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Speaker Mike Johnson said the House will vote next week on whether to release all of its Jeffrey Epstein case files.
The House has cleared a key procedural hurdle to set up a final vote on a Senate-passed funding package to reopen the federal government, advancing it 213-209.
The US House of Representatives advances a bill to end the record-breaking government shutdown with hours left until a final vote.
The White House has dismissed comments from Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of John F. Kennedy, who called his cousin Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. a 'rabid dog'. The remarks were seen as an attack on the secretary by the administration.
Jimmy Kimmel's wife Molly McNearney shared that his daughter burst into tears after learning that his show was suspended on her father's podcast, and she also recalled a conversation where their son asked if Trump was responsible for the suspension.
MSNBC is rebranding itself as it separates from parent company NBC News, adopting a startup mentality and signaling a shift in its corporate identity. The exact nature of the changes remains to be seen, but president Rebecca Kutler suggests a fresh approach.
Democrat Rep. Adelita Grijalva was sworn into office on Wednesday, providing the necessary support to force a vote in the House of Representatives over unsealing Epstein documents.
Republicans on the House Oversight Committee released tens of thousands of Jeffrey Epstein emails that were previously withheld, hours after Democrats accused them of leaking sensitive information. The newly released emails appear to show biographer Jonathan Vankin urging Epstein to criticize Donald Trump in order to gain 'political cover'.
Michigan Senate candidate backing Rep. Rashida Tlaib is under scrutiny after deleting social media posts that once advocated for defunding police departments. The deletion comes amid concerns about the candidate's stance on law enforcement.
Democrat Adelita Grijalva has been sworn in as congresswoman after winning a landslide victory in her special election, despite President Trump's attempts to block access to files related to deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Former MSNBC host Joy Reid criticized her former network for firing former analyst Matthew Dowd over his comments about conservative activist Charlie Kirk after he was shot.
Sen. John Fetterman blames Democrats' loss on elitist policies, ignoring reality, and betraying voters who built the party.
President Donald Trump claims his $300 million White House ballroom will be paid for by himself and friends, but a list reveals contributions from cryptocurrency billionaires among 37 donors.
President Donald Trump's plan to expand oil and gas drilling off California has sharpened his feud with Governor Gavin Newsom.
Democrats may benefit from reflecting on their recent victories in the midterm elections, which came after a prolonged shutdown fight, and consider how they can apply those lessons to future legislative battles.
Fox News Channel outperformed CNN and MSNBC during election week, drawing a larger audience for its coverage of key races in Virginia, New Jersey, and New York City. Fox News averaged 1.4 million total viewers per day during the period.
The Fox News Channel outperformed CNN and MSNBC during election week, averaging more viewers than its competitors in key races across Virginia, New Jersey, and New York City.
President Donald Trump issued pardons for over 70 people accused of seeking to overturn the 2020 election results in a move largely viewed as a symbolic gesture.
A federal judge ordered the release of more than 600 people arrested as part of the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Illinois, dealing a blow to federal authorities.
Stefanik criticizes Hochul's energy policies ahead of utility hikes, blaming tariffs. Republican gubernatorial candidate Elise Stefanik targets Hochul's ban on fossil fuels in a broadside campaign against the governor.
Michigan GOP leader Bernadette Smith signals she's running for Senate, setting up a potential clash with Trump-endorsed candidate Mike Rogers in a Republican primary.
China has agreed to tighten controls on chemicals used to produce fentanyl following a visit by FBI Director Kash Patel, he announced. This move aims to reduce the illicit production of the opioid.
AI-powered online scams are targeting kids as they spend more time online, while their parents often remain silent about the dangers. The use of artificial intelligence has made these scams increasingly personalized and effective.
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman joked that MSNBC has 'stopped inviting' him for interviews after he broke with Democrats, citing a shift in network's treatment of him.
The Trump administration plans to use the White House website as a tool for trolling Democrats and promoting its message, a move seen as an attempt to 'weaponize' the official government site. The tactic is similar to one used by President Bill Clinton in 2000, which launched a new internet address to celebrate changes to the White House website.
President Donald Trump has endorsed Texas Governor Greg Abbott, describing the relationship as 'Complete and Total'.
