Former U.S. Rep. Nita Lowey, a long serving New York Democrat who was the first woman to chair the powerful House Appropriations Committee, has died. She was 87.

The crown jewel of El Salvador's aggressive anti-crime strategy - a mega-prison where visitation, recreation and education are not allowed - became the latest tool in U.S. President Donald Trump's crackdown on immigration on Sunday, when hundreds of immigrants facing deportation were transferred there.

The Democratic Party's popularity has reached an all-time low in a new poll as its leaders attempt to figure out a cohesive message and a leader to unite behind in the wake of losing an election to President Trump.