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Trump allies notch redistricting win as judges find no ‘smoking gun’ to scrap red state map

A three-judge panel ruled Tennessee's redrawn congressional map can stand for the Aug. 6 primary, rejecting claims it targeted Black voters in Memphis.

Abdul El-Sayed scores Sen Tina Smith’s endorsement in Democratic primary that exposes party divide

U.S. Sen. Tina Smith, a Democrat from Minnesota, has thrown her support behind Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate primary candidate Abdul El-Sayed.

Trump says Iran will pay — what it takes to end the war remains unclear

Trump's Iran campaign now focuses on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but no clear conditions exist for ending strikes as nuclear talks stall.

Divided Fourth Circuit Panel Creates Circuit Conflict on Habeas Jurisdiction for Detained Aliens

The Fourth Circuit’s ruling creates a conflict with the two other circuits that have...

New Jersey Refuses to Cooperate with DOJ Investigation into Noncitizen Voting

Sherrill refused to turn over personal information on the nearly 7,000 noncitizens who were...

Here’s how Luigi Mangione’s manifesto could play into psychiatric defense

Luigi Mangione’s “manifesto,” found in a notebook after his capture, could play a role in his defense team’s strategy

Meghan Markle returning to the UK with Prince Harry and children

There was no word on whether King Charles would meet with Harry and his two grandkids.

China says ‘spy turtles’ are snooping in its waters

China's Ministry of State Security released an article Friday on social media platform WeChat, noting an "invisible secret war" is ongoing.

Most believe civil liberties under threat: Survey

Most Americans believe that some rights including the right to vote are facing some level of threat, according to a new poll. In the AP-NORC Center poll, 66 percent of respondents said that the right to vote is either facing a “major threat” or “minor threat” in the U.S., while 33 percent said it is...

Fewer in new poll say they’re proud of being American

Fewer Americans say they are proud of being from their country ahead of America’s 250th anniversary, according to a new poll. In the PRRI poll, 51 percent of respondents said they are either “extremely proud” or “very proud” of their American identity. Twenty-three percent said they are “moderately proud” about their American identity, 14 percent...

Trump signs Iran deal amid criticism

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security   The Big Story Trump signs Iran deal amid criticism President Trump on Wednesday signed the memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the U.S. and Iran ending the war between the two countries but drawing heavy criticism for giving Tehran major...

Federal Reserve holds rates steady at Warsh’s first meeting

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy   The Big Story Federal Reserve holds rates steady at Warsh’s first meeting The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady Wednesday at Chair Kevin Warsh’s first rate-setting meeting since taking the reins of the central bank. © Jose Luis Magana,...

Biden, Bush, Clinton slated to attend Obama presidential center opening

Former Presidents Biden, Clinton and Bush are set to attend the opening of the Obama Presidential Center, according to a new report. The Chicago Sun-Times reported Wednesday that the three presidents intend to be at a ceremony to commemorate the center’s opening, a source familiar with the event told the outlet. Former first ladies Laura...

Strait of Hormuz reopening likely to be delayed to sweep Iranian mines

Mines placed in the Strait of Hormuz during the Iran war are putting a damper on plans to quickly return shipping traffic to normal under a memorandum of understanding signed this week. President Trump on Monday said the U.S. military was already “doing a little hunting for a couple of mines" — an estimated 5,000...

Most US families now have 2 parents working full time: Pew

Polling released Wednesday found that most U.S. families have both parents working full-time jobs. The Pew Research Center found that, as of 2025, 52 percent of mothers and fathers in different-sex relationships with children under 18 both work full-time jobs, according to an analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data. This is up from 31 percent...

FDA vaccine panel set to review Moderna mRNA flu shot

Presented by Philip Morris International {beacon}  View Online Health Care Health Care PRESENTED BY The Big Story FDA panel set to review Moderna mRNA flu shot FDA’s vaccine advisors seem open to Moderna’s candidate for a mRNA flu vaccine ahead of a key meeting on Thursday. The company is seeking traditional approval for people...

The Memo: Hawks lament ‘disaster’ on Iran as Trump strains to sell deal

President Trump tried to make the case for his interim peace deal with Iran on Wednesday, but a lengthy news conference only revealed that no last-minute rabbits would be pulled from the hat to assuage his critics. Trump’s comments, delivered as he prepared to leave a Group of Seven (G7) summit in France, also exposed...

Trump signs MOU with Iran ending war while at Versailles with Macron

President Trump on Wednesday signed the memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the U.S. and Iran ending the war between the two countries while visiting French President Emmanuel Macron at Versailles. The details of the MOU were shared earlier Wednesday by senior administration officials in a call to reporters. Trump personally signed the copy of the...

NATO chief downplays US military cutbacks

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said Wednesday the U.S. cutting the number of troops and equipment it would provide to traditional allies in the event of an attack will not have an immediate impact. “This is not about where forces and assets are currently located,” Rutte told reporters in Brussels, according to The Associated Press. “It’s...

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