Michigan Gov. Whitmer signs 'red flag' gun laws
Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan signed legislation Monday that will make it easier for authorities to seize firearms from people who are believed to be a danger to themselves or others, commonly known as "red flag" laws.
2023-05-24 00:22
How DeSantis plans to jolt the GOP presidential primary and seize back the narrative
In the early days of his governorship, Ron DeSantis, still largely unknown to even the people who elected him, barnstormed across Florida's 65,000 square miles, popping up almost daily in a different community to announce new initiatives or unexpected actions. News outlets, opposition Democrats and fellow Republicans unaccustomed to such energy from the executive were caught by surprise.
2023-05-24 00:16
Ron DeSantis spells out possibility to cement '7-2 conservative majority' on Supreme Court
Ahead of an expected White House bid in the coming days, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spelled out the possibility to build a "7-2 conservative majority" on the US Supreme Court.
2023-05-23 21:57
Arizona judge rejects Kari Lake's final 2022 election lawsuit
An Arizona judge rejected the final lawsuit brought by Republican Kari Lake, affirming Democrat Katie Hobbs won the 2022 election for governor.
2023-05-23 19:16
U-Haul driver faces multiple charges after crashing into a security barrier near White House in Lafayette Square, police say
The driver of a U-Haul who crashed into a security barrier in Lafayette Square near the White House Monday night was arrested on multiple charges, including threatening to kill or harm a president, vice president or family member, according to US Park Police.
2023-05-23 15:28
Trump's legal dramas overshadow his campaign as GOP field grows
Donald Trump has always said and done exactly what he wants when he wants in a turbulent business and political life that has defied all efforts to bring him under control.
2023-05-23 12:18
Prosecutors issue subpoena to Trump Org. for information regarding business deals in foreign countries
Federal prosecutors with the special counsel's office issued a subpoena to the Trump Organization for information regarding business deals in foreign countries, according to two sources familiar with the investigation.
2023-05-23 08:56
Fact Check: Sen. Tim Scott's presidential announcement speech
Sen. Tim Scott announced he's running for the Republican nomination for president on Monday, setting up a challenge to former President Donald Trump, the current frontrunner.
2023-05-23 06:27
E. Jean Carroll asks judge to amend lawsuit to seek further damages for what Trump said at CNN town hall
E. Jean Carroll has asked a judge to amend her initial defamation case against former President Donald Trump to seek additional punitive damages after he repeated his statements at a CNN town hall.
2023-05-23 05:45
Trump's attorney took notes that say the former president wanted to fight subpoena for classified docs
Donald Trump asked whether he could push back against Justice Department efforts last year to recover any classified documents still in his possession during conversations with his lawyer over compliance with a federal subpoena, according to multiple sources familiar with notes taken by his lawyer and turned over to investigators.
2023-05-23 04:48
Nebraska governor signs bill that bans most abortions at 12 weeks, gender-affirming care for those under 19
Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen, a Republican, signed a bill into law on Monday that bans most abortions after 12 weeks with exceptions for sexual assault, incest and medical emergencies.
2023-05-23 02:20
Longtime Democratic Sen. Tom Carper says he will not seek reelection
Democratic Sen. Tom Carper of Delaware said Monday he will not seek reelection in 2024.
2023-05-22 23:54