These Supreme Court cases could shape the future of the American presidency
It’s the first Monday in October, so the nine justices of the U.S. Supreme Court returned to the bench for a new term that may be dominated by President Donald Trump and his use — or abuse — of executive power. As Trump and the nation’s highest court go head-to-head on numerous legal questions, the […]
On the ground in Portland: City remains calm despite protests at ICE facility
PORTLAND, Ore. — The atmosphere was calm Friday outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Portland, Oregon. Federal law enforcement officers ordered protesters to clear the road and the building’s driveway only when vehicles needed to enter and exit. Saturday was different. Officers inundated protesters with tear gas and set off flash-bang […]
MAGA slams ‘fake news’ but embraces ‘The Benny Show’s’ misinformation
As the media landscape widens, members of the Trump administration and its Make America Great Again (MAGA) movement have embraced right-wing podcasters to get their message out. That includes Benny Johnson, whose podcast “The Benny Show” has recently made national headlines. ‘The Benny Show’ Johnson has 12 million subscribers across several platforms, including his podcast, […]
Chicago press, protesters allege DHS civil rights violations at ICE facility
A group of Chicago media outlets, journalists and protesters filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, alleging that immigration agents displayed an excessive use of force to stifle their rights during protests at an Illinois detention facility. The lawsuit comes as lawmakers have joined some protesters in calling for the U.S. government to investigate civil […]
Democratic voters doubt the health care fight is worth a shutdown
A new poll found that less than half of Democratic voters think congressional Democrats’ health care push is worth a government shutdown. The new data was released just ahead of the fifth failed vote on a pair of bills to fund the government. A CBS News/YouGov poll released over the weekend found only 48% of […]
Judge blocks Trump’s Portland troop order; Everest rescue race intensifies
In Portland, President Donald Trump defied a federal court order, calling up California’s National Guard to curb protests in Oregon. Now, a judge has responded, blocking any troop deployment at all. In the Middle East, near the two-year anniversary of the Hamas attacks, Israel and Hamas are meeting through mediators in Egypt. Both sides have signaled they […]
Judge blocks Trump’s Portland troop order; Everest rescue race intensifies
In Portland, President Donald Trump defied a federal court order, calling up California’s National Guard to curb protests in Oregon. Now, a judge has responded, blocking any troop deployment at all. In the Middle East, near the two-year anniversary of the Hamas attacks, Israel and Hamas are meeting through mediators in Egypt. Both sides have signaled they […]
Gaza ceasefire talks begin in Egypt between Israel and Hamas
Israel and Hamas are set to take part in indirect ceasefire talks aimed at ending the war in Gaza on Monday in Egypt. Officials announced U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff will be in attendance. Egypt’s foreign ministry said the talks will focus on a possible exchange: hostages for Palestinian prisoners held in Israel. “These are technical […]
Gaza ceasefire talks begin in Egypt between Israel and Hamas
Israel and Hamas are set to take part in indirect ceasefire talks aimed at ending the war in Gaza on Monday in Egypt. Officials announced U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff will be in attendance. Egypt’s foreign ministry said the talks will focus on a possible exchange: hostages for Palestinian prisoners held in Israel. “These are technical […]