journalists in a hall outside a New York City immigration court, sending one to the hospital.
Trump administration could process new DACA applications after Texas’ lawsuit paused enrollment
Read full article: Trump administration could process new DACA applications after Texas’ lawsuit paused enrollmentIf a judge accepts the plan, the Trump administration will reopen new applications for DACA for the first time in four years — but Texas applicants would no longer receive work permits.
New Orleans police official says crime is down after governor requests National Guard troops
Read full article: New Orleans police official says crime is down after governor requests National Guard troopsA top New Orleans police official is welcoming the idea of working with federal troops deployed to Louisiana’s largest city.
Georgia farmers will get $531M in Hurricane Helene aid, but the deal's not done yet
Read full article: Georgia farmers will get $531M in Hurricane Helene aid, but the deal's not done yetGeorgia farmers are still waiting for aid after Hurricane Helene, even as other states finalize agreements.
Texas halts commercial drivers licenses for many immigrants
Read full article: Texas halts commercial drivers licenses for many immigrantsDACA recipients, refugees and asylum recipients will no longer be able to receive or renew commercial licenses, the Department of Public Safety announced.
Rep. David Schweikert joins Trump-backed candidates in GOP primary for Arizona governor
Read full article: Rep. David Schweikert joins Trump-backed candidates in GOP primary for Arizona governorRep. David Schweikert is joining an already crowded field in the GOP primary for Arizona governor.
The Latest: Hegseth declares an end to ‘politically correct’ leadership in the US military
Read full article: The Latest: Hegseth declares an end to ‘politically correct’ leadership in the US militaryDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth summoned hundreds of U.S. military officials to an in-person meeting to announce directives for troops that include “gender-neutral” or “male-level” standards for physical fitness as well as an end to “woke” culture in the military.
Democrats wary support may be sliding among typically loyal voters in New Jersey governor's race
Read full article: Democrats wary support may be sliding among typically loyal voters in New Jersey governor's raceNew Jersey's contest for governor is seeing some groups that traditionally support Democrats, like union and Black leaders, raising concerns about prospects in November.
Texas investigation into teachers’ posts after Charlie Kirk’s death violates their free speech, experts say
Read full article: Texas investigation into teachers’ posts after Charlie Kirk’s death violates their free speech, experts sayFree speech experts say that when teachers speak in their personal capacity, even on school grounds but outside their official duties, they retain their right to comment on matters of public concern.
Central Texas floods reveal need to shore up disaster response in unincorporated areas
Read full article: Central Texas floods reveal need to shore up disaster response in unincorporated areasAlmost one-third of Americans live in areas like Travis County’s Sandy Creek, where disaster aid can be spotty.
Turning Point, moving forward without Charlie Kirk, makes first return to Utah since his killing
Read full article: Turning Point, moving forward without Charlie Kirk, makes first return to Utah since his killingTurning Point USA’s college tour went to Utah for the first time since its founder was assassinated on a college campus in the state earlier this month.
Democrats vote down GOP funding bill, putting government on path to shutdown
Read full article: Democrats vote down GOP funding bill, putting government on path to shutdownSenate Democrats have voted down a Republican bill to keep funding the government, putting it on a path to a shutdown after midnight Wednesday.
New Texas law creates advisory board to oversee Child Protective Services investigations, training
Read full article: New Texas law creates advisory board to oversee Child Protective Services investigations, trainingFor the first time ever, the State of Texas will have an advisory committee overseeing Child Protective Services investigations and training thanks to a new state law that passed during the latest legislative session.
A new policy on access at the Pentagon has journalists and the Trump administration at odds
Read full article: A new policy on access at the Pentagon has journalists and the Trump administration at oddsNew rules that limit the access of journalists in the Pentagon and appear to condition entry into the building on agreement to restrictions have led to a standoff between the press and the Trump administration's defense department.
Progressive nonprofits condemn Trump's targeting of George Soros and his foundations
Read full article: Progressive nonprofits condemn Trump's targeting of George Soros and his foundationsDozens of progressive nonprofits condemned President Donald Trump’s general attacks on his political opponents and a specific report of a potential investigation into billionaire George Soros’ philanthropy.
