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Trump’s Venezuela plan does not foresee more military force, Rubio says

Secretary of State Marco Rubio would not rule out another U.S. attack in Venezuela, but he told lawmakers the Trump administration does not intend to order one.
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Trump’s Venezuela plan does not foresee more military force, Rubio says

Secretary of State Marco Rubio would not rule out another U.S. attack in Venezuela, but he told lawmakers the Trump administration does not intend to order one.

Government moves to sell Old Post Office, once home to Trump hotel

The building’s tower, offering sweeping city views, is closed to the public as the effort to shrink the federal footprint in D.C. is underway.
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Government moves to sell Old Post Office, once home to Trump hotel

The building’s tower, offering sweeping city views, is closed to the public as the effort to shrink the federal footprint in D.C. is underway.

FBI executes search warrant seeking ballots from Fulton County’s 2020 election

The FBI executed a search warrant in Fulton County, Georgia, for 2020 election ballots, as President Donald Trump seeks to find already debunked voter fraud.
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FBI executes search warrant seeking ballots from Fulton County’s 2020 election

The FBI executed a search warrant in Fulton County, Georgia, for 2020 election ballots, as President Donald Trump seeks to find already debunked voter fraud.

Democrats demand new ICE restrictions as government shutdown looms

After federal agents shot and killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Senate Democrats say they’ll block a massive government funding package without policy changes.
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Democrats demand new ICE restrictions as government shutdown looms

After federal agents shot and killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, Senate Democrats say they’ll block a massive government funding package without policy changes.

Timeline: How the Trump administration lost the narrative in Minnesota

Visual evidence has repeatedly contradicted the administration’s efforts to vilify Alex Pretti and frame the perception of his killing during an immigration raid.
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Timeline: How the Trump administration lost the narrative in Minnesota

Visual evidence has repeatedly contradicted the administration’s efforts to vilify Alex Pretti and frame the perception of his killing during an immigration raid.

Rep. Ilhan Omar attacked during town hall meeting in Minneapolis

In a live stream of the event, a man walks up and sprays what appears to be liquid at Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minnesota) before he is taken away by security.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar attacked during town hall meeting in Minneapolis

In a live stream of the event, a man walks up and sprays what appears to be liquid at Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minnesota) before he is taken away by security.

Judge rules Virginia Democrats violated law with redistricting amendment

The process Virginia Democrats used in an effort to create more blue-leaning congressional seats was invalid, a judge said. Democrats vowed to appeal.
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Judge rules Virginia Democrats violated law with redistricting amendment

The process Virginia Democrats used in an effort to create more blue-leaning congressional seats was invalid, a judge said. Democrats vowed to appeal.

Jeffries says House Democrats will push to impeach Noem if she’s not fired

Unlike a typical congressional impeachment inquiry, Democrats plan to conduct their investigation without Republicans.
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Jeffries says House Democrats will push to impeach Noem if she’s not fired

Unlike a typical congressional impeachment inquiry, Democrats plan to conduct their investigation without Republicans.

Alexander brothers raped victims lured with trips, party invites, prosecutors say

Opening statements began in the New York trial of three Alexander brothers accused of sexually assaulting and trafficking women.
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Alexander brothers raped victims lured with trips, party invites, prosecutors say

Opening statements began in the New York trial of three Alexander brothers accused of sexually assaulting and trafficking women.

GOP backlash on Minnesota signals a tougher landscape for Trump

Republican lawmakers, who were highly supportive of the Trump administration in its first year, are taking issue with its handling of the Minneapolis crackdown.
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GOP backlash on Minnesota signals a tougher landscape for Trump

Republican lawmakers, who were highly supportive of the Trump administration in its first year, are taking issue with its handling of the Minneapolis crackdown.

U.S. judge orders ICE chief to appear in court, threatens contempt ruling

Minnesota’s chief federal judge demands that the head of ICE personally appear in court Friday to explain repeated failures to comply with court orders.
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U.S. judge orders ICE chief to appear in court, threatens contempt ruling

Minnesota’s chief federal judge demands that the head of ICE personally appear in court Friday to explain repeated failures to comply with court orders.

In 16 shooting incidents since July, no DHS officers have faced charges

The Trump administration’s rush to defend the officers and accuse the victims of attacking them has sparked widespread outrage and demands for accountability.
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In 16 shooting incidents since July, no DHS officers have faced charges

The Trump administration’s rush to defend the officers and accuse the victims of attacking them has sparked widespread outrage and demands for accountability.

Impeachment witness Alex Vindman runs for U.S. Senate in Florida

The retired Army officer who testified during Trump’s first impeachment is jumping into electoral politics as a Democrat in a state Republicans have recently dominated.
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Impeachment witness Alex Vindman runs for U.S. Senate in Florida

The retired Army officer who testified during Trump’s first impeachment is jumping into electoral politics as a Democrat in a state Republicans have recently dominated.

Trump administration uses ICE to pressure blue states

How the Trump administration is pressuring states to capitulate on several fronts — including voting issues and “sanctuary city” policies — and using officers and agents in the streets as leverage.
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Trump administration uses ICE to pressure blue states

How the Trump administration is pressuring states to capitulate on several fronts — including voting issues and “sanctuary city” policies — and using officers and agents in the streets as leverage.

Trump threatens to raise tariffs on South Korea to 25%

President Trump said he would raise import levies for American buyers of South Korean cars, lumber, pharmaceuticals and other items, despite a deal reached in July.
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Trump threatens to raise tariffs on South Korea to 25%

President Trump said he would raise import levies for American buyers of South Korean cars, lumber, pharmaceuticals and other items, despite a deal reached in July.

