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DHS demands Letitia James take action over New York’s refusal to honor ICE detainers

DHS demands New York attorney general take immediate action as state releases nearly 7,000 criminal illegal immigrants despite ICE detainers since January.

Experts dispute Nigerian government’s claims amid congressional probe of escalating attacks on Christians

Congress investigates ongoing violence against Christians in Nigeria as lawmakers hear detailed testimony on targeted attacks and U.S. policy responses.

Dem free-for-all engulfs NJ as 13 contenders scramble for Sherrill’s House seat ahead of critical 2026 fight

New Jersey's 11th Congressional District special primary election is set for Feb. 5, 2026, as 13 Democrats and one Republican compete to replace Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill.

Johnson points to Obama-era drone precedent as Congress probes deadly Caribbean strike

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., says he won't prejudge the Sept. 2 Caribbean strike as House and Senate Armed Services committees plan oversight hearings.

Construction labor crunch drives up costs and deepens America’s housing affordability crisis

Labor shortfall in construction industry resulted in 19,000 fewer homes built in 2024 and $10.8 billion economic hit, significantly worsening housing affordability.

Dmitriev’s Thanksgiving surprise

The leaked peace plan has Team Trump struggling to get its story straight.

Stocks whipsaw as AI bubble fears, Fed uncertainty rattle Wall Street

Sharp swings in financial markets have left investors reeling in recent weeks, as questions about a potential artificial intelligence (AI) bubble collide with uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve’s next interest rate decision.  The AI trade has been booming for nearly three years since the release of ChatGPT, but some are beginning to wonder how long this can last before shareholders get antsy for returns on firms’ massive multibillion-dollar investments. Meanwhile, investors are searching for clues about whether the Fed will...

What’s on the GOP menu for ObamaCare reform, subsidy extensions

Twenty-four million Americans are facing spiking health insurance prices because of expiring enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies that Republicans have so far refused to extend.  Lawmakers are divided on the way ahead, with the deadline to sign up for 2026 coverage on Dec. 15. GOP leaders are faced with competing proposals across the House...

Political consultant who sent AI robocalls says he won’t pay voters, as ordered

A Democratic political consultant on Tuesday said he will not pay a court-ordered $22,500 to three voters after he admitted to using artificial intelligence (AI)-generated robocalls replicating former President Biden's voice during the 2024 primaries. Steve Kramer told The Associated Press he was already acquitted and would not respond to the court order on Friday....

Trump directs review of Afghans who entered US under Biden after National Guard shooting

President Trump said Wednesday his administration would review the cases of individuals from Afghanistan who entered the United States during the Biden administration. Trump's announcement came hours after two National Guard troops were shot in Washington, D.C. Trump said the suspected shooter is an Afghan national who entered the country during the Biden administration. "We must...

Here’s what we know about the shooting of 2 National Guard members in DC 

Two West Virginia National Guard members were shot near the White House in what officials called a "targeted attack" on Wednesday, with one injured suspect and in custody. Both Guardsmen are hospitalized in critical condition, FBI Director Kash Patel said at a press conference. He added that the shooting was being investigated by the FBI...

Judge: Immigration officers in Colorado can only arrest those likely to flee

A federal judge in Colorado ruled on Tuesday that immigration officers, without a warrant but with probable cause, can arrest people whom they deem likely to flee from custody. The ruling comes as a result of a lawsuit brought by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Colorado and other lawyers that alleges four migrants,...

Judges allow North Carolina to use redrawn GOP-friendly map

A panel of federal judges in North Carolina said Wednesday they will allow the state to use its redrawn congressional map, which could allow for one more Republican seat in the House of Representatives. The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina unanimously allowed the map in a 57-page ruling. Any appeals...

A ‘targeted shooting’ that has 2 National Guard members in critical condition

Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security   The Big Story A 'targeted shooting' that has 2 National Guard members in critical condition Two National Guard members were shot blocks from the White House on Wednesday, prompting the Trump administration to authorize 500 more National Guard troops...

Trump proposes to extend life of some coal plants

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment   The Big Story EPA proposes delaying coal ash rule retirements The Trump administration is proposing to extend the life of some coal plants and their controversial waste-disposal practices. © Natalie Behring, Associated Press The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed Tuesday to allow as many as 11 coal...

Stocks whipsaw amid AI bubble fears, Fed uncertainty

{beacon} Technology Technology   The Big Story Stocks whipsaw amid AI bubble fears, Fed uncertainty Sharp swings in financial markets have left investors reeling in recent weeks, as questions about a potential artificial intelligence (AI) bubble collide with uncertainty surrounding the Federal Reserve’s next interest rate decision. © Richard Drew, Associated Press The AI trade has been booming...

EPA cements delay of Biden-era methane rule for oil and gas

The Trump administration on Wednesday cemented its delay of Biden-era regulations on planet-warming methane coming from the oil and gas industry. Earlier this year, the administration issued an “interim final rule” that pushed back compliance deadlines for the Biden-era climate rule by 18 months. On Wednesday, it announced a final rule that locks in the delay. The delays apply...

Guy Fieri injured while filming Food Network show, says quad muscle ‘exploded’

Celebrity chef Guy Fieri says he was rushed into emergency surgery after suffering a major injury filming one of his Food Network shows.

Florida officers deliver DoorDash order after driver found asleep at wheel, charged with DUI

The driver "expressed concern over the undelivered food order in his possession."

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