Marco Rubio imposter using AI to call high-level officials

The U.S. State Department is warning diplomats of an AI-driven scheme impersonating Sec. Marco Rubio to contact top officials via fake texts and voice messages. Here’s what we know.

Epstein ‘client list’ does not exist, DOJ, FBI conclude

The DOJ said Jeffrey Epstein did not maintain a “client list," contradicting Attorney General Pam Bondi’s past remarks.

Tariff latest: Trump signs order delaying deadline to Aug. 1

President Trump is turning up the pressure to make trade deals this week – but is building in several more weeks' time for negotiations.

Texas lawmakers urge each other to donate in bipartisan flood relief campaign

A pair of Texas lawmakers are challenging their fellow House members to support relief efforts in Central Texas through a bipartisan campaign to raise funds after devastating flooding killed dozens over the weekend.

Elon Musk political party: What to know about the 'America Party'

Making good on his promise, Elon Musk said Saturday he was launching a new political party after President Trump signed the “big beautiful” bill into law – and calling it The America Party.

Trump signs 'big, beautiful' bill into law at White House July 4th picnic

President Trump is expected to celebrate his political victory on the nation’s birthday, signing his “big, beautiful" budget bill into law at the White House picnic.

Hays County ICE raid: Immigration advocates demand more information

Immigration advocates gathered in Hays County to demand answers about the April raid in Dripping Springs that ended in the detention of almost 50 people, including minors.

Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" passes
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After a long night of arm twisting, and a record-setting marathon speech, Congress has officially passed President Trump's so-called "big beautiful bill"

'Big Beautiful Bill' could reimburse Texas for billions spent on border security

The U.S. House passed the "Big Beautiful Bill" on Thursday. The 940-page bill includes a fund to reimburse states, like Texas, for border security efforts during the Biden administration.

Early voting, mail-in ballots grow in popularity, despite rhetoric

A new report highlights the continued popularity of different voting methods even as they have been criticized by some politicians in recent years.

Trump calls for Fed Chair Jerome Powell to immediately resign: ‘Too late'

This comes shortly after FHFA Director Bill Pulte called for Congress to investigate Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell for "deceptive" testimony.

'Big beautiful bill' passes final vote in House; moves to Trump

The House approved a final version of President Donald Trump’s spending bill ahead of the July 4 deadline imposed by Trump. Here's what the bill includes.

Wisconsin abortion ban, court strikes down 1849 law

The Wisconsin Supreme Court's liberal majority struck down the state’s 1849 abortion ban in a decision released Wednesday.

Texas families of different faiths sue over law requiring Ten Commandments in classrooms

Sixteen Texas families of different faiths have filed a lawsuit looking to block a state law that would require the Ten Commandments to be displayed in school classrooms.

House Republicans push for final vote on Trump's spending bill

The House previously passed a version of the legislation in May, but it’s unclear if House GOP members can pass a Senate-refined version of the bill on Wednesday.