Nation Sep 17 Trump's mass deportations led to a big drop in fentanyl investigations, report finds. Here's what to know The Department of Homeland Security’s focus on mass deportations resulted in a dramatic drop in investigations into illicit fentanyl, according to a federal watchdog report.
Politics Sep 15 WATCH: Blumenthal grills FBI Director Kash Patel on firing Iran specialists days before U.S. launched war Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., asked FBI Director Kash Patel why he fired a dozen agents and staff members from a counterintelligence unit “specifically tasked with monitoring threats with Iran,” days before the U.S. launched an attack against the country.
Politics Sep 15 WATCH: Patel explains why FBI no longer considers bestiality an automatic hiring disqualifier Patel said the change allows applications from people who have been victims of these crimes to be considered.
Politics Sep 10 Trump promised $5,000 checks if Republicans win the midterms. How would that work? President Donald Trump promised on Wednesday to send every American adult a $5,000 check if Republicans keep control of the U.S. House and Senate after the midterm elections. "If the Republicans win, you win with us and you get…
Nation Sep 09 9/11 is not a federal holiday. Here's why Every year, Americans across the country remember the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks. Flags are flown at half-staff. People observe moments of silence. Loved ones read the names of thousands of victims aloud. Members of Congress have introduced several bills over…
Nation Sep 04 Key things to know about Lindsay Clancy's case after judge declares mistrial The judge in Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial declared a mistrial Friday after the jury failed to come to a unanimous decision following seven days of deliberation.
Nation Sep 02 'A perfect tool for abuse.' Why experts are concerned about ICE's $17 million electric shock gloves contract U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents may soon be outfitted with electric shock gloves that can deliver painful jolts when they come in contact with a person’s skin. While ICE says the new gear will help agents deescalate situations with…
Nation Aug 26 What the Lindsay Clancy trial reveals about a broken postpartum mental health system Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial hasn’t just dominated headlines for its tragic story and true crime fascination. For many, it has prompted a groundswell of recognition and outrage around the barriers women face when seeking care, the lack of research on…
Economy Aug 12 Bessent said the K-shaped economy 'is over.' Here's what financial experts say At a time when many Americans remain stressed about affordability, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has declared that the U.S. economy is no longer in a “K shape,” a term used to describe increasing financial inequality between high- and low-income households.
Politics Aug 06 Why was Fauci held in contempt for pleading the 5th, and what happens next? A Senate committee voted along party lines to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress on Thursday, a week after the former top health official and scientist refused to answer questions in a hearing about the COVID-19 pandemic.