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Today: March 13, 2026
Today: March 13, 2026

Trump administration

Environment|Science|US|World

Trump delivers a deadly blow to EPA’s ability to regulate climate pollution

Trump delivers a deadly blow to EPA’s ability to regulate climate pollution

Trump delivers a deadly blow to EPA’s ability to regulate climate pollution
Crime|Political|US|World

Border czar says Minnesota immigration crackdown is over, after angry protests and 2 fatal shootings

The Trump administration says it is ending its massive immigration crackdown in Minnesota after weeks of angry mass protests, thousands of arrests and two fatal shootings

Border czar says Minnesota immigration crackdown is over, after angry protests and 2 fatal shootings
Crime|Interview|Opinion|World

Trump administration losing credibility with judges and grand juries – a former federal judge explains why this is ‘remarkable and unprecedented’

Grand juries, historically rubber stamps for prosecutors’ attempts to indict, are rejecting the Trump administration’s moves to indict the president’s perceived enemies. That’s unprecedented.

Trump administration losing credibility with judges and grand juries – a former federal judge explains why this is ‘remarkable and unprecedented’
Political|US|World

US military pulls last troops from key military facility in Syria

US military pulls last troops from key military facility in Syria

US military pulls last troops from key military facility in Syria
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge blocks Trump administration from moving former death row inmates to 'Supermax' prison

A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from transferring 20 inmates with commuted death sentences to the nation’s highest security federal prison

Judge blocks Trump administration from moving former death row inmates to 'Supermax' prison
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

‘They put me on there to die’: Conservatives unload on GOP’s failures to carry out DOGE cost-cutting

‘They put me on there to die’: Conservatives unload on GOP’s failures to carry out DOGE cost-cutting

‘They put me on there to die’: Conservatives unload on GOP’s failures to carry out DOGE cost-cutting
Business|Europe|World

US allies at NATO focus on Europe as the Trump administration steps back

European allies at NATO are brushing aside concerns that the United States has stepped back from its leadership role at the alliance

US allies at NATO focus on Europe as the Trump administration steps back
Americas|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Europe warily awaits Rubio at Munich Security Conference as Trump roils transatlantic ties

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is leading a large U.S. delegation to the Munich Security Conference this week

Europe warily awaits Rubio at Munich Security Conference as Trump roils transatlantic ties
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|US|World

Republicans urge Trump to hold firm against Democrats’ DHS demands as clock ticks toward shutdown

Republicans urge Trump to hold firm against Democrats’ DHS demands as clock ticks toward shutdown

Republicans urge Trump to hold firm against Democrats’ DHS demands as clock ticks toward shutdown
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Congressional Black Caucus and civil rights leaders unite to counter Trump administration's agenda

The Congressional Black Caucus is building a new coalition with major civil rights groups to push back on President Donald Trump’s domestic agenda

Congressional Black Caucus and civil rights leaders unite to counter Trump administration's agenda
Americas|Crime|Europe|Political|US|World

The Latest: Bondi deflected questions on Epstein files across 5-hour hearing

Attorney General Pam Bondi took heated questions from lawmakers in a combative congressional hearing over the Justice Department’s handling of files related to Jeffrey Epstein that have exposed sensitive private information about victims despite redaction efforts

The Latest: Bondi deflected questions on Epstein files across 5-hour hearing
Arts

Trump admin removes Pride flag from Stonewall National Monument

Trump admin removes Pride flag from Stonewall National Monument

Trump admin removes Pride flag from Stonewall National Monument
Crime|Lifestyle|US|World

Pride flag removed from Stonewall National Monument in NYC

Pride flag removed from Stonewall National Monument in NYC

Pride flag removed from Stonewall National Monument in NYC
MidEast|Political|World

Iran commemorates 1979 revolution as nation is squeezed by anger over crackdown and tensions with US

Iran marks the 47th anniversary of its 1979 Islamic Revolution as leaders face pressure from the U.S. and anger at home

Iran commemorates 1979 revolution as nation is squeezed by anger over crackdown and tensions with US
Business|Crime|Entertainment

Don Lemon hires former federal prosecutor who resigned over handling of fatal ICE shooting probe

Don Lemon hires former federal prosecutor who resigned over handling of fatal ICE shooting probe

Don Lemon hires former federal prosecutor who resigned over handling of fatal ICE shooting probe
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Potential conflicts over celebrating America's 250th anniversary spill out in congressional hearing

Congressional Democrats are accusing the Trump administration of trying to hijack plans to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary and using the nonprofit National Park Foundation to solicit money from private donors for some of the president’s pet projects

Potential conflicts over celebrating America's 250th anniversary spill out in congressional hearing
Crime|Election|Finance|Interview|Political|US

How the head of ICE responded to questions in Congress over Trump's immigration policies

The heads of three Trump administration agencies have appeared before Congress to discuss immigration policies

How the head of ICE responded to questions in Congress over Trump's immigration policies
Crime|US

2020 election deniers drove the FBI’s seizures of Fulton County ballots, new documents show

2020 election deniers drove the FBI’s seizures of Fulton County ballots, new documents show

2020 election deniers drove the FBI’s seizures of Fulton County ballots, new documents show
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US

Gov. Tim Walz says federal immigration crackdown in Minnesota could end within days

Gov. Tim Walz says the federal immigration crackdown in Minnesota could end soon

Gov. Tim Walz says federal immigration crackdown in Minnesota could end within days
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Health|Political|US

Trump administration plans to hold back grant money for some Democratic-led states

President Donald Trump’s administration plans to withhold public health and transportation funds from several Democratic-led states

Trump administration plans to hold back grant money for some Democratic-led states
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

Trump EPA set to repeal scientific finding that serves as basis for US climate change policy

The White House says the Trump administration will revoke a scientific finding that long has been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change

Trump EPA set to repeal scientific finding that serves as basis for US climate change policy
Arts

Trump administration takes down a rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument

The Trump administration has stopped flying a rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument

Trump administration takes down a rainbow flag at the Stonewall National Monument
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Takeaways from a tense House hearing with Trump immigration officials

Takeaways from a tense House hearing with Trump immigration officials

Takeaways from a tense House hearing with Trump immigration officials
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World

US to expand passport revocations for parents who owe child support, AP sources say

Parents who owe a significant amount of child support soon could lose their ability to travel internationally as the Trump administration expands and steps up enforcement of a 30-year-old law that allows the federal government to revoke American passports until payments are made

US to expand passport revocations for parents who owe child support, AP sources say
Crime|World

Judges are regularly threatening contempt charges against the DOJ in immigration cases

Judges are regularly threatening contempt charges against the DOJ in immigration cases

Judges are regularly threatening contempt charges against the DOJ in immigration cases
Crime|Education|World

Immigration judge terminates removal proceedings against Tufts student detained by Trump administration, attorneys say

Immigration judge terminates removal proceedings against Tufts student detained by Trump administration, attorneys say

Immigration judge terminates removal proceedings against Tufts student detained by Trump administration, attorneys say
Crime|US

