White House demolition begins for Trump's ballroom: See photos

Demolition at the White House began Monday, tearing down part of the East Wing to build President Trump’s ballroom.

These are the key 2025 races to watch in November

The results of these races can inform political parties and experts on voting trends ahead of next year’s midterm elections.

Hunting stand in Florida being investigated
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The FBI is trying to track down who built a treetop hunting stand overlooking the Florida airport where Air Force 1 often lands. The Secret Service found it and wants to know if someone had plans to use it as a sniper's nest to target Trump.

Texas voters have final say on $20 billion package to secure state’s water supply

No new taxes would be collected for the package that would give the state’s water department $1 billion to spend on projects like cleaning salty water, flood control and reservoirs.

Texas early voting: What to know

Early voting is underway across Texas. Here's what you need to know to cast your ballot.

Government shutdown: SNAP benefits could run out in November, Rollins says

SNAP benefits may be at risk if the shutdown continues into November, meaning food assistance could disappear for about 40 million people.

Austin's 'No Kings' protest to take place in downtown

Thousands of protesters will take to the streets nationwide, including right here in Central Texas. It's part of the nationwide “No Kings” movement.

Former Texas Medical Board medical director forced out by state speaks out

The former medical director of the Texas Medical Board is speaking out after he was forced to retire by the state earlier this year due to his previous work with Planned Parenthood.

Trump commutes George Santos’ prison sentence

The New York Republican was sentenced in April after admitting last year to deceiving donors and stealing the identities of 11 people, including his own family members, to make donations to his campaign.

Day 17 of the government shutdown
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It's day 17 of the government shutdown and the Senate won't have another chance to vote on reopening it until Monday. While the gridlock continues, thousands of protests against Trump policies are scheduled across the country

Trump considers historic appearance at Supreme Court tariffs hearing

President Donald Trump said he may attend next month’s Supreme Court oral arguments in a key tariffs case that could decide the future of his trade policy.

Trump's approval rating shifts after Gaza ceasefire deal, poll finds

A recent poll reveals that despite the president’s efforts managing the conflict in Israel, Americans believe he needs to do more to address issues in the U.S.

'No Kings Day' protest set for Saturday
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Governor Abbott plans to deploy state troopers and Texas National Guard personnel to Austin and says it?s in response to what he?s calling a "planned Antifa demonstration" this weekend. Demonstrators are expected to fill the streets in cities across the country including here in Austin for the ?No Kings? protest opposing the Trump administration. FOX 7 Austin?s Jenna King reports.

National Guard deployed amid protests
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Illinois governor JB Pritzker is continuing to push back on President Trump?s immigration enforcement operation, saying a National Guard deployment in his state would be like ?going to war with Chicago." Meanwhile, a county judge in Chicago has issued an order to stop federal immigration agents from making warrantless arrests in or around courthouses. FOX?s Olivianna Calmes joins FOX 7 Austin's Mike Warren from Chicago.