Politics
FBI Searches Beverly Hills Property Linked to Billionaire Stephen Cloobeck
Federal agents searched a Beverly Hills mansion connected to Stephen Cloobeck on Tuesday as part of an…
Section
Politics
Federal regulator sues Utah over Kalshi as prediction-market fight widens
The CFTC says Utah cannot use state law to shut down Kalshi, while Utah contends the platform is running an illegal gambling business. The lawsuit is the agency’s 10th against a state and its first involving a state led by a Republican governor.
Politics
Federal judge puts brakes on Trump’s East Potomac golf overhaul
A federal judge has barred further tree damage and ordered advance notice before major changes at the D.C.…
Politics
Bolsonaro’s Party Recognizes Lula Victory, but Candidate Challenges Brazil Runoff
Brazil’s Liberal Party says it accepts Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s reelection, while defeated challenger…
Politics
Trump, Rubio to spotlight Venezuelan oil during Texas campaign swing
President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are scheduled to tour a tanker carrying Venezuelan…
Politics
Affordability Versus Trans Rights Tests Democrats’ Midterm Strategy
Democrats eyeing a possible House majority are divided over whether to prioritize affordability or pursue a…
Politics
Trump, Harris Make Closing-Effort Visits as Mississippi Senate Race Draws New Spending
Democrat Scott Colom is betting on stronger Black turnout and voter anger to challenge Republican Sen. Cindy…
Politics
Trump’s Low Ratings Give Democrats a House Opening, but Turnout Could Blunt Gains
A national poll puts Democrats ahead by 8 points among likely voters on the congressional ballot, while…
Politics
Israelis Head to Polls as Netanyahu Faces Test After Oct. 7 Security Failure
Israelis vote Tuesday in the country’s first election since the Hamas-led Oct. 7, 2023, attack, with Prime…
Politics
Ninth Circuit Rejects DOJ’s Emergency Push to Segregate 20,000 California Ballots
A divided Ninth Circuit panel denied the Justice Department’s fast-track request to make California set…
Politics
Comey Faces New Federal Case Over Alleged 2016 Surveillance Leak
Federal prosecutors have charged former FBI Director James Comey with two felonies, alleging he authorized…
Politics
GOP lawmakers to pick House leaders Nov. 10, with speaker bid hinging on election result
House Republicans will hold leadership elections one week after Election Day, with candidates required to…
Politics
Florida Republicans Pour Cash Into Battleground Legislative Races
With Democrats eyeing a chance to break the GOP’s legislative supermajorities, Republican groups are…
Politics
USDA Seeks Nationwide Chip-and-Tap Upgrade for SNAP Cards
A proposed federal rule would require states to issue chip-enabled SNAP cards and retailers to accept tap…
Politics
Russian Diesel Shipment Puts Trump Administration on Collision Course With Congress
Rep. Jamie Raskin warned oil companies they could face civil and criminal penalties for handling Russian…
Politics
Milwaukee Archbishop Says White House Filmed Bishops’ Prayer With Trump Without Consent
Archbishop Jeffrey Grob says he and 11 other Catholic bishops expected a policy discussion and private…
Politics
Federal Judge Says Comey’s Firing Violated Civil Service Law
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration unlawfully dismissed Maurene Comey, a longtime Manhattan…
Politics
Sanders’ Policy Push Could Gain Senate Spotlight if Democrats Win Majority
Bernie Sanders is positioned to lead the Senate health, education and labor committee if Democrats take…
Politics
Trump’s Michigan rally turns Senate race into fight over El-Sayed’s faith and loyalty
At a Port Huron rally, President Donald Trump called Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed a “jihadist” and…
Politics
House Judiciary Democrats Call for Independent Epstein Probe, Targeting Trump Allegations
A new report from the committee’s Democratic minority urges a special counsel to investigate President…
Politics
Visa Ban Lifted, but Families and Skilled Applicants Still Face State Department Delays
A federal judge struck down the Trump administration’s halt on immigrant-visa processing for people from 75…
Politics
North Carolina’s Redrawn House Seat Becomes a $42 Million Toss-Up
Republicans redrew congressional maps to improve their midterm odds, but several supposedly safer seats are…
Politics
Lula Wins Fourth Brazilian Presidency After Chaotic Runoff and Narrow Margin
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva won more than 51% of the vote in Sunday’s runoff, defeating…
Politics
Pennsylvania Measles Cases Top 1,300 as U.S. Total More Than Doubles
The U.S. has recorded more than 4,580 measles cases this year, with Pennsylvania reporting at least 1,338…
Politics
Iowa Senate Candidates Draw Their Own Lines on Trump and Party Loyalty
Republican Ashley Hinson says she will challenge President Donald Trump when she believes he is wrong for…
Politics
U.S. Intelligence Chief Warns Iran Is Advancing Plots Against Americans
Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton says Tehran has intensified efforts to target U.S. personnel,…
Politics
Machado Returns to Venezuela as Election Date Remains Unset
Opposition leader María Corina Machado returned to Venezuela Sunday after more than 10 months abroad,…
Politics
Hebron Locked Down After Attack Kills Two Israeli Soldiers Ahead of Election
Israeli forces continued a sweeping West Bank operation after a Friday gun attack killed two soldiers,…
Politics
California Fathers Filed 51% of Paid Baby-Bonding Claims in 2025
Men made up a majority of California’s paid family-leave bonding claims last year, a first for the state…
Politics
Arkansas Democrats Make Late Push as GOP Defends Senate and House Seats
Democrats are campaigning on high prices and frustration with Washington in a state where Republicans remain…
Politics
Nebraska and Montana Senate Races Put Independent Candidates at Center of Party Fight
Dan Osborn and Seth Bodnar are pitching themselves as alternatives to Washington’s partisan politics in…
Politics
Italy Adds 500 Soldiers to Milan Security Detail After Weekend Looting
Thousands marched in Italian cities Saturday after last week’s clashes and looting, prompting a major…
Politics
Tallahassee Homecoming Party Shooting Injures 12, Including Children
A fight at a party near Florida A&M University erupted in gunfire Saturday night, leaving 12 people injured,…
Politics
New York Archdiocese Agrees to $800 Million Abuse Claims Deal Affecting 1,300 Survivors
The Archdiocese of New York has reached an $800 million settlement with about 1,300 people who say they were…
Politics
Ukraine says Starlink now supports drone speeds above 400 km/h
Ukraine’s defense minister says Starlink and military-grade Starshield service have returned to stable,…
Politics
Democrats’ Expanding Senate Map Sparks Fight Over Campaign Cash
With less than two weeks before the midterms, Democrats are arguing over how to divide limited campaign…