Marty ODonnell, composer behind the 'Halo' and 'Destiny' series, is running for Congress, drawing parallels between his battles against 'woke' ideology in gaming to President Trump's re-election campaign.
The US Supreme Court has extended an order allowing President Donald Trump to withhold food assistance to tens of millions of people in the US amid the ongoing government shutdown.
Joe Rogan warns that liberal celebration of Charlie Kirk's assassination signals the US is closer to a civil war than he initially thought. The podcast host attributed this trend to the divisive nature of politics in the country.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett's campaign spent nearly $75,000 on luxury hotels, limo services, and security in various cities, a significant amount for a politician. The expenditures were disclosed in Federal Election Commission filings.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry mysteriously vanished from Kris Jenner's birthday party posts just hours after the momager shared snaps from her star-studded soirée. The couple's absence was noticeably absent from Jenner's celebratory social media updates.
A Trump ally has taken charge as CEO of NSO Group, an Israeli spy technology company at the center of controversy over its surveillance software used by authoritarian regimes and governments. The appointment raises concerns about the potential for increased misuse of the company's tools under Friedman's leadership.
The Supreme Court has extended its temporary stay on a lower court's order requiring the Trump administration to immediately pay full SNAP benefits to millions of recipients, for now.
The FDA announced Rick Pazdur as its new leader at its Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER), replacing George Tidmarsh, who was recently fired.
Florida's Republican attorney general launches an investigation into JPMorgan over allegations made by President Donald Trump that he and his family were victims of a 'debanking' scheme. The probe aims to boost Trump's claims related to the freezing of his social media accounts and media company, Trump Media.
Nicki Minaj shared a heartfelt thank-you message to America's veterans on Veterans Day, expressing her appreciation and gratitude for their service. The post drew big engagement on social media, continuing a recent patriotic trend for the rapper.
Rep. Ilhan Omar fires back at President Donald Trump after he took a swipe at her understanding of the Constitution, citing her ability to read unlike him.
Francesca Scorsese, Martin Scorsese's daughter, makes her directorial debut on Fox Nation's 'Martin Scorsese Presents: The Saints'.
Former President Donald Trump honored veterans at a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, recognizing their service and sacrifices. The event marked one of Trump's final appearances as president before he left office on January 20.
President Donald Trump has pardoned Roger Harshbarger, the husband of Tennessee Republican Rep. Diana Harshbarger, who pleaded guilty to health care fraud and other crimes more than a decade ago.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is facing renewed calls for him to step aside after Democrats joined with Republicans to pass a government funding bill, dealing with bruised feelings from the second shutdown of the year. This move marks the latest challenge in Schumer's leadership as minority leader amid party divisions and internal power struggles.
Seventeen transgender veterans have sued the Trump administration for denying them retirement benefits ahead of Veterans Day. The lawsuit includes Air Force and Space Force members with at least 15 years of service.
A $16 million legal settlement and network changes have highlighted the growing importance of video editing as a crucial step in journalism. The process has become significantly more complex and significant than it was in recent years.
A top Democrat's daughter has publicly opposed her on a shutdown deal, further straining relationships within the party. The senator's family rift highlights divisions among Democrats over the Senate compromise to end the federal government shutdown.
President Donald Trump's efforts to remake the federal government mirror those of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who implemented similar reforms to consolidate power and create a more authoritarian system. Trump is studying Orbán's playbook in his own attempts to reshape the US government.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued a nonprofit group called Jolt, alleging they registered ineligible voters, including potentially illegal immigrants, to cast ballots in Texas elections.
Outgoing BBC News CEO Deborah Turness insists the organization is 'not institutionally biased' despite stepping down amid a scandal over coverage of President Donald Trump. The move comes as the BBC faces growing scrutiny over its Trump documentary and other programming.
Former Obama advisor David Axelrod says Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is 'in bigger trouble' after government shutdown turmoil.
Laura Ingraham's Fox News interview with President Trump showed a unique approach to questioning, one that avoided traditional promotion and deference to challenge him on key issues. Her tactics yielded unexpected news moments during their conversation.
