Trump departs G7 summit, says Strait of Hormuz will be opened 'in full' within two days

President Donald Trump spoke at the Group of Seven summit on Wednesday discussing Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, which he expects to be opened "in full" within two days.

Americans’ view on abortion relatively unchanged, new poll shows

Americans’ feelings on abortion have held pretty steady over the past four years since the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, according to a new Gallup poll. 

How will the Strait of Hormuz be demined? Trump to address strategy at G7 summit

President Donald Trump is expected to discuss demining the Strait of Hormuz at the Group of Seven summit amid growing momentum for a peace agreement to end the Iran war.

UFC boss distances himself from fighter's Obama remark: Report

A fighter’s post-fight comments could overshadow UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, a one-of-a-kind event marking America’s 250th birthday and combining sports, politics and entertainment on an unprecedented stage.

Dueling Dan Sullivans? Alaska blocks 'sham' candidate from ballot after name confusion drama

Alaska election officials on Monday ruled that a U.S. Senate candidate with the same name and party affiliation as Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan is ineligible to appear on the state’s August primary ballot.

Trump won’t back FISA renewal unless Save America Act passed too

A key – but controversial – surveillance tool used by the U.S. government to prevent terror attacks and catch foreign spies expired Friday and now faces an additional obstacle to being renewed. 

These 11 upcoming Supreme Court decisions could make or break Trump's second term agenda

As the Supreme Court enters the final stretch of its term, a flood of closely watched decisions could determine not only the fate of several of President Donald Trump’s key policy priorities but also the scope of presidential authority for years to come.

Sen. Mitch McConnell taken to the hospital

Senator Mitch McConnell was taken to the hospital on Sunday morning, according to his office.

Judge orders Trump administration to restore changes made to US park exhibits

A judge ordered the Trump administration to restore exhibits at museums, parks and landmarks that were removed because the administration thought they “inappropriately disparage Americans past or living.”

Americans split into 9 political groups in new research: Where do you fit in?

New research casts a wider net on Americans' “deeply divided” political views, suggesting that they really fall within nine political groups, not two major political parties.

Talarico 'going to Hell' for views on Bible, Lt. Gov. Patrick says

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico was “going to Hell” for his views on the Bible while speaking at the Texas GOP Convention Friday.

Texas Republican Party chooses new party chair during convention

The Texas Republican Party will have new leadership after delegates voted to replace current party chair Abraham George.

Texas GOP Convention underway in Houston

Republican delegates and supporters from across Texas have arrived in Houston for the 2026 Texas GOP Convention.

Trump nominates Jay Clayton to serve as Director of National Intelligence

President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he is nominating Jay Clayton to serve as the next Director of National Intelligence, selecting the former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman and current U.S. attorney for the southern District of New York to lead the nation's intelligence community. 

Lawsuit targets Trump administration’s anti-DEI federal contract policies

States have filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration’s anti-diversity, equity, and inclusion mandates for federal contracts. The attorneys general argue that this act forces contractors to interpret what activities may be penalized.

How China-linked operatives used ChatGPT to sway Americans on 2 issues, OpenAI details

ChatGPT’s parent company, OpenAI, is accusing a Chinese technology company of leveraging its signature platform to manipulate the opinions of people who live in the United States.

Minneapolis City Hall hosting first-ever drag show to celebrate Pride month

As part of Pride month honoring the LGBTQ+ community, Minneapolis City Council members have announced they will host the first-ever drag show at city hall this week.

Study that finds no benefits from alcohol left out of US health guidelines

A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines.