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    Trump Signs Order to Pay TSA Employees After Congress Fails to Agree on DHS Funding

    The president's action aims to ease long security lines at airports, but does little to resolve the broader DHS shutdown.

    VP Vance Launches Anti-Fraud Task Force with Cabinet Secretaries

    New initiative aims to root out waste, fraud and abuse across government programs

    Trump Claims Credit for IOC Ban on Transgender Athletes in Women's Sports

    Former US president says his executive order led to the Olympic committee's new policy.

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    Mar. 27, 2026

    Former President Trump's Signature to Appear on U.S. Dollar Bills for 250th Anniversary

    Treasury Secretary says it's the best way to honor historic achievements of the nation and Trump.

    Mar. 21, 2026

    Burbank Airport Workers Raise Funds for Unpaid TSA Agents

    Police officers and firefighters collect donations to help TSA coworkers during government shutdown

    Mar. 21, 2026

    Alleged Waymo Vandal Charged in San Francisco

    Authorities say Walker Reed Quinn has been targeting self-driving vehicles since July

    Mar. 18, 2026

    Conservative Media Turns on Joe Kent After Iran War Resignation

    Former National Counterterrorism Center director accused of being 'known leaker' who undermined Trump administration

    Mar. 16, 2026

    Joe Rogan Slams California's 'Waste and Fraud' in Fiery Rant

    Podcast host criticizes lack of accountability for billions spent on homelessness programs

    Mar. 16, 2026

    Trump Pushes Last-Minute Agenda to Overhaul Kennedy Center

    President seeks to force vote on shutting down iconic arts institution for up to 2 years

    Mar. 15, 2026

    Van Nuys Building Linked to Suspected Hospice Fraud

    Dozens of hospices registered at single address draw scrutiny amid national crackdown

    Mar. 13, 2026

    Trump Administration Sues California Over Vehicle Emission Rules

    Federal government challenges state's authority to set stricter standards than national rules.

    Mar. 10, 2026

    LA Schools Chief Denies Wrongdoing After FBI Raid

    Alberto Carvalho asks to be reinstated as superintendent amid ongoing investigation

    Mar. 4, 2026

    Prince Harry's Criticism of 'Disgusting' Media Angered William and Charles

    A new book says Harry's public rebuke of the press over Meghan Markle made the future king and his father 'look bad'.

    Feb. 28, 2026

    Governor Newsom Appoints New Judges Across California

    Judicial appointments aim to fill vacancies and bolster the state's court system.

    Feb. 28, 2026

    RFK Jr. Blows the Whistle on $400M Autism Fraud Scheme in Minnesota

    Acting HHS Secretary details massive fraud uncovered in government healthcare programs
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    More Politics news
    City Hall

    The Most Important 2026 LA Political Race You Haven't Heard About

    Encino Residents Criticize City's 'Temporary' RV Encampment Shuffling

    Metro Board Unanimously Advances K Line North Light Rail Extension
    Civic Engagement

    Dozens Arrested After 'No Kings' Protest in Los Angeles

    Nationwide 'No Kings' Protests Grip California Ahead of November Elections

    At Least 9 Arrested During 'No Kings' Protest in Downtown LA
    Elections

    Spencer Pratt Releases Bold Campaign Ad Targeting LA Mayor Karen Bass

    Swalwell Accuses Trump of Trying to Sway California Governor Race

    Spencer Pratt Releases Viral Video Attacking LA Mayor Karen Bass
    Law

    LA Activists Demand LAPD Limit Pretextual Traffic Stops

    LA Sheriff's Dept. Clears 'Deputy Gangs' Allegations as Political Ploy

    Two Dozen States, 10 Cities Sue EPA Over Repeal of Climate Change Endangerment Finding
    Legislative Policy

    GOP senator pitches plan to slash California's sky-high gas taxes

    California Lawmakers Push to Lift High-Speed Rail Spending Cap Outside Central Valley

    Senate Passes Bipartisan Housing Bill to Improve Access and Affordability
    U.S. Military

    Trump Considers Renewed National Guard Deployments to Major Cities

    TSA Workers May Get Paid, But Airport Woes Linger

    Military report cites 'one in a million' malfunction for shrapnel rain on California highway
    Unions

    Scandal Taints Legacy of Farmworker Movement Founders Chávez and Huerta

    Dolores Huerta Accuses Cesar Chavez of Abuse

    Federal Union Opposes Replacing TSA with 'Untrained, Armed' ICE Agents
    Political Parties

    Trump Supporter Flies 'Not a King — He's Your Daddy' Banner Over 'No Kings' Protest

    Senator Criticized for Attending California Protest Instead of Addressing Issues in Home State

    Democratic Socialists of America Won't Endorse in L.A. Mayor's Race
    Immigration

    ICE Chief Hospitalized Twice Due to Stress, Report Says

    Farewell to Border Patrol's Controversial Commander Gregory Bovino

    DHS Attorney Suggested Agents Should Have 'Started Hitting' LA Protesters
    Commentary

    Don Lemon Warns Against Authoritarianism, Media Consolidation at GLAAD Awards

    Don Lemon Warns Against Authoritarianism, Media Consolidation at GLAAD Awards

    Jackson Hinkle Suggests Bombing LA Instead of Iran