World Apr 10 Hungarian election could end Orbán's grip on power and alter Europe's political landscape Hungarians will go to the polls this Sunday in one of the most closely watched elections this year. Longtime Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, an ally of both President Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin, is facing the most serious challenge to…
Politics Apr 09 Trump's Iran strategy and rhetoric face scrutiny as Congress returns from recess Democrats in Congress tried unsuccessfully to limit President Trump’s war powers in Iran. While Republicans blocked the move, it highlights an issue to take up when Congress returns from recess. There is growing concern among Democrats and some of the…
Politics Apr 08 DACA recipient detained by ICE while delivering milk to premature daughter in NICU Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals is a program created to protect undocumented immigrants from deportation if they were brought to the U.S. as children. But since January 2025, ICE has detained more than 260 DACA recipients and deported more than…
Politics Mar 27 What's next after House Republicans reject Senate deal to end DHS shutdown It's been a dramatic day in the halls of Congress. Early Friday, the Senate unanimously passed a plan to end the shutdown for most of the Department of Homeland Security. But within hours, Speaker Mike Johnson rejected it because it…
World Mar 26 Trump extends deadline for Iran to reopen oil route or face power plant strikes Earlier this week, President Trump said Friday was the deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz or face a resumption of attacks on energy infrastructure. Late Thursday, Trump said he's extending his deadline until April 6. The extension…
Politics Mar 25 Where talks to fund DHS stand as shutdown reaches 40 days With the Department of Homeland Security shutdown now at 40 days, TSA checkpoints are strained and workers face another missed paycheck. On Capitol Hill, we have started to see some action, but still no deal. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports.
Politics Mar 23 Trump rejects Senate proposal to reopen DHS without ICE funding The deployment of ICE agents to airports comes as the partial Department of Homeland Security shutdown nears the 40-day mark. The president nixed one potential solution over the weekend that would have funded some agencies, including TSA. Congressional correspondent Lisa…
Politics Mar 19 Sen. Scott says U.S. should balance budget but also 'demolish' Iran's nuclear ability As the war with Iran nears the end of its third week, the Pentagon is considering asking Congress to approve $200 billion to fund the ongoing military operation. Lisa Desjardins discussed more with Republican Sen. Rick Scott of Florida, who…
Politics Mar 18 Mullin grilled on past remarks in tense DHS confirmation hearing Oklahoma Sen. Markwayne Mullin faced his fellow lawmakers for a confirmation hearing to run the Department of Homeland Security. The hearing became heated and emotional at times as senators grilled Mullin on past comments and how he might differ from…
Politics Mar 17 A look at Mullin's rise from MMA fighter to MAGA warrior and DHS nomination Oklahoma Sen. Markwayne Mullin will face his colleagues on Wednesday for his confirmation hearing to lead the Department of Homeland Security. His nomination comes after President Trump fired former DHS head Kristi Noem. Lisa Desjardins takes a look at how…