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The week in whoppers: Tim Walz lies to fan the flames, but The NY Times accuses TRUMP of incitement — and more

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz claimed that ICE agents are going "door to door" searching for people of color in his state.

Abigail Spanberger prepares to be sworn in as governor and open a new Democratic era in Richmond

Abigail Spanberger is set to make history Saturday when she becomes Virginia's first female governor, opening a new chapter in Richmond as Democrats prepare to control every lever of state government for the next two years.

What is the Insurrection Act? Trump’s Minnesota threat, explained

The Insurrection Act grants presidents extraordinary power to use armed forces on American soil, though its use remains rare in modern times. Here's more on what the Act is and its history.

As immigration agents police Minneapolis protests, experts warn of training gaps and the rising risk

Federal immigration agents deployed to Minneapolis have used aggressive crowd-control tactics - including pointing rifles at demonstrators and deploying chemical irritants early in confrontations - actions the government says are necessary to protect officers from violent attacks. But law enforcement experts warn these measures are escalating risk and being carried out by agents without extensive crowd-management training.

Ex-Des Moines schools chief accused of being illegal immigrant signals possible guilty plea

Ian Roberts, the former Des Moines schools superintendent accused of being an illegal immigrant and who was found with a gun when he was arrested, signaled he may plead guilty to federal charges against him.

Trump says Greenland is necessary for Golden Dome project, NATO prowess

NATO needs the U.S. to take control of Greenland to be an effective deterrent to China and Russia, and anything less is "unacceptable," President Trump said Wednesday.

Trump gives middle finger to heckler during Ford factory tour in Michigan as video goes viral

President Trump appeared to give the middle finger to an autoworker during his tour of a Ford plant in Michigan on Tuesday, according to a video obtained by TMZ.

New MAGA coalition led by Sean Spicer targets voting demographic that will be crucial in 2026 midterms

Sean Spicer’s new pro-Trump seniors coalition aims to keep Social Security and Medicare promises front and center, while pushing tax breaks and lower drug prices for 2026.

Dem senator says she’s under federal investigation over ‘unlawful orders’ video

Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., reportedly faces a federal probe after her participation in a video encouraging service members to "refuse illegal orders."

What the alleged ‘sonic weapon’ used in Venezuela may actually have been

Claims of a mysterious "sonic weapon" used in Venezuela fuel speculation about exotic U.S. military technology, though experts point to known devices.

Dem senators ripped for reversing Venezuela stance after Trump captured Maduro: ‘Politics at its worst’

Senate Democrats who once demanded stronger action against Nicolás Maduro are now warning about consequences of U.S. military action in Venezuela after President Trump took action.

US sees net negative migration for first time in decades amid Trump admin enforcement, economists say

A new report from economists highlights the impact of the "dramatic changes in immigration policy" during the first year of the second Trump administration.

GOP senator pushes to create anti-fraud special inspector general after Minnesota fraud revelations

Sen. Josh Hawley is pushing for a federal watchdog to investigate alleged child assistance fraud across the country following revelations in Minnesota.

House Republican recognizes transgender Dem Sarah McBride as ‘the gentleman from Delaware’

Republican Rep. Andrew Clyde of Georgia referred to Rep. Sarah McBride as "the gentleman from Delaware" when recognizing the Democratic lawmaker to speak in the House.

Trump signals long road ahead in Venezuela in his boldest interventionist move yet

President Donald Trump signaled prolonged U.S. oversight of Venezuela after seizing dictator Nicolás Maduro and conducting large-scale strikes in Venezuela.

Latino voters powered Trump’s comeback. Now they’re turning on his economy.

In 2024, economic anxiety and immigration concerns drove Latino voters to President Donald Trump. Those same issues are beginning to push them away. Across...

Hillary Clinton expected to defy Epstein probe subpoena, risking criminal charges

Hillary Clinton is expected to ignore the House subpoena Wednesday deadline, potentially risking contempt charges in its GOP-led Jeffrey Epstein investigation.

ICE head says agents facing ‘constant impediments’ after migrant seen ramming cars while trying to flee

Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons claimed immigration agents are facing "constant attacks" after a suspected illegal migrant rams cars in attempt to evade arrest.

Venezuela releases multiple American citizens from prison following military operation

At least four Americans detained under Nicolás Maduro’s regime were released by Venezuela’s interim government following a U.S. military operation that captured the longtime leader.

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