Politics
Gerrymandering is spreading across U.S. states after Trump pushed for new congressional districts
A push to reshape congressional voting districts, initiated by President Donald Trump, is sweeping across states as political parties vie for an edge in next year's elections.
Gene Simmons of KISS urges Congress to pass a bill to make radio stations pay royalties to artists
Rock icon Gene Simmons of KISS called on senators Tuesday to make radio stations pay artists fairly for playing their songs.
Buone notizie! Trump team postpones steep tariffs on pasta
You may not have to say farewell to your favorite fettuccine until next April.
Trump threatens funding for Chicago transit after woman set on fire
President Donald Trump's administration is threatening to pull federal funding for public transportation in Chicago unless the city tightens security after a man allegedly set a woman on fire inside a commuter train in November.
Senate report details 22 Americans caught in crosshairs of Trump’s mass deportation sweep
A report from Senate Democrats accuses Homeland Security of sweeping Americans up in its push to deport illegal immigrants, including some detained for more than a day, seemingly in defiance of Supreme Court guidance this year.
Texas Rep. Marc Veasey leaving Congress to pursue Democratic bid for county judge seat
Texas Rep. Marc Veasey announced he's not seeking reelection, aiming instead for the Democratic nomination for Tarrant County judge.
Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public vote
Opponents of Missouri's new congressional map submitted thousands of petition signatures Tuesday calling for a statewide referendum on a redistricting plan backed by President Donald Trump as part of his quest to hold on to a slim Republican majority in next year's elections.
ACLU sues to force release of legal justification for Trump’s attacks on alleged drug boats
The American Civil Liberties Union sued the administration on Tuesday to force disclosure of the Justice Department opinion that provides the legal backing for President Trump to carry out attacks on vessels he says are carrying drugs toward the U.S.
Gov. Shapiro tries to seize spotlight as Trump visits Pennsylvania
Gov. Josh Shapiro started Tuesday the way he's spent much of December -- drawing sharp contrasts with President Trump, this time just hours before the Republican's high-profile visit to Pennsylvania.
Judge allows release of secret Epstein docs from Maxwell case
A federal judge on Tuesday approved the Justice Department's request to release files relating to sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein that were kept under seal as part of the case against his accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell.
Long Island Republican Bruce Blakeman is running for New York governor
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, a firebrand Long Island Republican, announced a run for governor of New York on Tuesday, setting up a primary clash with fellow Trump ally U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik.
Nassau County Republican Bruce Blakeman to run for New York governor
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman announced his bid for governor of New York, signaling a primary face-off with GOP Rep. Elise Stefanik.
Trump says he’s fixing affordability problems. He’ll test out that message at a rally
President Donald Trump will road-test his claims that he's tackling Americans' affordability woes at a Tuesday rally in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania - shifting an argument made in Oval Office appearances and social media posts to a campaign-style event.
A Democrat takes on a Trump-backed candidate for Miami mayor in a key Hispanic battleground
A candidate backed by President Donald Trump and one supported by national Democratic figures face off Tuesday to be the next Miami mayor, in this sun-kissed city shaped by immigrants where both major political parties are watching for a glimpse into their standing ahead of next year's midterms, particularly among Hispanic voters.
Trump threatens new tariffs on Mexico if it does not release water under 1944 treaty
President Trump threatened to impose an additional 5% tariff on Mexican products if the southern neighbor does not comply with a decades-old treaty that requires the nations to share water from the Colorado River and the Rio Grande.
Indiana Senate committee advances redistricting legislation backed by Trump toward final floor vote
State senators in Indiana advanced a proposal to redraw the state's congressional boundaries Monday, although it is not clear if it has the support to become law in a final vote expected later this week even after months of pressure from President Donald Trump.
Boasberg calls DOJ whistleblower to testify as he considers contempt charge against Trump officials
U.S. District Judge James Boasberg demanded the Justice Department send one of its key lawyers to testify in person about why the government made three deportation flights to El Salvador in March despite what the judge thought were clear orders to ground the planes.
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett kicks off Texas Senate bid, seeking John Cornyn’s seat
Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett announced her Senate bid Monday at a Dallas campaign event -- significantly reshaping the state's Democratic primary race.
Trump’s attacks on Minnesota’s Somali community cast a spotlight on fraud cases
President Donald Trump has linked his administration's immigration crackdown against Minnesota's large Somali community to a series of fraud cases involving government programs in which many defendants have roots in the east African country.