Federal judge blocks California’s law enforcement mask ban

Federal judge blocks California’s law enforcement mask ban

Federal judge blocks California’s law enforcement mask ban
Political|US|World

Democrats and White House trade offers as shutdown of Homeland Security looms

Democratic leaders say a proposal from the White House is “incomplete and insufficient” as they are demanding new restrictions on President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown just days before funding for the Department of Homeland Security is set to expire

Democrats and White House trade offers as shutdown of Homeland Security looms
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

UN is waiting to see how much the US intends to pay of the nearly $4 billion it owes

The United Nations says it’s waiting to find out how much of the nearly $4 billion the United States owes the world organization the Trump administration intends to pay and when the money will arrive

UN is waiting to see how much the US intends to pay of the nearly $4 billion it owes
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Political|US|World

Justice Department seeks to dismiss Steve Bannon’s Capitol riot contempt case

Justice Department seeks to dismiss Steve Bannon’s Capitol riot contempt case

Justice Department seeks to dismiss Steve Bannon’s Capitol riot contempt case
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Trump administration's changes to the CFPB cost Americans $19B, a new report says

The Trump administration has significantly reduced the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's activities over the past year

Trump administration's changes to the CFPB cost Americans $19B, a new report says
Arts|Celebrity|Education|Election|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance redefined what it means to be an American patriot

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance redefined what it means to be an American patriot

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime performance redefined what it means to be an American patriot
Crime|US|World

Masks emerge as symbol of Trump's ICE crackdown and a flashpoint in Congress

The images of masked federal officers has become a flashpoint in the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement operations

Masks emerge as symbol of Trump's ICE crackdown and a flashpoint in Congress
Europe|Political|Sports|World

US Olympians speaking up about politics at home face online backlash — including from Trump

U.S. Olympians are beginning to face backlash for speaking out about domestic politics at the Milan Cortina Games

US Olympians speaking up about politics at home face online backlash — including from Trump
Business|Economy|Finance

Congress isn’t waiting on Trump to tackle high housing costs

Congress isn’t waiting on Trump to tackle high housing costs

Congress isn’t waiting on Trump to tackle high housing costs
Business|Economy|Election|Health

Health costs are fueling voter stress and powering Democratic campaigns

Democrats are focusing on health care in the November elections and making it a key issue

Health costs are fueling voter stress and powering Democratic campaigns
Business|Entertainment|Technology

Trump praises Nexstar-Tegna broadcast television deal he once opposed

President Donald Trump has endorsed Nexstar Media Group’s $6.2 billion purchase of broadcast rival Tegna in an apparent reversal from his earlier criticism of the deal

Trump praises Nexstar-Tegna broadcast television deal he once opposed
Crime|Interview|Political|US|Videos|World

Congressional Black Caucus chair says Trump's post on the Obamas shows a 'bigoted and racist regime'

The chair of the Congressional Black Caucus says the Trump administration has a chance to change after President Donald Trump posted a racist video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as primates in the jungle

Congressional Black Caucus chair says Trump's post on the Obamas shows a 'bigoted and racist regime'
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge grants continuance in the asylum case of Liam Conejo Ramos and his family

Judge grants continuance in the asylum case of Liam Conejo Ramos and his family

Judge grants continuance in the asylum case of Liam Conejo Ramos and his family
Political|US|World

Trump confirms more talks with Iran as Tehran stands firm on nuclear enrichment. Here’s what to know

Trump confirms more talks with Iran as Tehran stands firm on nuclear enrichment. Here’s what to know

Trump confirms more talks with Iran as Tehran stands firm on nuclear enrichment. Here’s what to know
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

Judge orders Trump administration to restore funding for rail tunnel between New York and New Jersey

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore funding for a new rail tunnel between New York and New Jersey

Judge orders Trump administration to restore funding for rail tunnel between New York and New Jersey
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|US

Judge orders Trump administration to unfreeze more than $16 billion for NY tunnel project

Judge orders Trump administration to unfreeze more than $16 billion for NY tunnel project

Judge orders Trump administration to unfreeze more than $16 billion for NY tunnel project
Crime|Political|US|World

Judge orders return of 3 deported families protected by family separation settlement

A federal judge says the Trump administration must bring back three deported families who should have been allowed to remain in the United States under a court settlement involving the separation of children from their parents at the border

Judge orders return of 3 deported families protected by family separation settlement
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Science|Stock Markets|Technology|US|World

US accuses China of secret nuclear test as Trump admin calls for broader nuclear weapons agreement

US accuses China of secret nuclear test as Trump admin calls for broader nuclear weapons agreement

US accuses China of secret nuclear test as Trump admin calls for broader nuclear weapons agreement
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

States’ mistrust of Trump’s fraud crusade could hinder fight against foreign influence in elections, federal officials fear

States’ mistrust of Trump’s fraud crusade could hinder fight against foreign influence in elections, federal officials fear

States’ mistrust of Trump’s fraud crusade could hinder fight against foreign influence in elections, federal officials fear
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

Energy chief Wright says orders empowering coal plants helped keep lights on during winter storm

The Trump administration says its emergency orders keeping coal-fired plants running helped prevent blackouts during the recent cold snap

Energy chief Wright says orders empowering coal plants helped keep lights on during winter storm
Business|Environment|Science|Technology

The consumer-friendly Energy Star program survived Trump. What about other efficiency efforts?

Energy Star, the program that helps guide consumers to more energy-efficient appliances and electronics, has survived President Donald Trump’s attempt to kill it

The consumer-friendly Energy Star program survived Trump. What about other efficiency efforts?
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|US|World

Leadership changes in Minnesota follow tensions among agencies over immigration enforcement tactics

The Trump administration's immigration operation in Minnesota is now being unified under U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Leadership changes in Minnesota follow tensions among agencies over immigration enforcement tactics
Americas|Crime|Education|World

She thought ICE agents were taking her to school. The 10-year-old ended up 1,200 miles away at a detention facility

She thought ICE agents were taking her to school. The 10-year-old ended up 1,200 miles away at a detention facility

She thought ICE agents were taking her to school. The 10-year-old ended up 1,200 miles away at a detention facility
Economy|Education|Health|World

With $48M in philanthropic backing, a division of USAID relaunches as a nonprofit

A division of the U.S. Agency for International Development eliminated by Trump administration cuts last year was reborn Thursday as an independent nonprofit

With $48M in philanthropic backing, a division of USAID relaunches as a nonprofit
Crime|Political|US|World

US strikes another alleged drug-trafficking boat in Eastern Pacific

The U.S. military says it has carried out another deadly strike on a vessel accused of trafficking drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean

US strikes another alleged drug-trafficking boat in Eastern Pacific
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Political|US

Trump administration launches TrumpRx website for discounted drugs

The Trump administration has launched TrumpRx, a website it says will help patients buy prescription drugs directly at a discounted rate

Trump administration launches TrumpRx website for discounted drugs
Americas|Arts|Europe|Food|Interview|World

