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A gunman attempted to attack President Trump and Cabinet members at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, sending anti-government writings to family before the incident and sparking various reactions and conspiracy theories.
In recent days, multiple GOP lawmakers have gone public with their concerns over the war -- a range of issues Republican leadership will have to address as they face the task of securing new funding.
The US Homeland Security shutdown persists due to congressional disagreement, with Senator Cramer now calling on House GOP to pass a funding deal. Markwayne Mullin has initiated policy changes at DHS, while some GOP lawmakers push for more action. Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer has stated Democrats will not fund a 'lawless ICE and CPB,' as co-chairs of the House Problem Solvers Caucus describe the environment as 'toxic' amid efforts to end the shutdown.
European and world stock markets, including Asian equities, are experiencing downward trends for the fifth consecutive week due to intensifying Middle East conflict, which has also caused oil prices to surge towards $117 per barrel and led to a rebound in soybean and corn prices, further fueled by fears of escalation in Iran.
GOP lawmakers in Texas are reportedly investigating the possibility of acquiring parts of neighboring New Mexico, a move that could lead to significant border changes between the two states.
Newly unearthed Department of Justice emails reveal that Special Counsel Jack Smith's team has identified additional House and Senate members whose phone records and communications are being sought in connection with interactions with Mark Meadows and Rudy Giuliani during Trump's legal challenges.
Republicans seem to think explicit Islamophobia is going to help them win in November
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and AG Keith Ellison faced intense Republican grilling over the state's major fraud scandal during a House Oversight hearing Wednesday.
GOP lawmakers ensured there was enough money for the immigration crackdown, but the funding pause threatens other Homeland Security work.
RNC and two GOP lawmakers sue to stop Virginia Democrats' push to redraw congressional maps, claiming constitutional violations in amendment process.
A gunman at the White House Correspondents' Dinner was reportedly targeting President Trump and his administration officials, prompting an evacuation and raising security concerns. The incident led to discussions about event security and the safety of high-profile attendees.
Washington Post columnist Shadi Hamid contended that Muslims do not need to assimilate in America, citing their civic engagement and countering rhetoric from GOP lawmakers.
Markwayne Mullin has started making policy changes at DHS. Some GOP lawmakers want him to do more CNN
US Vice President JD Vance has reiterated his 'obsession' with UFOs, describing potential aliens as 'demons' and vowing to investigate government files on the subject during his tenure, echoing former President Trump's pledge to declassify related documents. Vance believes the truth about extraterrestrials will be revealed during a Trump administration.
Donald Trump denies a cease-fire with Iran, despite asserting Iran is eager for a deal and negotiating with the US, while Tehran denies direct talks. Amidst ongoing strikes, focus on Iran talks, and discussions of US troop deployment to the Middle East, crude oil prices and tech stocks have risen, as Iran reviews a US ceasefire plan.
An spate of terror attacks by naturalized U.S. citizens has several Republican lawmakers calling for naturalized citizens to be stripped of their citizenship if they engage in terror.
House Republicans demand answers on alleged Chinese birth tourism in Pacific territory, raising national security concerns over citizenship loopholes.
GOP lawmakers signal support for ongoing missile strikes in Iran while drawing a firm red line at ground troops, insisting on Congress' constitutional authority over war.
Hillary Clinton claims that Republican voter legislation will make it harder for married women to vote, an assertion that GOP lawmakers and officials have called 'nonsense'.
House Republicans are investigating ActBlue, a Democratic fundraising organization, for alleged illegal foreign donations and for reportedly obstructing congressional subpoenas.
Republican lawmakers are advocating for a ban on funding for transgender animal experiments in the 2027 Appropriations bill, following the NIH's allocation of new research funds for such studies.
New York GOP lawmakers are launching a pressure campaign on Governor Kathy Hochul, urging her to repeal the state's climate law, citing concerns over soaring energy costs and an affordability crisis.
A British judge praised Barron Trump, Donald Trump's youngest son, for his 'life-saving actions' after he called emergency services when witnessing an assault on a friend, an incident for which a Russian national was later sentenced to four years in jail.
Nearly three weeks into an unpopular war with Iran, top Republican lawmakers are resisting calls for administration officials to testify about the conflict, arguing that hearings would expose internal divisions and deferring to former President Trump.
Senior GOP lawmakers tell Fox News Digital that a reconciliation bill may be the only way to bolster defense spending and modernize the military amid rising threats from Iran.
House Republicans demand answers on alleged Chinese birth tourism in Pacific territory, raising national security concerns over citizenship loopholes.
Republican lawmakers in California are expressing anger over a gas tax study, while rural groups argue for its necessity.
Republican lawmakers have blasted a HuffPost piece suggesting discomfort with rooting for the USA in the Olympics, responding with chants of 'USA' and calling the idea unpatriotic.