At UN, Canada's foreign minister walks fine line between pushing back at Trump and keeping peace
Read full article: At UN, Canada's foreign minister walks fine line between pushing back at Trump and keeping peaceCanada’s foreign minister walked a fine line at the United Nations General Assembly in her speech.
Trump takes his tariff war to the movies announcing 100% levies on foreign-made films
Read full article: Trump takes his tariff war to the movies announcing 100% levies on foreign-made filmsPresident Donald Trump is slapping a 100% tax on movies made outside the United States – a vague directive aimed at protecting a business that America already dominates.
Democratic Rep. Jon Rosenthal will run for Texas Railroad Commission
Read full article: Democratic Rep. Jon Rosenthal will run for Texas Railroad CommissionThe day after the four-term Houston lawmaker launched his statewide bid, his former chief of staff, Odus Evbagharu, announced he was running to succeed his former boss in the Texas House.
Trump's big bill is prompting urgent action in some Democratic states, but not in Republican ones
Read full article: Trump's big bill is prompting urgent action in some Democratic states, but not in Republican onesNew Mexico lawmakers are convening in a special session this week to boost funding for food assistance and rural health care.
The Latest: Congressional leaders meet with Trump in late effort to avoid a government shutdown
Read full article: The Latest: Congressional leaders meet with Trump in late effort to avoid a government shutdownDemocratic and Republican congressional leaders heading to the White House for a meeting with President Donald Trump on Monday in a late effort to avoid a government shutdown.
Can Texas use its new congressional map for 2026? A trio of judges will decide.
Read full article: Can Texas use its new congressional map for 2026? A trio of judges will decide.The same plaintiffs who are challenging the state’s 2021 maps have asked the court to block the new GOP-approved districts from being used in the fast-approaching midterms.
Anti-DEI crusader Sid Miller urged UT to enroll student emphasizing her race and socioeconomic status
Read full article: Anti-DEI crusader Sid Miller urged UT to enroll student emphasizing her race and socioeconomic statusIn May 2023, Miller wrote a letter urging university leaders to reconsider admitting a student whom he described as a “biracial Latina,” who was also the daughter of his political associate.
About $675 million earmarked for Texas projects is in limbo as Congress careens toward shutdown
Read full article: About $675 million earmarked for Texas projects is in limbo as Congress careens toward shutdownTexas’ congressional delegation obtained tentative funding for infrastructure improvements, university research and other initiatives, but the nearly 350 earmarks are all in jeopardy.
Congressional leaders leave White House meeting without deal to avoid government shutdown
Read full article: Congressional leaders leave White House meeting without deal to avoid government shutdownDemocratic congressional leaders have left a White House meeting without a deal with President Donald Trump and Republicans to avoid a government shutdown.
Oregon leaders say Trump is deploying 200 National Guard troops within the state
Read full article: Oregon leaders say Trump is deploying 200 National Guard troops within the stateTwo hundred members of the Oregon National Guard are being placed under federal control and deployed to protect immigration enforcement officers and government facilities.
Trump's comments on autism evoke anger and hope among autistic people and their families
Read full article: Trump's comments on autism evoke anger and hope among autistic people and their familiesSome mothers of autistic children say President Donald Trump was blaming moms when he suggested taking Tylenol while pregnant causes autism.
Officials place Des Moines schools leader on leave after his arrest by immigration agents
Read full article: Officials place Des Moines schools leader on leave after his arrest by immigration agentsOfficials have put the leader of Iowa’s largest school district on administrative leave a day after federal immigration agents arrested him because they said he was in the country illegally.
Trump to meet Monday with top four congressional leaders as government shutdown risk looms
Read full article: Trump to meet Monday with top four congressional leaders as government shutdown risk loomsPresident Donald Trump plans to meet with the top four congressional leaders at the White House on Monday, one day before the deadline to fund the federal government or face a shutdown.