Trump’s pressure on Havana stirs hope among Cuban diaspora in Spain

Trump’s pressure on Havana stirs hope among Cuban diaspora in Spain

Trump’s pressure on Havana stirs hope among Cuban diaspora in Spain
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

A glimmer of hope for democracy in Venezuela as opponents test the limits of free speech

In Venezuela, political critics are emerging from hiding following the U.S. ouster of President Nicolás Maduro

A glimmer of hope for democracy in Venezuela as opponents test the limits of free speech
Uncategorized

Trump administration plans to reclassify 50,000 federal workers, making them easier to fire

Trump administration plans to reclassify 50,000 federal workers, making them easier to fire

Trump administration plans to reclassify 50,000 federal workers, making them easier to fire
Business|Political|US|World

Marco Rubio drops one of his job titles, while still juggling several other hats

Marco Rubio drops one of his job titles, while still juggling several other hats

Marco Rubio drops one of his job titles, while still juggling several other hats
Business|Economy|Education|Environment

EPA administrator outlines Trump's plan to speed up rebuilding of homes destroyed by LA wildfires

Trump administration officials traveled to Los Angeles to outline the president’s plan to override state and local rules and speed up the permitting process for reconstruction of tens of thousands of homes destroyed by last year’s wildfires

EPA administrator outlines Trump's plan to speed up rebuilding of homes destroyed by LA wildfires
Asia|Crime|Political|World

Chinese national who exposed rights abuses is freed from US detention after being granted asylum

Guan Heng, a Chinese asylum seeker who exposed human rights abuses in his homeland, has been released after more than five months in federal detention

Chinese national who exposed rights abuses is freed from US detention after being granted asylum
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Plastic surgeons group calls for delaying gender-affirming surgery until age 19

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons is recommending that surgeons delay gender-affirming surgeries until patients turn 19, including chest, genital and facial surgeries

Plastic surgeons group calls for delaying gender-affirming surgery until age 19
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Supreme Court allows new California congressional districts that favor Democrats

The Supreme Court has allowed California to use a new voter-approved congressional map that is favorable to Democrats in this year’s elections, rejecting a plea from state Republicans and the Trump administration

Supreme Court allows new California congressional districts that favor Democrats
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Fashion and Beauty|Political|Sports|World

Federal agency probes Nike over alleged discrimination against White employees

Federal agency probes Nike over alleged discrimination against White employees

Federal agency probes Nike over alleged discrimination against White employees
Crime|Political|World

Government lawyer yanked from immigration detail in Minnesota after telling judge 'this job sucks'

A government lawyer who told a judge that her job “sucks” during a court hearing stemming from the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement surge in Minnesota has been removed from her Justice Department post

Government lawyer yanked from immigration detail in Minnesota after telling judge 'this job sucks'
Business|Crime|Political|US|World

Democrats demand 'dramatic changes' for ICE, including masks, cameras and judicial warrants

Democrats are threatening to block funding for the Homeland Security Department when it expires in two weeks unless there are “dramatic changes” and “real accountability” for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and other law enforcement agencies who are carrying out President Donald Trump’s campaign of federal immigration enforcement

Democrats demand 'dramatic changes' for ICE, including masks, cameras and judicial warrants
Business|Crime|Economy|US|World

Trump admin attorney leaves Minnesota after telling judge her job ‘sucks’ amid crush of immigration cases

Trump admin attorney leaves Minnesota after telling judge her job ‘sucks’ amid crush of immigration cases

Trump admin attorney leaves Minnesota after telling judge her job ‘sucks’ amid crush of immigration cases
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports

Fans race to learn Spanish before Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show

Bad Bunny's highly anticipated Super Bowl halftime show is set entirely in Spanish

Fans race to learn Spanish before Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show
Business|Political|US|World

Iran conditionally agrees to nuclear talks with US, first since Trump’s military strikes last summer

Iran conditionally agrees to nuclear talks with US, first since Trump’s military strikes last summer

Iran conditionally agrees to nuclear talks with US, first since Trump’s military strikes last summer
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Political|World

The Latest: Trump signs budget bill bringing an end to partial government shutdown

President Donald Trump has signed a roughly $1.2 trillion spending package to end the partial government shutdown hours after the House passed the bill in a bipartisan vote

The Latest: Trump signs budget bill bringing an end to partial government shutdown
Business|Crime|Education|US|World

Judge appears likely to side with Mark Kelly in case challenging Pentagon’s efforts to punish him over ‘illegal orders’ video

Judge appears likely to side with Mark Kelly in case challenging Pentagon’s efforts to punish him over ‘illegal orders’ video

Judge appears likely to side with Mark Kelly in case challenging Pentagon’s efforts to punish him over ‘illegal orders’ video
Business|Sports|Travel|World

Olympic officials from Africa quiz 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games leaders on visa concerns

Olympic officials from Africa have taken their concerns about a visa program for entering the United States to leaders of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

Olympic officials from Africa quiz 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games leaders on visa concerns
Education|Health

Special education and Trump: What parents and schools need to know

The Hechinger Report outlines step-by-step how dismantling the Education Department might alter services for students with disabilities.

Special education and Trump: What parents and schools need to know
Crime|Political|US|World

More departures at the US attorney's office in Minnesota, AP sources say

More prosecutors are leaving the U.S. attorney’s office in Minnesota during a time of continued turmoil over the Trump administration’s stepped-up immigration enforcement in the state and recent shootings of civilians by federal agents

More departures at the US attorney's office in Minnesota, AP sources say
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s termination of protections for Haitians

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s termination of protections for Haitians

Federal judge temporarily blocks Trump’s termination of protections for Haitians
Economy|Election|Political|US|World

A Democrat flipped a state Senate seat in Texas. Republicans say it’s a ‘wake-up call’ for the midterms

A Democrat flipped a state Senate seat in Texas. Republicans say it’s a ‘wake-up call’ for the midterms

A Democrat flipped a state Senate seat in Texas. Republicans say it’s a ‘wake-up call’ for the midterms
Crime|US

Judge wipes away order requiring feds to preserve evidence gathered at Alex Pretti shooting scene

Judge wipes away order requiring feds to preserve evidence gathered at Alex Pretti shooting scene

Judge wipes away order requiring feds to preserve evidence gathered at Alex Pretti shooting scene
Business|Environment

Trump’s attempts to kill offshore wind aren’t working

Trump’s attempts to kill offshore wind aren’t working

Trump’s attempts to kill offshore wind aren’t working
Economy|Education|Science|Technology

Trump administration cuts number of sites for testing the 2030 census, focusing on the South

The Trump administration is eliminating four out of six planned locations for a 2030 census practice test

Trump administration cuts number of sites for testing the 2030 census, focusing on the South
Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Trump administration to create a strategic reserve for rare earth elements

The Trump administration plans to deploy nearly $12 billion to create a strategic reserve of rare earth elements

Trump administration to create a strategic reserve for rare earth elements
Economy|Political|US

What recent polls show about the challenges facing Trump this year

President Donald Trump is promoting his administration’s work on affordability, but Americans don't seem to be buying it

