Man Pleads Guilty After Syringe Attack on Ilhan Omar at Public Event
A Minneapolis man pleaded guilty to assaulting Congresswoman Ilhan Omar during a January town hall, reigniting concerns about political violence and threats against public officials.
Trump to Host Brazilian President for High-Level Talks on Economy and Security
US President Donald Trump is expected to host Brazil’s president at the White House for discussions centered on economic cooperation, regional security, trade relations, and strategic partnerships between the United States and Brazil, according to a White House official.
Supreme Court won’t immediately let Trump administration fire copyright office head
The Supreme Court blocked the Trump administration from immediately firing the head of the U.S. Copyright Office, pausing the move while legal challenges proceed.
The Latest: Bill to end government shutdown passes the Senate, heads to House next for final vote
The Senate approved a bill to end the government shutdown, sending it to the House for the final vote to restore federal operations
Supreme Court meets to weigh Trump’s birthright citizenship restrictions, blocked by lower courts
The Supreme Court is reviewing challenges to Trump’s proposed restrictions on birthright citizenship, which have been blocked by lower courts, with potential national implications.
Business groups ask Supreme Court to pause California climate reporting laws in emergency appeal
Business groups have asked the Supreme Court to temporarily halt California’s climate reporting requirements, seeking relief through an emergency appeal.
Justice Department expands legal action against states that have refused its demands for voter data
The U.S. Justice Department is intensifying legal efforts against states refusing to provide requested voter data, aiming to enforce compliance and protect voting integrity.
Democrat Mandela Barnes, a former US Senate candidate, enters the Wisconsin governor’s race
Former U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes has officially entered the Wisconsin governor’s race, aiming to bring Democratic leadership to the state.
Florida starts redistricting talks in a growing battle for House control in 2026 elections
Florida has begun redistricting discussions — a move many see as strategic positioning for control of the U.S. House in the 2026 elections. The effort could reshape voting districts and influence which party gains seats.