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DOJ white-collar crime unit losing expertise under Trump shift
The Justice Department's white-collar crime unit is losing experienced prosecutors as the Trump administration refocuses investigative priorities away from corporate and financial misconduct.
Katie Zacharia named new White House press secretary
Katie Zacharia has been tapped as the new White House press secretary, continuing staffing changes in the Trump administration's communications operation.
Trump establishes committee to investigate Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook
Trump created a White House investigation committee targeting Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, expanding his effort to remove her from office despite earlier Supreme Court rulings limiting presidential removal powers.
ICE agent shoots man in NYC while agency faces mounting civil liberties scrutiny
An ICE agent shot a man in Manhattan with a child in the car, prompting the mayor to call Trump. Meanwhile, watchdog probes reveal ICE tracks protesters in secret databases, detains migrant children in unreachable hotels, and an off-duty agent faced felony assault charges in Fres
Massie's Epstein Files bill nears forced vote as DOJ targets Jan. 6 whistleblower
Rep. Massie says his Epstein Files Transparency Act discharge petition has 216 of 218 needed signatures. Separately, the Justice Department is pursuing criminal charges against Cassidy Hutchinson, the former Trump aide who testified about January 6.
Trump deals with Putin to supply Russian diesel to US markets
Trump announced that Russia will supply millions of tons of diesel to the U.S. and global markets. Ukraine's Zelensky called the deal an "investment in war," while the U.S. lifted sanctions on Russian fuel sales until April 2027.
US sanctions ICC hours after Nobel Prize winner Pillay criticizes Trump
The U.S. imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court immediately after human rights lawyer Navi Pillay won the Nobel Peace Prize and publicly mocked Trump for losing the award.
Trump DOJ's voter roll purge shut down by federal judge
A federal judge blocked the Trump Justice Department's nationwide effort to purge voter rolls, finding the program lacked legal authority.
Another Trump official linked to Russian organization as Kash Patel plans Moscow trip
A Trump inner circle member works for a Russian-linked group, continuing a pattern of Moscow ties in the administration. Separately, Kash Patel is planning a trip to Russia, raising coordination concerns.
Secretary of Defense nominee Hegseth faces backlash over public execution plan
Pete Hegseth faces bipartisan criticism, including from General John Kelly, over his support for televising the execution of the Fort Hood shooter. Military law experts likened the plan to authoritarian practices.
Trump bought SpaceX debt days before announcing space policy
Trump purchased over $1 million in SpaceX debt just before unveiling his administration's space policy, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest.
Federal government posts largest deficit since COVID
The federal government recorded its biggest deficit since the pandemic, signaling renewed fiscal strain despite earlier deficit reduction announcements.
Pentagon awarded $350 million in contracts tied to senior defense official
The Pentagon gave $350 million in contracts to a firm with close ties to a senior Defense Department official, raising conflict-of-interest questions.
Ken Paxton used state security for nearly 1,000 trips as leaked audio surfaces social security cuts
Texas AG Ken Paxton took nearly 1,000 state-funded security trips, many unrelated to official business. Leaked audio reveals he wants to cut Social Security and called working people a "joke."
U.S. mortgage rates hit nearly 3-year high after seven straight weekly increases
Average long-term U.S. mortgage rates reached their highest level in almost three years, following seven consecutive weeks of rate increases that are straining homebuyers.
State Department watchdog probes Kimberly Guilfoyle over $100K demand allegation
The State Department Inspector General is investigating Kimberly Guilfoyle following allegations that she demanded $100,000, raising concerns about official conduct.
OpenAI fires three safety researchers in AI risk dispute
OpenAI terminated three safety researchers who raised concerns about AI risks, signaling a shift away from internal safety scrutiny at the company.
Virginia county sues to block Trump's proposed triumphal arch
A Virginia county filed a lawsuit to stop Trump's plan to build a "Great Triumphal Arch," questioning the legality and appropriateness of the project.
Epstein associate Reid Hoffman bankrolls Talarico's Texas Senate campaign
Billionaire Reid Hoffman, linked to Jeffrey Epstein, is funding James Talarico's Texas Senate run, placing the Democratic candidate in an awkward position as Epstein files dominate midterm coverage.
Seattle bans AI-powered grocery price surveillance
Seattle City Council passed a ban on AI grocery pricing that uses personal data to set individualized prices, becoming the first city to restrict the practice.
RFK Jr.-backed vaccine trial gets approval in Guinea-Bissau
A controversial vaccine trial promoted by RFK Jr. has received approval to proceed in Guinea-Bissau, raising concerns about oversight and informed consent.