What recent polls show about the challenges facing Trump this year
Business|Economy|Health|Political|US

Planned Parenthood drops lawsuit against Trump administration's Medicaid cuts

Planned Parenthood has dropped its legal challenge against the Trump administration's decision to cut off Medicaid funding to its abortion providers

Planned Parenthood drops lawsuit against Trump administration's Medicaid cuts
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Trump claims blue states have less-reliable, more expensive electricity. Here’s the reality

Trump claims blue states have less-reliable, more expensive electricity. Here’s the reality

Trump claims blue states have less-reliable, more expensive electricity. Here’s the reality
Crime|Education|US|World

These young brothers sacrifice normal teenage life to be full-time ICE watchers in Minneapolis — and say they won’t regret it

These young brothers sacrifice normal teenage life to be full-time ICE watchers in Minneapolis — and say they won’t regret it

These young brothers sacrifice normal teenage life to be full-time ICE watchers in Minneapolis — and say they won’t regret it
Arts|Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Music's biggest stars use the Grammys stage to protest Trump's immigration crackdown

Artists this awards season are having to decide whether and how to join the growing cultural revolt against the Trump administration's immigration crackdowns

Music's biggest stars use the Grammys stage to protest Trump's immigration crackdown
Crime|US|World

5-year-old Liam Ramos returns home as Trump administration shifts tone amid nationwide anti-ICE protests

5-year-old Liam Ramos returns home as Trump administration shifts tone amid nationwide anti-ICE protests

5-year-old Liam Ramos returns home as Trump administration shifts tone amid nationwide anti-ICE protests
Business|Crime|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Russian drones kill at least 12 in Dnipro as Zelenskyy says more Russia-Ukraine talks next week

A Russian drone strike on the Ukrainian city of Dnipro has killed at least 12 people, according to Ukrainian emergency services

Russian drones kill at least 12 in Dnipro as Zelenskyy says more Russia-Ukraine talks next week
Crime|Education|US|World

Right-wing influencers target Somali child care centers after viral Minneapolis video

A video alleging fraud in Somali-run child care centers in Minneapolis has drawn attention throughout the United States

Right-wing influencers target Somali child care centers after viral Minneapolis video
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Finance|Lifestyle|Political|US|World

Epstein files lead to resignation in Slovakia and calls in Britain for former prince to cooperate

Newly released files on Jeffrey Epstein have prompted the resignation of a top official in Slovakia and revived calls in Britain for a former prince to cooperate with authorities

Epstein files lead to resignation in Slovakia and calls in Britain for former prince to cooperate
Crime

READ: District judge’s scathing opinion ordering release of 5-year-old Liam Ramos and father

READ: District judge’s scathing opinion ordering release of 5-year-old Liam Ramos and father

READ: District judge’s scathing opinion ordering release of 5-year-old Liam Ramos and father
Arts|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Technology|World

More anti-ICE protests underway nationwide after judge declines to immediately halt Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota

More anti-ICE protests underway nationwide after judge declines to immediately halt Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota

More anti-ICE protests underway nationwide after judge declines to immediately halt Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota
Business|Crime|Economy

From a recalibration in Minnesota to an Epstein files release: Inside the Trump administration’s chaotic week

From a recalibration in Minnesota to an Epstein files release: Inside the Trump administration’s chaotic week

From a recalibration in Minnesota to an Epstein files release: Inside the Trump administration’s chaotic week
Crime|Economy|Education|Political|US|World

Protesters close schools and stores during a nationwide strike against Trump's immigration policies

Protesters across the U.S. shut down schools and stores during a nationwide strike to oppose the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in Minneapolis

Protesters close schools and stores during a nationwide strike against Trump's immigration policies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Before capturing Maduro, Trump admin sought lessons from Iraq war to get Venezuela’s oil flowing

Before capturing Maduro, Trump admin sought lessons from Iraq war to get Venezuela’s oil flowing

Before capturing Maduro, Trump admin sought lessons from Iraq war to get Venezuela’s oil flowing
Economy|Environment|Political|World

Carney says he expects Trump to ‘respect Canadian sovereignty’ after Alberta separatists meet with US officials

Carney says he expects Trump to ‘respect Canadian sovereignty’ after Alberta separatists meet with US officials

Carney says he expects Trump to ‘respect Canadian sovereignty’ after Alberta separatists meet with US officials
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela’s acting president signs oil industry overhaul, easing state control to lure investors

Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez has signed a law that will open the nation’s oil sector to privatization

Venezuela’s acting president signs oil industry overhaul, easing state control to lure investors
Business|Economy|Political|World

Venezuela approves new law opening its oil industry as Trump threatens more tariffs on countries selling oil to Cuba

Venezuela approves new law opening its oil industry as Trump threatens more tariffs on countries selling oil to Cuba

Venezuela approves new law opening its oil industry as Trump threatens more tariffs on countries selling oil to Cuba
Crime|Election|Political|US|World

Immigration raids, election office search stir midterm concerns for Democratic election officials

Aggressive immigration enforcement in Minnesota, which resulted in the shooting deaths of two U.S. citizens by federal agents, and this week’s FBI search of an election office in Georgia have Democratic election officials concerned about what could be in store for this fall’s midterm elections

Immigration raids, election office search stir midterm concerns for Democratic election officials
Crime|US|World

Fearing ICE, Native Americans rush to prove their right to belong in the US

Many of the people whose ancestors lived in the U.S. thousands of years before Europeans are carrying tribal identification for protection against the Trump administration’s anti-immigration agenda

Fearing ICE, Native Americans rush to prove their right to belong in the US
Political|World

Senate passes Trump-backed government funding deal, sending to House

The Senate has voted to fund most of the government through the end of September while carving out a temporary extension for Homeland Security funding, giving Congress two weeks to debate new restrictions on federal immigration raids across the country

Senate passes Trump-backed government funding deal, sending to House
Crime|Political|US|World

They were asylum seekers and refugees in Minnesota. Still, ICE detained and flew them to Texas to face deportation

They were asylum seekers and refugees in Minnesota. Still, ICE detained and flew them to Texas to face deportation

They were asylum seekers and refugees in Minnesota. Still, ICE detained and flew them to Texas to face deportation
Crime|Political|US|World

Journalist Don Lemon charged with federal civil rights crimes after covering anti-ICE church protest

Journalist Don Lemon has been released from custody after being charged with federal civil rights crimes in connection with an anti-immigration enforcement protest that disrupted services at a Minnesota church

Journalist Don Lemon charged with federal civil rights crimes after covering anti-ICE church protest
Crime|Economy|Education|Opinion|World

What Franco’s fascist regime in Spain can teach us about today’s America

Comparisons of Trump to Hitler have become common. But some of Trump’s policies may more closely resemble those of Francisco Franco of Spain, says a Spanish scholar.