A new UK documentary features testimonies from Israeli soldiers about their deployment to Gaza, highlighting alleged war crimes during months of sustained conflict in the enclave. The soldier reflects on Gaza as 'terrible', offering a rare glimpse into the experiences of those involved in the fighting.
Democrats are directing their ire at Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer after the party's failed bid to secure funding for some of its top priorities during the longest government shutdown on record, leaving them empty-handed. Frustration is boiling over among Democratic ranks against Schumer.
FBI Director Kash Patel faces yet another embarrassment as a report from MI5 highlights missteps and failures under his leadership, adding to a string of controversies that have plagued him for months.
Jaguars cornerback Jourdan Lewis appeared to take a swipe at Lions star Amon-Ra St. Brown for performing President Donald Trump's dance moves during a touchdown celebration. Lewis posted a cryptic message on social media after seeing the TD celebration, sparking speculation about his comments.
The US Department of Veterans Affairs has issued an alert warning veterans about a growing overpayment scam as the nation honors their service, with reports showing that fraudsters are targeting vulnerable individuals.
Late-night comedians criticized Democrats for voting with Republicans to fund the government in a move that could end the government shutdown, citing hypocrisy and inconsistency from the party. The comedians expressed frustration with what they saw as a betrayal of Democratic values.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif blames India for a suicide attack on a court building in Islamabad, alleging that India is using proxies to carry out the attack.
Brian Kelly sues LSU over $54M buyout, claiming the school is trying to avoid its termination settlement by altering the story behind his departure. The coach's representatives allegedly told him the university had not officially terminated his contract.
Chicago police are searching for a suspect after a woman was stabbed in the chest without provocation on a train platform near the University of Illinois Chicago Saturday night. The victim, 27 years old, was found on the college train stop, sparking an investigation by the Blue City Police.
UK suspends some intelligence sharing with US over concerns about potential US military strikes against suspected drug trafficking vessels in the Caribbean.
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Former US Vice President Kamala Harris claims the Democratic Party took Black women for granted during the 2024 election.
Veterans Day is a reminder that the mission never ends for those who serve, according to actor Gary Sinise, who continues to honor U.S. veterans and their families despite the changing cultural climate.
The US military is conducting a campaign against alleged drug trafficking boats in the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea using drones, gunships, and fighter jets.
President Donald Trump has asked the Supreme Court to overturn a jury's civil lawsuit verdict that found him liable for sexually abusing and defaming former Elle columnist E. Jean Carroll.
Aerospace tech startup AltoVolo has unveiled the world's first eVTOL (electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing) configurator, allowing users to design their own personal aircraft.
The US Senate has ended a 41-day government shutdown stalemate after reaching an agreement on funding.
Liberal media figures are criticizing the Democratic Party for caving on a plan to reopen the government after eight senators voted with Republicans in support of the measure. The party is facing backlash from liberal pundits and commentators who accuse them of surrendering their legislative priorities.
House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, announced he won't seek re-election in 2026, bringing an end to his decade-long tenure in Congress.
President Donald Trump has issued pardons aimed at making his fake elector scheme legal, a move that could potentially shield him from federal charges related to the controversy. The latest round of pardons is part of Trump's ongoing effort to use the presidential pardon power to erase convictions against his supporters.
Pakistan's Senate approves 27th Amendment aimed at reshaping the country's judicial system and military command structure, bringing significant changes to both.
Dutch centrism, led by Rob Jetten's D66 party, is rising in Europe and may pose a threat to far-right parties as the youngest prime minister candidate at 38.
The White House shared a photo of President Donald Trump waving at Somali refugees and captioned it 'America is a nation of immigrants' to taunt Rep. Ilhan Omar. The move appears aimed at suggesting she can return to Somalia, where she was born.
Rep. Mike Johnson is setting his sights on a mid-December vote to potentially end the government shutdown, which has dragged on for weeks; a deal could be reached by the end of the week.
Some American ranchers are skeptical of a Justice Department investigation into meatpacking companies amid concerns about Donald Trump's past actions and administration policies. The probe has reignited tensions between farmers and former President Trump.
Democrats raised a significant amount of money from grassroots donations in October, attributed to President Donald Trump's leadership.
