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Obama-Appointed Judge Blocks Trump's Defunding of PBS, NPR

The ruling preserves federal funding for public media despite the former president's executive order.

U.S. Exempts Gulf Drillers from Endangered Species Protections

Controversial federal panel grants oil and gas industry exemption from key environmental law

Trump Pardon Spree Unleashes Mayhem, Sparking Outrage

New York Times editorial board condemns Trump's self-serving pardons of Jan. 6 rioters who have since committed more crimes.

TMZ Tracks US Lawmakers Vacationing During Government Shutdown

Celebrity tabloid exposes lawmakers' leisure activities as federal workers go unpaid

White House Dismisses Growing Impeachment Petition as 'Minuscule'

Nearly 200,000 people have signed the Change.org petition calling for Trump's impeachment, but the administration says the numbers are insignificant.

Fired FBI agents sue Patel, Bondi for 'retribution campaign'

The lawsuit alleges the FBI and DOJ violated the agents' constitutional rights.

The View' Star Roasts FBI Director Kash Patel After Embarrassing Hack

Comedian Whitney Cummings mocked the FBI chief's lack of digital security after his private messages and photos were leaked by an Iran-linked hacking group.

TSA Staffing Improves as Congress Debates Reforms

Longer security lines ease as agents return to work, but legislative solutions remain elusive.

Trump Aims to Leave His Mark on Ballroom, Library, Airport

Former president discusses plans for new projects during Air Force One interview

News Agency Pulls Viral Karoline Leavitt Image

The White House press secretary complained the photo was 'unflattering', but the agency said it didn't meet editorial standards.

Federal Judge Blocks Trump's White House Ballroom Construction

President must seek congressional approval before moving forward, judge rules.

Federal judge halts Trump's $400M White House ballroom project

Construction on the president's controversial renovation plan has been paused until Congress approves the project.

GOP Gridlock Leaves DHS Funding in Limbo

Partisan divide stalls resolution as spring break crowds flock to Disney World

Trump Aims to Leave His Mark on Iconic Locations

The former president seeks to cement his legacy through real estate projects in D.C.

Federal judge orders Trump pause construction on White House ballroom

The judge said work on the $400 million project must halt pending congressional authorization.

White House Urges Quick Senate Confirmation for Surgeon General Nominee

The Biden administration is pushing for a swift vote on Dr. Casey Means, a controversial pick with no active medical license.

Ethics Watchdog Calls for Transparency in White House Ballroom Decisions

Upcoming vote on Trump's plans for White House expansion raises concerns over lack of public input.

White House Urges Congress to Suspend Recess, Fund DHS

President Trump calls on lawmakers to return to D.C. and address TSA staffing issues during government shutdown.

Sen. Jim Justice Brings Farming Experience to Senate

The West Virginia Republican serves on the Energy and Natural Resources Committee.

Senate GOP Accused of Failing to Expose Democrats on DHS Funding

Rep. John Rose criticizes Senate Republicans for not challenging Democrats on DHS budget bill that excluded many workers

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