What Franco’s fascist regime in Spain can teach us about today’s America
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

New US sanctions against Iran target interior minister over crackdown on protesters

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions against Iran’s interior minister, accusing Eskandar Momeni of repressing nationwide protests that have challenged Tehran’s theocratic government

New US sanctions against Iran target interior minister over crackdown on protesters
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Arab allies urge restraint from US and Iran as Trump demands deal on nuclear program

U.S. allies and partners in the Middle East again are urging restraint from both the United States and Iran as the Trump administration warns of a possible strike and builds up its military presence in the region

Arab allies urge restraint from US and Iran as Trump demands deal on nuclear program
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US approves major new arms sales to Israel worth $6.67 billion and to Saudi Arabia worth $9 billion

The Trump administration has approved a massive new series of arms sales to Israel totaling $6.67 billion and to Saudi Arabia worth $9 billion

US approves major new arms sales to Israel worth $6.67 billion and to Saudi Arabia worth $9 billion
Business|Political|Technology|World

Here’s what military equipment the US has positioned in the Middle East as Trump considers an Iran strike

Here’s what military equipment the US has positioned in the Middle East as Trump considers an Iran strike

Here’s what military equipment the US has positioned in the Middle East as Trump considers an Iran strike
Crime|Political|US|World

2 federal officers fired shots during encounter that killed Alex Pretti, DHS tells Congress

A Customs and Border Protection official told Congress in a notice that two federal officers fired shots during the encounter that killed ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis

2 federal officers fired shots during encounter that killed Alex Pretti, DHS tells Congress
Crime|Political|US

Chicago man cleared in Border Patrol bounty trial now faces immigration proceedings

A Chicago carpenter cleared of accusations that he put a $10,000 bounty on the life of a Border Patrol commander’s life has been taken into immigration custody

Chicago man cleared in Border Patrol bounty trial now faces immigration proceedings
Economy|Political|Travel|US|World

US takes first steps to possibly reopen embassy in Venezuela after Maduro's ouster

The Trump administration has notified Congress that it is taking the first steps to possibly reopen the shuttered U.S. Embassy in Venezuela as it explores restoring relations with the South American country following the U.S. military raid that ousted then-President Nicolás Maduro

US takes first steps to possibly reopen embassy in Venezuela after Maduro's ouster
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Mexican president says her country has paused oil shipments to Cuba

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says that her government has suspended oil shipments to Cuba, but says the pause in shipments has been a “sovereign decision” and not the result of pressure by the United States

Mexican president says her country has paused oil shipments to Cuba
Economy|Finance|MidEast|Political|World

Trump warns Iraq against returning former PM al-Maliki to power amid worries about Iran influence

President Donald Trump is warning Iraqi officials that the U.S. would no longer support the country if its former prime minister, Nouri al-Maliki, returns to power

Trump warns Iraq against returning former PM al-Maliki to power amid worries about Iran influence
Arts

‘We all have to be brave’: Meet the woman whose video of Alex Pretti’s killing contradicted the administration’s claims

‘We all have to be brave’: Meet the woman whose video of Alex Pretti’s killing contradicted the administration’s claims

‘We all have to be brave’: Meet the woman whose video of Alex Pretti’s killing contradicted the administration’s claims
Crime|Political|US|World

After town hall attack, Ilhan Omar condemns ‘terrorizing’ immigration push and criticism from GOP

After town hall attack, Ilhan Omar condemns ‘terrorizing’ immigration push and criticism from GOP

After town hall attack, Ilhan Omar condemns ‘terrorizing’ immigration push and criticism from GOP
Health|Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump administration asks court to pause Louisiana lawsuit targeting abortion pill access while it conducts review

Trump administration asks court to pause Louisiana lawsuit targeting abortion pill access while it conducts review

Trump administration asks court to pause Louisiana lawsuit targeting abortion pill access while it conducts review
Economy|Political|World

Rubio defends Trump on Venezuela while trying to allay fears about Greenland and NATO

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has given a full-throated defense of President Donald Trump's military operation to oust and arrest then-Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro

Rubio defends Trump on Venezuela while trying to allay fears about Greenland and NATO
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

Powell hints at extended pause on rate cuts but stays mum on Trump attacks

Powell hints at extended pause on rate cuts but stays mum on Trump attacks

Powell hints at extended pause on rate cuts but stays mum on Trump attacks
Crime|Political|US|World

Trump signals interest in easing tensions, but Minneapolis sees little change on the streets

President Donald Trump seemed to signal a willingness to ease tensions in Minneapolis after a second deadly shooting by federal immigration agents

Trump signals interest in easing tensions, but Minneapolis sees little change on the streets
Business|Economy

Fact check: Trump says Democrats don’t talk about affordability anymore (they do) because inflation is over (it isn’t)

Fact check: Trump says Democrats don’t talk about affordability anymore (they do) because inflation is over (it isn’t)

Fact check: Trump says Democrats don’t talk about affordability anymore (they do) because inflation is over (it isn’t)
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Democrats visit 5-year-old who was detained in Minneapolis, in a case that stirred anger over ICE

Democratic Reps. Joaquin Castro and Jasmine Crockett have met with a 5-year-old Ecuadorian boy and his father at a Texas immigration detention center, a case that has stirred anger over the Trump administration’s immigration policies

Democrats visit 5-year-old who was detained in Minneapolis, in a case that stirred anger over ICE
Crime|Economy|US

Federal troop deployments to US cities cost taxpayers $496M and counting

The Trump administration's deployment of federal troops to six U.S. cities has cost taxpayers about $496 million through December

Federal troop deployments to US cities cost taxpayers $496M and counting
Political|World

Democrats demand major overhaul to ICE, as government shutdown risk skyrockets

Democrats demand major overhaul to ICE, as government shutdown risk skyrockets

Democrats demand major overhaul to ICE, as government shutdown risk skyrockets
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Mayors warn that Trump's hardline immigration tactics could dent trust in law enforcement

Elizabeth Kautz, mayor of Burnsville, Minnesota, says she carries her passport in her own city due to concerns about immigration enforcement

Mayors warn that Trump's hardline immigration tactics could dent trust in law enforcement
Economy|Environment|Political|Science|World

EPA plan would begin rolling back 'good neighbor' rule on downwind pollution from smokestacks

The Trump administration is taking a step toward rolling back a rule that limits smokestack emissions that burden downwind areas in neighboring states

EPA plan would begin rolling back 'good neighbor' rule on downwind pollution from smokestacks
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department bracing for more resignations in Minnesota

Justice Department bracing for more resignations in Minnesota

Justice Department bracing for more resignations in Minnesota
World

US appeals court says Noem's decision to end protections for Venezuelans in US was illegal

A federal appeals court says the Trump administration acted illegally when it ended legal protections that gave hundreds of thousands of people from Venezuela permission to live and work in the United States

US appeals court says Noem's decision to end protections for Venezuelans in US was illegal
Crime|Political|US|World

How Stephen Miller micromanages Trump’s immigration policies

How Stephen Miller micromanages Trump’s immigration policies

How Stephen Miller micromanages Trump’s immigration policies
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

Klobuchar will run for Minnesota governor after Walz ends bid. Democratic senator is a Trump critic

