Sen. Paul warns Trump 'can't bomb anyone without permission' as Iran debate heats up

The Senate is divided on war powers as President Donald Trump weighs military action against Iran's nuclear sites. Some argue the Constitution gives Congress the sole authority to declare war.

Trump responds to GOP senator's push to bump minimum wage to $15 an hour

President Donald Trump has expressed uncertainty about Sen. Josh Hawley's bipartisan proposal to raise the minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 per hour, noting its impact on business.

AG Paxton threatens suit against Austin over 'anti-gun' bank contract

According to the state official, the city is violating the law by engaging with a company that discriminates against the firearms industry.

Hearing on Biden's cognitive decline
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Senate Republicans held the first public hearing on what they say is a massive cover-up of former President Joe Biden's alleged cognitive decline

Is US getting involved in Israel & Iran conflict?
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Israeli warplanes pounded Iran's capital overnight and into today as President Trump gave his strongest indication yet the U.S. could be drawn deeper into the conflict

Allen PD hopes THC warehouse searches will push Gov. Abbott towards signing ban

Allen's police chief hopes recent crackdowns on THC-infused products will help convince Gov. Greg Abbott to sign a bill banning the products into law.

Supreme Court OKs Tennessee ban on gender-affirming care for kids

The ruling by the Supreme Court is a setback for transgender rights, with more than 20 states enacting laws similar to that of Tennessee.

Sen. Cornyn leads hearing into 'cover-up' of Biden's decline

Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) on Wednesday will lead a hearing on the alleged cover-up of former President Joe Biden's mental decline during his time in office.

Trump gives 36 countries Wednesday deadline to avoid travel ban

The Trump administration is giving the countries a deadline to improve their vetting of travel requirements or face a ban on their citizens visiting the U.S.

Trump dismisses Gabbard's Iran nuke claim; WH insists he's aligned with intel chief

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard dismissed concerns Iran was building a nuclear weapon earlier this year, but Trump now says he believes Iran is close to building the weapon.

Political violence now in the spotlight
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Chilling new details were released in the assassination of a Minnesota lawmaker and the wounding of another. This as federal charges were brought against the man accused of targeting democratic lawmakers and their families

Minnesota leaders condemn polarizing rhetoric in wake of tragic shootings

In the aftermath of the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses, some lawmakers are taking heat for their divisive rhetoric.

Sen. Tina Smith confronts Sen. Mike Lee over MN lawmaker shooting comments

U.S. Sen. Tina Smith confronted Sen. Mike Lee of Utah on Monday over his social media posts that blamed the Minnesota lawmaker shootings on "Marxists."

Austin "No Kings" protests: Texas DPS arrests 9

Texas DPS arrested nine people during Saturday's "No Kings" protests in downtown Austin.

NYC mayoral candidate Brad Lander arrested, released by ICE

Video posted to X shows immigration officials arresting Lander as he says, “I’m not obstructing." Officers appear to pin him against the wall while placing him in handcuffs.

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals hears Trump v. Newsom over use of National Guard

A panel of three appellate judges in San Francisco heard arguments by attorneys for President Trump and California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Tuesday, over whether the president has the authority to send in the National Guard to Los Angeles without the governor's consent. 

Cornyn to lead Senate hearing on alleged cover-up of Biden’s mental decline

Sen. John Cornyn on Wednesday will lead a hearing on the alleged cover-up of former President Joe Biden's mental decline during his time in office.