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Michael Goodwin: Trump’s meeting with Mamdani comes as a shock and promise that there is hope for NYC

The expected — and even hoped for — explosion between President Trump and New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani turned out to be a festival of mutual admiration.

How to plan a bougie Thanksgiving dinner on a budget

Looking for the bougie element of Thanksgiving?

State of Texas: Prosecutors struggle to break human trafficking cycle

Justice is elusive for many impacted by the deadly realities of a multi-billion dollar industry: human trafficking. A KXAN investigation reveals while Texas is a leader in legislation to stop it, few people actually face trafficking charges. We uncover difficulties Texas prosecutors face in dismantling modern-day slavery and what it means for those seeking accountability.

State Department denies claims about Russian origins of Trump’s Ukraine peace plan

State Department officials on Saturday aggressively pushed back on claims shared by some senators that President Trump's 28-point plan for peace in Ukraine originated from Russia and is not the administration's position. Earlier on Saturday, PBS NewsHour correspondent Nick Schifrin reported comments from Sens. Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) and Angus King (I-Maine) where the lawmakers claimed...

The Ukraine ‘peace plan’ distracts from the real issue: why Russia’s desperate to keep fighting

Say what you will about President Trump’s methods, but his wish to end Russia’s...

Florida Republicans fume at Trump offshore drilling plan

{beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment   The Big Story Eastern Gulf drilling plan draws Floridian ire Florida Republicans are fuming as the Trump administration proposes to open up new drilling in the Eastern Gulf of Mexico. © Greg Nash “The new maps released today by @SecretaryBurgum and @Interior outlining potential new offshore oil...

October inflation report canceled

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy   The Big Story Bureau of Labor Statistics cancels October inflation report due to shutdown BLS said it will not release an update to the consumer price index (CPI) for October because it was unable to retroactively obtain information that would have...

Trump brushes off Stefanik’s ‘jihadist’ label for Mamdani: ‘She’s out there campaigning’

President Trump said Friday he did not agree with Rep. Elise Stefanik's (R-N.Y.) past description of New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani as a "jihadist" following his meeting with Mamdani at the White House. Trump was asked about the description from Stefanik, who is running for governor of New York in next year's election, while...

FAA giving $10K bonuses to air traffic controllers with perfect shutdown attendance

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Thursday said air traffic controllers with perfect attendance throughout the government shutdown would receive a $10,000 bonus for their service. A total of 311 air traffic controllers and 423 technicians are expected to receive payouts, according to The Associated Press. The bonuses are expected to be received by Dec. 9....

Indiana police investigating swatting incidents amid GOP feud over redistricting

The Indiana State Police is investigating multiple incidents of swatting against Indiana state legislators, including some who have refused to support state redistricting amid GOP pressure. “While the motives for this type of activity may vary, we are working diligently with local, county and federal law enforcement partners to identify those responsible for these reckless,...

More than half of Americans say DOJ cases against Trump foes are ‘unjustified’: Marquette Law poll

More than half of Americans believe the Department of Justice (DOJ) filed "unjustified" criminal charges against President Trump's perceived political enemies, according to a poll released Thursday by Marquette University Law School suggests. Marquette found that 55 percent of those polled disagreed with the prosecutions of former FBI Director James Comey, New York Attorney General...

Watch Trump, Mamdani speak to reporters: ‘I think you’re going to have a really great mayor’

President Trump praised New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani (D) in a closely watched meeting Friday in the Oval Office. Trump said he congratulated Mamdani on his victory, and the two men exchange pleasantries, adding they agreed on a lot of issues. “I think you’re going to have hopefully a great mayor,” the president said....

California diver recovers 15 bodies over two year period

“I remember every single name and every single place of every single son and daughter I’ve found,” Juan Heredia said.

Taylor Swift, Tom Cruise and Scarlett Johansson top list of deepfaked stars

With the rise of AI, scammers are using the images of stars and influencers to trick fans.

Bipartisan House lawmakers float two-year ACA subsidy extension

A quartet of bipartisan House members on Friday unveiled legislation to extend ObamaCare's enhanced subsidies for two years along with some changes to try to assuage conservatives’ concerns about fraud.  The bill from Reps. Don Bacon (R-Neb.), Tom Suozzi (D-N.Y.), Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.), and Jeff Hurd (R-Colo.) comprises the principles they previously publicly unveiled.   The bill is aimed at breaking through the...

Why flyers are being asked to behave with more ‘civility’

“It’s time to bring back civility and manners when we travel," Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.

Michigan couple mourns after attacker kills ‘hero’ dog

A man who deputies say broke into a home, attacked a homeowner and killed a dog has been charged with three felonies.

Tim Ryan won’t run for Ohio governor next year

Former Rep. Tim Ryan (D-Ohio) announced Friday he is not planning to launch a bid for Ohio governor, leaving an opening for former state health director Dr. Amy Acton to become the Democratic nominee. “After careful consideration, much prayer and reflection, and after long conversations with my family, my closest friends and advisors, I’ve made...

Las Vegas father-son pair linked to 55-year-old cold case slaying

A 55-year-old mystery about a Canadian woman who seemingly fell off the face of the Earth was partially solved earlier this month with the announcement that human remains found in the desert more than half a century ago had finally been identified.  

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