US shoppers hit with new fees on their packages, up to $50

U.S. consumers have already been feeling the impact of President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on products made in China. 

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calls for Trump tax cuts to be made permanent

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday signaled that the White House wants Trump's tax cut package from 2017 to be extended permanently before their expiration this year, rather than a temporary extension.

Austin anti-Trump protest: Hundreds gather at Capitol

Protests against Project 2025 and President Donald Trump's executive orders are planned on Wednesday at state Capitol buildings in all 50 states, including Austin.

Trump's HUD secretary pick Scott Turner confirmed in 55-44 vote

Scott Turner was confirmed Wednesday as the housing secretary, a role central to President Donald Trump’s domestic agenda.

Second judge pauses Trump’s birthright citizenship order

The president’s citizenship order was already on hold temporarily after multiple states filed lawsuits to stop the executive action.

Is FAFSA part of the Education Department? And other things to know

Managing the FAFSA is a key role of the Department of Education. Here are other things to know as President Trump is evaluating the function and future of the department.

Marijuana decriminalization: Lockhart City Council votes to reject Lockhart Freedom Act

Lockhart city officials have voted to reject the Lockhart Freedom Act, which would have decriminalized low-level marijuana possession in the city. Voters approved the Act in November.

Large anti-ICE protest fills street in North Austin; 2 arrested by APD

A large anti-ICE protest filled a street in North Austin Monday night. Austin police say two people were arrested and reported that "agitators" at the event threw bottles and rocks at officers.

Trump says US will 'take over' Gaza Strip, doesn't rule out troop deployment

President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, marking the first foreign leader visit of Trump’s second term.

Trump says he's given orders for Iran to be 'obliterated' if it assassinates him

President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he has left instructions to “obliterate" Iran if the country follows through on alleged threats to assassinate him.

50 states, 50 protests against Project 2025, Trump orders planned for Feb. 5

Protests against Project 2025 and President Donald Trump's executive orders are planned for Wednesday at state Capitol buildings in all 50 states.