Amy Klobuchar says she's running for governor of Minnesota

Klobuchar will run for Minnesota governor after Walz ends bid. Democratic senator is a Trump critic
Business|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump eyes basing his new Board of Peace at a Washington building in legal limbo

The Trump administration is looking at basing the new Board of Peace in the Washington building that formerly housed the U.S. Institute of Peace

Trump eyes basing his new Board of Peace at a Washington building in legal limbo
Arts|Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Political|Science|World

Why Minnesota’s CEOs finally broke their silence

Why Minnesota’s CEOs finally broke their silence

Why Minnesota’s CEOs finally broke their silence
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Minneapolis shooting scrambles Second Amendment politics for Trump

Prominent Republicans and gun rights advocates helped elicit a White House turnabout this week after bristling over the administration’s characterization of Alex Pretti as responsible for his own death because he lawfully possessed a weapon

Minneapolis shooting scrambles Second Amendment politics for Trump
Americas|Crime|Political|US|World

Experts say the divide between Minnesota and federal authorities is unprecedented

A new Minnesota website lays out evidence to counter what state officials have called federal misinformation after immigration officials fatally shot two residents during the Trump administration's immigration crackdown

Experts say the divide between Minnesota and federal authorities is unprecedented
Crime|US|World

Bovino to leave Minneapolis as Trump reshuffles the leadership of his immigration crackdown

Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino is expected to leave Minneapolis on Tuesday as the Trump administration reshuffles leadership of its immigration enforcement operation and scales back the federal presence after a second fatal shooting in the city by federal officers

Bovino to leave Minneapolis as Trump reshuffles the leadership of his immigration crackdown
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Trump's about-face in Minnesota after Pretti's death is latest in pattern of sudden shifts

President Donald Trump is taking a more conciliatory approach with Democratic leaders in Minnesota

Trump's about-face in Minnesota after Pretti's death is latest in pattern of sudden shifts
Crime|Economy|Political|World

The shootings in Minneapolis are upending the politics of immigration in Congress

The shooting deaths of two American citizens at the hands of federal law enforcement in Minneapolis have upended the politics of the Trump administration’s deportation agenda

The shootings in Minneapolis are upending the politics of immigration in Congress
Crime|Political|World

Death toll from US strikes on alleged drug boats reaches 126 people

The U.S. military says the death toll from strikes on alleged drug boats is up to 126 people, with the inclusion of those presumed dead after being lost at sea

Death toll from US strikes on alleged drug boats reaches 126 people
Economy|Environment|Interview|World

The first refugee to lead the UN refugee agency calls this a 'very difficult moment in history'

The first refugee to lead the U_N_ refugee agency tells The Associated Press that the world faces a “very difficult moment in history.”

The first refugee to lead the UN refugee agency calls this a 'very difficult moment in history'
Americas|Crime|Health|Political|World

A Minnesota nurse is the 6th person to die during the US immigration crackdown

Alex Pretti, a Minnesota nurse, is the sixth person to die during the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement campaign in the U.S. Federal authorities immediately said Pretti was a threat to federal officers

A Minnesota nurse is the 6th person to die during the US immigration crackdown
Economy|Europe|Political|World

NATO chief wishes 'good luck' to those who think Europe can defend itself without US help

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte insists Europe cannot defend itself without U.S. military support

NATO chief wishes 'good luck' to those who think Europe can defend itself without US help
Education|Travel|World

He left the US for an internship. Trump's travel ban made it impossible to return

The Trump administration has thrown up new obstacles for international students, from travel bans to a pause in visa appointments and new layers of vetting

He left the US for an internship. Trump's travel ban made it impossible to return
Crime|Political|US|World

Republican calls are growing for a deeper investigation into the fatal Minneapolis shooting

A growing number of Republicans are pressing for a deeper investigation into federal immigration tactics after a U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis

Republican calls are growing for a deeper investigation into the fatal Minneapolis shooting
Crime|Political|US|Videos|World

What Trump officials claimed about Alex Pretti — and what the evidence actually shows

What Trump officials claimed about Alex Pretti — and what the evidence actually shows

What Trump officials claimed about Alex Pretti — and what the evidence actually shows
Crime|World

Moderate Sen. Jacky Rosen urges Noem's impeachment as Dem fury grows over Minneapolis shooting

Moderate Democratic Sen_ Jacky Rosen is calling for the impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, saying that her “attempt to mislead the American public” about the fatal shooting of a 37 year-old protester in Minneapolis is “deeply shameful.”

Moderate Sen. Jacky Rosen urges Noem's impeachment as Dem fury grows over Minneapolis shooting
Education|Sports

Long Island school district must reinstate Native American mascot or face funding cuts, Trump administration says

Long Island school district must reinstate Native American mascot or face funding cuts, Trump administration says

Long Island school district must reinstate Native American mascot or face funding cuts, Trump administration says
Crime|Political|US|World

How Gregory Bovino became the face of Trump’s immigration crackdown

How Gregory Bovino became the face of Trump’s immigration crackdown

How Gregory Bovino became the face of Trump’s immigration crackdown
Crime|Political|US|World

Man is shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown, National Guard activated

A federal immigration officer has shot and killed a man in Minneapolis, drawing hundreds of protesters onto the frigidly cold streets in a city already shaken by another fatal shooting weeks earlier

Man is shot and killed during Minneapolis immigration crackdown, National Guard activated
Crime|Political|World

A man fatally shot by a federal officer in Minnesota worked as an ICU nurse, his parents say

A federal officer fatally shot a 37-year-old man in Minneapolis amid the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown, according to a hospital record obtained by The Associated Press

A man fatally shot by a federal officer in Minnesota worked as an ICU nurse, his parents say
Crime|World

Immigrant families protest at Texas facility housing 5-year-old boy, father detained in Minnesota

Dozens of immigrant families protested behind the fences of a Texas detention facility where a 5-year-old boy Ecuadorian boy and his father were sent this week after being detained in Minnesota

Immigrant families protest at Texas facility housing 5-year-old boy, father detained in Minnesota
Health|Political|World

Confusion remains after Trump administration abruptly halts public health funding to cities and states, then reverses course

Confusion remains after Trump administration abruptly halts public health funding to cities and states, then reverses course

Confusion remains after Trump administration abruptly halts public health funding to cities and states, then reverses course
Crime|Education|MidEast|World

Unsealed court documents suggest Trump admin detained Tufts student for writing op-ed critical of Israel

Unsealed court documents suggest Trump admin detained Tufts student for writing op-ed critical of Israel

Unsealed court documents suggest Trump admin detained Tufts student for writing op-ed critical of Israel
Crime|Political|World

What Trump officials and immigration lawyers say about ICE detaining a 5-year-old

Federal immigration agents in Minnesota are accused of using a 5-year-old boy as "bait" to arrest his father

What Trump officials and immigration lawyers say about ICE detaining a 5-year-old
Crime|Political|US|World

Several people were arrested for protesting at a St. Paul church. Here’s what we know

Several people were arrested for protesting at a St. Paul church. Here’s what we know