Lawmakers have taken the first step toward reopening the government as several Senate Democrats supported a framework to end the shutdown; Democrats are now urging their party to 'take a win' and pass the bill.
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Department of Homeland Security agents were shot at during a chaotic day of immigration enforcement operations in the Chicago area on Saturday. The incident occurred amid reports of federal agents using pepper spray and flash bangs.
Democrat Sen. Tim Kaine reveals he secured a deal that ended the nation's longest shutdown on record, describing it as 'worth it' despite Democrats not getting their desired outcome.
Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) was the only Republican who broke with his party and voted no on the test vote to break a filibuster on the deal to reopen the government. He opposed the bill citing concerns over its spending provisions.
New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu has recruited business owners from New York City who are fleeing democratic socialist Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani's 'regime.' The move comes after Mamdani won a dramatic mayoral election in NYC last week.
The sudden resignation of two top bosses at the BBC over the editing of a speech by U.S. President Donald Trump has dealt a huge blow to the broadcaster, which is revered by some in Britain as a symbol of impartiality and accuracy.
A man with a past felony firearm violation was taken into custody after U.S. Border Patrol agents were shot at in Chicago over the weekend. The suspect is an illegal immigrant with a criminal history, according to authorities.
Every county in New Jersey shifted further left during the 2025 gubernatorial election compared to the 2021 race, according to post-election data.
Senate Democrats are furious at their colleagues for switching sides and backing the Republican-led budget deal that could end the longest government shutdown in US history. Eight Senate Democrats defected from their party to vote with Republicans on a compromise that will provide temporary funding to reopen the government.
Senate Democrats joined Republicans in advancing a government funding bill late Sunday night, prompting Democratic White House hopefuls to unleash a torrent of criticism; several fellow party members and possible 2028 presidential contenders blasted the shutdown deal.
The New York Giants reportedly parted ways with head coach Brian Daboll on Monday following a disastrous loss to the Chicago Bears in Week 10.
Eight Democratic senators voted with Republicans to pass a shutdown deal, facing backlash from their own party in response. The vote allowed the Senate to move forward with compromise legislation.
A district judge in Utah is set to make a ruling on which of three congressional maps the red state will use in the 2026 midterm elections, potentially reshaping House control.
Comedian Bill Maher and actress Cheryl Hines have criticized the left, claiming Democrats are intolerant and only want to 'cut you off' from social interaction if you disagree with them. They argue that this intolerance has become a defining characteristic of modern liberalism.
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners has declared a state of emergency over increased ICE activity in the area, as local authorities are being investigated for allegedly collaborating with DHS.
The Supreme Court rejected an appeal from a former Kentucky county clerk seeking to overturn its 2015 ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, which legalized same-sex marriage. The court denied the request to overturn the decision.
President Donald Trump has pardoned 77 individuals, including former ally and lawyer Rudy Giuliani, involved in a scheme to overturn the 2020 US presidential election results. The pardons mark a significant move by the outgoing president to grant clemency to those who aided him in his attempts to challenge the election outcome.
An explosion has rocked a busy neighborhood in India's capital New Delhi, causing panic near the landmark Red Fort. Footage shows the area being affected by the blast.
The political wing of a fiscally conservative advocacy group is backing a candidate in the Republican primary fight for a key swing state Senate seat, looking to flip the seat and gain control of the chamber.
A common Google search scam targets frustrated customers by suggesting they contact a customer service number directly, but this can lead to scams and identity theft. The scammers trick victims into providing sensitive information or making unauthorized transactions.
US carries out two additional airstrikes against alleged drug smuggling vessels in international waters, bringing the total number of Trump administration strikes to several, Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Monday.
Speaker Mike Johnson expressed relief after the Senate broke through its weekslong standoff on the government shutdown, describing it as a 'step in the right direction'. The breakthrough comes after weeks of gridlock, and Johnson is glad that an agreement was finally reached.
Senate Democrats have caved on a plan to reopen the government, clearing the way for a potential agreement.
BBC boss and head of news quit over Trump edit amid leadership crisis and mounting political pressure following controversy over editing of US President Donald Trump's speech.