Today’s news
Trump Officials Defend Decision To Lift Some Sanctions On Russian Oil
The officials also claimed that the sharp increase in gasoline prices resulting from the Iran war would last only weeks.

Airport Delays Mount as Democrats Block DHS Funding
TSA staffing shortages and long security lines frustrate spring break travelers
Sen. Thom Tillis Calls for Stephen Miller's Resignation
Tillis says top White House aide is 'out of his depth' and has 'outsized influence'
Recent news
Mar. 7, 2026
Rep. Tony Gonzales drops reelection bid amid calls to drop out after admitting relationship with staffer
The embattled Texas congressman announced he will not seek re-election following calls from House Republican leadership to withdraw from the race.
Mar. 6, 2026
Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales Won't Seek Re-election After Texts Emerge
Gonzales faced bipartisan calls to step down after texts showed pursuit of staffer who later died by suicide
Mar. 6, 2026
House GOP Leaders Urge Tony Gonzales to Withdraw Amid Ethics Probe
Republican leadership calls on Congressman to exit reelection bid as House Ethics Committee investigates allegations involving former staffer
Mar. 6, 2026
Rep. Tony Gonzales Admits Affair with Former Aide Who Died in 2025
Gonzales faces ethics probe after months of denying relationship with staffer Regina Santos-Aviles
Mar. 6, 2026
Texas Lawmakers Discuss Wildfire Response and Prevention Efforts in Plainview
State representatives meet with reporters to address recent wildfires in the Texas Panhandle region.
Mar. 6, 2026
House GOP Leaders Ask Texas Rep. Gonzales to Withdraw from Reelection
Gonzales faces ethics probe over affair with staffer who later died by suicide
Mar. 6, 2026
Top House Republicans Call on Gonzales to End Reelection Bid Over Sex Allegations
Congressman faces ethics probe and possible censure over alleged affair with former staffer who died by suicide
Mar. 6, 2026
Congress Votes to Keep Sexual Harassment Settlement Records Secret
357 members of Congress, both Republicans and Democrats, voted to block the release of records related to sexual harassment claims against lawmakers.
Mar. 5, 2026
Texas Rep. Gonzales Admits Affair with Deceased Aide
Congressman faces ethics probe after months of denials
Mar. 5, 2026
House Ethics Committee opens inquiry into Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales
The investigation comes as Gonzales heads into a high-stakes primary runoff election.
Mar. 5, 2026
House Ethics Committee Opens Inquiry Into Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales
Probe stems from allegations of sexual misconduct and unfair treatment of staff
Mar. 5, 2026
House Ethics Committee opens inquiry into Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales
Probe stems from allegations of sexual misconduct and unfair treatment of staff
Mar. 5, 2026
GOP Slams Rep. Gonzales' 'Disaster' Response to Sex Scandal
Congressman's comments about late staffer's death spark outrage within Republican party
Mar. 5, 2026
Kennedy Targets Dunkin' Over High-Sugar Drinks, Sparking Backlash
Health Secretary's push for safety data on sugary coffee beverages riles up New England loyalists
Mar. 5, 2026
Chief Justice Roberts to Visit Rice's Baker Institute
The Supreme Court leader will reflect on the judicial branch and his tenure on the nation's highest court.
Mar. 5, 2026
House Ethics Panel Probes Rep. Tony Gonzales
The Texas Republican is accused of sexual misconduct and favoritism in his office.
Mar. 5, 2026
House GOP Leaders Urge Texas Rep. Gonzales to End Reelection Bid After Affair Admission
Republican leadership stops short of calling for Gonzales' resignation as they struggle to maintain slim House majority.
Mar. 5, 2026
Pro-Trump Congressman Admits Affair with Former Aide Who Died by Suicide
Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas acknowledges relationship with Regina Ann Santos-Aviles, who died after setting herself on fire.
Mar. 5, 2026
Texas Lawmaker Admits Affair With Aide
Rep. Tony Gonzales faces House ethics probe, vows to remain in race
Mar. 5, 2026
RFK Jr. Challenges Dunkin' as Massachusetts Governor Issues Bold Response
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has challenged Dunkin' and other companies to demonstrate the safety of their food ingredients.