Several people were arrested for protesting at a St. Paul church. Here’s what we know
Business|Economy|Environment|Political

California sues the Trump administration over plans to restart oil pipelines along the coast

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is suing the Trump administration for approving an oil company's plans to restart two oil pipelines along the state's coast

California sues the Trump administration over plans to restart oil pipelines along the coast
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|World

Wall Street drifts as Intel tumbles and gold's price rises to another record

The U.S. stock market finished its zigzag week full of tariff threats and cancellations with a quiet and tentative close

Wall Street drifts as Intel tumbles and gold's price rises to another record
Crime|MidEast|Political|World

US expected to deport dozens of Iranians as Trump threatens regime over crackdown

US expected to deport dozens of Iranians as Trump threatens regime over crackdown

US expected to deport dozens of Iranians as Trump threatens regime over crackdown
Health|Political|World

Trump administration is expanding ‘Mexico City’ abortion policy to also ban funding for NGOs that it says promote DEI

Trump administration is expanding ‘Mexico City’ abortion policy to also ban funding for NGOs that it says promote DEI

Trump administration is expanding ‘Mexico City’ abortion policy to also ban funding for NGOs that it says promote DEI
Business|Economy|Finance|World

ICE immigration tactics are shocking more Americans as US-Mexico border operations move north

Militarized immigration enforcement used to be confined to near the US-Mexico border, far away from most Americans’ front lawns.

ICE immigration tactics are shocking more Americans as US-Mexico border operations move north
Economy|Education|Health|Political

Vance touts the Trump administration's record against abortion at a Washington rally

Vice President JD Vance is encouraging anti-abortion activists to celebrate progress in limiting abortion

Vance touts the Trump administration's record against abortion at a Washington rally
Health|Science|World

US completes withdrawal from World Health Organization

The U.S. has finalized its withdrawal from the World Health Organization

US completes withdrawal from World Health Organization
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Health

Judge rules Trump administration must keep funding child care subsidies in 5 states for now

A federal judge says the Trump administration must keep the money flowing for now for programs aimed at helping low-income families with children in five states

Judge rules Trump administration must keep funding child care subsidies in 5 states for now
Business|Economy|World

US hits 9 tankers with sanctions over Iranian oil during protest crackdown and internet shutdown

The United States has imposed sanctions on a fleet of nine ships accused of transporting hundreds of millions of dollars in forbidden Iranian oil to foreign markets

US hits 9 tankers with sanctions over Iranian oil during protest crackdown and internet shutdown
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Russia, Ukraine and the US are holding peace talks in Abu Dhabi. They're coming at a key moment

Ukrainian, Russian and U.S. envoys are meeting in the United Arab Emirates, the first known instance that officials from the Trump administration have sat down with both countries as part of Washington’s push to end Moscow’s nearly 4-year-old invasion

Russia, Ukraine and the US are holding peace talks in Abu Dhabi. They're coming at a key moment
Americas|Business|Economy|Europe|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|World

Economic leaders at Davos say global growth is resilient despite Trump disruption

Leading global economic policymakers at the World Economic Forum in Davos urged countries and businesses to filter out the turmoil from a week of clashes with the Trump administration and focus on boosting growth and fighting inequality in a world where trade will continue to flow and international cooperation is still badly needed

Economic leaders at Davos say global growth is resilient despite Trump disruption
Americas|Business|Europe|Political|World

US, Ukraine and Russia in first trilateral talks of the war

US, Ukraine and Russia in first trilateral talks of the war

US, Ukraine and Russia in first trilateral talks of the war
Business|Crime|Political|World

Immigrants often don't open the door to ICE, but that may no longer stop officers

It has become common knowledge in immigrant communities across the U.S. to not open the door for federal immigration agents unless they show a warrant signed by a judge

Immigrants often don't open the door to ICE, but that may no longer stop officers
Business|Economy|World

As Trump zeroes in on Venezuela’s oil, Rodríguez moves to meet his demands

As Trump zeroes in on Venezuela’s oil, Rodríguez moves to meet his demands

As Trump zeroes in on Venezuela’s oil, Rodríguez moves to meet his demands
Crime|Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Judge warns Trump administration from changing plaintiffs immigration status in First Amendment case

A federal judge ruled that the academics, who are party to a lawsuit alleging U.S. policy singles out noncitizens for detention or deportation over their pro-Palestinian activism on college campuses, can seek relief from the court if their immigration status is changed as retribution for taking part in the case

Judge warns Trump administration from changing plaintiffs immigration status in First Amendment case
Crime|Political|World

New ICE policy allows officers to enter homes without a judge’s warrant. Here’s what experts say

New ICE policy allows officers to enter homes without a judge’s warrant. Here’s what experts say

New ICE policy allows officers to enter homes without a judge’s warrant. Here’s what experts say
Health|Political|World

Trump administration completes US’ split from the World Health Organization

Trump administration completes US’ split from the World Health Organization

Trump administration completes US’ split from the World Health Organization
Crime|Political|US|World

FACT FOCUS: White House shares altered image showing arrest of civil rights attorney in Minnesota

The Trump administration is misrepresenting the arrest of civil rights attorney Nekima Levy Armstrong for her role in an anti-immigration enforcement protest that disrupted a service at a Minnesota church

FACT FOCUS: White House shares altered image showing arrest of civil rights attorney in Minnesota
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US

Trump administration targets 14 blue states with sweeping federal funding review

Trump administration targets 14 blue states with sweeping federal funding review

Trump administration targets 14 blue states with sweeping federal funding review
Crime|Political|US|World

Could a president deploy wartime law against the Beatles? Trump administration says “Yes”

The Trump administration is arguing the government could detain and deport British people under an 18th century wartime act if a president found there was a “British invasion” corrupting young Americans

Could a president deploy wartime law against the Beatles? Trump administration says “Yes”
Health|Political|Science|World

Trump administration halts use of human fetal tissue in NIH-funded research

The Trump administration is ending the use of abortion-derived fetal tissue in research funded by the National Institutes of Health

Trump administration halts use of human fetal tissue in NIH-funded research
Health|Science|World

Guinea-Bissau suspends Trump-backed hepatitis B vaccine study for ethical review

Guinea-Bissau's health minister says the government is suspending a Trump administration-backed hepatitis B vaccine study on newborns in the West African country pending an ethical review

Guinea-Bissau suspends Trump-backed hepatitis B vaccine study for ethical review
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Political|World

House approves final spending bills as Democrats denounce ICE funding

The House has passed this year's final batch of spending bills

House approves final spending bills as Democrats denounce ICE funding
Business|Europe|Political|World

NATO’s Mark Rutte emerges as Trump whisperer-in-chief after dramatic about-face at Davos

NATO’s Mark Rutte emerges as Trump whisperer-in-chief after dramatic about-face at Davos

NATO’s Mark Rutte emerges as Trump whisperer-in-chief after dramatic about-face at Davos
Crime|US|World

Army orders military police to get ready for a possible Minneapolis deployment, AP source says

The U.S. Army has ordered several dozen additional active-duty soldiers to prepare for a possible deployment to Minneapolis if needed amid protests over the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement crackdown