Trump softens tone on Minneapolis violence amid calls for accountability

The White House changed leadership in Minnesota and softened tone on dead protesters as polls show Americans turning against ICE.
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Trump softens tone on Minneapolis violence amid calls for accountability

The White House changed leadership in Minnesota and softened tone on dead protesters as polls show Americans turning against ICE.

Body-camera footage of shooting being preserved, U.S. officials say

A Trump administration lawyer assured a federal judge that investigators have preserved body-camera footage and other evidence from the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti.
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Body-camera footage of shooting being preserved, U.S. officials say

A Trump administration lawyer assured a federal judge that investigators have preserved body-camera footage and other evidence from the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti.

House Democrats to investigate Kristi Noem with eye on impeachment push

Unlike a typical congressional impeachment inquiry, Democrats plan to conduct their investigation without Republicans.
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House Democrats to investigate Kristi Noem with eye on impeachment push

Unlike a typical congressional impeachment inquiry, Democrats plan to conduct their investigation without Republicans.

Republican drops bid for governor, citing GOP’s ‘retribution’ on Minnesota

Chris Madel said in a video posted to social media that ICE operations in his state have been an “unmitigated disaster” and that he “cannot support the national Republicans’ stated retribution on the citizens of our state, nor can I count myself a mem
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Republican drops bid for governor, citing GOP’s ‘retribution’ on Minnesota

Chris Madel said in a video posted to social media that ICE operations in his state have been an “unmitigated disaster” and that he “cannot support the national Republicans’ stated retribution on the citizens of our state, nor can I count myself a member of a party that would do so.”

Trump tries — again — to deliver a winning message on affordability

The push comes after weeks of freewheeling speeches and international controversy that reflected Trump’s tendency to derail his own message.
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Trump tries — again — to deliver a winning message on affordability

The push comes after weeks of freewheeling speeches and international controversy that reflected Trump’s tendency to derail his own message.

DOJ, FBI on sidelines in Minnesota shooting probe; state vows investigation

Since an immigration officer fatally shot a man in Minneapolis, the federal agents who would typically be involved in investigating have been sidelined.
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DOJ, FBI on sidelines in Minnesota shooting probe; state vows investigation

Since an immigration officer fatally shot a man in Minneapolis, the federal agents who would typically be involved in investigating have been sidelined.

Minn. AG calls Trump administration version of shooting ‘flat-out insane’

Alex Pretti’s death came two weeks after the killing of Renée Good, who was shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis on Jan. 7.
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Minn. AG calls Trump administration version of shooting ‘flat-out insane’

Alex Pretti’s death came two weeks after the killing of Renée Good, who was shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis on Jan. 7.

Trump says it’s ‘too late’ to stop White House ballroom construction

The president’s comments came after Justice Department lawyers argued that the ballroom plans can still be modified and they plan to wait for federal reviews.
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Trump says it’s ‘too late’ to stop White House ballroom construction

The president’s comments came after Justice Department lawyers argued that the ballroom plans can still be modified and they plan to wait for federal reviews.

DOJ, FBI take back seat in Minnesota shooting, state vows investigation

Since an immigration officer fatally shot a man in Minneapolis, the federal agents who would typically be involved in investigating have been sidelined.
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DOJ, FBI take back seat in Minnesota shooting, state vows investigation

Since an immigration officer fatally shot a man in Minneapolis, the federal agents who would typically be involved in investigating have been sidelined.

Senate Democrats to block government funding after second fatal shooting in Minneapolis

The move could force a partial government shutdown next weekend. Lawmakers are set to vote on spending bills this week but may look to split Homeland Security from other agencies.
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Senate Democrats to block government funding after second fatal shooting in Minneapolis

The move could force a partial government shutdown next weekend. Lawmakers are set to vote on spending bills this week but may look to split Homeland Security from other agencies.

Minnesota shooting scrambles America’s gun debate

Some gun rights backers cite Alex Pretti’s gun as a justification for his killing in Minneapolis, while gun-control supporters dismiss its relevance
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Minnesota shooting scrambles America’s gun debate

Some gun rights backers cite Alex Pretti’s gun as a justification for his killing in Minneapolis, while gun-control supporters dismiss its relevance

Trump, in retreat, praises U.K. troops after royal family expresses hurt

President Donald Trump’s comments belittling the role of NATO allies in Afghanistan sparked outrage in Britain, which lost 457 soldiers in the U.S.-led war.
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Trump, in retreat, praises U.K. troops after royal family expresses hurt

President Donald Trump’s comments belittling the role of NATO allies in Afghanistan sparked outrage in Britain, which lost 457 soldiers in the U.S.-led war.

Fatal shooting in Minneapolis renews protests; video raises questions about DHS account

The victim in the shooting was identified as Alexander “Alex” Pretti, 37, of Minneapolis.
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Fatal shooting in Minneapolis renews protests; video raises questions about DHS account

The victim in the shooting was identified as Alexander “Alex” Pretti, 37, of Minneapolis.

Live updates: Fatal shooting in Minneapolis renews protests; video raises questions about DHS account

The victim in the shooting was identified as Alexander “Alex” Pretti, 37, of Minneapolis.
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Live updates: Fatal shooting in Minneapolis renews protests; video raises questions about DHS account

The victim in the shooting was identified as Alexander “Alex” Pretti, 37, of Minneapolis.

Trump hosts ‘Melania’ screening as Minnesota shooting fallout roils nation

The White House event, celebrating a documentary about first lady Melania Trump, was scheduled before a U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot an ICU nurse.
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Trump hosts ‘Melania’ screening as Minnesota shooting fallout roils nation

The White House event, celebrating a documentary about first lady Melania Trump, was scheduled before a U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot an ICU nurse.