Trump's vast federal cuts create distrust on Capitol Hill as shutdown risk grows
Read full article: Trump's vast federal cuts create distrust on Capitol Hill as shutdown risk growsAs Congress confronts a possible government shutdown, it's also weighing the Trump administration's willingness to simply halt federal spending — even when it's against the law.
Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries says Trump is marching the country into a government shutdown
Read full article: Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries says Trump is marching the country into a government shutdownHouse Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries said President Donald Trump and the Republican Party are “marching the country” into a government shutdown.
FBI fires agents photographed kneeling during 2020 racial justice protest, AP sources say
Read full article: FBI fires agents photographed kneeling during 2020 racial justice protest, AP sources sayThe FBI has fired agents who were photographed kneeling during a racial justice protest in Washington that followed the 2020 death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police officers.
Texas State University professor reinstated by court after being fired for “inciting violence”
Read full article: Texas State University professor reinstated by court after being fired for “inciting violence”Thomas Alter, who was fired for comments he made during an online socialist conference, won’t be allowed to teach but will be reinstated with pay, the university said.
Texas A&M System regents authorize settlement with former president
Read full article: Texas A&M System regents authorize settlement with former presidentDetails of the agreement with Mark A. Welsh III, who resigned as leader of the flagship university on Sept. 19, will not be revealed until it is finalized.
State approves $562 million Texas Energy Fund loan for power plant near Baytown
Read full article: State approves $562 million Texas Energy Fund loan for power plant near BaytownThe low-interest loan to NRG Energy for a gas-fired power plant is the largest of three loans approved through the $7 billion fund since its creation in 2023.
A conviction may be beside the point for the Justice Department as it pursues case against Comey
Read full article: A conviction may be beside the point for the Justice Department as it pursues case against ComeyNow that it’s secured an indictment against former FBI Director James Comey, the Justice Department faces the significantly tougher task of building a case it can prove to a jury beyond a reasonable doubt.
Senior Republican says Ukraine can beat back Russia and urges action on sanctions bill
Read full article: Senior Republican says Ukraine can beat back Russia and urges action on sanctions billJust back from a congressional delegation trip to Ukraine, a senior Republican says he’s more optimistic that the country can succeed in the war with Russia.
Trump swings by the Ryder Cup, soaking up fans’ love after vowing revenge on more of his enemies
Read full article: Trump swings by the Ryder Cup, soaking up fans’ love after vowing revenge on more of his enemiesPresident Donald Trump started Friday by warning that more of his enemies will face prosecution, shaking the foundations of the American justice system by treating it as a tool of political retribution.
Florida officials announce more than 6,000 immigration arrests
Read full article: Florida officials announce more than 6,000 immigration arrestsOver the last five months, Florida law enforcement officials have arrested more than 6,000 people suspected of being in the country illegally, a U.S. Border Patrol official announced Friday.
Chair of a House committee on China demands urgent White House briefing on TikTok deal
Read full article: Chair of a House committee on China demands urgent White House briefing on TikTok dealRep. John Moolenaar has requested an urgent briefing from the White House after Trump supported a deal giving Americans a majority stake in TikTok.
Assata Shakur, a fugitive Black militant sought by the US since 1979, dies in Cuba
Read full article: Assata Shakur, a fugitive Black militant sought by the US since 1979, dies in CubaAssata Shakur, a Black liberation activist who was given political asylum in Cuba after her 1979 escape from a U.S. prison where she had been serving a life sentence for killing a police officer, has died.
Texas Tech’s limits on gender identity discussion deepen fears of politics breaching academic freedom
Read full article: Texas Tech’s limits on gender identity discussion deepen fears of politics breaching academic freedomProfessors are afraid to publicly speak out, system leaders left key questions unanswered and advocates worry for LGBTQ+ students’ mental health.
Train stabbing spurs outcry over Black-on-white violence, but data shows such occurrences are rare
Read full article: Train stabbing spurs outcry over Black-on-white violence, but data shows such occurrences are rareAfter a Ukrainian woman who fled war in her homeland was stabbed to death on a commuter train in North Carolina, the alarming act of violence has ignited bitter racial and political rhetoric about crime victims and perpetrators in America.