Army orders military police to get ready for a possible Minneapolis deployment, AP source says
Arts|Crime|Economy|Environment|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|World

Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement memo obtained by The Associated Press reveals that the agency allows immigration officers to forcibly enter homes to make arrests without a judicial warrant

Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Political|World

ICE activity increases in Maine as anxiety grows in immigrant communities

Maine is seeing an increase in immigration enforcement activity this week

ICE activity increases in Maine as anxiety grows in immigrant communities
Business|Economy|Political|World

Minneapolis businesses struggle during Trump's immigration enforcement surge

Business in Minnesota has taken a hit as President Donald Trump's administration carries out an immigration sweep that has spurred protests

Minneapolis businesses struggle during Trump's immigration enforcement surge
Arts

Snapchats to informant central at trial for man accused in murder plot of Border Patrol leader

Snapchat messages a Chicago man accused of soliciting the murder of a Border Patrol commander unknowingly sent to a government informant took center stage at the opening day of the man’s trial

Snapchats to informant central at trial for man accused in murder plot of Border Patrol leader
Crime|Election|Finance|US|World

Minneapolis turmoil has Democrats scrambling to figure out political strategy on immigration

Democrats are rethinking their midterm election strategy due to the controversial immigration crackdown in Minnesota

Minneapolis turmoil has Democrats scrambling to figure out political strategy on immigration
Business|Education|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump administration drops legal appeal over anti-DEI funding threat to schools and colleges

The Trump administration is dropping its appeal of a federal court ruling that blocked a campaign against diversity, equity, and inclusion threatening federal funding to the nation’s schools and colleges

Trump administration drops legal appeal over anti-DEI funding threat to schools and colleges
Political|World

A US shift marked Kurdish-led forces' fall from power in Syria

The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces have fallen from power in Syria as the U.S. shifts its backing to the country's new leaders in Damascus

A US shift marked Kurdish-led forces' fall from power in Syria
Business|Crime|Technology|US

DOGE shared Social Security data to unauthorized server, according to court filing

DOGE shared Social Security data to unauthorized server, according to court filing

DOGE shared Social Security data to unauthorized server, according to court filing
Crime|Political|World

Trump-appointed prosecutor who pursued indictments against the president's foes is leaving post

Lindsey Halligan, who as a top Justice Department prosecutor pursued indictments against a pair of President Donald Trump’s adversaries, is leaving her position

Trump-appointed prosecutor who pursued indictments against the president's foes is leaving post
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|MidEast|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Israel's settler movement takes victory lap as a sparse outpost becomes a settlement within a month

Israeli settlers are celebrating the inauguration of a new settlement in the West Bank on land where Israel and the U.S. once hoped to build a hospital for Palestinian children

Israel's settler movement takes victory lap as a sparse outpost becomes a settlement within a month
Business|Economy|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|US

FACT FOCUS: Trump highlights familiar false claims as he reviews his first year back in office

A look at false and misleading claims made as President Donald Trump marks his first year back in office by highlighting accomplishments at Davos and at a White House briefing

FACT FOCUS: Trump highlights familiar false claims as he reviews his first year back in office
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|US|World

US forces seize seventh sanctioned tanker linked to Venezuela in Trump's effort to control its oil

U.S. forces have boarded and taken control of a seventh oil tanker connected with Venezuela

US forces seize seventh sanctioned tanker linked to Venezuela in Trump's effort to control its oil
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department subpoenas Walz and others in immigration enforcement obstruction investigation

Federal prosecutors have served six grand jury subpoenas to Minnesota officials as part of an investigation into whether they obstructed or impeded federal law enforcement during a sweeping immigration operation in Minneapolis-St. Paul area

Justice Department subpoenas Walz and others in immigration enforcement obstruction investigation
Americas|Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Trump puts next steps on Gaza ceasefire plan at risk by antagonizing Europe over Greenland

President Donald Trump closed out 2025 with his plan to end the Israel-Hamas war in fine fettle

Trump puts next steps on Gaza ceasefire plan at risk by antagonizing Europe over Greenland
Americas|Crime|Health|Political|World

Doctors in Minnesota decry fear and chaos amid Trump administration's immigration crackdown

Doctors say immigrant patients are missing key medical appointments, afraid to come to medical clinics amid the Trump administration’s sweeping Minnesota immigration crackdown

Doctors in Minnesota decry fear and chaos amid Trump administration's immigration crackdown
Crime|World

Trump threats and Bukele model on crime back Latin American progressives into corner

Latin American progressive leaders are increasingly being backed into a corner on organized crime by pressure from the Trump administration and their own voters, who point to the results from El Salvador's war on gangs

Trump threats and Bukele model on crime back Latin American progressives into corner
Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

US Catholic cardinals urge Trump administration to embrace a moral compass in foreign policy

Three U.S. Catholic cardinals have urged the Trump administration to use a moral compass in foreign policy

US Catholic cardinals urge Trump administration to embrace a moral compass in foreign policy
Economy|World

President Trump says he can pull funding for sanctuary cities. Judges have repeatedly said otherwise

President Trump says he can pull funding for sanctuary cities. Judges have repeatedly said otherwise

President Trump says he can pull funding for sanctuary cities. Judges have repeatedly said otherwise
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza to require $1 billion payment for permanent membership

Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza to require $1 billion payment for permanent membership

Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ for Gaza to require $1 billion payment for permanent membership
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Billionaires are 4,000 times more likely to hold public office

Billionaires are 4,000 times more likely to hold public office

Billionaires are 4,000 times more likely to hold public office
Business|Crime|Economy

Somali businesses struggle during the Minneapolis ICE crackdown

Business owners in a Minneapolis Somali mall are feeling the impact of an immigration crackdown

Somali businesses struggle during the Minneapolis ICE crackdown
Arts|Crime|Economy|Election|Finance|Health|Lifestyle|Political|Science|Technology|World

1,500 soldiers on standby for possible Minnesota deployment, source says, as state mobilizes National Guard

1,500 soldiers on standby for possible Minnesota deployment, source says, as state mobilizes National Guard

1,500 soldiers on standby for possible Minnesota deployment, source says, as state mobilizes National Guard
Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

Mom now wearing ankle monitor, fighting to prove U.S. citizenship after ICE deportation threat

Mom now wearing ankle monitor, fighting to prove U.S. citizenship after ICE deportation threat

Mom now wearing ankle monitor, fighting to prove U.S. citizenship after ICE deportation threat
Crime|Election|Finance|US|World

Far-right activist chased away by counterdemonstrators while leading small rally in Minneapolis

Far-right activist chased away by counterdemonstrators while leading small rally in Minneapolis

Far-right activist chased away by counterdemonstrators while leading small rally in Minneapolis
Crime|World

New Hampshire bishop warns clergy to prepare for 'new era of martyrdom'

A New Hampshire Episcopal bishop is drawing national attention for urging clergy to prepare for a “new era of martyrdom.”

New Hampshire bishop warns clergy to prepare for 'new era of martyrdom'